Dr. High Yield Surgery Practice Test

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• Which complication is associated with ulcerative colitis (UC)?
• What finding in a pleural effusion would suggest tuberculosis?
• What is the recommended treatment for an elderly patient with epididymitis?
• In an elderly man with persistent hoarseness and painful ulcer at the floor of the mouth, what is the most likely suspicion?
• What is the long-term treatment for posterior urethral valves after temporary catheterization?
• What is the first step in confirming the diagnosis of cardiac tamponade?
• Which symptom is associated with granulomatous disease related to hypercalcemia?
• Which step is taken if hemorrhage is detected on a CT scan for a suspected stroke case?
• What is the first-line treatment for an amebic liver abscess?
• What is the most common cause of Cauda Equina syndrome?
• In nasopharyngeal carcinoma, which presenting symptoms are commonly observed?
• How can one differentiate between cardiac tamponade and tension pneumothorax?
• What is a typical presentation of wound botulism?
• What should be the next step in management for a patient with ICA stenosis greater than 70% who is symptomatic?
• What is the typical time frame for delayed hemolytic reactions after a blood transfusion?
• What is the recommended treatment for a pyogenic liver abscess?
• What is the surgical intervention for Hirschsprung disease?
• When might an S4 heart sound be heard?
• Where is the pheochromocytoma typically found?
• What is the first-line approach for diagnosing gallstone pancreatitis?
• What is a common treatment for diverticulitis?
• What adverse effect is linked to Halothane administration?
• What laboratory findings are indicative of insulinoma?
• What is the primary treatment for hypernatremia?
• What combination of findings on ultrasound typically confirms a diagnosis of cholecystitis?
• Which radiological finding is associated with a transection of the aorta?
• What distinguishes stridor from wheezing?
• Which of the following is a diagnostic test for acute mesenteric ischemia?
• How does a Valsalva maneuver affect HOCM sounds?
• What is the first-line treatment for an anal fissure?
• When is it indicated to perform an aortic stenosis valve replacement?
• What is the common age group affected by midgut volvulus?
• What is a significant feature of a renal injury diagnosis?
• What distinguishes a panic attack from pheochromocytoma?
• What is the most common pneumonia associated with aspirations in individuals with risk factors such as alcohol use or being on a ventilator?
• What is the next step in diagnosing a soft sign of vascular injury in an extremity?
• What is the association of meconium ileus?
• If a CT scan reveals hemorrhage in a patient with stroke symptoms, what is the immediate management step?
• Which anesthetic is associated with hyperkalemia leading to arrhythmia?
• What is the most common cause of Boerhaave syndrome?
• What is the main symptom of febrile non-hemolytic transfusion reactions?
• What is a common complication of chronic pancreatitis that can lead to gastric varices?
• What is the main risk of untreated testicular torsion beyond 6 hours?
• What type of pressure ulcer is characterized by full thickness tissue loss with exposed bone, tendon, or muscle?
• In the case of low urine output after surgery, what is the first step to assess bladder volume?
• In the case of myocardial contusion, which diagnostic steps should be taken?
• In cases of a gunshot wound to the abdomen below the nipple, what is the appropriate next step?
• Which type of abscess generally does not require drainage?
• If a toddler presents with unilateral issues and discharge, what should be suspected?
• What could be a risk factor leading to necrotizing enterocolitis in infants?
• What is a potential risk of using barium for a Gastrografin swallow in a case of Boerhaave syndrome?
• At what age is it recommended to repair an umbilical hernia?
• What is the best initial diagnostic step for esophageal carcinoma?
• What is the most common cause of a transient ischemic attack (TIA)?
• What is the expected effect of glucagonoma on skin conditions?
• What is the recommended screening for AAA in patients over 65 years old?
• In acute management of TIA, what is the role of tPA therapy?
• What is indicated by an increased intracranial pressure treatment?
• What is the primary medical treatment for prolactinoma?
• What is a characteristic feature of succinylcholine use in anesthesia?
• What is the most common cause of a transfusion reaction occurring 3 hours after an RBC transfusion?
• What tendon is inflamed in De Quervain's tenosynovitis?
• Which of the following is NOT one of the 5 P's of compartment syndrome?
• What is the greatest risk factor for breast cancer?
• When do pancreatic pseudocysts typically develop following pancreatitis?
• What type of immune response primarily characterizes transplant rejection?
• Which artery is commonly associated with an epidural hematoma?
• What is the cause of developmental dysplasia of the hip?
• At what age are genu varum (bowlegs) typically considered normal?
• Where does Osgood-Schlatter disease typically cause pain?
• What common factor contributes to the risk of atherosclerotic disease in acute mesenteric ischemia?
• Which physical exam finding is most associated with pancreatic cancer?
• What is the first step to take for a confused or disoriented patient?
• What is the diagnosis for an elderly patient who fell on an outstretched hand, resulting in a distal radius fracture?
• What is the typical management for a child diagnosed with necrotizing enterocolitis?
• Which immune response is primarily involved in graft-versus-host disease (GVHD)?
• What are early signs of cardiac tamponade due to a large pericardial effusion?
• What does "Mallet finger" refer to?
• What does the 'lead pipe sign' indicate in a patient with UC?
• What is the most common imaging technique used to diagnose acute mesenteric ischemia?
• What is a notable effect of severe loss of ACTH due to pituitary failure?
• What electrolyte disturbance is known to worsen constipation post-operatively?
• What is the diagnostic procedure of choice for bladder injury?
• Which of the following is NOT typically used for imaging gallstone pancreatitis?
• What differentiates epididymitis from testicular torsion?
• What is an adverse complication associated with tracheomalacia?
• What is the typical presentation for a pulmonary contusion following blunt trauma?
• What is the primary cause of compartment syndrome associated with fractures?
• What is the threshold size for a pancreatic pseudocyst to require drainage?
• What is the time frame for hyperacute transplant rejection?
• In Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia type 1 (MEN1), which gland is associated with Zollinger-Ellison syndrome?
• When should a surgical intervention be considered for tracheomalacia symptoms?
• What finding on ultrasound indicates cholecystitis?
• What is a hard sign of vascular injury?
• What is the most appropriate immediate treatment for a confirmed cardiac tamponade?
• What condition is characterized by pus in the liver due to infection?
• What is the result of acute ascending cholangitis?
• What condition is associated with pain during passive extension of the fingers?
• What is the complication following ascending cholangitis that involves pus accumulation in the liver?
• What is the next step for a stab wound to the abdomen with signs of instability or peritonitis?
• What is NOT recommended when dealing with a suspected urethral injury?
• What is a common cause of PTH-independent hypercalcemia?
• How is wound dehiscence characterized?
• In a supracondylar fracture of the distal humerus, which complication should be monitored?
• Where does obstruction occur in cases of colorectal cancer?
• Which imaging study is most appropriate to evaluate a suspected brain tumor?
• What presentation is characteristic of milk-alkali syndrome?
• What ligament is damaged in "gamekeeper's thumb"?
• What is the last resort treatment for hyperkalemia when other measures fail?
• Which hormone is primarily produced in medullary thyroid carcinoma?
• In cases of blunt abdominal trauma, what does a FAST exam assess for?
• What is the preferred treatment for choledocholithiasis?
• What is the recommended treatment for a low-risk basal cell carcinoma on the trunk or extremities?
• When should a patient be placed on bowel rest?
• What are common symptoms of a brain abscess?
• What clinical sign would suggest a potential urethral injury?
• What is the primary cause of hyperacute transfusion reactions?
• How should the arm be positioned in an anterior shoulder dislocation?
• What is a distinguishing feature of exudative pleural effusion?
• What condition is characterized by a narrowing shape on a CT scan?
• What is the first-line treatment for pseudomembranous colitis?
• What is the common treatment for a stress fracture in young athletes?
• What is the next appropriate step for a patient with PE or DVT when anticoagulation therapy is contraindicated?
• What is a common characteristic of SCFE seen on x-ray?
• What is the appropriate imaging method for diagnosing urethral injuries?
• What is the likely injury for someone presenting with shoulder pain after a seizure or electrical shock?
• What defines a transient ischemic attack (TIA)?
• When should a hemothorax be taken to the operating room?
• What type of pain is typically associated with diffuse esophageal spasm (DES)?
• What is a primary symptom of pheochromocytoma?
• What imaging technique is used to evaluate for dilation of the common bile duct?
• Which factor is a known cause of hypercalcemia in patients taking thiazides?
• What is a common presentation in patients with otosclerosis?
• What are common signs indicating the need for a workup in suspected squamous cell carcinoma of the head and neck?
• The presence of flank pain and hypotension after a blood transfusion is indicative of which reaction?
• Which genetic syndromes are associated with cystic hygromas?
• If RUQ ultrasound is unclear for cholecystitis, what is the next best step?
• What type of lesion on the face should be treated with Mohs micro surgery?
• Which condition is identified by a triad of colicky abdominal pain, bloody "currant jelly" stool, and a sausage-shaped abdominal mass?
• What formula is used to calculate corrected calcium levels?
• In cases where echinococcus is suspected, what finding might you see on ultrasound?
• What is the most common type of breast cancer?
• What imaging finding is characteristic of meconium ileus?
• Which condition is primarily associated with PTH-dependent hypercalcemia?
• What is the most common antibiotic associated with pseudomembranous colitis?
• Which symptom is associated with tension pneumothorax?
• When blunt abdominal trauma is present but there are no peritoneal signs and the patient is hypotensive, what should be done next?
• Epigastric pain that worsens with eating is most commonly associated with which condition?
• What is a common pathogen associated with epididymitis in men under 35?
• What is the first step when a patient presents with stroke symptoms?
• What age group is typically associated with Osgood-Schlatter disease?
• What is the first step in managing an infected wound?
• In the case of enterocutaneous fistula, what is the next step in management?
• What is one indication for coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery?
• In the case of intraperitoneal bladder injury, what is the recommended management?
• According to Light's criteria, what indicates a transudative pleural effusion?
• In the context of stroke management, what is the significance of a blood pressure control strategy?
• What condition can mimic hypercalcemia presentations?
• What is the treatment for intussusception?
• Which virus is associated with nasopharyngeal carcinoma?
• What is the first-line imaging for transection of the aorta?
• In trauma situations, presence of peritoneal signs commonly indicates what condition?
• What is the recommended prevention method for febrile non-hemolytic transfusion reactions?
• What is a common presenting symptom of an embolism from the ICA affecting the ophthalmic artery?
• What is a significant clinical indicator for requiring triple endoscopy in a patient suspected of head and neck cancer?
• If a patient with blunt abdomen trauma is hemodynamically stable, what is the appropriate next step?
• What condition is indicated by exposed bowel due to sutures bursting open?
• Which neck mass is characterized by midline position and movement with the tongue?
• What is the most common cause of Boerhaave syndrome?
• What is the first-line treatment for Acalculous cholecystitis in critically ill ICU patients?
• For an asymptomatic elderly patient presenting with iron deficiency anemia, what is the next step in management?
• What size of an abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) usually warrants repair?
• What is the medical term for a stone stuck in the common bile duct?
• Which test is positive for De Quervain's tenosynovitis?
• What condition is associated with a lack of Meissner and Auerbach plexus?
• What physical exam finding is associated with Boerhaave syndrome?
• What are common symptoms of pituitary apoplexy?
• Which treatment is typically NOT used for large basal cell carcinoma on the face?
• What is the emergency treatment for an epidural hematoma?
• What is a classic sign of an epidural hematoma?
• When is it appropriate to use 3% saline for hyponatremia treatment?
• Which symptoms are associated with Cauda Equina syndrome?
• What is a common histological finding for seminoma?
• What is the most common management strategy for a self-resolving renal injury?
• What gauge needles are considered appropriate for large bore IV lines in trauma?
• What is the recommended treatment for pheochromocytoma prior to surgery?
• What is the characteristic heart rate response in neurogenic shock?
• What should be avoided in the management of a newborn with suspected congenital diaphragmatic hernia?
• Which condition is associated with necrolytic migratory erythema?
• How is congenital hip dysplasia typically diagnosed?
• Which of the following is a sign of expanding hematoma?
• How does the timing of symptoms differ between acute and febrile non-hemolytic transfusion reactions?
• What is the appropriate treatment for an evisceration?
• What is the next best step in management for suspected cholecystitis with RUQ pain, fever, and leukocytosis?
• What imaging finding is associated with midgut volvulus?
• In which area is a chest tube typically placed for a non-tension pneumothorax?
• What type of neck mass is typically found anterior to the sternocleidomastoid muscle?
• What is indicated for management if a bowel obstruction shows no improvement?
• What is the primary treatment for slipped capital femoral epiphysis (SCFE)?
• What symptoms characterize Pellagra resulting from niacin deficiency?
• Which of the following describes the result of a positive Finkelstein test?
• In cases of blunt abdominal trauma with peritoneal signs, what is the recommended next step?
• In subclavian steal syndrome, what occurs due to proximal subclavian artery stenosis?
• What are the classic symptoms of midgut volvulus?
• What shape does an epidural hematoma typically present on a CT scan?
• In trauma care, what is the recommended number of large bore IV lines to establish?
• What condition is suggested by a baby boy who cannot urinate on the first day of life?
• What is the first step in the workup for a patient presenting with dysphagia?
• What is a classic presentation of subclavian steal syndrome?
• Which rib fractures are commonly associated with renal injury?
• In treating hyperkalemia, which medication is administered to shift potassium intracellularly?
• What type of transplant rejection is characterized by systemic symptoms and a CD8 response?
• What should be done for a patient who is an old person with dysphagia and alarm symptoms like microcytic anemia?
• Which triad of symptoms is associated with ascending cholangitis?
• What paraneoplastic syndrome is associated with small cell lung carcinoma?
• What organism is most commonly associated with amebic liver abscess?
• Which sign may indicate an infected surgical wound?
• What is the first step in diagnosing small bowel obstruction (SBO)?
• Who is most likely to develop Acalculous cholecystitis?
• What is a notable physical characteristic of patients with MEN2b?
• What symptom is commonly associated with right-sided colon cancer?
• Which conditions are associated with Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia type 2b (MEN2b)?
• What is the potential risk associated with the use of silver silvadiazine for burn treatment?
• What is the mechanism of action of Nifedipine in the context of a hemorrhagic stroke?
• Which of the following describes paralytic ileus?
• What is the characteristic sign of Legg-Calve-Perthes disease?
• What is the main treatment approach for evisceration following surgical wound failure?
• What specific nerve involvement is indicated by numbness over the deltoid in an anterior shoulder dislocation?
• What is the first clinical test indicated for diagnosing pheochromocytoma?
• Gallstone pancreatitis is most commonly caused by which condition?
• At what age should women begin annual mammograms for breast cancer screening?
• What is the common treatment for developmental dysplasia of the hip?
• What is the first line treatment for tension pneumothorax?
• If a patient presents with a stab wound to the abdomen and is stable, what should be the next step in management?
• In the context of congenital diaphragmatic hernia, what is the significance of waiting for a few days before surgery?
• Which type of RBC transfusion reaction occurs within 30 seconds of administration?
• What is the suggested imaging for diagnosing posterior urethral valves in a neonate?
• What distinguishes septic shock from other types of shock?
• Which of the following is part of Charcot's triad?
• If a patient undergoes a CT scan after a stab wound to the abdomen and is stable, what is the expected next step?
• What does pneumatosis intestinalis indicate in a patient?
• What is the first step in managing an infant diagnosed with a congenital diaphragmatic hernia?
• What is the minimum FEV1 required to consider lung surgery?
• What is the imaging finding associated with a sigmoid volvulus?
• What is the immediate treatment for a wound infection characterized by erythema over the wound?
• In a child presenting with gigantism, what lab value should be checked first?
• What is the primary difference between paralytic ileus and Ogilvie syndrome?
• What is one treatment option for increased intracranial pressure?
• What is the recommended treatment for Ogilvie syndrome?
• What is the characteristic presentation of a delayed hemolytic reaction to blood transfusion occurring 3 days post-transfusion?
• What type of shock is associated with decreased heart rate and blood pressure due to loss of sympathetic tone?
• What is the most common complication following an endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)?
• What is indicated if a patient diagnosed with Mallory-Weiss syndrome has an active bleed?
• What must be performed during hospital admission if a patient has confirmed gallstone pancreatitis?
• Which triad of symptoms is known as Beck's triad in cardiac tamponade?
• What management approach is suggested for a stable patient with a stab wound to the abdomen?
• What is a common clinical presentation of midgut volvulus?
• What common symptom might indicate congenital hip dysplasia?
• If a patient has pain under a cast, what is the next appropriate step?
• Which medication is commonly associated with the development of Serotonin Syndrome?
• What is the primary diagnosis for pneumatosis intestinalis?
• Which condition involves a malformation of the aorta encircling the trachea and esophagus?
• In testicular torsion, which physical exam finding is most significant?
• If a patient has a kidney stone and fever, what is the immediate next step in management?
• What finding would indicate a malignant cause for a bloody pleural effusion?
• What is the key finding associated with compartment syndrome?
• What is a key symptom of achalasia?
• What is the first step in treating hyperkalemia?
• What complication could arise from the use of propofol as an anesthetic?
• What accurately describes Mallory-Weiss syndrome?
• What does pneumoperitoneum indicate?
• Which neck mass is described as spongy, diffuse, and lateral to the sternocleidomastoid muscle?
• Which type of lung cancer is associated with hypercalcemia due to PTH-rp?
• Which ulcer is more commonly associated with Helicobacter pylori infection?
• What is the initial diagnostic method for tension pneumothorax?
• What condition presents as abdominal pain out of proportion to physical exam findings?
• How is the diagnosis of Hirschsprung disease confirmed via imaging?
• What is the consequence of prolonged immobilization related to calcium levels?
• What is the primary treatment for midgut volvulus?
• What condition is treated with Dantrolene?
• What is the treatment for echinococcus infection presenting with liver abscess?
• What is indicated if the diagnosis of cholecystitis from an ultrasound is unclear?
• Which of the following is a unique finding in patients with otosclerosis?
• When treating a patient with a severe esophageal tear, what is the first thing to avoid during diagnostics?
• Which components are included in Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia type 2a (MEN2a)?
• At what age should cryptorchidism be treated to reduce the risk of infertility?
• Which clinical feature is typically seen in hypovolemic shock?
• What is the initial diagnosis for a child who feeds too early and presents with vomiting?
• What is the common symptom of mucosal neuroma observed in MEN2b?
• What is characterized by the combination of fever, jaundice, RUQ pain, and altered mental status?
• What is the most common cause of colovesicular fistula leading to pneumaturia?
• What condition may arise in patients with H. pylori infection?
• In the case of a patient with succus entericus leaking from an enterocutaneous fistula, what should be monitored?
• What non-invasive imaging technique is often used for evaluating hip dysplasia?
• What is a potential cause of urinary retention after surgery?
• Which symptom is associated with Meckel diverticulum?
• What are common associations with aortic transection identified during imaging?
• What is the formula used to calculate fluid resuscitation in burn patients for both adults and children?
• What are the classic signs of cardiac tamponade as described by Beck's triad?
• What clinical feature is characteristic of midgut volvulus in children?
• How would you treat an extraperitoneal bladder injury?
• Which treatment causes low sodium and low potassium but does not penetrate eschar?
• What type of hernia is most likely to incarcerate?
• What symptom indicates the use of 3% saline treatment for hyponatremia?
• In which context would decreased left ventricular compliance typically be observed?
• What condition should be suspected in a patient with an electrical burn and red urine but no RBCs in the blood?
• In which part of the colon is colorectal cancer most often associated with bleeding?
• What is the first imaging study recommended for suspected Cauda Equina syndrome?
• How long do physicians have to correct a testicular torsion to prevent necrosis?
• What is the recommended treatment for stage 1 and 2 pressure ulcers?
• Which treatment is typically required for chronic transplant rejection?
• What is the proper treatment for aspiration pneumonia caused by anaerobic bacteria above the diaphragm?
• Which agent can penetrate eschar but is known to be very painful?
• Which vitamin deficiency is associated with carcinoid syndrome?
• What is the primary concern with a tension pneumothorax?
• What imaging study is preferred for diagnosing Boerhaave syndrome?
• What laboratory finding indicates rheumatoid arthritis in a pleural effusion?
• What injury is associated with a "jersey finger"?
• What differentiates preseptal cellulitis from postseptal cellulitis?
• Which symptom is commonly associated with pancreatic pseudocyst?
• In a congenital diaphragmatic hernia, which organ is typically found in the left lung?
• What happens to the sound of blood flow through a stenotic valve during a Valsalva maneuver?
• What is the location of a direct inguinal hernia?
• What is the INR goal for patients with a mechanical valve after replacement?
• What is the most common cause of acute mesenteric ischemia?
• What laboratory findings indicate obstruction due to colledocholithiasis?
• What is indicated if gallstones obstruct the cystic duct?
• What is a major complication of choledocholithiasis?
• What is the greatest risk factor for stroke?
• What is the first-line treatment for testicular torsion if surgery is within 6 hours?
• What is the recommended next step after detecting a lung nodule on a chest X-ray?
• What is the most effective screening method for diagnosing osteoporosis in individuals over 65 years old?
• What laboratory finding is indicative of primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC)?
• Which type of shock is indicated by altered mental status and hypotension with warm, dry extremities?
• What condition is indicated by a “corkscrew” appearance on a barium swallow study?
• What is the treatment for acute transplant rejection?