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NBME 11 block 2 q 1 to 50 - maryam2009
#91
Hi there, this post is just for the NBME's answers/explanations.please do your inquiry in a proper location(seperate post) , Thank you Smile
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#92
19. BB
100 % true
warfarin - long term treatment, inhibits carboxylation of coagul. factors
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#93
Please help...
Can someone please send me NBME 11 Block 1 questions?
Thank you so much in advance.
dawls2003
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#94
plz mail me form 11 and 12 answers at abhi7789

Thanks!
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#95
@nf2011
********CORRECTION OF EXPLANATION*******
FROM QUESTION #47

Yes, ANSWER is D, VASCULITIS, but is POLYARTERITIS NODOSA (PAN)

PAN:
-Immune complex-mediated (HSR III) TRASNSMURAL vasculitis with FIBRINOID NECROSIS.
-Occurs in every organ EXCEPT for the LUNGS.
-Symptoms and signs:
Fever, weight loss, malaise, Abdominal pain, melena, headache, myalgia, HTA, neurologic dysfunction (Peripheral neuropathy included)and cutaneous eruptions AKA "LIVEDO RETICULARIS" which is a Purplish discoloration of the skin.

-Findings: A/w Hep B in 30%, Multiples Aneurysm (renal and mesenteric (reason why can present as melena)) and constriction on angiogram. Important, DIT course explained that can be associates w/ ANCA, as the question stem described.

-Treatment: Corticosteroids, Cyclophosphamide.
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