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To have metabolic syndrome, you must have how many conditions to be diagnosed?

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At least 3 or greater

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How many oz of non-sugar liquid should you consume while taking Orlistat?

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64oz / day

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Overweight BMI?

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25-29.9

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MOA Pregnancy Test

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Detect hCG

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Orlistat is approved for what age for OTC or RX?

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OTC: >18yrs old
RX: >12 yrs old

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Techniques for naturopathy?

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Nutritional counseling/support using dietetics, fasting, supplements

Belief that mental attitude/emotional states may influence physical illness

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Callus vs Corn

Indefinite border

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Callus

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Callus vs Corn

Central core

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Corn

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Stage 2 hypertension is what?

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≥140/90

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Techniques for Ayurveda?

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Relies on individual’s willingness to participate in lifestyle and behavioral changes

Uses pt interview, physical exam, lab tests to diagnose

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When do pts w/ achilles tendon rupture need to be referred?

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Regardless of pain level, they need to be always referred

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When should you take vitamin supplements while taking Orlistat?

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Bedtime

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With diabetic ketoacidosis, ketones can be tested when BG is ______mg/dL and is associated w/ (T1DM/T2DM)

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> 240

T1DM

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Bariatric surgery is recommended for someone with a BMI of _____ and _____ if they have HTN, T2DM, etc

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No conditions: >40

W/ conditions: >35

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Callus vs Corn

Thickening of skin

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Callus

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Digoxin is derived from where?

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Foxglove

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Sever’s Disease occurs in what population?

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Young boys (8 to 15 yrs old)

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When are blood glucose screenings recommended to?

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Overweight adults between ages 40 to 70

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How long should you soak your feet in WARM water for calluses/corns?

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5 minutes

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To have metabolic syndrome, your BP would be greater than ______

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130/85

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Paclitaxel is derived from what?

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Yew tree bark

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Orlistat AE?

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Greasy diarrhea increases w/ fatty meals

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To have metabolic syndrome, your fasting glucose would be greater than _____mg/dL

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100

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Callus vs Corn

Small

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Corn

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What foods should you avoid when losing weight?
Carbs + fats (saturated)
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To have metabolic syndrome, you will have a triglyceride level greater than ______mg/dL
150
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In a blister, accumulation of fluid is beneath the _________
stratum corneum
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Extra intake of just 10kcal/day leads to how much increase of lb(s)/year?
1
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How long can it take to develop antibodies for HIV and HCV after exposure?
HCV - 6 months | HIV - 3 wks to 6 months
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According to the American Cancer Society, what population should utilize fecal occult blood tests, and how often should they be tested?
>50 yrs old; AA = >45 yrs old every 10 yrs
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1lb of fat equals how many kcal?
3500
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Class 3 BMI?
≥40
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How do you treat onychoncryptosis?
1. Warm water 2. Insert small cotton piece or dental floss 3. If infection occurs, referral
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Who should not use chiropractic therapies for health purposes?
1. Arthritis 2. Osteoporosis 3. Bleeding disorder 4. Tumor on the spine 5. Aneurysms
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How many kcal/day should you reduce by if trying to lose weight?
500kcal/day
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Orlistat + RX; dose
120mg TID before meals
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What rx is derived from yew tree bark?
Paclitaxel
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Long-term Rx therapy is recommended for someone with a BMI of _____ and _____ if they have HTN, T2DM, etc
No condition: >30 | W/ condition: >27
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MOA UTI bladder
Detects nitrates
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Pharmacologic therapy for calluses/corns?
Salicylic acid (0.5 to 40%) for 14 days max
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To have metabolic syndrome, you would have a HDL level less than _____ in males and ______ in females
Men - 40 | Females - 50
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What are some research issues in regards to CIM therapies?
1. Lack of standardization in CIM research | 2. Experimental design is the most problematic issue
43
Stage 1 hypertension is what?
130-139 / 80-89
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When should you replace cushioning pads for calluses/corns?
QD
45
Who should not receive massages for health purposes?
1. History of physical abuse 2. Bleeding disorders 3. Pregnant 4. Peripheral vascular disease
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FDA regulates homeopathic medicines as what?
Drugs not dietary supplements
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How do you calculate BMI?
Wt (lbs) / Ht (in)^2 * 703
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Orlistat + OTC; dose
60mg TID before meals
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Callus vs Corn Raised and yellowish gray
Corn
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Fecal occult blood tests should be performed on how many consecutive bowel movements?
3
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Who should receive HCV testing?
1. If you had hemodialysis before 1987 2. Transplant before 1992 3. Sex w/ multiple peeps 4. Birth from infected mother 5. Occupational hazard
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When do pts with blisters need to be referred?
If drainage is needed
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According to the clinical guidelines, how much weight must be lost?
5 to 10% over 6 months
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How do you confirm diagnosis of Sever's Disease?
Squeeze test
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How many minutes of exercise should you incorporate / week
150 minutes
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What rx is derived from foxglove?
Digoxin
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When should ovulation prediction urine tests be done?
2 to 4 days before estimated ovulation time
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T/F Basal body temperature is a more accurate method of female fertility testing compared to urinary hormone tests
True?
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What is the difference between complementary and integrative medicine?
Complementary - using non-mainstream approach w/ conventional rx Integrative - using non-TRADITONAL approach w/ conventional rx
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Interferences w/ UTI tests
Strict vegan and/or using tetracycline - gives out a false negative High dose of Vit. C - gives out a false negative Phenozopyridine - gives out a false positive
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Callus vs Corn Broad base
Callus
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What are the major categories of complementary/integrative medicine (CIM)?
1. Natural 2. Mind-body practice 3. Other approaches
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Difference between urine + hair samples for drug detection?
Urine - Hours to few days prior to testing Hair - 5 to 90 days prior with 1 and a half inch sample
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Pathophysiology of Onychocryptosis?
Nail curves and becomes embedded into flesh causing pain; bacteria can invade if broken
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Class 1 BMI?
30-34.9
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To have metabolic syndrome, a males circumference is greater than ______ and a females have a number greater than _____
Men - 40 | Women - 35
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MOA Azo (for UTIs)
Detects NITRITES + leukocyte esterase
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Techniques for Chinese medicine?
Emphasis on herbal medicine, minerals, metals, animal products Acupuncture, cupping, moxibustion are often used
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MOA Ovulation Urine Test
Detect LH surge
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When do pts w/ toenail loss need to be referred?
All pts with this need to be referred
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MOA Male Fertility Test
Detects SP-10 antigen
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Pharmacologic therapy for onychoncryptosis?
Sodium sulfide 1% gel; apply twice daily for up to 7 days
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Elevated BP is what?
120-129 / <80
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Oseltamivir is derived from what?
Chinese star anise
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To have metabolic syndrome, what kind of resistance would likely to occur?
Insulin
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When testing for osteopenia/osteoporosis, what should the bone mineral tests be like?
Penia - 1 to 2.5 | Porosis - >2.5
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Obese child BMI?
≥95% BMI of adult
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How do you treat intermetatarsal neuitis?
Wear proper footwear
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Overweight child BMI?
85 to 95% BMI of adult
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Class 2 BMI?
35-39.9
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Techniques for homeopathy?
Undergoes attenuation to increase potency
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When should pregnancy tests be done?
1 wk after 1 day of missed period
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What rx is derived from the Chinese star anise
Oseltamivir
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What RX should be avoided before and during fecal occult blood tests?
ASA, NSAIDS, steroids
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With hyperglycemic hyperosmolar nonketotic syndrome, BG is found at _____mg/dl with few or no ketones and is associated w/ (T1DM/T2DM)
>600 T2DM

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