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Typically impinges nerve below disc (ie: L4-L5 herniation causes L5 radiculopathy) Cervical radiculopathy: Spurling’s test: This test is typically done by having the patient bend the head to the side where symptoms have occurred (closing down the intervertebral foramen), and then gently apply pressure to the top of the head. C5 - bicep reflex C5 radiculopathy can

09 Aug

Radiculopathy Rapid Review: Cervical and Lumbar Patterns

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Typically impinges nerve below disc (ie: L4-L5 herniation causes L5 radiculopathy) Cervical radiculopathy: Spurling’s test: This test is typically done by having the patient bend the head to the side where symptoms have occurred (closing down the intervertebral foramen), and then gently apply pressure to the top of the head. C5 - bicep reflex C5 radiculopathy can

A Comparison of Hematologic Malignancies Below is a comparison table looking at the key features differentiating the six PANCE and PANRE hematological malignancies Quiz Yourself

05 Jul

Leukemia and Lymphoma: Comparison Table of Hematologic Malignancies

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A Comparison of Hematologic Malignancies Below is a comparison table looking at the key features differentiating the six PANCE and PANRE hematological malignancies Quiz Yourself

The NCCPA™ Musculoskeletal Content Blueprint covers 3 general disorders of the knee Fractures and dislocations of the knee Osgood-Schlatter disease Soft tissue injuries of the knee Below are the most commonly referenced special examinations of the knee that you should know for your examination. *click the links below to view a video demonstration of the orthopedic exam in a pop-up

07 Feb

Special Examinations of the Knee

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The NCCPA™ Musculoskeletal Content Blueprint covers 3 general disorders of the knee Fractures and dislocations of the knee Osgood-Schlatter disease Soft tissue injuries of the knee Below are the most commonly referenced special examinations of the knee that you should know for your examination. *click the links below to view a video demonstration of the orthopedic exam in a pop-up

The NCCPA™ PANCE and PANRE GI and Nutrition Content Blueprint 6 types of Diseases of the Esophagus 5 types of Disorders of the Stomach 3 types of Diseases of the Gallbladder 3 types of Disorders of the Liver 2 types of Disorders of the Pancreas 13 types of Diseases of the Small Intestine and Colon

24 Oct

PANCE Gastroenterology and Nutrition PEARLS | NCCPA Content Blueprint

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Gastroenterology and Nutrition

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The NCCPA™ PANCE and PANRE GI and Nutrition Content Blueprint 6 types of Diseases of the Esophagus 5 types of Disorders of the Stomach 3 types of Diseases of the Gallbladder 3 types of Disorders of the Liver 2 types of Disorders of the Pancreas 13 types of Diseases of the Small Intestine and Colon

The NCCPA™ PANCE and PANRE Genitourinary Content Blueprint 9 types of GU tract conditions 6 types of infectious and inflammatory conditions 5 types of GU neoplastic diseases 7 types of renal diseases 2 types of fluid and electrolyte disorders Acid Base Disorders Total: 30 conditions  GU Tract Conditions (PEARLS) The NCCPA™ PANCE and PANRE Genitourinary Content

22 Oct

PANCE Genitourinary Pearls | NCCPA Content Blueprint

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The NCCPA™ PANCE and PANRE Genitourinary Content Blueprint 9 types of GU tract conditions 6 types of infectious and inflammatory conditions 5 types of GU neoplastic diseases 7 types of renal diseases 2 types of fluid and electrolyte disorders Acid Base Disorders Total: 30 conditions  GU Tract Conditions (PEARLS) The NCCPA™ PANCE and PANRE Genitourinary Content

Dermatology PANCE and PANRE Blueprint PEARLS This is a comprehensive list following the exact NCCPA PANCE and PANRE Dermatology content blueprint The dermatology section represents 5% of your PANCE and PANRE board exam Make sure to download my FREE content blueprint checklist Members have access to the comprehensive 66 question dermatology exam Dermatology Pearls Flashcards Dermatology Pearls

09 Sep

Dermatology PANCE and PANRE Blueprint PEARLS

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Dermatology PANCE and PANRE Blueprint PEARLS This is a comprehensive list following the exact NCCPA PANCE and PANRE Dermatology content blueprint The dermatology section represents 5% of your PANCE and PANRE board exam Make sure to download my FREE content blueprint checklist Members have access to the comprehensive 66 question dermatology exam Dermatology Pearls Flashcards Dermatology Pearls

GI and Nutrition Content Blueprint Classic and Pathognomonic Patient Presentations and Question Stems For the PANCE and PANRE Board Exam   GI Content Blueprint Case Presentation Flashcards   Esophagus Esophagitis Patient will present with → odynophagia (painful swallowing), dysphagia and retrosternal chest pain Motility disorders Achalasia - Patient will present with → dysphagia to both liquids and solids,

12 Jun

GI and Nutrtition PANCE and PANRE Blueprint Classic Patient Presentations

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GI and Nutrition Content Blueprint Classic and Pathognomonic Patient Presentations and Question Stems For the PANCE and PANRE Board Exam   GI Content Blueprint Case Presentation Flashcards   Esophagus Esophagitis Patient will present with → odynophagia (painful swallowing), dysphagia and retrosternal chest pain Motility disorders Achalasia - Patient will present with → dysphagia to both liquids and solids,

EENT PANCE and PANRE NCCPA Content Blueprint (9%) EENT Common Patient Presentations Below is a list of the most common PANCE and PANRE board review question stems and patient presentations from the SMARTYPANCE EENT Content Blueprint board review. These case presentations represent the most common pathognomonic  findings associated with each content blueprint EENT board review topic. You can

01 May

EENT PANCE and PANRE Content Blueprint Patient Presentations

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EENT PANCE and PANRE NCCPA Content Blueprint (9%) EENT Common Patient Presentations Below is a list of the most common PANCE and PANRE board review question stems and patient presentations from the SMARTYPANCE EENT Content Blueprint board review. These case presentations represent the most common pathognomonic  findings associated with each content blueprint EENT board review topic. You can

 Condition Incubation period  Prodrome Rash Other Dx features   Measles (Rubeola) 9-14 days Fever Cough, Conjunctivitis Rhinitis Maculopapular – face to extremities Koplik spots in mouth     Mumps (Parotitis) 12-25 days   Pain/swelling in front of/below ear     Rubella (German Measles) 14-21  None    Maculopapular – rapid spread from head to toe   Teratogenic,

12 Mar

Comparison Table of Viral Exanthems

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 Condition Incubation period  Prodrome Rash Other Dx features   Measles (Rubeola) 9-14 days Fever Cough, Conjunctivitis Rhinitis Maculopapular – face to extremities Koplik spots in mouth     Mumps (Parotitis) 12-25 days   Pain/swelling in front of/below ear     Rubella (German Measles) 14-21  None    Maculopapular – rapid spread from head to toe   Teratogenic,

Hypertensive therapies recommended for treating coexisting conditions: Angina β-blockers, CCB Post Myocardial Infarction β-blockers, ACE Inhibitors Systolic Heart Failure ACEI/ARB, β-blockers, diuretics Diabetes mellitus/Chronic kidney disease ACEI/ARB Isolated systolic HTN in elderly Diuretics, CCB osteoporosis Thiazides BPH α1 blockers African Americans Thiazides, CCB Young white males Thiazides →  ACEI/ARB → β-blockers Gout CCB, Losartan is the only ARB

10 Dec

Blood Pressure Medications for Specific Conditions

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Hypertensive therapies recommended for treating coexisting conditions: Angina β-blockers, CCB Post Myocardial Infarction β-blockers, ACE Inhibitors Systolic Heart Failure ACEI/ARB, β-blockers, diuretics Diabetes mellitus/Chronic kidney disease ACEI/ARB Isolated systolic HTN in elderly Diuretics, CCB osteoporosis Thiazides BPH α1 blockers African Americans Thiazides, CCB Young white males Thiazides →  ACEI/ARB → β-blockers Gout CCB, Losartan is the only ARB

The most common BP meds and facts you need to know for your board exam Ace inhibitors are associated with cough, angioedema and can cause hyperkalemia. They are contraindicated in pregnancy. Spironolactone (a potassium sparing diuretic) can also cause hyperkalemia β blockers are contraindicated in Asthma and may cause impotence CCB cause leg edema, verapamil and diltiazem are rate

08 Dec

Six Blood Pressure Medication facts to know for your PANRE

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Cardiovascular, PANCE and PANRE Quick Tips

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The most common BP meds and facts you need to know for your board exam Ace inhibitors are associated with cough, angioedema and can cause hyperkalemia. They are contraindicated in pregnancy. Spironolactone (a potassium sparing diuretic) can also cause hyperkalemia β blockers are contraindicated in Asthma and may cause impotence CCB cause leg edema, verapamil and diltiazem are rate