Author: Rowan Bell, MD & Marina Horiates Kerekes, MD
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PANCE® Question of the Day: Symptomatic cholelithiasis
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A postoperative patient develops shortness of breath after laparoscopic cholecystectomy. Learn practical, evidence-based strategies to prevent atelectasis during the recovery period, focusing on movement, breathing support, and monitoring.
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USMLE® Step 2 CK Question of the Day: Dysuria
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Follow the case of a 30-year-old woman with four days of dysuria, urgency, and suprapubic tenderness as clinicians review history, exam findings, and urinalysis results to navigate the differential and why certain tests guide decision-making.
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PANCE® Question of the Day: Fatigued and cold
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A 32-year-old woman presents with months of fatigue, weight gain, cold intolerance, and constipation. Explore a structured approach to evaluating suspected thyroid disorders, including which tests to order next and how antibody testing helps clarify autoimmune involvement.
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USMLE® Step 1 Question of the Day: Scar development
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A 28-year-old man presents after a skin injury with concerns about scarring. Explore how scar biology (collagen deposition patterns, TGF-β signaling, and the balance of inflammatory cytokines) shapes outcomes. Learn how histology distinguishes scar types and why some scars may persist or recur, guiding clinical management and exam prep.
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USMLE® Step 2 CK Question of the Day: Pancreatic mass
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An incidental pancreatic mass prompts a structured workup with focused imaging and laboratory tests. This question of the day explains what’s preferred and how imaging findings, along with tumor markers, guide subsequent evaluation without assuming a final diagnosis.
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USMLE® Step 1 Question of the Day: Lower teeth sensation
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A woman post-wisdom tooth extraction has numbness in lower teeth and chin. Learn more about nerve anatomy and surgical risks.
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PANCE® Question of the Day: Bloody stool
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A child presents with bright red blood stool and pain during bowel movements. Understanding key history elements helps guide diagnosis and care.
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USMLE® Step 2 CK Question of the Day: Frequent falls
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A patient presents with an unsteady, stomping gait and frequent falls. Understanding appropriate diagnostic tests is key to identifying the underlying cause.
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USMLE® Step 1 Question of the Day: Intraperitoneal free fluid
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A 26-year-old trauma patient with left shoulder pain, abdominal tenderness, and free fluid on FAST suggests splenic laceration. Recognize signs for timely management.
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USMLE® Step 2 CK Question of the Day: L&D triage
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A pregnant patient with contractions and minimal cervical dilation requires careful evaluation. Measuring cervical length via endovaginal ultrasound is key to distinguishing preterm labor.
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PANCE® Question of the Day: Hemoptysis
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A 45-year-old with productive cough, hemoptysis, and systemic symptoms presents with cavitary lung lesions. Recognize key clinical and imaging features to guide diagnosis.
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USMLE® Step 1 Question of the Day: Antipsychotic medication
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A patient with schizophrenia develops involuntary movements after antipsychotic treatment. Learn which medication carries the highest risk and how atypicals are named.
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USMLE® Step 2 CK Question of the Day: Persistent eczema
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A child presents with eczema, frequent infections, and lab abnormalities. Recognizing key clinical signs is essential for diagnosing primary immunodeficiency syndromes.
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USMLE® Step 1 Question of the Day: Class I antiarrhythmics
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A patient with arrhythmia after myocardial infarction receives a medication that alters phase 0 depolarization. Explore how this drug modulates cardiac electrical activity.
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USMLE® Step 2 CK Question of the Day: Erratic movements
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A patient presents with psychosis and unusual movements. Discover how family history and other factors may increase risk for certain hereditary neurological disorders.
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USMLE® Step 1 Question of the Day: Pancreatic enzyme
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MODY type 2 arises from a defect in a pancreatic enzyme crucial for glucose sensing. Discover the distinctive characteristics that set this enzyme apart in glucose metabolism.
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USMLE® Step 2 CK Question of the Day: Constant headache
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A patient with advanced HIV shows symptoms of meningitis. Learn how CSF analysis and specific staining techniques guide diagnosis among infectious causes.
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USMLE® Step 1 Question of the Day: Axillary nerve injury
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A 66-year-old man presents with shoulder pain after a fall. Identify which shoulder movements may be limited due to nerve injury in this clinical scenario.
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USMLE® Step 2 CK Question of the Day: Painful rash
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A 66-year-old man presents with a painful, rash lasting three days. What is the best initial medication to manage his condition effectively?
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USMLE® Step 1 Question of the Day: Endometriosis medication
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A 35-year-old woman with endometriosis starts a GnRH agonist. What side effects should clinicians monitor for during continuous therapy?
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USMLE® Step 2 CK Question of the Day: Cobble stoning
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A 36-year-old man with nasal itching and congestion presents symptoms of allergic rhinitis. What’s the best initial treatment to manage his condition effectively?
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USMLE® Step 1 Question of the Day: Vascular ischemia
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Explore a clinical case of acute neurological deficits in an elderly patient, focusing on identifying the affected brainstem vascular territory.
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USMLE® Step 2 CK Question of the Day: Jaundiced skin
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Evaluate a patient presenting with jaundice and altered mental status using targeted physical exam findings to guide further diagnostic steps.
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PANCE® Question of the Day: Period symptoms
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Understand the clinical presentation of premenstrual disorders with an emphasis on PMDD, its symptoms, and how to distinguish it from other medical conditions.
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USMLE® Step 1 Question of the Day: Contraceptive pill
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Learn the pharmacologic actions of contraceptive pill ingredients and important contraindications for safe use in patient care.
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PANCE® Question of the Day: Confusion
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Review a clinical scenario highlighting features of delirium, assessment strategies, and distinctions from dementia and other cognitive disorders.
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USMLE® Step 2 CK Question of the Day: Routine vaccination
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Apply vaccination guidelines for adults, including which vaccines are recommended based on age and health status during routine check-ups.
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PANCE® Question of the Day: ARDS
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Today’s PANCE® Question of the Day: ARDS involves a clinical case of moderate ARDS in a patient with pneumonia. What’s the best ventilator adjustment to improve oxygenation and patient outcomes?
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PANCE® Question of the Day: Right leg pain
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Explore today’s PANCE® question on a pediatric case of right leg pain and learn the critical next step in managing this fascinating case!
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COMLEX OMM® Question of the Day: Tingling hands
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Prep for the COMLEX exam with today’s OMM question focused on tingling fingers. Strengthen your clinical assessment skills and prepare effectively for your exam!