Approach to jaundice (conjugated hyperbilirubinemia) Quiz: Ace Your Exams
Get ready to dominate your medical and nursing exams by using our dynamic quizzes to elevate your knowledge and increase your confidence. Whether you're gearing up for the USMLE®, COMLEX®, or your next in-class assessment, Osmosis quizzes tackle key topics in pathology, diagnostics, and treatment approaches. By honing in on clinical readiness and decision-making, we make sure the knowledge you gain empowers you both in the classroom and in real-world practice. Jump in and supercharge your exam prep!
Learning videos
Flashcards
Expert reviewed
Spaced Repetition
Mobile app
Custom Quizzes
1 of 4
A 55-year-old man was brought to the emergency department for evaluation of vomiting and confusion for one day. The patient has a history of alcohol use disorder and chronic back pain following a motor vehicle accident several years ago. The patient has a history of drinking up to 2 pints of vodka per day. Current medications include oxycodone/acetaminophen 5-325 mg as needed every 2 hours. Temperature is 37.0°C (98.6°F), pulse is 110/min, respirations are 15/min, and blood pressure is 135/85 mmHg. The patient appears lethargic and is only oriented to person. Physical examination reveals scleral icterus and jaundice. There are no signs of chronic liver disease. Laboratory studies are shown below. Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis?
| Laboratory value | Result |
| Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP) | 100 u/L |
| Alanine aminotransferase (ALT) | 1,549 u/L |
| Aspartate aminotransferase (AST) | 1,845 u/L |
| Total bilirubin | 3 mg/dL |
| Direct bilirubin | 1 mg/dL |
| INR | 1.3 |
| White blood cell (WBC) count | 10,000/mm3 |
| Lactate dehydrogenase (LDH) | 300 u/L |
Elimination tool
0 XP
Press space to continue