It’s Mnemonic Monday! Hyperlipoproteinemia
On this Mnemonic Monday, we challenge you to remember findings/mutations associated with Familial LPL deficiency (type I hyperlipoproteinemia) with the following mnemonic:
AudRey got lipo for her 1st Cat because he had low self-esteem from being blind and having no abs.
Au(d)Re(y)- Autosomal recessive
(got)
Lipo- Lipoprotein lipase deficiency
(for her)
C(at)- Apolipoprotein C-II
( …
On this Mnemonic Monday, we challenge you to remember findings/mutations associated with Familial LPL deficiency (type I hyperlipoproteinemia) with the following mnemonic:
AudRey got lipo for her 1st Cat because he had low self-esteem from being blind and having no abs.
Au(d)Re(y)- Autosomal recessive
(got)
Lipo- Lipoprotein lipase deficiency
(for her)
C(at)- Apolipoprotein C-II
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Which organ system is least likely to be involved in the condition shown in the attached image?
A. Liver
B. Spleen
C. Genitourinary
D. Gastrointestinal tract
E. Bone marrow
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This Nigerian patient tells you that he is a farmer. Which of the following is the most likely causative organism?
A. M. marinum
B. M. tuberculosis
C. M. kansasii
D. M. ulcerans
E. M. fortuitum
To find out the correct answer and read the explanation, click here.
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On this Mnemonic Monday, we challenge you to remember plants producing the allergen sesquiterpene lactone with the following mnemonic:
SAD CHrissy FARtS Dandelions and Marigolds
S- Sesquiterpene lactones
A- Asteraceae
D- Daisy
Ch- Chrysanthemum, Chamomile
F- Feverfew
A- Artichoke
R- Ragweed
(t)
S- Sunflower
Dandelions and Marigolds
Remember that this allergen cross-reacts wit … 
Which of the following is the most appropriate treatment of this infant’s painful finger?
A. Incision and drainage
B. Acyclovir
C. Foscarnet
D. Dicloxacillin
E. Clindamycin
To find out the correct answer and read the explanation, click here.
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