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Quick Recertification Series Articles

Acute and chronic adrenal insufficiency

Jami S. Smith, MPA, PA-C May 22, 2012

This month, the authors review acute adrenal insufficiency and chronic adrenocortical insufficiency (Addison disease).

Long QT syndrome and Wegener granulomatosis

Myriam D. Riboh, MS, PA-C March 27, 2012

This month's review covers the symptoms, diagnostic criteria, and treatment of two potentially fatal disorders.

Hypoparathyroidism and Meniere disease

Barbara Poetzsch, PhD, RPA-C, Jami S. Smith, MPA, PA-C January 18, 2012

This month's brief review of subjects that may be covered on the PANRE includes Meniere disease and hypoparathyroidism.

Acute cholecystitis and ischemic colitis

Dawn Colomb-Lippa, MHS, PA-C, Peter Sandor, MHS, PA-C, RRT November 09, 2011

This month's review focuses on inflammation and its effect in two locations—the gallbladder and the colon.

Cauda equina syndrome and acute respiratory distress syndrome

Jami S. Smith, MPA, PA-C, Peter Sandor, MHS, PA-C, RRT September 27, 2011

This article reviews the general features, clinical assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of acute respiratory distress syndrome and cauda equina syndrome.

Esophageal varices and dyshidrosis

Christin Giordano, MPAS, PA-C, Amy M. Klingler, MS, PA-C July 13, 2011

This entry explores the diagnosis and treatment of esophageal varices and dyshidrosis, presented in a quick review format and accompanied by sample questions.

Toxoplasmosis and malaria

Gina Brown, MPAS, PA-C May 18, 2011

This article reviews the general features, clinical assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of toxoplasmosis and malaria.

Osteoporosis and pregnancy-induced hypertension

Holly West, MPAS, PA-C March 17, 2011

Osteoporosis and pregnancy-induced hypertension are discussed in an easy to read review format, with an emphasis on assessment, diagnosis, and treatment. A sample question is provided for each subject to test your knowledge.