In which of the following disorders is digital clubbing a common ...

[appyboo]

In which of the following disorders is digital clubbing a common physical sign? 1. Congenital heart disease 2. Lung cancer 3. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease 4. Pancreatic cancer
 
  a. 3 only
  b. 1, 3 and 4 only
  c. 1, 2, and 4 only
  d. 1, 2, and 3 only

Question 2

Which of the following abnormalities should the practitioner be on the lookout for during inspec-tion of the extremities? 1. Digital clubbing 2. Peripheral cyanosis 3. Ascites 4. Impaired capillary refill
 
  a. 1 and 2 only
  b. 1, 2, and 4 only
  c. 3 and 4 only
  d. 2 only

[duy1981999]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
Many causes of clubbing exist, including infiltrative or interstitial lung disease, bronchiectasis, various cancers (including lung cancer), congenital heart problems that cause cyanosis, chronic liver disease, and inflammatory bowel disease.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Respiratory disease may cause several abnormalities of the extremities, including digital clubbing, cyanosis, and pedal edema.

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[duy1981999]

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