Fatigue MCQs :-
1. The symptoms are poor appetite, fatigue, weight gain and cold intolerance. Physical findings include decreased pulse rate, dry skin, coarse dry hair and hoarseness. This is likely:
- Hypothyroidism (myxedema)
- Hyperthyroidism (Graves’ disease)
- Infection
- Depression
2. The symptoms occur typically in an middle-age or older male; partner reports periods of no breathing during sleep and fatigue. Physical findings include hypertension. obesity and narrowed upper airway. This Is likely:
- Heart failure
- Cancer
- Sleep apnea
- Heart failure
3. There is a history of smoking, alcohol, antihistamine and analgesic use. Physical findings include bilaterally enhanced or depressed DTRs; papillary changes: and reduced attention span / judgment. This fatigue is likely due to:
- Infection
- Poor nutrition
- Depression
- Drugs and alcohol
4. The symptoms are numerous somatic complaints and breathlessness. Physical examination shows tachycardia. Palpitations and diaphoresis. The most likely cause of this fatigue Is:
- Physiological
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Poor nutrition
5. In children with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis (JRA). severe fatigue is common.
- False
- True
6. High levels of caffeine can affect the amount of energy a person has and can affect the sleep cycle, causing fatigue.
False
True
7. The symptoms are jaundice, anorexia, fatigue and sometimes fever. Physical examination shows jaundice. weight loss, arthralgia and skin rash. This is probably:
Mononucleosis (Epstein-Barr virus)
Hepatitis
Fibromyalgia
Chronic fatigue syndrome
8. Fatigue is common in very young children.
True
False
9. The symptoms are hyperactivity, heat intolerance and sleep problems. Physical findings include lid lag, fine thinning hair and tachycardia. This is likely:
Hyperthyroidism (Graves’s disease)
Depression
Infection
Hypothyroidism (myxedema)
10. The symptoms in adults are the loss of interest in the usual activities: feelings of worthlessness, and sleep problems. The physical examination is normal. The most probable cause of fatigue is:
Physiological
Poor nutrition
Infection
Depression
11. Psychological fatigue is not associated with intensity or duration of activity and is not relieved by rest or sleep.
True
False
12. Acute fatigue lasts longer than 6 months, and its onset is usually slow and progressive.
True
False
13. Psychological fatigue is the result of normal activities that lead to overwork or exhaustion.
False
True
14. Over-the-counter drugs are safe to use and can be ruled out as a cause of fatigue.
False
True
15. An increased appetite may indicate an infectious process.
False
True
16. The symptoms are more common in adolescent and younger adults: there is a history of overwork, psychological stress, disturbed sleep and poor dietary habits. A physical examination Is normal. The most likely cause of fatigue Is:
Depression
Physiological
Infection
Poor nutrition
17. The symptoms are depression, decreased appetite, lack of balanced nutrient intake andlor excessive alcohol intake. Physical findings show BMI reflecting underweight or overweight. The most probable cause of fatigue Is:
Physiological
Depression
Infection
Poor nutrition
18. Muscle aches, abdominal pain and general lethargy are common symptoms of psychological fatigue.
True
False
19. The symptoms are fatigue lasting longer than 6 months with sudden flulike symptoms that persist or recur. Physical examination may be normal, or cervical and axillary lymphadenopathy may be evident. This sounds like:
Hepatitis
Mononucleosis (Epstein-Barr virus)
Chronic fatigue syndrome
Fibromyalgia
20. The symptoms occur more frequently in females ages 20 to 50 years of age and include history of depression, sleep disturbance, chronic fatigue, and general muscle and joint aches. Physical examination may be normal. This Is likely:
Fibromyalgia
Mononucleosis (Epstein-Barr virus)
Chronic fatigue syndrome
Hepatitis
21. Psychological fatigue is related to a stressful event.
False
True
22. Fatigue is defined as the sensation of profound tiredness that is not relieved by rest or sleep and is not associated with prolonged activity.
False
True
23. This affliction is more common in young adults. Symptoms are a slow onset of malaise. low-grade fever and mild sore throat. Physical findings include palatine petechiae. posterior cervical lymphadenopathy and splenomegaly. This is likely:
Mononucleosis (Epstein-Barr virus)
Fibromyalgia
Chronic fatigue syndrome
Hepatitis
24. The symptoms are sudden onset of fatigue: history of exposure and / or recent viral illness. Physical findings include fever, lymphadenopathy, and localized signs of erythema, and edema. This fatigue. Is likely due to:
Infection
Physiological
Depression
Poor nutrition
25. Fatigue associated with metabolic causes may have a rapid and acute onset.
False
True