A patient with chronic hip pain cannot take nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and tells the provider that acetaminophen is minimally helpful. What might the provider recommend initially to improve pain relief?

A patient with a history of esophageal reflux reports difficulty swallowing. The provider notes fixed cervical and axillary lymphadenopathy on exam. What is the significance of these findings if esophageal carcinoma is suspected?

Which symptoms noted in a patient reporting abdominal pain are suggestive of appendicitis? (Select all that apply).

Which diagnostic test will the healthcare provider order for a postmenopausal woman who complains of sharp, burning, unilateral breast pain localized to one area, and exhibits no dimpling, discharge, or masses during a breast examination?

To help prevent unplanned pregnancies, which group of providers may make the most impact by providing contraceptive counseling to women?

Which of the following types of chronic noninfectious diarrhea can potentially lead to the presence of fatty stools? (Select all that apply).

In the case of a patient with a history of diverticular disease who is currently experiencing left-sided pain and notices the presence of blood in their stool, what is a crucial intervention that should be considered for managing these symptoms?

A young adult male presents with a mild ache in the right scrotum, and the provider observes a bluish hue visible through the skin on the affected side. Upon palpation, a cluster of dilated veins is felt on the upper spermatic cord. What is a crucial subsequent action in the management of this patient?

Based on research conducted in the past decade, what is the most likely underlying cause or pathology of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)?

A patient is diagnosed with mild to moderate ulcerative colitis. Which medication will be prescribed initially to establish remission?