CCFP EXAM STUDY TIPS

Can you distinguish Jersey vs. Mallet finger? Do you know the splinting pitfall? They may be tiny, but fingertip injuries can cause outsized trouble. From nail bed lacerations to jersey finger, here’s some pointers to managing hand trauma like a pro. Subungual Hematoma Cause:  Direct crush injury → bleeding under nail plate. Diagnosis:  Clinical; consider X-ray hand (AP, lateral, oblique) to rule out distal phalanx fracture. EXAM TIP: For short answer management problems (be

Thinking Tx for Expistaxis? Think TXA! Topical tranexamic acid (TXA) is an effective treatment for epistaxis. Applied via cotton pledget, TXA significantly increases hemostasis within 10 minutes—82% success vs. 55% with saline in one RCT. It may also outperform vasoconstrictors: 90% success vs. 14% for phenylephrine-lidocaine in patients on antiplatelet therapy. Beyond TXA as an option on the exam, why not stock a vial for your clinic?* TXA reduces 24-hour rebleeding (6% vs.

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This is one guideline you want to read closely. Take a close look at targets, exceptions, and how to treat. BONUS EXAM TIP: See the official sample CCFP exam questions which feature this guideline Diagnosis and Definition BP Measurement: Use a validated automated device with standardized technique. Confirm Diagnosis: Out-of-office BP monitoring (home or ambulatory) is preferred. Definition: Hypertension is defined as BP ≥130/80 mm Hg. Treatment Recommendations Lifestyle: Ess