Pulmonology Exam Review: Infectious, Neoplastic, Obstructive, and Restrictive Diseases for Physician Assistants
Pulmonology Exam Review: Infectious, Neoplastic, Obstructive, and Restrictive Diseases for Physician Assistants Get exam-ready with this high-yield podcast summary of key pulmonary conditions from A Comprehensive Review for the Certification and Recertification Examinations for Physician Assistants by Claire Babcock O'Connell and Thea Cogan-Drew. This review covers essential infectious, neoplastic, obstructive, and restrictive lung diseases—providing physician assistants with the must-know facts for certification and clinical success. Watch the video above for an in-depth audio-visual review, and subscribe to Last Minute Lecture for more exam-focused summaries and study guides. Infectious Pulmonary Diseases Pneumonia: Infection of lung alveoli or interstitium, most often bacterial (e.g., Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae), but also viral or fungal. Diagnosed by CXR and clinical findings; treated with antibiotics and supportive care. Tuberculosis (T...