1. Attributes of fibrodysplasia ossificans progressiva (FOP), an ultra-rare disease of abnormal bone growth, include all of the following EXCEPT:

2. Which of the following statements about the diagnosis of FOP is TRUE?

3. FOP is an autosomal dominant genetic disorder characterized by a mutation in ACVR1. The mutation causes which of the following?

4. Palovarotene is a drug under investigation for the treatment of FOP. Which of the following statements best describes the proposed mechanism of action of palovarotene in FOP?

5. Garetosmab is a drug under investigation for the treatment of FOP. Which of the following best describes the proposed mechanism of action of garetosmab in FOP?

6. Which of the following styles of therapy can be used to help people with FOP engage in active range of motion, cardiopulmonary, and resistive exercise in a safe, low-impact environment?

7. HMB is a 15-year-old girl who was previously diagnosed with FOP based on clinical manifestations (inflammatory soft tissue swellings, bilateral malformation of the great toe) and confirmed via genetic testing. HMB is due for her yearly influenza vaccination. Which of the following is NOT TRUE regarding her influenza vaccination?

8. Which of the following statements about prescription drug costs is FALSE?

9. When a payer reviews drugs to be covered for rare and ultra-rare diseases, which of the following should be prioritized?

10. In the United States, drugs for rare diseases are often developed with special incentives provided under which of the following acts?

Evaluation Questions

11. How confident are in your treatment choice for HMB in question #7?

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