3B past papers Flashcards
What is the first investigation for PE?
Chest X-Ray, then Wells’ score
If PE is unlikely, what is the next investigation?
D-Dimer
If PE is likely, what is the next investigation?
CTPA (or V/Q scan)
USS Doppler lower leg within 4 hours if clinically indicated
Which investigation measures intra-ocular pressure?
Tonometry
What is the pathophysiology of pleural effusions?
Increased capillary permeability due to exudate
What is a differential of PCOS and what is the appropriate investigation?
Androgen secreting tumour
CT adrenals
What are the components of the sepsis 6 (BUFALO)?
Blood cultures Urine output Fluids IV Antibiotics IV Lactate Oxygen
What are some risks for non-accidental injury in children?
Domestic abuse
Parent with mental health problems
Delayed emotional attachment e.g. premature baby
Alcohol/drug use
If non accidental injury is suspected what is the investigation of choice?
Skeletal survey (X-Ray whole body)
What is seen on slit lamp examination in anterior uveitis?
Keratic precipitates on cornea
Ciliary flush/cell and flare
Hypopyon
What is an infective cause of anterior uveitis?
VZV
In secondary eczema infection with staph and/or herpes, what must be stopped?
Topical steroid creams
Which immunosuppressants are not used in SLE?
Anti-TNFs
Which drugs can cause low mood as a side effect?
Isoretinoin COCP Lithium Anti-epileptics Doxycycline
What is seen on examination in a patient ascites?
Shifting dullness
Fluid thrill
What investigations are needed in a patient with ascites?
Diagnostic ascitic tap/paracetesis
Abdominal ultrasound
CT abdomen
What investigations are required in suspected Lymphoma patient?
FBC
BM biopsy
PET/CT
What is the treatment of primary generalised seizures?
Sodium valproate
What are the components of a health economic evaluation?
Cost-effectiveness of a treatment in terms of costs and benefits, and in terms of increments - can be measured in natural units, monetary, or QALY
Define QALY.
Quality of life (Y) x Quantity of life (X)
Define DALY.
Years lost to premature mortality x years lost due to disability
What does a QALY take into account?
Age, causality, rareity, severity, and end of life
What is a subarachnoid haemorrhage?
Bleeding between the arachnoid and pia mater
What is the cause of a fixed dilated pupil?
3rd (oculomotor) nerve palsy
Increased ICP from posterior communicating artery aneurysm/SAH
What is the management of SAH?
ABCDE Phone neurosurgery IV fluids, analgesia, pre-op bloods CT and CT angiogram for aneurysm Nimodipine to reduce vasospasm LP after 12h if CT -ve
What is seen on CT in SAH?
Pooling of blood in cisterns, ventricles, and sulci
Name three complications of SAH.
Rebleeding
Hydrocephalus
Cerebral ischaemia
Name four features of brainstem death.
Absent pupillary response Absent corneal reflex Absent gag reflex Absent cough reflex No motor response No respiratory movement when patient is disconnected from a ventilator
What is done in GP as part of screening for microvascular complications of diabetes?
Fundoscopy
eGFR/urine A:C ratio
Neurological and diabetic foot examination
What class of drug is an atypical antipsychotic?
Dopamine antagonist
What talking therapies are available for psychotic patients?
CBT
Family therapy
Interpersonal therapy
What is important to check on breast examination?
Axillary and cervical nodes
Check other breast
What three investigations are required in suspected retinal detachment?
Visual field testing (peripheral loss)
Fundoscopy - detached retinal fold
Slit lamp microscopy - detached retinal fold
Give three causes of retinal detachment.
Recent eye surgery
Eye trauma and vitreous haemorrhage
Diabetic retinopathy
What are the guidelines with eye conditions and driving?
One eye affected - ask if treatment affects driving.
Treatment in both eyes - inform DVLA
Where is transitional cell carcinoma found?
Bladder, renal pelvis, ureter
What are four risk factors for bladder cancer?
Smoking Aromatic amines Aniline dye/rubber Schistosomiasis Cyclophosphamide
Where does cauda equina start?
L1
What are the bowel/urinary symptoms of cauda equina?
Retention first, incontinence later
What are the investigations for lung cancer?
Bronchoscopy and biopsy
CT whole body
PET scan +/- bone scan
What features suggest small cell cancer
Paraneoplastic features
Central tumour
What is the surgical treatment of lung cancer?
Lobectomy
Pneumonectomy
Wedge resection