7. Prescribing Flashcards
1
Q
Treatment of Hyperkalaemia
A
- Insulin + glucose (lowers K level)
- Calcium gluconate/calcium chloride (cardioprotective)
- Salbutamol (lowers K level 2nd line)
- Haemodialysis last line
2
Q
Insulin Prescription for Hyperkalaemia
A
ACTRAPID
10 units
In 100ml 20% dextrose
Over 30 mins
3
Q
GTN prescription
A
GLYCERYL TRINITRATE
2 sprays
4
Q
First line Rate control for AF
A
Beta blocker
or
Verapamil or Diltiazem (Calcium channel blocker)
5
Q
Best anti-epileptic drug for pregnancy
A
Lamotrigine
6
Q
Metformin contraindications [2]
A
- Normal/underweight
- Renal impairment/creatinine >150