Emergencies in GP Flashcards
1
Q
What is the CRB65 score?
A
CURB65 for pneumonia without the urea
2
Q
When might a chest infection cause abdo pain?
A
In the elderly because they present with different symptoms
3
Q
How does the use of a spacer compare to using a nebuliser?
A
With a spacer, you need to inhale the medicine as soon as you puff the inhaler
Using a nebuliser, on the other hand, is easier because you only have to breathe as normal
3
Q
What is the difference in presentation for vaso-vagal disease compared to anaphylaxis?
A
Vaso-vagal: pale
Anaphylaxis: flushed
