General Information Flashcards

1
Q

How long should you be on bisphosphonates?

A

No evidence for treatment beyond 10 years

Manage on case by case basis

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How often to monitor paediatric T1DM capillary blood glucose in a day?

A

> 5 times a day

More frequent testing may be needed during periods of physical activity and during intercurrent illnesses.

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3
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Urge incontinence - first-line pharmacological treatment

A

Oxybutynin Hydrochloride immediate release

5 mg

Oral

Twice a day

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4
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What drugs can commonly cause delirium?

A

Anticholinergics

Antihistamines

Benzodiazepines

Corticosteroids

Fluoroquinolones

NSAIDs

Opiates

OTC/Alcohol

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5
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What is the amount recommended for adult maintenance fluids?

A

25-30ml/kg per day

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6
Q

What are the options for second-line T2DM management?

A

Metformin plus DDP4 inhibitor or pioglitazone or sulfonylurea

Can add SGLT2 inhbitor if sulfonylurea is contraindicated or not tolerated, as they can cause hypoglycaemia

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