Management Flashcards

1
Q

management of acute stroke

What type of stroke do you need to rule out before prescribing Aspirin 300mg?

A

Haemorrhagic

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2
Q

management of acute stroke

Which drug is recommended for thrombolysis

A

Alteplaise

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3
Q

management of acute stroke

What is the cut off time for thrombolysis?

A

4 hours

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4
Q

Reduce risk of secondary stroke

Which medication is currently recommended by NICE for secondary prevention of stroke?

A

Clopidogrel

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5
Q

A 66-year-old woman comes to see you following her first TIA (transient ischaemic attack).
Does she need to inform the DVLA if not when can she start driving again?

A

No

1 month

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6
Q

Cluster headache

A

Oxygen

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