Mock Exams - Wrong Answers Flashcards
Most likely organism to have caused a lower respiratory tract infection?
Streptococcus pneumoniae
Most appropriate yellow card report for a black triangle drug?
Limited experience of the use of the product - report via yellow card scheme.
What is first-line treatment of stable angina?
Β Blockers
OR - if not tolerated, a rate-limiting CCB
Which diuretics are for the treatment of breathlessness/oedema symptoms in HF?
LOOP - Furosemide/Bumetanide
Spironolactone/Eplerenone are 2nd Line add on therapies
What are the symptoms of neuroleptic malignant syndrome?
severe illness - involving fever + muscle spasms
What is the interaction between Diltiazem + Sildenafil?
diltiazem increases sildenafil concentrations
What drug is contraindicated in gout?
Thiazide + Thiazide-Like
they reduce excretion of uric acid by the kidneys
What penicillin is a penicillinase-resistant?
Flucloxacillin
How many days does Rivaroxaban need to be taken following hip surgery?
35 days
What type of diuretic is Metazolone?
Thiazide-Like
When switching from Warfarin to a DOAC, what does the INR need to be?
< 2
What ACE inhibitor needs to be taken 30-60 mins before food?
Perindopril
The dose of ramipril needs to be reduced if the eGFR is what?
eGFR 30-60 = then max 5mg OD
Which diuretics can be given twice a day without affecting sleep?
LOOP DIURETICS - as they are SHORT-ACTING
6-8 hours
How long does it take to see if Ramipril is working?
4 weeks
What is the preferred treatment option for pregnant women with a DVT?
LMWH
Counselling point of dipyridamole 200mg capsules?
discard capsules after 6 weeks
What is naftidofuryl oxidate used for?
peripheral vascular disease
- assess after 3-6 months to see if it’s working
What aldosterone antagonist is best to add in for HF following an MI?
eplerenone
What is the MHRA warning associated with hydrochlorothiazide?
risk of melanoma skin cancer
