Sudden visual loss

Question 1

How do you work out the answer in a ophthalmic question?

Answer 1

Look for key words:
Redness: anterior issue
No redness: posterior issue
Headache: giant cell arteritis
Nausea/vomiting: glaucoma

Question 2

What is the presentation of giant cell arteritis:

Answer 2

Sudden (painless) visual loss
Headaches
Jaw claudication
Temple tenderness
Proximal muscle + joint aches
Anorexia
Weight loss