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What is Beta-thalassaemia major caused by? (2 things)
- Absence of Beta chains
- On Chromosome 11
What are the CF of Beta-thalassaemia major? (2 things)
What age does it present at?
- Failure to thrive
- Hepatosplenomegaly
Presents in 1st year of life
What will the bloods of Beta-thalassaemia major say? (3 things)
- Microcytic anaemia
- Raised: HbA2 + HbF
- Absent: HbA
How do you manage Beta-thalassaemia major?
Blood transfusion
What is a complication of repeated transfusions in Beta-thalassaemia major management?
How do you overcome this?
Iron overload
Overcome by: Iron chelation agent = Deferiprone
What is Wilson’s disease?
- Rare inherited disorder
- Copper accumulates in liver + brain
What is the treatment of Wilson’s Disease?
Copper chelator: Trientine
What is Azathioprine?
What conditions is it used to treat? (3 things)
Immunosuppresant
Treats:
- RA
- UC
- Crohn’s
What are the side fx of Azathioprine? (2 things)
- Pancreatitis
- Bone marrow depression
What are the side fx of Amiodarone? (3 things)
- Thyroid dysfunction
- Pulmonary fibrosis
- Hepatic fibrosis
What are the ECG signs of HypERkalaemia? (3 things)
- Small / absent P waves
- Wide QRS complex
- Tall tented T wave
What are the ECG signs of HypOkalaemia? (4 things)
- Prolonged PR interval
- Long QT interval
- ST depression
- Small / inverted T wave
some nigga on passmed comments:
in HYPOkalaemia …
U have not Pot and no T but a long PR and a long QT
What nerve is clarted when pt can’t keep a piece of paper from slipping from between THUMB and INDEX?
What will they do to compensate for this nerve clartation? What is this called?
Ulnar nerve (deep branch)
Extra flexing da thumb: Froment’s sign

What is the Cavernous sinus?
Paired venous sinus in Sphenoid bone
Where does the Cavernous sinus run FROM and TO?
From: Superior Orbital Fissure (SOF)
To: Petrous Temporal Bone
What is Medial and Lateral to the Cavernous sinus? (2+1 things)
Medial:
- Pituitary Fossa
- Sphenoid sinus
Lateral: Temporal lobe

What are the components of the Lateral wall of the Cavernous sinus from top to bottom? (4 things)
- Oculmotor nerve (3)
- Trochlear nerve (4)
- Ophthalmic nerve (V1)
- Maxillary nerve (V2)

What are the contents of the Cavernous Sinus?
- Internal carotid artery
- Abducens nerve (6)

What is the blood supply of the Cavernous Sinus? (2 things)
- Ophthalmic vein
- Superficial cortical veins
Where does the Cavernous Sinus drain into?
Via what? (2 things)
IJV
via: Sup + Inf Petrosal sinuses
What are the 4 stages of sleep in order and their associated EEG waves?
N1, N2, N3, REM
Theta, Sleep spindles, Delta, Beta (The Sleep Doctor’s Brain)
* N = non-RM stage
If you have a spinal injury, what is the loss of pain distribution?
What phenomena explains this?
Loss of pain sensation on OPPOSITE side from anywhere BELOW injury site
Spinothalamic tract DECUSATES in spinal cord 1 level above where stimulus enters, and da tract travels UPWARDS
What is da most common cause of sudden cardiac death in the yutesdem?
Hypertrophic Obstructive CardioMyopathy (HOCM)
What is the inheritence pattern of Hypertrophic Obstructive CardioMyopathy (HOCM)?
What is it’s prevalence?
Autosomal dominant
1 in 500
What is the pathophysiology of Hypertrophic Obstructive CardioMyopathy (HOCM)? (3 steps)
- LV Hypertrophy
- Decreased compliance
- Decreased CO
What are the CF of Hypertrophic Obstructive CardioMyopathy (HOCM)? (5 things)
- Often asymptomatic
- Sudden death (bc ventricular arrythmias)
- Syncope (usually after exercise)
- SOB (worse on exertion)
- Angina
What tract would get clarted in an ANTERIOR spinal cord lesion?
What CF would you get?
Spinothalamic tract clarted
Loss of Pain + Temp + Crude Touch BELOW lesion

What tract would get clarted in an CENTRAL spinal cord lesion? (2 things)
What CF would you get? (2 things)
- Spinothalamic tracts
- Cervical cord
- Loss of Pain + Temp + Crude Touch CONTRALAT BELOW lesion
- Sensory + Motor deficits (more in upper limb tho)

What tract would get clarted in a DORSAL spinal cord lesion?
What CF would you get?
Posterior columns (aka Medial Leminiscal Pathway)
Loss of Fine touch, vibration, proprioception

What tract would get clarted in a TRANSVERSE spinal cord lesion?
What CF would you get?
All tracts clarted
AKA All motor + sensory pathways clarted
Bilateral sensory + motor clartation below lesion
What tract would get clarted in a HEMISECTION spinal cord lesion?
What CF would you get? (3 things)
Whole side clarted on one half
- IPSILAT Paralysis
- IPSILAT Loss of Vibration & Propriecpetion
- CONTRALAT Loss of Pain & Temp (bc decusating spinothalamic)

What vit deficiency can cause a spinal cord lesion?
B12 deficiency
What column is clarted first in vit 12 deficiency?
Dorsal columns
Then lateral columns
What channel does Digoxin inhibit?
Na+/K+ ATPase
What is Digoxin used to treat? (3 things)
- AF
- Atrial Flutter
- HF
How does Digoxin work when it inhibits da channel dat it inhibits? (5 steps)
- Inhibits Na+/K+ ATPase
- Increases IC Na
- Ca Influx in heart
- Increased contractility
- Increased CO
Apart from the Na+/K+ ATPase channel, what else does Digoxin inhibit?
AV Node (has vagomimetic fx on AV Node)
What are the vit K dependant clotting factors?
Which is first to drop in concentration when you have low vit K?
(aka in Coeliac disease –> vit K malabsorption)
2, 7, 9, 10
First to drop: 7
(ronaldo)
What are Type 1, 2, 3, 4 Hypersensitivity reactions?
Anaphylactic
Cell Bound
Immune Complex
Delayed hypersensitivity
(ACID)
What is the mechanism of a Type 1 Hypersensitivity (Anaphylactic) reaction?
What is an example?
Antigen reacts w IgE bound to Mast Cells
EE is top (1st) broadband lol, MASTer is number 1
e.g. Anaphylaxis / Asthma / Eczema / Hayfever
What is the mechanism of a Type 2 Hypersensitivity (Cell bound) reaction?
What is an example?
IgM / IgG binds to antigen on Cell surface
MG coz i am top 2 lol
e.g AI Haemolytic Anaemia / Pernicious Anaemia
What is the mechanism of a Type 3 Hypersensitivity (Immune complex) reaction?
What is an example?
Free antigen + antibody (IgG, IgA) combine
IgA like in GN immune complexes n dat
e.g Post-Strep GN
What is the mechanism of a Type 4 Hypersensitivity (Delayed Hypersensitivity) reaction?
What is an example?
T-cell mediated
T cells are always Delayed bc dey were having Tea
e.g TB
What artery is most likely to be damaged in a Submandibular removal surgery?
Facial Artery

What is Total Lung Capacity a measurement of?
Vital Capacity + Residual volume

What is Vital Capacity?
Max vol that can be expired after Max inspiration

What is the Residual volume?
Vol of air in lungs after Max Expiration

What happens to RBC in Sideroblastic anaemia? (2 steps)
- RBC can’t completely form Haem
- Leads to Iron deposition forming a ring around nucleus (Ring Sideroblast)
What are the causes of Sideroblastic anaemia? (3 things)
- TB meds: Isoniazid
- Lead poisoning
- Myelodysplasia (bone marrow cancer)
What are the Lab results for Sideroblastic anaemia? (3 things)
- Hypochromic Microcytic Anaemia (Pale + Low MCV)
- High Ferritin
- High Transferrin saturation
What happens to RBC in Haemolytic Anemia?
AI destruction
What are the Lab results for Haemolytic anaemia? (3 things)
- Normochromic + Normocytic Anaemia (Normal Colour + MCV)
Haemolysis products:
- High bilirubin
- High LDH
Who commonly has Iron deficiency anaemia?
Young menstruating women
What are the lab results in Iron deficiency anaemia? (3 things)
- Microcytic anaemia (Low MCV)
- Low Ferritin
- Low Transferrin saturation
Why is Megaloblastic anaemia called that?
Bone marrow produces large, immature RBCs (Megaloblasts)
What causes Megaloblastic anemia? (2 things)
- Vitamin B12 deficiency
- Folate deficiency
What are the Lab results in Megaloblastic anaemia? (2 things)
- Macrocytic anamia (High MCV)
- Low B12 / Folate
What is Pernicious anaemia?
AI condition causing low Intrinsic Factor
Where is Intrinsic Factor made?
What is it needed for?
Made in gastric Parietal cells
Needed for vit B12 absorption to help w EPO prod
Since Pernicious anaemia is an AI condition, who is more likely to have it?
Women
Esp if already have other AI condition (e.g T1DM)
What are the Lab findings for Pernicious anaemia? (3 things)
- Low Vit B12
- Raised MMA
- Parietal cell / Intrinsic Factor antibodies
What is a Common Cold caused by?
Rhinovirus
What is a Bronchiolitis caused by?
RSV
What is a Flu caused by?
Influenza
What is a Community-acquired Pneumonia caused by?
Strep pneumonia
What is Croup caused by?
Parainfluenza virus
What Microbiology techniques should you do for the following?
DNA
RNA
Protein
DNA: South blotting
RNA: Northern blotting
Protein: Wester blotting
S-NO-W
D-Ro-P
Which Abx inhibit Cell Wall synthesis? (3 things)
- Cephalosporins
- Glyocpeptides (e.g Vancomycin)
- Penicillins
CGP books stop from making a brain Wall to knowledge lol
Which Abx inhibit Protein synthesis, by acting on the 50S ribosome subunit? (2 things)
- Macrolides
- Clindamycin
50cent j hus came wid da MAC
j hus loves linda
Which Abx inhibit Protein synthesis, by acting on the 30S ribosome subunit? (2 things)
- Aminoglycosides (e.g Gentamicin) (uk dis one)
- Tetracyclines (e.g Doxycycline) (remember greg simons gave it to dat nigga)
Which Abx inhibit DNA synthesis? (2 things)
Quinolones (e.g. Ciprofloxacin)
Quiche n Crypto in my DNA
Which Abx damages DNA?
Metronidazole
Metro train runs over da DNA
Which Abx inhibits Folic acid synthesis? (2 things)
- Sulphonamides
- Trimethoprim
sulphur cah sulfuric ACID, n get an acidic trimothy
Which Abx inhibits RNA synthesis?
Rifampicin
R n R
What does the Musculocutaneous nerve innervate? (3 things)
- Biceps brachii
- Coracobrachialis
- Brachialis

What is Troponin?
Compex of 3 proteins involved in Skeletal + Cardiac muscle contraction
What do the 3 proteins of Troponin bind to?
Troponin C: Calcium ions
Troponin T: Tropomyosin –> Troponin-Tropomyosin complex
Troponin I: ActIn –> Holds Troponin-Tropomyosin complex in place
Which cells in the Duodenum release CCK?
I cells
What does CCK do? (4 things)
- Gallbladder: Contraction
- Pancreas: Stimulates Exocrine Pancreas
- Stomach: Delays gastric emptying (relaxes stomach)
- Satiety: Induces satiety (vagal stimulation)
GPSS
What medication can you give to reduce inflamm in RA?
What is its MOA?
Rituximab
Anti-CD20 Monoclonal Antibody
-mab = Monoclonal AntiBody
Where is Bilirubin turned from Unconjugated to Conjugated?
Liver
What arrythmia is Atrial Flutter a subtype of?
SVT
What is a risk factor for Atrial Flutter?
Valvular HD
How is Atrial Flutter treated?
Like AF:
- Anticoag + Amiodarone
- Beta blocker
- Calcium channel blocker
- Digoxin
- Electrocardioversion
ABCDE
How would a LBBB present in a ECG?
W pattern in V1
M pattern in V6

What would a LBBB lead to?
Delayed contraction of L ventricle
What will you see in Colonoscopy if there is severe mucosal ulceration in UC?
Pseudopolyps

What is the drainage of the Ovarian vessels + Uterine fundus?
What is the significance of this?
Para-aortic lymph nodes
Endometrial cancer in uterine fundus will spread to these lymph nodes
What is the drainage of the Uterus body?
External iliac lymph nodes
What is the drainage of the Cervix? (3 things)
- External + Internal Iliac nodes
- Presacral nodes
What stimulates satiety?
What stimulates hunger?
Leptin
Ghrelin
What is Pramipexole and what is it used for?
Dopamine agonist, used in Parkinsons to reduce L Dopa dose
What is a side fx of Pramipexole?
Addictive behaviours (gambling / hypersexuality)
What is the most important drug to give in Anaphylaxis?
IM Adrenaline
What are the CF of Clostridium difficile? (2 things)
- Abd pain
- Diarrhoea
What causes Clostridium difficile?
Clartation of normal gut flora by Abx
What Abx causes Clostridium difficile?
Cephalosporins (e.g Ceftriaxone)
Other than abx, what can also cause Clostridium difficile?
PPI
What Abx is FIRST line for Clostridium difficile?
Vancomycin
What is Niacin (aka Nicotinic acid) used for?
Hyperlipidaemia (aka high cholesterol) patients
How does Niacin (aka Nicotinic acid) work? (3 things)
- Lowers cholesterol levels
- Lowers triglyceride levels
- Raised HDL levels
What are the side fx of Niacin (aka Nictonic acid)?
- Flushing (bc prostaglandins)
- Impaired glucose tolerance (insulin resistance)
- Myositis (painful muscles)
When are Lymphocytes raised? (2 things)
- Chronic inflamm
- Acute viral inf
When are Eosinophils raised? (2 things)
- Allergy
- Parasitic infection
What is the most common cause of Cellulilitis (aka Soft tissue infection) in IV drug users?
Staph aureus
What is the most common cause of Cellulilitis (aka Soft tissue infection) in NON IV drug users?
Streptococcus pyogenes
What are the features of Staph aureus?
- Gram POSITIVE
- Catalase POSITIVE
- Oxidase NEGATIVE
- Beta haemolytic
- Bacilli
What are the CF of Cellulitis? (3 things)
- Erythema + pain + swelling
- Commonly on shins
- Fever
What is the treatment for Mild / moderate Cellulitis?
Flucloxacillin (type of penicillin)
What is the treatment for Mild / moderate Cellulitis if the pt has a penicillin allergy? (2 things)
- Clarithromycin
- Doxycline
What is the treatment for Mild / moderate Cellulitis if the pt has a penicillin allergy and is pregnant?
Erythromycin
What is the treatment for Severe Cellulitis?
Co-amoxiclav
What are the causes of Hypercalcaemia?
CHIMPANZEES
C alcium supplementation
H yperparathyroidism
I atrogentic (Drugs: Thiazides)
M ilk Alkali syndrome
P aget disease of the bone
A cromegaly + Addison’s Disease
N eoplasia
Z olinger-Ellison Syndrome (MEN Type I)
E xcessive Vitamin D
E xcessive Vitamin A
S arcoidosis
How would a Posterior Cerebral Stroke present in the eyes?
Contralateral homonymous hemianopia w Macular sparing
(8 on pic)

What is Lidocaine?
What is it used for? (3 things)
Local anesthetic (main function) + Antiarrhythmic drug
- Haematoma block (to allow painless # reduction)
- Ventricular arrhythmias
- Premature ejac
What are the side fx of Lidocaine? (4 things)
- Change in mental status
- Low seizure threshold
- HTN
- Constipation
What is the fractions of blood supply to the liver?
Hepatic Portal Vein: 2/3
Hepatic artery: 1/3
What is the Hepatic Portal Vein supplied by? (3 things)
- Sup + Inf Mesenteric veins
- Splenic Vein
What is the function of Gluteus Medius n Minimus?
ABducts
3abs cah der not da Max lol
What is the function of Gluteus Maximus?
External rotation
Extension
mAximum EXtension EXternal XXX
What causes Macrocytic Anaemia?
Macro aka FAT rbc’s so its:
F - Folate (b9) n b12 deficiency
A - Alcohol
T - hypoThyroidism
How does Phenytoin (anti-epileptic) cause Macrocytic anaemia?
Phenytoin = AntiFolate (aka b9)
Macrocytic anaemia (FAT rbc’s)
What does Epstein-Barr Virus cause?
Glandular fever (sore throat + fever)
What does Human papillomavirus (HPV) cause?
Gynaecological malignancy
What is Ramsey Hunt syndrome?
Reactivation of Varcella Zoster virus @ geniculate ganglion of CN 7

What are the CF of Ramsey Hunt syndrome? (4 things)
- Ear pain (1st feature)
- Facial nerve palsy
- Ear rash
- Vertigo + Tinnitus

How do you manage Ramsey Hunt syndrome? (2 things)
- Aciclovir
- Corticosteroids
What are the post-MI complications? (11 things)
- Cardiac arrest
- Cardiogenic shock
- Chronic HF
- Tachyarrhythmias
- Bradyarrhythmias
- Pericarditis
- Dresslers Syndrome
- LV aneursym
- LV free wall rupture
- Ventricular septal defect
- Acute Mitral regurg
Carl Couldn’t Connect The Bt Password,
David Loves Lying Verbally Always
What’s the most common cause of death Post-MI?
Cardiac arrest, pt develops VF
How does MI cause Cardiogenic shock? (4 steps)
- Infarcation
- Damages Ventricular Myocardium
- Reduced EF
- Cardiogenic shock
What’s the treatment for Cardiogenic shock? (2 things)
- Inotropic support
- Intra-aortic balloon pump
How does MI cause Chronic HF? (3 steps)
- Infarction
- Damages Ventricular Mycoardium
- Chronic HF
What is the treatment for Chronic HF? (3 things)
- ACEi
- Beta blockers
- Spironolactone (reduce fluid overload)
ABS for HF
What Tachyarrhythmias can you develop post-MI? (2 things)
- VF
- VT
What is the most common Bradyarrhythmias post-MI?
Which MI in particular?
Atrioventricular block
Common after INFERIOR MI
(makes sense bc bottom of heart, atrioventricular kinda bottom or middle wtever)
What’s the time frame for Pericarditis occuring post-MI?
48 hours after a Transmural MI (in 10% of pt)
When is the pain in Pericarditis worse?
@ lying flat
What can you hear in Pericarditis?
Pericardial rub
(scratching / rubbing sound like leather on leather sound)
What will you see on an Echo of Perciarditis?
Perciardial effusion
What is Dresslers Syndrome? (2 things)
- Type of pericarditis
- Post-MI complication
What is the time frame for Dresslers syndrome to happen post-MI?
2-6 weeks after
(compared to Pericarditis which is 48 hours)
What is the pathophysiology of Dresslers syndrome?
AI reaction vs antigenic proteins forming as Myocardium recovers after an MI
What are the CF of Dresslers Syndrome? (4 things)
- Fever
- Pleuritic chest pain
- Pericardial Effusion
- Raised ESR
What is the treatment for Dresslers Syndrome?
NSAIDs
How does an MI cause LV aneursym? (3 steps)
- Ischaemic damage
- Weakened myocardium
- Aneursym
How do you see a LV aneursym on a ECG?
Persistent ST elevation (2+ weeks after MI)
Mainly seen in precordial leads (V leads)

What does LV aneursym increase the risk of and how?
How do you prevent this?
Stroke bc thrombus can form in aneursym
Prevent by taking anticoag.
What is the time frame for a LV free wall rupture happening post-MI?
1-2 weeks post-MI
How does a LV free wall rupture present?
Acute HF secondary to Cardiac Tamponade
What are the CF of cardiac tamponade? (3 things)
- Raised JVP
- Pulsus paradoxus (drop in systolic BP by 10+ @ inspiration)
- Diminished heart sounds
What is the treatment for LV free wall rupture? (2 things)
- Pericardiocentesis (drain fluid in pericardium)
- Thoracotomy (access to thoracic organs)
What is the time frame for a Ventricular Septal Defect to happen post-MI?
1st week after MI
What are the CF of a Ventricular Septal Defect? (2 things)
- Acute HF
- Pansystolic murmur
What investigation should you do for Ventricular Septal Defect and why?
Echo, to exclude Mitral regurg
What is the treatment for Ventricular Septal Defect?
Surgical correction
What MI is Acute Mitral regurg most common to occur after?
Infero-post MI
How can a MI cause an acute Mitral Regurg?
Ischaemia / papilllary muscle rupture
What are the CF of acute Mitral regurg? (2 things)
- Pulm oedema
- Early-mid systolic murmur
Remember widad said ASMR is systolic murmurs
What is the treatment for Acute Mitral Regurg? (2 things)
- Vasodilator therapy
- Surgical repair
What are the CF of Cystic Fibrosis? (4 things)
- Newborn: Meconium ileus (bowel obst)
- Recurrent chest infections
- Failure to thrive (bc malabs)
- Steatorrhoea (bc malabs)
What are the complications of Cystic Fibrosis? (4 things)
- DM
- Short stature
- Delayed puberty
- Infertility (total in male, subfertility in female)
How do you calculate CO?
CO = stroke volume x HR
Stroke volume = end diastolic volume - end systolic volume
What is the MOA of Heparin?
Activates antithrombin 3
What is the MOA of Dabigatran?
Direct Thrombin inhibitor
dabigaTran
What is the MOA of Rivaroxaban?
Direct factor X inhibitor
rivaroXaban
What CN mediate the cough reflex?
9 + 10
What CN are afferent and efferent in gag reflex?
Afferent: 9
Efferent: 10
In the Circle of Willis, what anatomical locaiton do the Vertebral arteries unite at to form the Basilar arteries?
Base of pons
(pontine arteries from basilar artery is literally da pons area lol)

What valve disease is a S4 sound associated with?
Aortic stenosis
We said both AS and MR are systolic murmurs, but how do you differentiate between them?
AS = EJECTION systolic murmur
MR = Pan-systolic murmur
How does a PE present on a ECG? (2 things)
- Sinus tachycardia
- T wave inversion in ant leads
What is the preventative measure for PE if everything else fails?
Inf Vena Cava filter
(IVC is retroperitoneal btw)
What is Pernicious anaemia pathophys?
- AI clartation of Intrinsic factor + Parietal cells
- Intrinsic factor needed for B12 from intestines
Pernicious cells n Parietal
What can a kidney infection UTI (aka pyelonephritis) lead to an infection in as well?
Psoas muscle
What is Gilberts Syndrome? (2 things)
- Autosomal recessive conditin
- Defective bilirubin conjugation
What are the CF of Gilberts Syndrome?
- Unconjugated hyperbilirubinaemia
- Jaundice (in times of stress)
What investigations can you do for Gilberts Syndrome?
Rise in bilirubin @: prolonged fasting / IV nicotinic acid
What is the treatment for Gilberts Syndrome?
No treatment required
Widad said its a dumb disease, its so mild
What artery supplies the prostate gland?
Inferior vesical artery
(branch of internal iliac artery)
What is the Epiploic foramen, and what are its borders?
Passage between Greater + Lesser Sac
Borders:
- Ant: R: Common bile duct / Behind: Portal vein / L: Hepatic artery
- Post: IVC
- Superior: Liver (caudate process)
- Inf: Duodenum

What is the clinical (surgical) significance of the Epiploic foramen?
Pringles manoeuvre: clamping Anterior aspect of epiploic foramen
Therefore occluding:
- Common bile duct
- Portal vein
- Hepatic artery
Done in Liver surgery bleeding
What level of Bilirubin do you need to start experiencing Jaundice?
35+
What is the sentinel (aka first) lymph node of the gall bladder?
Lund’s node (aka cystic lymph node)
cah remember choloCYSTitis n dat lol
What lymph nodes drain the large intestine?
Mesenteric lymph nodes
What are the lymphoid follicles around the ileum?
Peyers patches
What is Sarcoidosis?
Growth of inflamm cells (granulomas) anywer in body but mainly:
- Lungs
- Lymph nodes (bilateral hilar enlargement)
- Eyes (red eye)
- Skin (erythema nodosum = painful shin nodules)

Who gets Sarcoidosis more?
woman niggas
What things would be elevated in bloods in Sarcoidosis?
- ACE levels
- Calcium
What is the treatment for Sarcoidosis?
Steroids (prednisolone)
Where in the brain is the respiratory centre located?
Brainstem
What are the contents of the Superior Mediastinum? (11 things)
- Longus choli muscles
- Esophagus
- Trachea
- Vagus nerve
- Phrenic nerve
- Left recurrent laryngeal nerve
- SVC = Right + Left Brachiocephalic Veins, L = Thoracic Duct
- Arch of Aorta = Left Subclavian Artery + Left Common Carotid Artery + Brachiocephalic Trunk
- Thymus
- Sternohyoid muscle
- Sternothyroid muscle
LET VPL …

What are the contents of the Posterior Mediastinum? (8 things)
- Thoracic duct
- Esophagus
- Descending Aorta
- Splanchnic nerves
- Azygous vein
- Hemiazygous vein
- Accessory hemiazygous veini
- Vagus nerve
TED SAHAV

What are the contents of the Middle Mediastinum? (6 things)
- Heart
- Aortic Root
- Main bronchi
- Pericardium
- Arch of azygous vein
HAMPA

What are the contents of the Anterior Mediastinum? (3 things)
- Thymic remnants
- Lymph nodes
- Fat
TLF

What are all the instrinsic muscles of larynx innervated by?
What is the exception?
Recurrent laryngeal nerve
CricoThyroid - innervated by Superior External Laryngeal Nerve
remember dis from ur pharyngeal arches table innit
At what level does the Inf Vena Cava cross the diaphragm?
T8
(8 letters in Vena Cava)
At what level does the Oesophagus cross the diaphragm?
T10
10 letters in Oesophagus
At what level does the Vagus Nerve cross the diaphragm?
T10
Vagus nerve is CN 10
At what level does the Thoracic Duct + Abdominal Aorta cross the diaphragm?
T12
12 letters in Thoracid Duct
n Abdominal Aorta is only one left over wid it
What Paraneoplastic syndrome is most associated with Squamous cell carcinoma?
PTH related protein
da calcium one innit
What is Ankylosing spondylitis?
A Spondyloarthropathy
aka arthritis that also affects spine
What antigen is associated with Ankylosing spondylitis?
HLA-B27
Who is your common Ankylosing spondylitis pt?
Males aged 20-30 yrs old
aka footballers
What are the CF of Ankylosing spondylitis? (3 + 4)
Spinal:
- Back stiffness (worse in morning, better @ excercise)
- Reduced forward flexion
- Reduced chest expansion (bc fused spine) (late)
Extra atricular: 4 A’s
- Anterior uveitis
- Aortic regurg
- Apical fibrosis
- Achilles tendonitis
Why is Ankylosing spondylitis also called Bamboo spine?
Cah Ankylosing means fusing, n da spine fuses together into one long bamboo stick

What are the management options for Ankylosing spondylitis? (3 things)
- NSAIDs (pain)
- Steroids (inflamm)
- Anti-TNF meds (immunosuppresant cah isa AI condition)
Where in the kidney does most water absorption happen?
PCT (70%)
What are the side fx (aka contraindications) of Thiazide diuretics? (6 things)
- Hyponatraemia + Hypokalaemia + Hypercalcaemia
- Impaired glucose tolerance (–> DM)
- Dehydration
- Postural hypotension
- Impotence
- Gout
HID PIG
What are the nerve roots of the Musculocutaneous nerve?
C: 5,6,7
What are the nerve roots of the Axillary nerve?
C: 5,6
What are the nerve roots of the Radial nerve?
C: 5,6,7,8
What are the nerve roots of the Median nerve?
C: 6, 8 + T1
What are the nerve roots of the Ulnar nerve?
C8, T1
What is the tumour marker for Ovarian cancer?
CA125
What medication is given to reduce the size of the Prostate in prostate cancer?
What is its MOA?
Finasteride
MOA: 5-alpha reductase inhibitor: Converts testosterone into DHT –> reduces prostate size
What pneumonia organism should be suspected when multiple people contract pneumonia in an air conditioned space?
Legionella pneumophila
What is commonly seen in Legionella pneumophilia? (2 things)
- Hyponatraemia
- Lymphopenia (low lymphocytes)
What pneumonia organism should be suspected in acoholics?
Klebsiella pneumoniae
What pneumonia organism should be suspected in patients w COPD?
H influenzae
What pneumonia organism should be suspected in patients after an influenza infection?
Staph aureus
What pneumonia organism should be suspected in patients with a DRY cough and atypical chest signs / CXR?
Mycoplasma pneumoniae
What is sometimes seen with Mycoplasma pneumoniae? (2 things)
- AI haemolytic anaemia
- Erythema (skin redness)
What pneumonia organism should be suspected in patients with a DRY cough and atypical chest signs and CXR?
What pneumonia organism should be suspected in patients with HIV?
Pneumocystis jiroveci
What is sometimes seen with Pneumocystis jiroveci pneumonia? (3 things)
- Dry cough
- Exercise induced desaturations
- X chest signs
What are some complications of Diverticulitis? (2 things)
- Perforation + Faecal peritonitis (Hinchey 4)
- Colovesical Fistula
How would a patient with a Colovesical fistula as a result of Diverticulitis present? (2 things)
- Urinary sepsis
- Pneumaturia (bubbles in urine)
What is the CF of Vit A deficiency? (seen in Coeliac disease)
Night blindness
vit A is also called Retinol, n is converted into Retinal, aka eye involvement lol
What is the medication for Anaphylaxis?
What is its MOA?
Adrenaline
Causes vasoconstriction (by acting on Alpha-adrenergic receptors)
Bc Anaphylactic shock causes: Vasodilation + Increased vasc perm
What are the 2 most common Valve dysfunctions 2ndary to HF?
MR + TR
How would a leg present in an ANT vs POST hip dislocation?
ANT: Ext rot
POST: Int rot
What are the borders of the Femoral Triangle?
- Sartorius
- Adductor longus
- Inguinal ligament

What anticoag medication is a Direct factor Xa inhibitor?
Rivaroxaban
What anticoag medication directly inhibits Thrombin?
Dabigatran
What are the Afferent n Efferent nerves for the Lacrimation reflex?
Aff: Ophthalmic nerve (V1)
Eff: CN 7
What are the Afferent n Efferent nerves for the Corneal reflex?
Aff: Nasociliary branch of Opthalmic N (CN V1)
Eff: CN 7
What are the Afferent n Efferent nerves for the Gag reflex?
Aff: CN 9
Eff: CN 10
What are the Afferent n Efferent nerves for the Carotid sinus reflex?
Aff: CN 9
Eff: CN 10
(same as gag reflex)
What is the most abundant antibody in blood?
IgG
hes a G
What does NICE guidelines say about ppl on Warfarin with INR 5-8 but NO bleeding? (2 things)
- Withhold 1 or 2 Warfarin doses
- Reduce Maintenance Dose
What does NICE guidelines say about ppl on Warfarin with INR 5-8 with Minor bleeding? (2 things)
- Stop Warfarin + IV Vit K
- Restart Warfarin @ INR 5
What does NICE guidelines say about ppl on Warfarin with INR 8+ with NO bleeding? (3 things)
- Stop Warfarin
- Oral Vit K
- Restart Warfarin @ INR 5
What does NICE guidelines say about ppl on Warfarin with INR 8+ with Minor bleeding? (3 things)
- Stop Warfarin
- IV Vit K
- Restart Warfarin @ INR 5
What does NICE guidelines say about ppl on Warfarin with MAJOR bleeding, regardless of INR? (4 things)
- Stop Warfarin
- IV Vit K
- IV Prothrombin Complex Concentrate / FFP
- Restart Warfarin @ INR 5
Can Warfarin be used in breast feeding?
Yes
What are the causes of Hyperkalaemia? (7 things)
- Meds (SAN: Spironolactone / ACEi / NSAIDs)
- Acidosis (Met + Resp)
- Cellular destruction (Burns)
- Hypoaldosteronism (Addisons) / Haemolysis
- Intake (Excessive)
- Nephrons aka AKI
- Excretion impaired
MACHINE
Name 3 Enzyme inducers?
- Rifampicin
- Phenytoin (anti epileptic)
- Carbamazepine (anti epileptic)
Name 3 Enzyme inhibitors? (6 things)
- Isoniazid
- Omeprazole
- Abx: Ciprofloxacin / Erythromycin
- Amiodarone (anti-arrhytmhic chemical cardioversion)
- SSRIs (fluoxetine / Sertraline) (dey depress da enzyme lol)
- Sodium valproate (anti-epileptic)
IOAASS
What are the cardiac complications of Hyperthyroidism? (2 things)
- High Output Cardiac Failure
- AF
What are RED flags in back pain?
- Thoracic back pain (T1 - T12 levels)
- Keeps up at night
Most likely MSCC (Metastatic Spinal Cord Compression)
What NSAID is CI in CVS disease?
Diclofenac
What are the differentials for someone w Erythema nodosum? (3 things)
- Crohn’s
- TB
- Sarcoidosis
What is a neuro complication of DM?
What are its CF?
Autonomic neuropathy
Triad:
- Postural hypotension
- Loss of resp arrhytmias (aka breathing doesnt control HR)
- Erectile dysfunction
In cardiac arrest, what is a “non shockable” rhythm?
Pulseless-electrical activity (PEA)
aka ECG shows stuff but u cant feel pulse or hear breath sounds
What should you do in a “non-shockable” cardiac arrest?
Chest compressions 30:2 rescue breaths
Then adrenaline
What is the criteria for Severe asthma attack? (4 things)
- PEFR 33-50%
- Cant complete sentences
- RR 25+
- HR 110+
What is the criteria for a Life threatening asthma attack? (8 things)
- 33: PEFR below 33%
- 92: Sats below 92
- Cyanosis
- Hypotension
- Exhaustion / confusion
- Silent chest
- Tachycardia
- NORMAL PCO2
maryam said 33-92-CHEST
Why is normal PCO2 a sign of life threatening asthma attack?
Bc High RR in asthma attack should lower pCO2 but its not working
If pCO2 is high… near-fatal asthma attack
What are the NICE guidelines for COPD management?

Who should be given a rescue pack in COPD?
What is in this rescue pack?
Frequent exacerbations
Prednisolone + Abx (amoxicillin)
When should a COPD pt with a rescue pack take the Abx in their rescue pack?
If they coughing up purulent sputum
What organism causes Acute epididymo-orchitis?
Chlamydia trachomatis
Bronchial + Hypopharyngeal Secretions is common in last few days of life.
What palliative treatment can you give to treat this?
Hyoscine hydrobromide (antimuscarinic)
What are Alpha blockers mainly used for? (2 things)
- HTN
- BPH
What are the side fx of Alpha blockers? (4 things)
- Postural hypotension
- Drowsiness
- SOB
- Cough
What are the ECG findings for a PE? (4 things)
- Sinus tachycardia
- RBBB
- Right axis deviation
- S1Q3T3 (aka large S in lead 1, large Q in lead 3, inverted T wave in lead 3) (only in 20%)
What should you give to a Crohns pt w a Perianal fistula?
Oral metronidazole (abx)
to stop it from getting infected
What is the 1st line for Abx for tonsilittis nigga?
Phenoxymethylpenicillin for 10 days
If a stroke pt is already on warfarin, wts your next step?
Urgent CT head scan
Bc Stroke can be either: Haemorrhagic or Thrombotic, so you need to see which one it is b4 giving Aspirin 300mg, cah der already on blood thinners
What is the treatment for Restless Leg Syndrome?
(uncontrollable urge to move legs esp at night)
Ropinirole (dopamine agonist)
R n R
Why is Digoxin dangerous in AKI?
Can build up bc not cleared by kidney so is toxic in large amounts
What is a marker of POOR prognosis in RA?
Anti-CCP antibodies
What HTN meds should be stopped in AKI?
ACEi
Bc dey worsen renal function
What meds are CI in AKI? (3 things)
- Diuretics
- ACEi
- NSAIDs
DAN
What is the 1st line SSRI for children and adoloscents?
Fluoxetine
FluoxeTEENS lol
What is the 1st line investigation for Angina (stable chest pain of sus CAD aetiology)?
Contrast-enhanced CT coronary angiogram
Before doing a PCI in a STEMI pt, what should you give a pt?
How does this change if they are already on an anticoag?
Aspirin + Prasugrel
(dual antiplatelet therapy)
If already on anticaog: Aspirin + Clopidogrel
What is a shoulder complication in 20% of Diabetics?
Frozen shoulder aka Adhesive Capsulitis
What movement is clarted in Frozen shoulder aka Adhesive Capsulitis?
How long does this episode last?
Ext rot clarted
Lasts 6 months - 2 yrs
What is the Tx for Frozen shoulder aka Adhesive Capsulitis? (3 things)
- NSAIDs
- Physio
- Oral / intra-articular corticosteroids
What are the side fx of Phenytoin? (3 things)
- Gingival hyperplasia (fat gums)
- Hirsutism
- Coarsening of facial features

What meds cause gingival hyperplasia (fat gums)? (3 things)
- Phenytoin
- Ca channel blockers (esp nifedipine)
- Ciclosporin (immunosupressant)

What are the CF of Digoxin toxicity? (5 things)
- Confusion
- Yellow green vision
- N+V
- Gynaecomastia
- Arrhythmias (AV Block / Bradycardia)
What can cause Digoxin toxicity? (2 things)
- Thiazides aka (Bendroflumethiazide) (interact w digoxin directly)
- Hypokalaemia (so any diuretics)
What are the complications of Blood transfusions? (9 things)
- Acute Haemolytic
- Non-Haemolytic febrile
- Allergic / Anaphylaxis
- Infective
- Transfusion-related acute lung injury (TRALI)
- Transfusion-associated circulatory overload (TACO)
- Hyperkalaemia
- Iron overload
- Clotting
ANA ITT-HIC
When do you get a Acute Haemolytic Reaction in blood transfusion?
Incomplatible blood (human error)
What are the CF of an Acute Haemolytic Reaction in blood transfusion? (3 things)
- Fever
- Hypotension
- Abdominal pain
What is the management for an Acute Haemolytic Reaction in blood transfusion? (2 things)
- Coombs test (confirms haemolytic anaemia Dx)
- Fluid resus
Widad said coombs test is wen u think u given da wrong blood type
When do you get a Non-haemolytic febrile reaction in blood transfusion?
Antibodies reacting w WBC + Cytokines in blood product @ storage
What are the CF of a Non-haemolytic febrile reaction in blood transfusion?
Fever + chills
What is the management of a Non-haemolytic febrile reaction in blood transfusion?
Paracetamol
When do you get a Anaphylaxis reaction in blood transfusion?
IgA deficiency
What are the CF of an Anaphylaxis reaction in blood transfusion? (4 things)
- SOB
- Wheezing
- Hypotension
- Angioedema
What is the management of an Anaphylaxis reaction in blood transfusion?
Adrenaline
When do you get a Transfusion-related acute lung injury (TRALI) in blood transfusion? (3 steps)
- Host Neuts activated by donated blood
- Increases vasc permeability
- Pulm Oedema
What are the CF of a Transfusion-related acute lung injury (TRALI) in blood transfusion? (4 things)
- Fever
- Pulm infiltrates @ CXR
- Hypotension
- Hypoxia (low sats)
What is the management of a Transfusion-related acute lung injury (TRALI) in blood transfusion?
Oxygen
When do you get a Transfusion-associated circulatory overload (TACO) in blood transfusion? (2 things)
- Transfusion too fast
- Pre-existing HF
What are the CF of Transfusion-associated circulatory overload (TACO) in blood transfusion? (2 things)
- Pulm oedema
- HypERtension
What are the management for Transfusion-associated circulatory overload (TACO) in blood transfusion?
Loop diuretics (furosemide)
What happens to the pH in a paracetemol overdose?
Why is this important?
Low PH (acidosis)
Acidosis means poor prognosis
If RIF pain is worse after eating, what should you suspect?
Why?
Meckels diverticulum
Ectopic gastric mucosa secrete acid –> bleeding + ulceration
If RIF pain + fever + WL + diarrhoea, what should you suspect?
Crohn’s
What is the 1st line med for HTN pt who are diabetics, REGARDLESS of age?
ACEi / ARBs
What is the Toxicity Bear for Toxic meds? (7 meds)
- Aspargine = Neurotoxic
- Cisplastin = ototoxic + nephrotoxic
- Vincristine / Vinblastin = Peripheral neuropathy (christ my nerves) + Myelosuppression (blast my bones)
- Bleomycin = Lung fibrosis
- Doxorubicin = Cardiotoxic
- Ψ Cyclophosphamide = Nephrotoxic + Bladder toxic + SIADH
- Methotrexate = Nephrotoxic + Myelosuppression

Why can you have Plethoric red facies (red face) in COPD? (3 steps)
Polycythaemia (COPD complication)
- COPD
- Chronic Type 2 Resp failure
- Polycthaemia (high RBC aka raised Hb in bloods) (to compensate for long term hypoxaemia)

What are the findings of Type 1 Resp failure?
- PaO2: LOW
- PaCO2: Normal / low
- Bicarbonate: Normal
Type 1 aka Hypoxaemia resp failure
What are the findings of Type 2 Resp failure?
- PaO2: Low
- PaCO2: HIGH
- Bicarbonate: Normal / Rising (defo raised in chronic Type 2)
Type 2 aka Hypercapnic resp failure
What are the pathopneumonic features of Pagets disease of the nipple?
Starts as a erythematous rash in nipple
THEN spreads to areolar tissue in late disease
How do you differentiate between Pagets disease and eczema in the breast?
Pagets: starts in nipple –> spreads to areola later
Eczema: starts in areola –> spreads to nipple
Whats the difference between a Lipoma and Fibroadenoma of breast?
Lipoma - FIXED, non-painful, highly mobile, smooth, discrete
Fibroadenoma - MOBILE, non-painful, mobile, smooth, discrete
Whats the difference between Fibroadenoma and Fibroadenosis of the breast? (4 things)
Fibroadenoma
- Under 30yrs
- Discrete
- Painless
- Mobile
Fibroadenosis
- Middle-aged
- “Lumpy” breasts
- Painful (sometimes)
- Symptoms worse in pre-menstrual period
What should be arranged for pt with sus ruptured AAA?
Crossmatch 6 units blood
If angina is not controlled with a Beta blocker, what should be added?
Nifedipine (calcium channel blocker)
What are the 2 causes of pan-systolic murmurs?
How do you differentiate between them? (4 things)
MR
TR
TR
- Louder on inspiration
- Heard better @ L lower sternal border
MR
- Heard better @ apex
What are the types of Aortic dissection?
Type A - Ascending aorta (2/3 of cases)
Type B - Descending aorta (distal to left Subclavian origin)
How are the different types of Aortic dissection managed?
Type A: Surgery + Control BP (IV labetalol)
Type B: Only Control BP (IV labetalol)
What are the CF of Pericarditis? (6 things)
- Non prod cough
- SOB
- Pleuritic chest pain (worse @ leaning back)
- Pericardial rub
- Tachycardia
- Tachypnoea
What investigations should you do for sus acute pericarditis?
ALL patients with sus acute pericarditis should have:
Transthoracic ECHOcardiography (TTE)
What are the ECG findings in pericarditis? (3 things)
- PR depression (most specific ECG marker for pericarditis)
- “Saddle shaped” ST elevation
- GLOBAL / WIDESPREAD changes, not in specific territories of ECG

What should you know about a Pregnant woman with High cholesterol?
Statins are contraindicated in pregnancy
What BP meds affect glucose and insulin?
Thiazides: will cause hyperglycaemia
Esp after meals
What are the treatments for Orthostatic hypotension? (2 things)
- Fludrocortisone (increases Na reabs)
- Midodrine
What’s the most common cause of Congenital Heart Disease?
Ventricular septal defects (VSD)
Apart from Congenital, what can cause Ventricular septal defects (VSD)?
Post MI
What does VSD cause after a few weeks?
R HF
What are the complications of VSD? (4 things)
- R HF
- Aortic regurg
- Asymptomatic + Pansystolic murmur @ L lower sternal edge
- Louder P2
If a HTN who is on ACEi has a drop in eGFR, what should you do?
If it drops more than 20% –> half ACEi dose
What is the rescue pack for asthma n COPD have? (2 things)
- Prednisolone
- Abx
What are the side fx of Beta blockers? (2 things)
- Cold feet + hands
- Insomnia / Nightmares
What are the side fx of Calcium channel blockers? (2 things)
- Ankle oedema
- Headaches
What is the abx for Staph aureus?
Flucloxacillin
What is the abx for Strep pneumoniae?
Penicillin
What happens if you give Na too fast in SIADH?
What is the prognosis?
Central Pontine Myelinolysis (CPM)
50% death
What is Clomifene?
Treatment for PCOS induced infertility
What are the side fx of Clomifene? (3 things)
- Flushing
- Vaginal bleeding
- Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS) –> resp distress (SOB, pleural effusion)
What should you give HF pt w Hypotension? (1st n 2nd line)
- FIRST LINE: Dobutamine (inotrope)
- SECOND LINE: Adrenaline
What should you give HF pt w Resp Failure?
CPAP
We said ABS for HF, but what is the most important medication for ACUTE HF?
Furosemide (loop diuretic)
What are the medication causes of QT prolongation? (3 things)
- Amiodarone
- SSRI
- Haloperidol
What are the electrolyte causes of QT prolongation? (3 things)
- Hypokalaemia
- Hypocalcaemia
- Hypomagnesaemia
What are the ECG findings of Ant, Post, and Inf MI?
Ant: ST elevation @ V1-4
Inf: ST elevation @ II, III, aVF
Post: tall R waves in V1-2
If JVP rises on inspiration, what sign is this, and what is the condition
Kussmauls sign
Constrictive pericarditis
What type of stoma is done in an emergency setting of Colonic tumour w risk of perforation?
End colostomy
What are the cancers of the colon vs anus?
Colon: Adenocarcinoma
Anus: Squamous cell carcinoma
What can constipation cause in the rectum?
Haemorrhoids (painless)
What do you see in the toilet with haemorrhoids?
Blood in the toilet pan
What should you sus when dey have a midline Sentinal skin tag @ external inspection of der bum?
Fissure in ano
Are Fissure in ano painful?
Yes
What stomas are flush to the skin, and which are Spouted, and why?
Colostomy: flush to skin
Ileostomy: Spouted (aka away from skin bc small bowel contents are acidic n will clart da skin)
When are haemorrhoids painful?
If they are thrombosed
What is the grading system for internal haemorrhoids?
Grade 1: DO NOT prolapse out of anal canal
Grade 2: Prolapse @ pooing but reduce by demselves
Grade 3: Can be manually reduced
Grade 4: CAN NOT be reduced
What is mesenterich ischeamia?
Heart attack of da colon
What should you give in chronic anal fissures? (3 things)
- Laxatives
- Local anaesthetic
- Topical GTN (aaah thats the stuff)
What are the options for ACUTE Anal fissure? (4 things)
- Soften stool (aka high fibre + fluid diet) (laxatives)
- Lubricants (before pooing)
- Topical anaesthetics
- Analgesia
What are the management options for Chronic anal fissures? (3 things)
- Continue ACUTE management options
- Topic GTN
- Sphincterectomy (if GTN not working)
What is the treatment for Torsade de pointes?
IV magnesium sulfate
How do you get Cardiac tamponade?
Fluid in pericardium
(like getting stabbed)
What are the CF of cardiac tamponade? (3 things)
Becks triad:
- Raised JVP
- Hypotension
- Muffled heart sounds @ ausc
What are the 1st line Abx of choice for an infective exacerbation of COPD? (3 things)
- Amoxicillin
- Clarithromycin
- Doxycycline
1 of dem not all 3 lol
What Abx is given for prohylaxis of a COPD pt with freqeuent infective exacerbations?
Azithromycin
What can reduce the risk of sudden death in HOCM?
Implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD)
What abx can cause Torsade de pointes?
Azithromycin / Clarithromycin (Macrolide)
What is the treatment for pulmonary oedema?
IV furosemide
What are the ECG findings of Digoxin toxicity? (3 things)
- Short QT interval
- ST depression (downsloping)
- T wave inversion

What are the CF of Digoxin toxicity? (2 things)
- Anorexia
- Confusion
What is S1 caused by?
T + M closure
(tricuspid + mitral)
What is S2 caused by?
A + P closure
(aortic + pulmonary)
When is S1 soft? (2 things)
- Long PR
- MR
When is S1 loud?
MS
When is S2 loud?
Pulmonary HTN (bc loud P2)
When is S2 soft?
AS
What is S3 caused by?
Diastolic filling of ventricle
When is S3 considered normal?
If under 30 yrs old
When is a S3 heard? (3 things)
- MR
- LV failure (e.g dilated cardiomyopathy)
- Constrictive pericarditis
What is S4 caused by?
Atrial contraction against stiff ventricle
What does S4 coincide with on a ECG?
P wave
(bc atrial contraction against stiff ventricle)
When will you get a S4? (3 things)
- AS
- HTN
- HOCM
What is the treatment for syptomatic relief of Angina pt with HR 70+ ?
Ivabradine
(HCN aka funny channel blocker)
What are the side fx of Ivabradine?
Visual disturbances
eyevabradine
What is narrow vs broad complex tachycardia?
QRS less than 120ms = narrow (SVT)
QRS more than 120ms = broad (VT)
What are the adenosine DOSES for management of SVT after valsava manouvre and carotid sinus massage have failed?
6mg –> 12mg –> 18mg
Who is adenosine CI in for SVT management?
What do you give instead?
Asthmatics
Give verapamil
What do you do if ur 3 doses of Adenosine fail in SVT management?
DC cardioversion
What are the 1st line management options for Pericarditis? (2 things)
NSAID (ibuprofen)
+
Colchicine
Are bilateral pleural effusions transudate or exudate?
Transudate
(source: comment on passmed)
How is a Posterior MI confirmed?
ST elevation and Q waves in POSTERIOR lead placement (V7-9)
How do you confirm a diagnosis of cardiac tamponade?
Echo
What is a skin side fx of amiodarone?
Grey skin appearance
What are the CF of Aortic dissection? (5 things)
- Tearing Chest / Back pain
- HTN
- AR
- Pulse deficit (no pulse in carotid / brachial / femoral)
- Pulse difference (difference in 20+ systolic between arms)
THAPP
What is CURB65 score for pneumonia?
Confusion
Urea 7+
Resp Rate 30+
BP 90/60 -
65+ age
0-1 fine
2 = hospital care
3+ = ICU
Which lung cancer is gynaecomastia most commonly assoc with?
Adenocarinoma
What are the causes of Upper zone pulmonary fibrosis? (5 things)
What will you hear?
TEARS fall from the sky
- TB
- Extrinsic Alveolitis
- Ankylosing Spondylitis
- Radiotherapy
- Sarcoid
APICAL crackles (upper zone crackles)
What are the causes of Lower zone pulmonary fibrosis? (5 things)
What will you hear?
CRABS are on the ground
- Cryptogenic (aka Idiopathic)
- RA
- Asbestosis
- Bleomycin
- Systemic slerosis / scleroderma
Basal crackles
What is Quincke’s sign?
Nailbed pulsation
Sign of AR
(therefore assoc w early-mid diastolic murmur)
When is S3 normal?
Under 30 yrs old
3 n 3
When is S4 normal?
Over 40
4 n 4
What causes S3?
LVF n MR –> Pulm oedema
S threee hard to breeeath
What causes S4?
HOCM n AS –> sudden death
S4 hit da floor
Which COPD pt should be ASSESSED for Long Term Oxygen Therapy (LTOT)? (4 things)
- Blue: Cyanosis / sats 92-%
- Breathing: Airway obst / FEV1: 30-%
- Blood: Secondary polycthaemia (high Hb)
- Ballooning: Peripheral oedema / Hepatomegaly / Raised JVP
How do you assess a COPD pt to see if they need LTOT?
2 ABG’s, 3 weeks apart
After you assesses a COPD pt, who should you give LTOT for?
If PaO2: LESS than 7.3 kPa
OR
7.3 - 8 kPa PLUS one of:
- Peripheral oedema
- Pulmonary hypertension
- Secondary polycythaemia
Who should you NOT offer LTOT for in COPD pt?
ppl still smoking
Who should you refer for 2ww for sus lung cancer? (2 things)
- Sus CXR
- 40yr + w unexplained haemoptysis
What criteria determines if a sore throat is BAC or viral?
Centor criteria
What are the Centor Criteria?
- Tender anterior cervical lymphadenopathy
- Fever Hx
- Absence of cough
- Presence of tonsillar exudate
3+ = BAC (aka GAS)
T-FAP
What are the ECG findings of Hypercalcaemia?
Shortening of QT interval
What is CI in VT?
Verapamil (ca channel blocker)
What is the most common organism causing infective exacerbation of COPD?
H influenza
What is the long term medications post-MI? (4 things)
- Dual antiplatelet therapy
- ACEi
- Beta blocker
- Statin
DABS
What will you hear in a Atrial septal defect? (3 things)
- Ejection systolic murmur
- Louder on inspiration
- Fixed split S2
Who are Atrial septal defects common in?
Downs syndrome
What is a contraindication for Chest drain insertion?
INR 1.3+
What should be sus in YOUNG pt with chest pain?
Myocarditis
What are the causes of the Myocarditis? (4 things)
- Viral (coxsckie B / HIV)
- BAC
- AI
- Drugs: Doxorubicin
What are the CF of myocarditis? (4 things)
- YOUNG pt, acute hx
- Chest pain (doesnt change with breathing / position)
- SOB
- Arrhytmias
What investigations should you do for Myocarditis? (2 things)
- Bloods
- ECG
What will bloods show you in Myocarditis? (3 things)
- Raised inflamm markers
- Raised cardiac enzymes
- Raised BNP
What will ECG show you in Myocarditis? (3 things)
- Tachycardia
- Arrhytmias
- ST elevation / T wave inversion
What are the management options for Myocarditis? (2 things)
- TUC (abx if BAC)
- Supportive (for HF / arrhythmias)
What are the complications of Myocarditis? (3 things)
- HF
- Arrhytmias –> sudden death
- Dilated cardiomyopathy (late)
What bloods will Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) clart?
LFT’s
high everything
What is the tumour marker for breast cancer?
CA15-3
What is the analgesia of choice for Renal colic?
IM Diclofenac
(its voltarol lol)
When do you use Neuromuscular blocking drugs?
To paralyse muscles to allow for Intubation
What are the 2 types of Neuromuscular blocking drugs?
Depolarizing n Non-depolarizing
What is the MOA of Depolarizing Neuromuscular blocking drugs?
Binds to nAChR’s –> persistent depolarization of Motor end plate
What is the MOA of Non depolarizing Neuromuscular blocking drugs?
Competitive antagonist vs nAChR’s
What is an example of a Depolarizing Neuromuscular blocking drug?
Succinylcholine
aka Suxamethonium
What is an example of a Non depolarizing Neuromuscular blocking drug?
Pancuronium
like pancreas lol
What are the side fx of Depolarizing Neuromuscular blocking drugs like Suxamethonium? (3 things)
- Fasiculations (muscle twitches)
- Malignant hyperthermia
- Hyperkalaemia
What are the side fx of Non depolarizing Neuromuscular blocking drugs like Pancuronium?
Hypotension
How do you reverse Depolarizing Neuromuscular blocking drugs like Suxamethonium?
You can’t
How do you reverse Non depolarizing Neuromuscular blocking drugs like Pancuronium?
Acetylcholinesterase inhibitors (neostigmine)
Which Neuromuscular blocking drugs is the one of choice for intubation?
Depolarizing (Suxamethonium)
What are the CI for Suxamethonium (Depolarizing Neuromuscular blocking drug)? (2 things)
Why?
- Acute angle glaucoma
- Penetrating eye injuries
Bc Suxamethonium increased inra-ocular pressure
What surgical complication is more likely to occur with Open surgery than in Laparoscopic?
Adhesions
How do you manage an obstructed Urinary stone with signs of infection? (2 things)
- IV abx
- Urgent renal decompression
What is a Extradural (epidural) haematoma?
Bleeding into space between Dura mater + Skull

What are the most common causes of Extradural (epidural) haematomas? (2 things)
- Car crash (acceleration-deceleration injury)
- Blow to side of head

Which part of the head do most Epidural haematomas occur?
Temporal region

What artery is clarted by the skull # in Epidural haemotomas?
Middle meningeal artery

What is the shape of the Epidural haematoma bleeding on a scan?
Lemon shape
Lemon pie = e-PIE-dural lol

What is a Subdural haematoma?
Bleeding into Outermost Meningeal layer

What lobes of the brain do Subdural haematomas most commonly occur? (2 things)
- Frontal lobe
- Parietal lobe

What are the RF for Subdural haematomas? (3 things)
- Age
- Alcohol
- Anticoag
3 A’s for Subdural

Which has a slower onset of symptoms, Epidural or Subdural?
Subdural
SSSlow SSSubdural

What symptoms might you get in Subdural haematomas?
Fluctuating confusion / consciousness

What shape are Subdural haematomas on a scan?
Banana shape
suB = Banana
What symptoms does a Subarachnoid haemorrhage (SAH) classically cause?
Sudden occipital headache
SAH at da back in da occipital area
cah SAiHdev played back in midfield not upfront lol
i can feel it in my brem lol

When do you get Subarachnoid haemorrhage? (2 things)
- Spontaneously after Cerebral aneurysm
- Traumatic brain injury
What is seen in a Subarachnoid haemorrhage in a scan?
Bleeding in the back of the brain
i can feel it in my brem

What is a Intracerebral (intraparenchymal) haemorrhage (IPH)?
Collection of blood within brain substance

What are the causes / RF for Intracerebral (intraparenchymal) haemorrhages (IPH)? (5 things)
- Brain tumour
- HTN
- Aneurysms
- Trauma
- Infarct (esp stroke pt undergoing thrombolysis)
BHATI

What pt will Intracerebral (intraparenchymal) haemorrhage (IPH) patients present similarly to?
Stroke patients
This is why u gotta do a CT head for all stroke pt b4 thrombolysis to rule dis out

What will you see in a scan of (Intracerebral (intraparenchymal) haemorrhage (IPH)?
Hyperdense lesion in brain substance

What is the treatment for Intracerebral (intraparenchymal) haemorrhage (IPH)?
Small: Conservative
Large: Surgery

How should Diabetes meds (metformin n co) be managed on DAY BEFORE surgery?
Take as normal
How should Metformin be managed on DAY OF surgery operation?
If once / twice daily: take as normal
If 3 times daily: miss lunchtime dose
morning / afternoon operation doesnt matter
How should Sulfonylurea (gliclazide) be managed on DAY OF surgery operation?
If once daily: miss dose (morning or afternoon op)
If twice daily: miss morning dose / miss both doses if afternoon op
How should DDP4i (Sitagliptin) be managed on DAY OF surgery operation?
Take as normal
How should SGLT2i (canaglifozin) be managed on DAY OF surgery operation?
Miss on day (morning or afternoon pm)
How should ONCE DAILY INSULIN be managed on DAY BEFORE / DAY OF surgery operation?
Reduce dose by 20% on day before + day of surgery (morning or afternoon op)
How should Twice daily insulin be managed on DAY BEFORE / DAY OF surgery operation?
Day before: Take as normal
Day of: Half morning dose, evening dose as normal (morning or afternoon pm)
What tests should you do in your Pre-op assessment of an Elective surgery pt? (7 things)
mnemonic
- DVT / PE assessment + thromboprophylaxis plan
- Blood tests (FBC / UnE / LFTs / Clotting / Group n Save)
- Sickle cell test
- Pregnancy test
- Urinalysis
- CXR
- ECG
Dan Brings Silly People Uncooked Cookies Everyday
How long should patients fast from non clear liquids n food for b4 surgery?
6 hours
How long should patients fast from clear liquids for b4 surgery?
Examples of clear liquids?
2 hours
water / coffee or tea without milk
What are the bloods of someone in DIC? (3 + 2 things)
RAISED:
- PT
- APTT
- D-dimer
LOW:
- Fibrinogen
- Platelets
How is Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) done?
Thru Subclavian vein
What elec imbalance is a common complication of Subarachnoid Haemorrhages (SAH)?
Hyponatraemia (N+V + loss of consciousness)
SAH –> SIADH
How do you manage a life threatening rise in Intra-cranial pressure, e.g in epidural haematoma?
What should you do in meantime?
Surgery
Meantime give: IV mannitol / furosemide
How do you manage diffuse Cerebral oedema?
Decompressive craniotomy
How do you manage OPEN depressed skull #s? (2 things)
- Surgical reduction
- Debridement
How do you manage CLOSED depressed skull #s?
Non-operatively if minimal displacement
Who is it appropriate to monitor Intra-Cranial Pressure (ICP) and who is it mandatory to monitor it?
GCS 3-8 w normal CT scan = appropriate
GCS 3-8 w abnormal CT scan = must
What is the pupil presentation of a CN3 compression secondary to tentorial herniation? (2 things)
- Unilat dilation
- No / slow light reponse
What is the pupil presentation of a Bilat CN3 palsy or Poor CNS perfusion? (2 things)
- Bilat dilation
- No / slow light reponse
Which pt are MORE sensitive to Non-depolarizing anaesthetic agents (aka Pancuronium)?
Myasthenia gravis
- Non-repolarizing agents: Antagonist for nAChR’s –> produces paralysis by their blockade
- Since MG pt have FEWER nAChR’s –> more sensitive to its blockade
- Depolarizing agent (aka Suxamethonium) acts ON receptors –> produces paralysis
- MG pt will be resistant to dis
What are the CF of Mesenteric infarction? (3 things)
- Sudden onset pain
- Vomiting
- Bloody diarrhoea (sometimes)
What is the FIRST LINE investigation for bladder cancer?
Cystoscopy
How many hours should you wait after these events to do an accurate PSA test? (according to NICE)
Prostate biopsy: 6 wks
UTI: 4 wks
DRE: 1 wk
Vigorous exercise / ejaculation: 48 hrs
What are “Stag-horn” renal calculi made up of?
What type of urine do they form in?
Struvite
dey form in alkaline urine
What test tests the Exocrine function in chronic pancreatitis?
Faecal elastase
Who warrants to have a URGENT CT head scan? (4 things)
- GCS less than 13
- Post-traumatic seizure
- Sus open / depressed skull #
- 2+ vomiting episodes
When do you get Spondylolisthesis? (2 things)
- Stress #
- Spondylolysis
How is Minor / Radically Symptomatic Spondylolisthesis managed?
Minor: Active monitoring
Radically Symptomatic = Spinal decompression + Stabilisation
What GI condition is Ankylosing spondylitis (aka bamboo spine) strongly associated with?
UC
What should you think about if a pt has an ISOLATED fever in first 24 hrs after surgery?
Physiological reaction to op
What is the initial management of Acute Limb Ischaemia? (3 things)
- Analgesia
- IV Heparin
- Vasc review
What is a 3- cm AAA, and how do you manage?
Dis is normal, not an AAA
What is a 3 - 4.4cm AAA, and how do you manage?
Small aneurysm
Rescan every 12 months
What is a 4.5 - 5.4cm AAA, and how do you manage?
Medium aneursym
Rescan every 3 months
What is a 5.5+ cm AAA, and how do you manage?
Large aneurysm (rare)
2ww to Vasc surgery
What is Hydrocephalus?
When do you commonly get it?
Too much CSF in ventricular system
Common complication of Intraventricular haemorrhages
What are the CF of Hydrocephalus? (3 things)
- Headache (worse @ morning / lying down / valsalva) (Coma (if severe)
- Papilloedema
- N+V
What is the FIRST line investigation for sus Hydrocephalus?
CT head
What is the treatment for Acute Severe Hydrocephalus?
External ventricular drain (EVD) (insert in lat ventricle to drain)
What are the side fx of Bisphosphonates? (given for osteoporosis innit)
Oesophagitis
takhali9 min one O yajeek al tani (osteoporosis –> oesophagitis lol)
What is the management for Hypercalcaemia? (4 things)
- Fluids (1st line)
- Bisphosphonates
- Calcitonin
- Steroids (for sarcoidosis)
When is aspirin CI?
PUD
What is PKD a risk factor for?
SAH
How much blood do you have to lose in haemorrhagic shock for your BP to drop?
30% blood loss
What bloods will suggest Renal adenocarcinoma?
Polycthaemia (high Hb)
What sign in a CT KUB will indicate that someone had a ureteric stone that has passed?
Peri-ureteric fat stranding
What pre-op management should you do for pt taking prednisolone?
Hydrocortisone supplementation
What is the biggest risk factor for Testicular cancer?
Infertility
3x da risk
What monoclonal antibody can you give for RA?
Infliximab
What monoclonal antibody can you give for Crohns?
Infliximab
What monoclonal antibody can you give for CRC?
Bevacizumab
What monoclonal antibody can you give for HER2 breast cancer?
Trastuzumab (aka herceptin)
What monoclonal antibody can you give for Lung fibrosis?
What other meds can u give?
Nintedanib (tyrosine kinase inhibitor)
Pirfenidone (anti-fibrotic n anti-inflamm)
What monoclonal antibody can you give for kidney transplants?
Basiliximab
basil my cousin wid da kidney bean fool
What meds should you give for Overrreactive bladder?
Antimuscarinic aka Oxybutynin
What can Depolarizing anaesthetics (aka suxamethonium) cause?
Malignant hyperthermia
What are classical signs of Basilar skull #s?
Raccoon eyes: perio-orbital bruising
Battles sign: post auricular bruising
After GTN spray and Beta blockers for anginga prophylaxis, what should you give?
Nicorandil
Niko omilana for da heart pain
What other CT disorder can cause pleural effusion apart from RA?
SLE
How do you confirm a diagnosis of SLE?
Antinuclear Antibody (ANA) titre test
What ECG changes warrant urgent PCI / thrombolysis? (3 things)
- 2+ mm ST elevation in V1-6 (in 2+ consecutive leads)
- 1+ mm ST elevation in II, III, aVF (in 2+ consecutive inf leads)
- New LBBB
What investigationS (plural) r needed to confirm asthma diagnosis? (2 things)
- FeNO (fractional exhaled nitric oxide) test
- Spirometry w bronchodilator reversibility
What should you prescribe for a asthma exacerbation?
- Oral prednisolone (once daily for 5 days + stat dose now)
- Step up current routine
How do you know in an ABG if resp acidosis is being compensated for?
Is it acute or chronic?
If HCO3 is raised, then kidney is trying to compensate
Chronic bc metabolic compensation takes long
How does the congenital abn of Coarcation of the aorta present?
Weakened femoral pulses
What med is CI in VT?
Verapamil
What meds is CI in moderate-severe Aortic Stenosis?
ACEi
What is the most common cause of Mitral Stenosis?
Rheumatic fever
What is the diagnostic test for Obstructive Sleep Apnoea?
Polysomnography (PSG)
PSG for finished sleepy players like messi
What is the most common causative organism for Inf Endocarditis, esp in IV drug users?
Staph aureus
kohli said staph aureus is in skin so obv iv drug users will be putting dat inside der body
What will you see on a ECG of hypothermia? (3 things)
- Bradychardia
- J waves
- Prolonged PR n QT n QRS intervals
J hus is COLD
What should you advise for pt Warfarin due to undergo surgery?
What will you see ina ECG of LV aneurysm (MI complication)?
Persistent ST elevation
What is the most common organism of Septic arthritis?
Staph aureus
What are the CF of septic arthritis? (2 things)
- Joint pain + swelling
- Fever
What investigation MUST you do for Septic arthritis?
Synovial fluid sampling
preferrably b4 abx
What is the tx for septic arthritis? (3 things)
- Flucloxacillin (Clindamycin if penicillin allerg)
- Needle aspiration (to decompress)
- Arthroscopic lavage (if needed)
How do you investigate a Psoas abscess?
CT abdomen
What is Hydroxychloroquine used to treat? (2 things)
- RA
- SLE
What are the side fx of Hydroxychloroquine?
Retinopathy (visual loss)
How do you investigate an Achilles tendon rupture?
US
What is the test for Meniscal tears?
McMurrays test (painful click heard)
Who is most likely to get Trochanteric bursitis?
Women 50-70 yrs
What are the CF of Trochanteric bursitis? (2 things)
- Pain @ lat side of hip / thigh (unilat)
- Tenderness @ greater trochanter palpation
Where is the most common site of stress #s?
2nd metatarsal shaft
What is used to manage Acute flare ups of RA?
IM Methylprednisolone
What is the tx for gout? (2 things)
- NSAIDs
- Colichine (of NSAIDs CI e.g PUD)
How do you differentiate between Psoriatic arthritis and RA?
Psoriatic arthritis is ASYMMETRICAL polyarthritis
PA: Dactylyitis (global swelling of finger –> sausage finger)

Who usually has Lateral epicondylitis (aka tennis elbow)?
45-55 yr olds playing tennis / house painting
What are the CF of Lateral epicondylitis (aka tennis elbow)? (3 things)
- Pain + tender @ lateral epicondyle
- Pain worse @ wrist ext vs resistance + elbow ext
- Lasts 6months - 2yrs
What is the tx for Lateral epicondylitis (aka tennis elbow)? (4 things)
- Avoid muscle overload
- Simple analgesia
- Physio
- Steroid inj
What is Raynaud’s phenomenon?
Exagg vasoconstrictive response of finger arteries to cold / emotional stress
What are the CF of Raynaud’s phenomenon?
Bilat fingers turning white –> blue –> red
Who is most likely to have Raynaud’s phenomenon?
30 yr old women
What is Compartment syndrome?
Raised pressure within Closed anatomical space
What is Compartment syndrome a complication of? (2 things)
- Supracondylar #s
- Tibial shaft injuries
What are the CF of Compartment syndrome? (3 things)
- Pain @ movement (even passive)
- Parasthesiae
- Paralysis of muscle group (sometimes)
How is a dx of Compartment syndrome made? (2 things)
- Measurement of intracompartmental pressure (20+ = abn, 40+ = diagnostic)
- NO XR pathology seen
What is the tx for Compartment syndrome? (3 things)
- Fasciotomy (cut fascia to relieve tension)
- IV fluids incase of myoglobinuria complication (bc can result in renal failure)
- Amputation
What is a stress #, and what is it caused by?
Small hairline #
Caused by repetitive activiting + loading of normal bone
What is the CF of stress #s? (2 things)
- Painful but rarely displaced
- May present LATE after injury (will see Callus formation around # on XR)
What is the tx for stress #?
Immobilisation (if early)
How do you differentiate between causes of Marfans vs Ehlers Danlos?
MarFans = Fibrillin 1 mutation
Ehler Danlos = Collagen 3 mutation
What are the CI for Sulfasalazine (DMARD + IBD tx)? (2 things)
- G6PD deficiency
- Allergy to aspirin / sulphonamides
What does a +ve femoral nerve stretch test indicate?
Hip pain –> Referred lumbar spine pain
What are the causes of Osteomalacia? (2 things)
- Vit D deficiency
- CKD (again low vit D activation)
What are the CF of Osteomalacia? (3 things)
- Bone pain
- Bone muscle tenderness
- Waddling gait
What is the tx for Osteomalacia? (2 things)
- Vit D suppl
- Ca suppl (if low dietary intake)
What is pain @ longitudinal compression of thumb a sign of?
Scaphoid #
What are the tx options for Extracapsular hip #s? (2 things)
- Stable intertrochanteric: DHS
- Subtrochanteric: Intramedullary device (IMD)
How do you diagnose Ankylosing spondylitis?
Pelvic XR: Sacro-ilitis aka Subchondral erosions / Sclerosis (early)
Not bamboo spine bc das LATE
What hand fracture is commonly missed in XR?
Why?
Scaphoid #
Bc not evident on XR straightaway
line will be present after few days (pt will complain of persistent anatomical snuffbox pain)
What are the side fx of Bisphosphonates? (2 things)
- Oesophageal stuff: Oesophagitis / ulcers
- Hypocalcaemia
What are the CF of drug induced lupus? (3 things)
- Face rash
- Pleuritis
- Athralgia / myalgia

What is the age and onset of Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)?
60 yrs
Rapid onset
What are the CF of Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)? (5 things)
- Polyarthalgia + Polymyalgia (lol)
- Morning stiffness @ prox limb muscles, but NOT weakness (strength no weakness in PMR lol)
- Fever (low grade)
- Lethargy
- Night sweats
What will investigations show you in Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)? (2 things)
- Raised ESR n CRP
- NORMAL Creatine kinase n antiCCP
What is the tx for Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)?
Prednisolone
Should react dramatically, if not –> refer to specialist for alternative dx
If you sus Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR), but you have raised antiCCP or Creatinine kinase, what should you sus instead?
Raised antiCCP: RA
Raised Creatinine kinase: Polymyositis
What is long term steroid use (aka for RA) a RF for?
AVN
What is the tx for Monomorphic VT vs Polymorphic VT?
Monomorphic: Amoidarone
Polymorphic: IV magnesium sulfate
What organism are Sickle cell ppl more likely to be infected w?
Samonella
Sickle cella samonella rhymes lol
How do Posterior hip dislocation present?
Shortened + Internally rot leg
What marker can be used to diagnose SLE?
anti-dsDNA
How do you differentiate between Greenstick vs Buckle (torus) fractures?
Greenstick: widened gap
Buckle (torus): like squeezing 2 cheestrings together –> head parts flatten out bc pressure

Apart from colles #, what FOOSH also cause?
Acromioclavicular joint injury
What is the treatment for the different grades of Acromioclavicular joint injuries?
Grade 1-2: Conservative (rest + sling)
Grade 3-6: Surgery
What is the treatment for Ankylosing Spondyltitis? (2 things)
- NSAIDs
- Exercise + Physio
What is a risk of using Ciprofloxacin?
Tendon problems (tendinitis / rupture)
What is Pagets disease of the bone?
Increased uncontrolled bone turnover
What are the CF of Pagets disease of the bone? (3 things)
- Bone pain (spine / pelvis / femur)
- Tibia bowing
- Skull bossing
What investigation results will prove Pagets disease of the bone?
Isolated raised ALP
What is the tx for Pagets disease of the bone?
Bisphosphonates
What do you get after taking antipsychotics for a long time?
Tardive dyskinesia
- Excessive blinking
- Lip smacking
- Dysphagia
What should you do for Treatment resistant depression?
ECT (electroconvulsive therapy)
What can you get if you stop taking SSRIs? (4 things)
- Mood changes
- Insomina
- Diarrhoea
- Sweating
MIDS
How long should Lithium levels be checked after the dose is given?
12 hours
What is PTSD symptoms before 4 weeks called?
Acute stress disorder
(ptsd has 4 letters so diagnosed after 4 wks)
What meds is given for treatment RESISTANT schizophrenia?
Clozapine (atypical antipsychotic)
What are the side fx of Atypical antipsychotics (e.g Clozapine)? (6 things)
- Weight = Obesity (Olanzapine) + Glucose intolerance (-> DM)
- Immune = Agranulocytosis (only Clozapine) + Neutropaenia
- CVS = Myocarditis + Arrhythmias
Can you use SSRIs in pregnancy?
No
1st trimester –> Congenital heart defects (esp Paroxetine)
3rd trimester –> Pulmonary HTN for baby
What is a side fx of SSRI you will see in bloods?
Hyponatraemia
What are the side fx of SSRIs? (3 things)
- GI symptoms (+ GI bleeding)
- Hyponatraemia
- Anxiety + agitation
What SSRIs have beh drug interaction? (2 things)
- Fluoxetine
- Paroxetine
What are the side fx of Typical antipsychotics (aka haloperidol n Chlopromazine)? (4 things)
Extrapyramidal side fx
- Parkinsonism
- Acute dystonia (muscle contraction e.g Torticollis / Oculogyric crisis)
- Restlessness (akathisia)
- Tardive dyskinesia (abn invol movemets e.g chewing n jaw pouting)
Tardive w Typical dat way ull remember is extrapyramidal n remember da rest
*Torticollis = tilting head down
What mental health disorder can cause Hypothyroidism?
Anorexia
What SSRI can cause Torsade de pointes?
Citalopram (used for major depressive disorder)
causes long QT syndrome
How do you manage Angina?
For attacks: GTN spray
Aspirin + Statin (1st line)
Beta / Ca blocker (monotherapy or both) (1st line still)
- If Ca blocker Monotherapy: Verapamil
- If Duotherapy: Beta blocker + Nifedipine (safer Ca blocker)
If can’t handle Duotherapy, instead add: Ivabradine / Nicorandil
(ABC IN)
What should you monitor when giving SNRI’s (aka Venlaxafine)?
BP
Bc SNRI’s can cause HTN
What should you monitor when giving Atypical antipsychotics (aka Clozapine)?
FBC
Bc can cause Agranulocytosis
What should you monitor when giving SSRI’s (aka Sertraline)?
UnE’s
Bc can cause Hyponatraemia
How do you manage Acute dystonia secondary to Typical Antipsychotics (aka Haloperidol)?
Procyclidine
What is Serotonin Syndrome? (3 things)
Reaction to SSRIs
- Rigidity
- Hyperreflexia
- Autonomic dysfunction
How do you treat Serotonin Syndrome?
Benzodiazepines (diazepam)
What is the treatment for Tardive dyskinesia (side fx of Typical antipsychotic)?
Tetrabenazine
T T T
What is Hutchinson’s Sign?
Involvment of Nasociliary nerve (from V1) in Herpes Zoster Virus
aka Herpes Zoster Opthalmicus (V1 innit) Rash
Affects: Eyelid, Eye, Nose

What is clarted in Aniscoria of the Right Eye, aka Right pupil dilated at bright light?
Right Ciliary Ganglion
What is Dermatomyositis?
Multisystem disease characterised by:
- Skin changes
- MSK weakness
What are the skin changes in Dermatomyositis? (5 things)
- Scaly scalp
- Heliotrope: rash around eyes
- Shawls sign: rash on back n neck
- Gottrons sign / papules: on hands n knees
- Raynauds

What is the antibody for Dermatomyositis?
Anti-Jo1 antibody
Jo has bad skin lol
Widad aid dis one has Dermatomyositis is da only one wid skin in da name

What kind of MSK weakness do you see in Dermatomyositis? (2 things)
Weakness n fatigue @ everyday activities e.g:
- Climbing stairs
- Rising from sitting on couch
What is Cradles Cap in babies? (2 things)
- Scaly rash on babys head
- Otherwise well

How do you treat Cradles Cap in babies?
Olive oil den Baby shampoo

What is the triad for Spinal (e.g Lumbar) Abscesses?
- Fever
- Back pain
- Neurological deficit (aka numbness / weakness)
What is Reactive Arthritis? (2 things)
- Type of Spondylolarhritis
- Arthritis happenining after Infection (clue in name Reactive innit)
What is special abt culturing joints of Reactive Arthritis? (2 things)
- You won’t see the pathogens that caused the primary infection
- NO WBC
What are the CF of Reactive Arthritis? (3 things)
- Conjuctivitis (see)
- Urethritis (pee)
- Arthritis (climb a tree)
cant see, pee, or climb a tree
What is the antibody associated with Reactive Arthritis?
HLA-B27 (like AS)
What are the main causative organisms of infections that cause Reactive Arthritis? (3 things)
- Campylobacter
- Salmonella
- Shigella
All diarrheal infections
What is the tx for Reactive Arthritis?
NSAIDs
What are the CF of the infections that cause Reactive Arthritis? (4 things)
- Fever
- Nausea
- Abd pain (crampy) - (remember cah Campylobacter)
- Diarrhoea
What is Juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA)? (2 things)
- Arthritis in kids under 16 yrs old
- Lasts more than 6 weeks
What are the CF of Juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA)? (3 things)
- Fever (intermittent)
- Rashes (evanescent, aka disappear quickly)
- Arthritis
What markers will be positive / negative in Juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA)? (2 things)
- ANA = positive
- RF: negative (obv)
What conditions have HLA-B27? (2 things)
- Ankylosing spondylitis
- Reactive Arthritis
What conditions have HLA-DQ2/DQ8?
Coeliac disease
remember we said like d squared lol
What conditions have HLA-DR2?
Goodpastures
What conditions have HLA-DR3? (3 things)
- Dermatitis herpetiformis
- Sjogren’s syndrome
- Primary Biliary Cirrhosis
What conditions have HLA-DR4? (2 things)
- T1DM
- RA
What do you do for Mongolian blue spot in babies?
Reassure parents

What should you sus in a teenager with no significant PMHx but with palpable lymph nodes?
Cancer e.g Hodgkins Lymphoma
What is a GI side fx of Bendroflumethiazide?
Diarrhoea
What does a positive c-ANCA or p-ANCA result mean you have?
AI vasculitis
What does a positive anti-SS-A (Ro or La) result mean you could have? (3 things)
- Sjogren syndrome
- SLE
- RA
anti-SS-A literally is: anti–Sjögren’s-syndrome-related antigen A autoantibodies
La more associated w Sjorgen syndrome
What does a positive anti-ss-DNA or anti-ds-DNA result mean you could have? (2 things)
- SLE
- Drug induced lupus
What does a positive Anti-Mitochondrial Antibodies (AMA) test mean you could have? (4 things)
- Primary biliary cirrhosis (mainly)
- AI hepatitis
- SLE
- RA
What does a positive Rheumatoid factor (RF) mean you could have/
- RA
- SLE (also positive anti-ds-DNA)
- Scleroderma
- Sjögren’s syndrome (also positive anti-SS-A (Ro))
- Vasculitis (also positive c-ANCA)
What are the 2 tumour markers for Testicular cancer?
- AFP
- bHCG
What is Sjogren syndrome? (2 things)
- AI condition
- Affects EXOCRINE glands –> dry mucosal surfaces
How can you get Sjogren syndrome? (2 things)
- Primary
- Secondary to RA / other CT disorders
Which gender gets Sjogrens syndrome more?
Women (9:1)
What are the CF of Sjogrens syndrome? (4 things)
- Dry eyes
- Dry mouth + Recurrent Parotitis
- Athralgia / Myalgia (Raynauds)
- Dry vagina
What investigations will prove a Dx of Sjogrens syndrome? (4 things)
- RF: positive
- ANA: positive
- Anti- Ro/La: positive
- Schirmer’s test: positive
What is the Tx for Sjogrens syndrome? (2 things)
- Artificial Saliva + Tears
- Pilocarpine (stim saliva prod)
What is Systemic Sclerosis (aka Scleroderma)?
Condition of hardened sclerotic skin + CT
Which gender is more likely to have Systemic Sclerosis (aka Scleroderma)?
Females (4:1)
What are the CF of LIMITED Systemic Sclerosis (aka Scleroderma)? (5 things)
- Calcinosis
- Raynauds
- Esophagus dysmotilty
- Sclerodactyly (fingers fusing together)
- Telangiectasia (like spider naevi)
CREST
What are the CF of DIFFUSE Systemic Sclerosis (aka Scleroderma)? (4 things)
- Poor prognosis
- Resp involvement: ILD, Pulmonary Artery HTN (both –> death)
- Renal disease
- HTN
What antibodies are associated w Systemic Sclerosis (aka Scleroderma)? (4 things)
- ANA
- RF (30%)
- LIMITED: anti-centromere antibodies
- DIFFUSE: scl-70 antibodies
What is some Tx for Systemic Sclerosis (aka Scleroderma)? (5 things)
- Methotrexate (immunosuppressant)
- Bisphosphonates (for Calcinosis)
- Emollients (Scleroderma)
- ACEi (for Renal complications)
- Nifedipine (for Raynauds)
M-BENA
What is Temporal Arteritis? (2 things)
- Inflammation of temporal artery
- Pt with PMR get it
What are the CF of Temporal Arteritis? (7 things)
- Headache
- Lethargy
- Pain at chewing
- Visual problems (blurring + diplopia)
- Tender + palpable temporal artery
- PMR cf: Morning stiffness (no weakness)
- Rapid onset (1 month)
What will investigations tell you its Temporal Arteritis? (3 things)
- ESR + CRP raised
- Creatine kinase NORMAL (like in PMR)
- Temporal artery biopsy (skip lesions)
What is the Tx for Temporal arteritis? (2 things)
- Urgent high dose steroids (even b4 biopsy)
- Prednisolone (if no visual loss)
- Methylprednisolone (@ visual loss)
- Bisphosphonates (to protect vs long term steroids above)
What happens wen you give Trimethoprin (anti-folate) and Methotrexate? (2 things)
- Fatal Myelosuppression (w inf, anaemia, bleeding)
- Fatal Pancytopaenia (low Hb, RBC, platelets)
What are the Urate crystals like in the joint aspiration in Gout? (3 features)
- Needle shaped
- Negatively birefringent
- Monosodium
What are the crystals like in the joint aspiration in PSEUDOGOUT? (2 features)
- Weakly Positively birefringent
- Rhomboid-shaped crystals
How do you reduce the risk of side fx with Methotrexate?
Take Folic acid with it
(das why taking trimethoprim aka anti-folate with it is bad)
How should you manage Antiphospholipid syndrome?
If dx by accident w NO VTE (PE/DVT): Daily low dose aspirin
If dx after a VTE: Life long Warfarin
What is Interferon-alpha used to treat?
Hepatitis B+C
What are the side fx of Interferon-alpha?
Flu like symptoms
If you’re starting someone on long term steroids, what should you also give them? (3 things)
- Bisphosphenates (alendronic acid)
- Vitamin D
- Calcium suppl
Bc steroids clart da bones in longterm
When are NSAIDs CI in elderly pt?
If taking warfarin –> risk of GI bleeds
(so if dey have gout, give colchicine instead of NSAIDs)
What are the investigation results for Osteoporosis and Osteogenesis Imperfecta?
Calcium, Phosphate, PTH, ALP
ALL NORMAL
What does Sjogrens syndrome increase the risk of?
Lymphoid cancers aka Lymphoma
What is the physical examination test for Ankylosing spondylitis?
Schober’s test less than 5cm
remember dat draw 3 X’s on da persons lower spine n get dem to bend forward
How should you take Bisphosphonates? (3 things)
- Take 30 mins b4 breakfast
- Beh water pls
- Sit upright for 30 mins after
What is an early X ray finding of RA?
Juxta-articular osteoporosis/osteopenia
What conditions can cause Pseudogout? (2 things)
- HyperPTH (high PTH, high calcium, low phosphate)
- Acromegaly
What are the Ca, P, PTH, ALP levels in Osteomalacia?
Low Ca
Low P
High PTH (bc low Ca)
High ALP (weak bone –> osteoblasts tryna fix it by secreting more ALP)
(remember osteomalacia low Ca n vit D)
What are the Ca, P, PTH, ALP levels in Pagets disease of the bone?
Normal Ca
Normal P
Normal PTH
High ALP
Pagets disease = isolated rise in ALP
What are the Ca, P, PTH, ALP levels in Hypo PTH?
Low Ca (bc low PTH)
High P
Low PTH
Normal ALP (bones are fine in hypo PTH)
What are the Rotator cuff muscles of the shoulder? (4 things)
- Supraspinatus
- Infraspinatus
- Teres minor
- Subscapularis
SITS
What is the function of the Supraspinatus?
Shoulder abduction before Deltoid
- FIRST 20 degrees = supraspinatus
- 20-90 degrees = Deltoid
- Rest = trapezius
What is the function of the Infraspinatus?
Lat rot
What is the function of the Teres minor? (2 things)
- Adduction
- Lat rot (same as infraspinatus one above in SITS list lol)
What is the function of the Subscapularis? (2 things)
- Adduction (same as Teres minor above it in SITS)
- Med rot
What medications can increase the risk of Stress #s?
Bisphosphonates
even tho bisphosphonates r mena protect bone, dey cause stress #s, wow dis is STRESSful to learn
What are the side fx of Sulfasalazine (DMARD)? (2 things)
- Oligospermia (low sperm count) (reversible)
- Lung fibrosis / pneumonitis
What is the relation between Methotrexate and Pregnancy?
Both men AND women must stop Methotrexate 6 months before trying to conceive
What is the NAME of the thing you will see on a XR of Ankylosing spondylitis?
Syndesmophytes
What scoring system is useful for Ehlers Danlos?
Beighton score (assesses hypermobility)
What is Fibromyalgia? (2 things)
- Widespread pain around body
- Tender points @ specific anatomical sites
Who is most likely to have Fibromyalgia?
Women 30-50 yrs old
What are the CF of Fibromyalgia? (3 things)
- Chronic pain @ random sites / all over
- Lethargy + Headaches + Sleep disturbance
- Cognitive impairment (dey call it Fibro fog cah fibroymyalgia)
What is the Tx for Fibromyalgia? (4 things)
- Explanation
- CBT
- Aerobic exercise
- Meds: Pregabalin / Amitriptyline / Duloxetine (PAD)
is all in der head lol
What Complement are assoc w SLE?
C3 n C4
will be LOW
What does RA put you at the risk of?
IHD
remember rheumatic fever n all dat
What does the Z score on DEXA scan take into account? (3 things)
- Age
- Gender
- Ethnicity
What is the risk of giving Amoxicillin for sore throats?
What should you give instead?
If it’s Glandular fever (EBV), you will cause them Steven-Johnson Syndrome (painful rash + flu-like symptoms)
Penicillin V 500mg QDS 10 days
Where is the shoulder pain in PMR?
Shoulder GIRDLE
What should you suspect if Cancer + Raised CK?
Polymyositis
What is a variant and antibodies for Polymyositis?
Subtype: dermatomyositis
anti-Jo-1 antibodies (Jo has bad skin)
What are the complications of RA? (5 things)
- Eyes: Keratoconjunctivitis sicca / scleritis
- Heart: IHD
- Reps: Fibrosis / Pleural effusion
- Feltys Syndrome (RA + Splenomegaly + Low WBC)
- Joints: Osteoporosis
What are the side fx of Methotrexate? (4 things)
- Mouth ulcers
- Lung fibrosis / Pneumonitis
- Lung fibrosis
- Myelosuppresion (esp w Trimethoprin)
What should you check for before prescribing Azathioprine?
TPMT deficiency
(Thiopurine MethylTransferase Deficiency)
What is the tx for Pseudogout? (3 things)
- NSAIDs
- Steroid inj
- Aspirate (to exclude septic arthritis)
What can you give in bony metastases of cancer to prevent pathological #s? (2 things)
- Bisphosphonates
- Denosumab
Deno lol
How do you manage acute RA flare ups?
IM methylprednisolone
Why do you get Coca cola urine with Compartment syndrome? (6 steps)
- High pressure in fascial compartment
- Muscle breakdown
- Myoglobin released into blood stream (rhabomyolysis)
- Myoglobin deposits in Renal Tubules
- AKI
- Myoglobin –> Coca cola urine (+ve for blood)
What scan should you do for sus osteomyelitis?
MRI
OsteoMRIlitis
What is Squaring of thumbs a sign of?
OA
thumbs stiff in moring for a few minutes (not 1 hour like in RA)
How do you manage subluxation of radial head (aka pulled elbow)
Passive supination of elbow joint whilst flexed @ 90 degrees
What UTI abx can you use in 1st trimester, 3rd trimester, and breast feeding?
1st trimester = Nitrofurantoin
3rd trimester + breast feeding: Trimethoprim
(n before t in alphabet)
What is an easy first line management for meningitis (aka raised ICP)?
Tilt head of bed to 30 degrees
What meds can increase the hepatotoxicity of paracetamol overdose?
Carbamazepine (enzyme inducer)
Bc increases breadkdown of parcaetamol into NAPQI (toxic metabolite)
What is the most common kidney cancer?
Renal adenocarcinoma
ima simple man, i see loin mass, i put renal adenocarcinoma
What should you do for adult with sus hydrocele?
Refer urgently for US to see if tumour
hydrocele is fine to reassure in newborns only
Which cancer is most commonly assoc w acanthosis nigricans (found in neck, groin, and armpit)?
Gastric adenocarcinoma
How do you treat a SAH? (4 things)
- Coil (by interv neuroradiologist)
- Craniotomy (sometimes)
- Nimodipine (prevents Vasospasm) (finding nemo to stop spazzing)
- Ext ventricular draining / shunt (if Hydrocephalus)
How do you confirm dx of Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis?
MRCP
How do you differentiate between DI and SIADH?
Plasma conc HIGH = DI (rhymes lol)
Plasma conc LOW = SIADH
Also DI causes polyuria + polydypsia (siadh doesnt)
What are the NICE guidelines for management of an Acute Stroke? (3 things)
- Thrombolysis (within 4.5 hours)
- Thrombectomy (within 6 hours)
- Tx dose Aspirin (if not suitable for thrombectomy)
What do you give for Heroin (opioid) detoxification rehab? (2 things)
- Methadone
- Buprenorphine
What do you give for Heroin (opioid) overdose?
Naloxone
OD means NalOXone
What is the tx for Cellulitis?
- 1st line Mild moderate:
- Allergic to penicillin:
- Allergic to penicillin + pregnant:
- Severe:
- 1st line Mild moderate: Flucloxacillin
- Allergic to penicillin: Clarithromycin / Doxycline
- Allergic to penicillin + pregnant: Eryhtormycin
- Severe: Co-amoxiclav
What is the tx for Otitis externa?
Topical Ciprofloxacin + Dexamethasone
abx + steroid
What is the tx for acute Otitis media?
Oral amoxicillin
What should you do for new onset dysphagia?
RED FLAG
URGENT ENDOSCOPY
regardless of age or other symptoms
What is a side fx of Clozapine? (3 things)
- Constipation (clozapine constapine)
- Agranulocytosis (fatal low WBC)
- Reduced seizure threshold
(cah is a atypical antipsyhotic wid all da metabolic side fx)
What is the tx for Acute stress disorder (aka pre PTSD)?
Trauma focused CBT
What is Torticollis?
Stiff neck twisted in random position
Acute dystonia related side fx of Typical antipsychotics
What is Somatisation disorder?
When patient keeps coming in w Symptoms for 2+ yrs
n refuses to accept reassurance of negative results
What is hypoChondriasis?
When pt keeps believing they have Cancer
n refuses to accept negative results
What should you give an ADULT vs CHILD wid anorexia nervosa? (3 + 1 things)
Adult:
- Eating disorder focussed CBT (ED-CBT)
- Maudsley Anorexia Nervosa Treatment for Adults (MANTRA)
- Specialist Support Clinical Management (SSCM)
Child:
- Family based therapy
What are the criteria for Anorexia nervosa dx? (3 things)
DSM 5 criteria
- Restricting dietary intake
- Fear of gaining weight
- Denying seriousness of low body weight
What can be used with CBT in severe PTSD?
Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR)
What is the first line meds for PTSD if CBT n EMDR hasnt worked?
Venlaxafine (SNRI)
Sertraline (SSRI)
What are the side fx of SSRI discontinuation? (3 things)
- Electric shock sensations
- Dizziness
- Anxiety
EDA, wagaftal fluoxetine?
(an egyptian saying: wts dis, u stopped ur fluoextine?
What does the BNF say is the safer SSRI to use in ppl w unstable angina / post MI?
Sertraline
safe sertraline
What is Imipramine?
Tricyclic antidepressant (TCA)
not used much for depression these days, more for neuropathic pain
What are the side fx of Tricyclic antidepressants (e.g Amitriptyline / Imipramine)? (4 things)
Antimuscarinic side fx
- Can’t see = blurred vision
- Can’t pee = urinary retention + overflow incontinence
- Can’t spit = dry mouth
- Can’t sh** = constipation
What are the Schneider first rank symptoms for Schizophrenia? (4 things)
A = Auditory hallucinations (2nd / 3rd person)
B = Broadcasting / thought withdrawal or insertion
C = Controlled (feel like der being controlled)
D = Delusional perception

What is purging? (3 things)
Behaviour of bulimia that follows binge behaviour (over eating)
- Self induced vomiting
- Using laxatives
- Over exercisign
What are the CF of Anorexia nervosa? (3 things)
- Low BMI
- Enlarged salivary glands
- Bradycardia + Hypotension
What are the physiological abn that are RAISED in Anorexia Nervosa? (6 things)
Gs n Cs raised:
- GH (tryna compensate innit)
- Glucose (n LOW glucose tolerance)
- Salivary Glands
- Cortisol
- Cholesterol
- Carotinaemia (yellow skin)
What are the physiological abn that are LOW in Anorexia Nervosa? (4 things)
- FSH
- LH
- Oestrogen / Testosterone
- Potassium
FLOP
What should you give if taking a SSRI + NSAID?
Give PPI bc Gi bleed risk
What should you think about with a pt on Prednisolone w Psychosis symptoms?
Steroid induced phsychosis
What is the timeline for side fx stuff of Alcohol Withdrawal? (3 things)
Sypmtoms: 6-12 hours
Seizures: 36 hours
Delirium tremens: 72 hours
72-36-18 (half each time, n 6+12 is eighteen lol)
What is contraindicated in SSRIs and why?
Triptans
can cause Serotonin syndrome
What can chronic lithium toxicity cause?
Hypothyroidism
What is a side fx of Benzodiazepines?
Anterograde Amnesia
When a pt is abt to start ElectroConvulsive Therapy (ECT) what should you do to the Sertraline?
Reduce dose
What do SSRIs cause if taken in pregnancy in 1st and 3rd trimester?
1st Trimester: Congenital heart defects
3rd Trimester: Persistant pulmonary HTN in baby
What can Lithium do to the FBC?
Raise WBC
But its fine, dey acc use lithium for pt with chemo for cancer for dis specific reason
What is the MOA of benzodiazepines?
Enhance effect of GABA (main inhibitory neurotransmitter)
What class of antidepressant is Mirtzapine?
NaSSA
NASA goes to Mars (mirtzapine)
What are some useful side fx of Mirtzapine?
Increased appetite (Mmm)
Sleepiness (Zzz)
MmmirtZzzapine
What is the best CBT for Borderline?
Dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT)
das raacist der tryna say ppl with borderline have weird dialects
How do you differentiate between Mania n Hypomania?
Mania lasts more than 7 days
Mania has psycho stuff like Auditory hallucinations / Delusions
Which atypical antipsychotic is the most Appropriate to give bc least side fx?
Aripiprazole
Most Appropriate is Aripiprazole
What are the results of scores of a Mini Mental State Examination (MMSE)?
Normal: 24 - 30
Mild Impairment: 20 - 23
Moderate: 10 - 19
Severe: 9-
How long does ICD-10 say symptoms have to be present for for a Dx of depressive episode to be made?
2 weeks