Rheumatology & Haematology — Flashcards
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A(n) _____ is when the nucleus pulposus herniates through the annulus fibrosus
What blood test is important to check for subdural haemorrhage? _____
Investigations for malignancy of unknown origin _____ be offered to patients who are unfit for treatment
Hint: Should / Should not
A breakthrough dose of analgesia should be given _____ of anticipated painful movement
If x-ray changes are absent in psoriatic arthritis, what investigation can be helpful? _____
What is the initial symptomatic management of psoriatic arthritis? _____
DMARDs are particularly useful in _____ ankylosing spondylitis
Hint: type
_____ is an iatrogenic complication of polymyalgia rheumatica that should be assessed & managed
Psoriatic rashes / nail changes often _____ arthritic changes in psoriatic arthritis
Hint: precedes/follows
Polymyalgia rheumatica patients are typically treated with prednisolone at an initial dose for ~_____ followed by gradual tapering over 1-2 years, the reduction in dose is guided by symptom control & inflammatory marker trends (CRP, ESR)
Hint: time
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