AKT-5543
Betty is a 78-year-old woman on multiple medications who is seeing her general practitioner for a medication review.
Which of the following tools is most helpful in aiding this?
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AKT-5545
A 56-year-old male is undergoing chemotherapy for lung cancer. He is suffering from severe vomiting that has not responded to domperidone. What should be the next course of action for managing his symptoms?
AKT-5546
A 61-year-old woman comes to the surgery complaining of severe back pain that has been bothering her for the past five days. She has a history of breast cancer and osteoarthritis. The pain is located in the lower thoracic area and spreads to the front of her chest. Coughing and sneezing exacerbate the pain. She has not experienced any changes in her bowel or urinary habits. During the examination, there is diffuse tenderness in the lower thoracic region. The peri-anal sensation is normal, and the lower limb reflexes are brisk. What is the most appropriate management plan?
AKT-5555
You operate a clinic for smoking cessation and respiratory disease intervention at your practice in northern England. Concerning inequalities, what is accurate regarding the emergence of bronchial carcinoma and related risk factors?
AKT-5540
Which one of the following statements regarding the DS1600 form is correct?
AKT-5551
Which one of the following statements regarding retirement contracts is true?
AKT-5539
A 87-year-old nursing home resident is being treated for a urinary tract infection. She is found wandering outside the nursing home in an agitated state during the night. Despite receiving proper antibiotic therapy, nursing care, and environmental modifications, she continues to be aggressive and agitated, posing a potential danger to herself. What is the best course of action for managing her condition?
AKT-5542
A 65-year-old man with a history of lung cancer presents for follow-up. He reports a loss of appetite, nausea, and fatigue over the past three weeks. Upon examination, he appears to be slightly dehydrated. You order a series of blood tests, which reveal the following results:
– Calcium: 3.12 mmol/L
– Albumin: 40 g/L
– Glucose (random): 6.7 mmol/L
– Urea: 10.2 mmol/L
– Creatinine: 115 µmol/L
Which medication that he is currently taking is most likely contributing to his symptoms?
AKT-5550
John is a 40-year-old man who is looking after his mother who has been diagnosed with dementia. He visits you seeking guidance on financial benefits available to him, having heard about ‘carer’s credit’ in the media.
What is the accurate definition of ‘carer’s credit’?
AKT-5552
A 72-year-old man who has recently been diagnosed with metastatic prostate cancer presents for review. He has heard he may be eligible for benefits to help with personal care. What is the most appropriate form to fill in?