Question 1
An 84-year-old has macrocytosis, glossitis, distal paraesthesia and an unsteady gait. Which investigation is most likely to confirm the reversible contributor to his neurological syndrome?
Correct Answer:
Serum vitamin B12 with intrinsic factor antibody testing
Question 2
An 86-year-old reports dizziness on standing. Lying blood pressure is 162/84 mmHg and after three minutes standing it is 126/70 mmHg with reproduction of symptoms. What is the most appropriate initial management step?
Correct Answer:
Review hypotensive medicines, hydration and standing technique
Question 3
An 82-year-old with atrial fibrillation, hypertension and previous TIA is independent with a Clinical Frailty Scale score of 3. Her HAS-BLED score is 2. What is the best stroke-prevention approach?
Correct Answer:
Offer oral anticoagulation after shared decision making
Question 4
A 90-year-old with heart failure, eGFR 34 mL/min/1.73 m2 and postural symptoms is discharged on furosemide, ramipril, bisoprolol and spironolactone. Which monitoring plan is most important after the medicine changes?
Correct Answer:
Check renal function, potassium, blood pressure and volume status soon after discharge
Question 5
An older man has exertional syncope, a slow-rising pulse and a loud ejection systolic murmur radiating to the carotids. Which diagnosis should be prioritised?
Correct Answer:
Severe aortic stenosis
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