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The [1] is also known as the birth canal The [2] produce the eggs and the hormones The [3] is a pear-shaped organ that is the home to a developing fetus The [4] is a small, sensitive protrusion that is comparable to the penis

A 76-year-old woman presents to her GP with low mood, lack of interest in daily activities and insomnia following the loss of her husband.  She is diagnosed with mild depression.  The GP decides to prescribe a tricyclic antidepressant, dosulepin 75mg ON.   Past Medical History Hypertension NSTEMI (2011) Hypercholestrolemia Medication History Aspirin 75mg OD Atorvastatin 80mg OD Ramipril 5mg OD Bisoprolol 2.5mg OD GTN Spray 400microg PRN NKDA Discuss the appropriateness of the GPs choice of first line agent for the patient with reference to NICE guidelines.  (5 marks)                                                                                 

Mr 35-year-old man has arrived on holiday in Kent from his home in Glasgow. When he arrived, he realised that he had forgotten to bring his salbutamol inhaler with him and has come to the pharmacy to ask if he can buy one to last him while he is away from home.   Which of the following is a legal requirement for the pharmacist when deciding whether to make an emergency supply for the patient?

Mrs B is currently 28 weeks pregnant with her second child. She has been diagnosed today with gestational diabetes.   a)  What are the potential risk factors for developing gestational diabetes? (2 marks)   The consultant provides lifestyle advice and monitors the patient over the following weeks. However, 8 weeks later there is no improvement in glycaemic control.   b) What pharmacological options are available for the management of Mrs B’s gestational diabetes? (3 marks)

Name this gland shown [a] Is this an old or young cat [b] How do you know [c] (for Adrien… what I mean by “how do you know” is how do you know that this is an old or young cat? What did you base your answer on… that is what I mean)

Name the gland labeled #10 [10] Name a hormone produced from the gland [a] Name the function of the hormone [b]

Mr H developed a cold 3 days ago and has been treating this with paracetamol 500mg tablets and menthol crystals in a steam inhalation. He is now presenting with an irritated, red eye. There is currently no discharge or crusting.   Which of the following is the MOST likely diagnosis for Mr H’s complaint?

   A 35-year-old woman is prescribed antipsychotics for the treatment of schizophrenia. She has become acutely unwell and has been admitted to hospital with suspected neuroleptic malignant syndrome.   Which of the following is NOT a symptom or feature of neuroleptic malignant syndrome?

Name the two cartilage shown on the left from top to bottom [a] [b] name the most inferior respiratory structure shown [c]

Mrs C, aged 59-years, has recently been diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease. She has been started on Madopar® (co-beneldopa) capsules 62.5mg BD and presents to your pharmacy with the prescription.   a) Why is levodopa combined with a dopa-decarboxylase inhibitor?  (1 mark   Four weeks later Mrs C presents with the following prescription: Metoclopramide 10mg tablets, take one tablet three times daily (x28 tablets)   b) Why would this have been prescribed for Mrs C? (1 mark)   c) Is it appropriate to dispense the prescription that Mrs C has presented to the pharmacy? Explain your answer giving the rationale.  (3 marks)