Author: Anonymous

Mr Hutchinson’s QRISK®3-2018 score is 28.6%. After discussion with Mr Hutchinson, what would you recommend to reduce his cardiovascular risk?

According to NICE, what is the clinic blood pressure target for Mr Hutchinson?

In which of the following situations might insulin be considered?

Several years later Mr Hutchinson was in the Pharmacy with his wife, who was collecting her prescription. She asked whether there was something she could buy for her husband as she has noticed a problem with his foot and he cannot get a GP appointment for another 2 weeks. Mr Hutchison shows you his foot [a photograph of this can be found below].  What would be the most appropriate advice to give to Mr Hutchinson?  

Which phrase best describes the difference between type 1 and type 2 diabetes mellitus?

Which information should be taught to patients starting on anticoagulant therapy?  SATA

Who is at higher risk for peripheral vascular disease (PVD)? 

A patient has an ulcer on the medial malleolus.  The ulcer is shallow with irregular edges.  The wound base is red.  Wound drainage is also present.  What type of ulcer is this based on the scenario’s description?

A patient has severe peripheral venous disease.  What important information below will the nurse provide to the patient about how to alleviate signs and symptoms associated with the disease?  SATA: 

19. Describe the experiment that involved a chess board. Explain the results of this experiment.