What happens during a trade surplus? 

Patient DW (73 years old, weight 59 kg) is admitted to the hospital’s stroke unit. She is suffering from left hemiparesis affecting her face, arm and leg, and dysarthria. Her son is with her, and states that her symptoms started around 11am (it is now 12.45pm). Past medical history: hypertension previous right fractured neck of femur (5 years ago) Medication history: amlodipine 10 mg daily alendronic acid 70 mg on Sundays calcium and vitamin D tablets one twice daily no known drug allergies Observations include: blood pressure 124/74 mmHg, blood glucose 7 mmol/L, platelets 254 x 109/L. Which initial course of action is MOST APPROPRIATE?

Patient TH (75 years old, weight 80 kg) has recently been diagnosed with a non-ST segment elevation myocardial infarction (NSTEMI). Prior to this he did not take any medication and had no significant past medical history. He has no drug allergies or intolerances. He is NOT at an increased bleeding risk. Which is the MOST APPROPRIATE regimen for Patient TH to have initiated as secondary prevention?

Patient GS (male, 41 years old, 82 kg) is being assessed in primary care by the nurse practitioner. They have sinusitis which is causing pain, rated 7/10. Past medical history: Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease Medication history: Lansoprazole 30 mg daily Adverse drug reactions to tramadol and codeine. Caused extreme nausea and stomach cramps. Which medication would be MOST APPROPRIATE?

In the context of international trade, which of the following statements is true about comparative advantage?

Compared to the United States, China and India have ________.

Patient GW (65 years old, weight 71 kg) presents to his GP and describes an episode which occurred the day before. During this episode, which lasted around 45 minutes, he experienced a weakness in his right arm and leg, felt dizzy and confused, and his speech was slurred. Past medical history: type 2 diabetes hypertension His blood pressure today is 148/92 mmHg. Based on this information, when should Patient GW have a transient ischaemic attack (TIA) assessment?

Patient CL (female, 44 years old, weight 63 kg) has been admitted to the surgical ward with acute abdominal pain and diagnosed with suspected appendicitis. She is nil by mouth prior to an appendectomy. Her current pain score is 9/10. Past medical history: Asthma Medication history: Salamol Easi-Breathe 100 micrograms/puff inhaler two puffs when required Which approach to pain management is MOST APPROPRIATE?

 Distinguish between Biological and Secondary aging. Provide an example of each.  

Patient KJ (male, 55 years old, weight 77 kg) is admitted to hospital following an episode of haematemesis. Past medical history: musculoskeletal back pain related to his occupation as a lorry driver Medication history: sometimes takes co-codamol for back pain which he buys from the pharmacy penicillin allergy Following endoscopy a diagnosis of major peptic ulcer bleeding is made. The ulcer is treated endoscopically and a test for H. pylori is POSITIVE. Which treatment plan is MOST APPROPRIATE?