Question of the Day
Test your knowledge on our question of the day based on themes
similar to the October 2010 AKT, including topic areas where
candidates may have previously performed poorly.
Theme:Stabbing facial pain
A 57-year-old lady presents with a week long history of
unilateral, stabbing facial pain lasting two minutes at a time. On
examination, there are no rashes and no neurological abnormalities
(including normal fundoscopy). Her pulse and blood pressure are
normal.
1. What drug would you use first line to treat this patient?