Index of algorithms & clinical prediction rules

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Index of algorithms & clinical prediction rules

ChapterAlgorithm/clinical prediction rulePage number
Cardiovascular DiseaseHypertension algorithms (based on NICE)8–10
Hypertension protocol example393–394
Types of stroke26
ABCD score for stroke28
FAST for stroke28
NYHA grading of heart failure35
CHADS2 for atrial fibrillation42
HAS-BLED for AF43
Statins: benefits and harms52
Criteria for familial hypercholesterolaemia59
ABPI62
Cholesterol protocol398
DiabetesWHO diagnostic criteria65
New units for glycosolated haemoglobin66
Stepwise approach to diabetes drugs71
New diabetes drugs: key facts77–78
Diabetes care during Ramadan85
Insulins: an overview400
Respiratory MedicineLung cancer: suspicious features89
CRB-65 score for pneumonia91
Oxygen use in emergencies91
Well's score for PEOnline only*
MRC dyspnoea score94
Drug therapy for COPD95 & 99
Self-management of COPD patient leaflet101 & 401
Asthma: drug therapy107
Asthma monitoring: RCP 3 questions109
Asthma: acute exacerbation protocol402
Renal DiseaseLow eGFR protocol403
Microscopic haematuria flow chartOnline only*
Investigating peripheral neuropathyLow eGFR protocol124
Head thrust test in vertigo131
Mental HealthDepression diagnosis DSM IV criteria152
Eating disorders screening tool: SCOFF153
Two question screening tool for depression153
Antidepressants: potential interaction160
Post traumatic stress disorder DSM IV criteriaOnline only*
EndocrinologyClinical and subclinical hypothyroidism166
Vitamin D level interpretation174
Hyperparathyroidism: diagnosis177
GastroenterologyB12 deficiency: investigations184
New H. pylori eradication regimen192
MUST risk tool for nutritional supplementsOnline only*
Musculoskeletal MedicineSpondyloarthritis: diagnostic criteria205
Rheumatoid arthritis: diagnostic criteria208
Lumbar spinal stenosis: diagnostic aid211
Fibromyalgia: new diagnostic criteria411
Giant cell arteritis: management217
Ottawa ankle rulesOnline only*
Shoulder examinationOnline only*
DermatologyFingertip units for topical steroids224
Topical steroid heirarchy225
Head lice treatment and costs237
Melanoma 7 point check listOnline only*
OphthalmologyRefractive errors: glossary243
ENTCentor for strep sore throats260
Epworth sleepiness scoreOnline only*
CancerOvarian cancer symptoms and acronym268–269
Colorectal cancer 2ww criteria276
Child HealthIgE vs. non-IgE mediated allergy283
Anaphylaxis287
Red flags for serious illness302
Limp in children: cause by age307
Kocher's criteria for septic arthritis308
Older PeopleMnemonics for unintentional weight loss311
Anticholinergic burden scale324
Alternatives to antipsychoticsOnline only*
QFracture scoreOnline only*
Women's HealthHRT and breast cancer risk342
Herbal remedies for HRT: the evidence344
Family history breast cancer: referral criteriaOnline only*
Sexual HealthCOCP and missed pill rules360
COCP and VTE risk363–364
COCP and cancer risk366–367
Men's HealthEpididymo-orchitis management375
PSA cut-offs: normal ranges for age380
International Prostate Symptom Score388 & 417
AAA UK screening programmeOnline only*

* Online only indicates material available from the Online Handbook: www.gp-handbook.co.uk