A 66-year-old man with sudden painless monocular vision loss; fundus shows cherry-red spot and pale retina. Best immediate action?...

Question

A 66-year-old man with sudden painless monocular vision loss; fundus shows cherry-red spot and pale retina. Best immediate action?

Accepted Answer

Immediate stroke pathway referral and ocular massage while arranging specialist care

Answer

Urgent carotid Doppler only

Answer

Start oral aspirin and review in a week

Answer

Start high-dose steroids

Answer

CT orbit urgently

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