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Ulcerative colitis flare — GPhC CRA MCQ

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ModerateGastrointestinal TherapeuticsUlcerative colitis flareGPhC CRA

A patient with ulcerative colitis has worsening bloody diarrhoea, abdominal pain and fever. What is the most appropriate action?

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Correct answer: B — Refer urgently for assessment of a possible acute severe flare or infection

Systemic symptoms with bloody diarrhoea can indicate severe colitis or infection. In this scenario, the pharmacist should prioritise safe supply, appropriate counselling and timely referral or clarification where needed. This is the single best answer because the other options would either delay assessment, ignore a clinically significant risk, or create an unsafe legal or professional outcome.

Reference: https://www.pharmacyregulation.org/students-and-trainees/pharmacist-education-and-training/registration-assessment