Migraine red flags — GPhC CRA MCQ
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Correct answer: C — Refer urgently for assessment of possible TIA or stroke
Focal neurological symptoms and new headache require urgent assessment for TIA, stroke or other serious pathology. Triptans are inappropriate where a vascular event is possible and in uncontrolled hypertension. The pharmacist should not treat this as routine migraine. Delayed or symptomatic treatment could miss a time-critical diagnosis.
Reference: NICE CKS; BNF