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The comparison of the amino acid sequence of Cytochrome C different species shows many variations. Most of these variations are found
Randomly
Only in helical regions
Only in strand regions
Mainly in loop regions
0a
single
Reference satyanarayana 4e
Biochemistry
Respiratory chain
26b572dd-795e-4b8c-830f-8e119f2b1a94
Interval between primary and secondary case is called as?
Generation time
Serial interval
Incubation period
Lead time
1b
multi
The serial interval is generally estimated from the interval between clinical onsets, in which case it is the 'clinical onset serial interval' when these quantities are observable. It could, in principle, be estimated by the time interval between infection and subsequent transmission. Ref: 25th edition, Park's Textbook...
Social & Preventive Medicine
Epidemiology
7b89cf63-dcc8-4c30-bcd8-3ca15de94649
All the following diseases are associated with peripheral blood eosinophilia except :
Allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis (ABPA)
Loffler's syndrome.
Pulmonary eosinophilic granuloma
Chrug-Strauss syndrome
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Answer is C (Pulmonary eosinophilic granuloma) : All options mentioned in the question other than pulmonary eosinophilic granuloma are classified under this group of disorders termed 'pulmonary infiltrates with eosinophilia'. Pulmonary infiltrates with eosinophilia: (PIE, eosinophilic pneumonias). Constituted by distin...
Medicine
null
6c01a7ea-7c91-4842-820d-95b6dfc1aa94
Inhalational agent with lowest blood gas coefficient is:
Isoflurane
NO
Xenon
Enflurane
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single
Ans: (c) XenonRef. Stoelting's Pharmacology and Physiology in Anesthetic Practice, 4th edition 4.Blood gas partition coefficient (BG coefficient): It is ratio of solubility of a gas (inhalational agent) in blood and in the air (alveolar air)"Low the BG coefficient = Lesser the solubility of gas in blood = Rapid onset o...
Anaesthesia
General Anesthesia
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Type of human papilloma virus associated with cacinoma cervix -
Types 6, 12, 18
Types 16, 18, 31
Types 6, 8, 11
Types 3, 10, 19
1b
single
HPV 16&18 related to cervical cancer REF:ANATHANARAYANAN MICROBIOLOGY NINTH EDITION PAGE.553
Microbiology
Virology
3ddb7b5f-93fb-420b-a7d2-d7d53a38dee0
The cell type most typically seen in the Keratic precipitates of non-granulomatous uveitis is:
Polymorphonuclear cells
Lymphocytes
Plasma cells
Epitheloid cells
1b
multi
Ans. Lymphocytes
Ophthalmology
null
1afe2056-678b-4871-8d40-9b0fae6cdc40
First extensor compament of wrist have which of the following structures
Extensor pollicis brevis
Extensor carpi radialis longus
Extensor carpi radialis brevis
Extensor digiti minimi
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single
Tendon of extensor carpi radialis longus and extensor carpi radialis brevis pass through the second compament of extensor retinaculum.Tendon of extensor digiti minimi passes through the sixth compament.B D Chaurasia 7th edition Page no: 137
Anatomy
Upper limb
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Which of the following Enterovirus species causes Acute Hemorrhagic Viral Conjunctivitis.
Enterovirus 68
Enterovirus 69
Enterovirus 70
Enterovirus 71
2c
single
Acute hemorrhagic conjunctivitis is primarily caused by enterovirus 70. Acute hemorrhagic conjunctivitis (AHC) is an epidemic form of highly contagious conjnctivitis, characterized conjunctival hemorrhages. The first AHC outbreak was described in 1969 in Ghana, West Africa, and was called Apollo disease, from the Apoll...
Microbiology
Virology
4d42eff3-9cec-4645-bd73-d46349ab68d4
Safe water criteria include – a) Free from pathogensb) Free from harmful chemicalsc) Free from chlorined) Free from colour and odoure) Usable for agricultural purposes
acd
bcd
abc
abd
3d
single
Safe and wholesome water Water intended for human consumption should be both safe and wholesome. This has been defined as :- Free from pathogenic agents. Free from harmful chemical substances. Pleasant to the taste, i.e., free from colour and odour; and Usable for domestic purposes. Water is said to be polluted o...
Social & Preventive Medicine
null
7c6d1f8a-f325-4a35-a64c-6b349b620199
An HIV positive, 36 years old female on A councils. Which of the following 1st trimester markers of Down Syndrome would be affected by?
B-hcg
PAPP-A
NT
All of the above
0a
multi
Triple test It is a combined biochemical test which includes MSAFP,hCG,UE3 Used in detection of down&;s syndrome In an affected pregnancy level of MSAFP AND UE3 tend to be low and hCG is high performed at 15-18weeks D.C.DUTTA&;S TEXTBOOK OF OBSTETRICS,Pg no:106,7th edition
Gynaecology & Obstetrics
Diagnosis in obstetrics
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Disposable syringes are sterilized by ?
Autoclave
Cidex (2% glutaraldehyde)
Ethylene oxide
Hot air oven
2c
single
Ans. is 'c' i.e., Ethylene oxide "Ethylene oxide used mainly by industry for the sterilization of plastic and other thermolabile material that can not withstand heating" -- Greenwood 16th/e p. 74. Other methods for sterilization of heat labile instruments Ionizing radiation Formaldehyde in combination with subatmospher...
Social & Preventive Medicine
null
580af618-b29c-4a8a-986d-d256273343ed
False statement about Acyclovir is
Useful and efficient only for recurrent herpes infections
Inhibits thymidine kinase
Doesn't work on other viruses
Metabolized and excreted through kidneys
2c
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(C) Doesn't work on other viruses # ACYCLOVIR is an antiviral drug.> Acyclovir is active only againist herpes group of viruses.> Both simplex and varicella zoster have been found to develop resistance to acyclovir during therapy the former primarily due to mutants deficiency in thymidine kinase activity.> This deoxigua...
Pharmacology
Miscellaneous (Pharmacology)
9e585673-62ae-4921-98e4-df308f760765
Which of the following is the most common complication of this procedure?
Shunt stenosis
Capsular hemorrhage
Metabolic encephalopathy
Recurrent variceal bleed
2c
single
The procedure shown in the figure is TIPSS (TRANSJUGULAR INTRA -HEPATIC POO - SYSTEMIC SHUNT) - Non selective shunt A shunt is placed b/w right hepatic vein & right branch of poal vein & almost all blood is drained into IVC. Complications of TIPS 1. Encephalopathy (due to NH3) (M/C) 2. Stent stenosis 3. Stent thrombosi...
Surgery
Poal Hypeension
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Which enzyme converts Testosterone to dihydroxytestosterone?
Aromatase
5 a reductase
5 a hydroxylase
7 a hydroxylase
1b
single
Ans. is 'b' i.e., 5 a reductase* 5 a reductase is the enzyme which converts testosterone to dihydroxytestosterone (DHT).* Testosterone is sufficient to support male secondary sexual characteristics* Dihydroxytestosterone (DHT) is however, essential for male type external genitalia to get established. DHT is found to ha...
Biochemistry
Enzymes
a796c269-e73a-4df4-8c86-a165e3874e0c
Splenectomy is most useful in
Thrombocytopenia
Hereditary spherocytosis
H.S.purpura
Sickle cell anemia
1b
single
Ref Harrison 19 th ed pg 652 We do not have a causal treatment for HS; i.e., no way has yet been found to correct the basic defect in the membrane-cytoskeleton structure. Given the special role of the spleen in HS ), it has long been thought that an almost obligatory therapeutic mea- sure was splenectomy. Because this ...
Anatomy
Haematology
dee3d268-56a7-4285-ba15-ad05dc7a2f4c
Most common DRUG causing dependence?
Cannabis
Cocaine
Heroin
Amphetamine
0a
single
ANS - A.Cannabis Cannabis- 9 million users,192 million users(Acc. To WHO Drug repo 2018)Heroin (opioid derivative) -2.5 lakh usersIt is estimated that 275 million people used illicit drugs, such as cannabis, amphetamines, opioids, and cocaine, in 2016 which translates into an annual prevalence of illicit drug use of 5....
Psychiatry
null
d08b4204-b330-48c1-9346-5eaa281fdbbf
In a sedentary individual, greatest propoion of heat generation is in the form of:
BMR
Maintenance of body posture
Specific dynamic action of food
Non-shivering thermogenesis
0a
single
BMR Even when a person is at complete rest. Considerable energy is required to perform all the chemical reaction of body. This minimum level of energy required to exist is k/a - BMR, and accounts for 50 - 70 % energy expenditure in sedentary individual. Normal BMR - 1 Kcal / Kg / Hr. Per hour - 65 - 70 Kcal According t...
Physiology
Transpo Processes
caab1d5a-8c67-42cb-b5ec-aede56fee2c0
All of the following is true about physical properties of dentin except
Dentin has limited ability to distort and regain its shape
Inorganic component comprises of plate shaped hydroxyapatite crystals of diameter 35nm and thickness 10 nm
90% of the organic collagenous component mainly consists of Type 1 collagenous fiber
Non collagenous protein comprises of amelogenin
3d
multi
Non collagenous proteins of dentin are Decorin and Biglycans ----Prevents premature mineralization Dentin Phosphoprotein-----Acidic protein, helps in nucleation and crystal growth Dentin Sialoprotein-----it is ameloblastin like protein containing 10% sialic acid and helps in crystal growth.
Dental
null
b4c666dc-7ce8-4c32-8f73-34cd33238a55
Ulcer serpens caused by:
Pneumococcus
Corynebacterium
Moorens ulcer
Herpes virus
0a
single
Ans: a (Pneumococcus) Ref: AK khurana, 4th ed, p. 96Ulcer serpens:Hypopyon comeal ulcer by pneumococcusCreeping ulcer over cornea in serpeginous fashionUsually associated with violent iridocyclitisFormed due to iritis due to bacterial toxins causing outpouring of PMN cells; hence sterile( no invasion of bacteria)Organi...
Ophthalmology
Cornea
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Pelvis alone helps in -
95% sex determination
90% sex determination
75% sex determination
50% sex determination
0a
single
Ans. is 'a' i.e. 95% sex determination According to krogman, the degree of accuracy in sexing adult skeletal remains is :-* Pelvis plus skull - 98 %Long bones alone- 80 %Entire skeleton 100%Pelvis alone 95 %Skull alone 90 %
Forensic Medicine
null
3b694ada-ff22-455d-84a9-353b7a240a67
Typical finding in cardiac tamponade:
Absent 'Y' descent
Prominent 'a' wave
Absent 'a' wave
Prominent 'Y' wave
0a
single
Ans. A. Absent Y descentAbnormalities of JVPa. Raised JVP with normal waveform:a. Fluid overloadb. Right heart failureb. Raised JVP with absent pulsation: SVC obstructionc. Large a wave:a. Tricuspid stenosisb. Pulmonary stenosisc. Pulmonary artery Hypertension.d. Cannon a wave:a. Complete heart blockb. Junctional rhyth...
Medicine
C.V.S.
ee92d7d3-8499-4831-85ff-b8218eea3a88
True about tachyphylaxis is:
Direct sympathomimetics involved
Mechanism clearly understood
Ephedrine tachyphylaxis reversed with dopamine
Indirect sympathomimetics involved
3d
multi
Tachyphylaxis refers to rapid development of tolerance when doses of a drug repeated in quick succession result in marked reduction in response . This is usually seen with indirectly acting drugs , such as ephedrine , Tyramine , nicotine. From medical pharmacology padmaja 4th edition page no 70
Pharmacology
Autonomic nervous system
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False statement about common bile duct:
Lies in free margin of lesser omentum
Anterior to first pa of duodenum
Right to hepatic aery
Anterior to poal vein
1b
multi
B i.e. Anterior to first pa of duodenum- The bile duct ends by piercing the medial wall of 2nd pa of duodenumQ, 8-10 cm distal to pylorusQ usually after uniting with pancreatic duct to form hepaticopancreatic ampulla or ampulla of vater. Occasionally the pancreatic duct & bile duct open separately into the duodenum.Bil...
Anatomy
null
b5e9c2be-1125-43b5-8cc9-04200cffa116
National Family Health Survey is done every
6 months
1 year
5 years
10 years
1b
single
National family health survey is conducted during every 1 year Reference: Park&;s textbook of preventive and social medicine, 23rd edition
Social & Preventive Medicine
Demography and family planning
2f780380-3b03-4165-a281-b9f2d315cbab
Dilutionalhyponatremia is seen in -
Addison's disease
DI
Diuretic therapy
None
0a
multi
In Addison's disease in more advanced stages of adrenal destruction,serum sodium, chloride and bicarbonate levels are reduced,serum potassium level is elevated. Hyponatremia is due to both loss of sodium into urine and to movement into intracellular compament.(Harrison 17 pg 2264).-
Medicine
Endocrinology
e509aa94-d65c-4a1e-b68c-029c310f0fbe
Which of following antigen cell does not express MHC Class II - molecules -
Follicular cells thyroid
Microglia of brain
Langerhan's cells of skin
Dendritic cell of Lymphoid cells
0a
single
Ans. is 'a' i.e., Follicular cells thyroid
Pathology
null
5e4839f0-d990-4b89-bd7a-b42ecd201e18
Restriction fragment length polymorphism uses the technique of: UP 10; NIMHANS 11
Southern blotting
Nohern blotting
Western blotting
Eastern blotting
0a
single
Ans. Southern blotting
Forensic Medicine
null
c9f7e59b-def9-4800-afa0-59a6868d2cbb
Retinitis Pigmentosa is associated with all except –
Usher Syndrome
Marfan's Syndrome
Kearns – Sayre Syndrome
Bassen – Kornzweig Syndrome
1b
multi
Systemic syndrome associated with Retinitis Pigmentosa are Usher's syndrome, Hallgren's syndrome, Cockayne's syndrome, Refsum's syndrome, Laurence- Moon- Biedl syndrome, Bussen - Kornzweig (Abetalipoproteinemia) syndrome, Kearns - sayer syndrome, Friedreish's ataxia, Bardet - Biedle syndrome, NARP (Neuropathy, ataxia, ...
Ophthalmology
null
9c7f4b06-0bbd-448b-863e-0299f3171e78
AFP is increased in -
Endodermal sinus tumour
Teratoma
Dysgerminoma
Choriocarcinoma
0a
single
Ans-A
Unknown
null
b955f7bc-bc61-4662-9cbc-daa90b60986b
Mc Ewans triangle is located on
Mastoid antrum
Inner ear
Cochlea
Saccule
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single
MacEwen's triangle is bounded by temporal line,posterosuperior segment of bony external auditory canal and the line drawn as a tangent to the external canal. It is an impoant landmark to locate the mastoid antrum in mastoid surgery. Reference-Dhingra 6/e,p 6.
ENT
Ear
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The following are the hallmarks of nephrotic syndrome in children except
Gross hematuria
Hypoalbuminemia < 2.5 g/dL
Severe proteinuria >2 gm/m²/day
Edema
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multi
NEPHROTIC SYNDROME:- Characterised by massive proteinuria, hypoalbuminemia and oedema, hyperlipidemia is often associated. Some patients show hematuria and hypertension. Heavy proteinuria( more than 1g/metre square/day) is the underlying abnormality leading to hypoalbuminemia ( serum albumin below 2.5g/dl). The resul...
Pediatrics
null
eb7dc2e5-6728-44c9-9e2f-a28f027b9725
Main cytokine involved in erythema nodosum leprosum reaction is
IL 2
Interferon gamma
Tumour necrosis factor alpha
Macrophage colony stimulating factor
2c
single
Erythema nodosum leprosum rection is type II lepra rection .In this modules over skin are seen This is a type III hypersensitivity reaction . Main cytokine involve is TNF -alpha DOC - gluco-coicoids
Microbiology
Systemic Bacteriology (Gram Positive Bacilli, Gram Negative Bacilli)
e42a2469-a4fd-4008-b729-7f821862216f
"Hitler intended to improve German race by killing the weak and defective"- this is an example of:
Positive eugenics
Negative eugenics
Euthenics
Gene therapy
1b
single
Negative eugenics has little application in civilized world. People suffering from serious hereditary diseases may be sterilized or otherwise debarred from producing children. Ref: Park 21st edition page: 767.
Social & Preventive Medicine
null
b2699530-8315-4a18-894f-f2511f3c936e
Sequence of clinical trials is
NDA -FDA-NDA
FDA--NDA-FDA
FDA-Marketing-NDA
FDA-NDA-Post marketing surveillance
3d
single
(FDA-NDA-Post marketing survillance)
Pharmacology
General Pharmacology
68168fdc-1692-4673-943f-15b6ebab6f0d
All are signs of somatic death except ?
Cessation of respiration
Cessation of hea
Non-responding muscles
No response to external stimuli
2c
multi
Ans. is 'c' i.e., Non-responding muscles Death denotes death of human being (46 IPC). It is defined as cessation of life or cesation to exist. Death is of two types (1) somatic death (systemic death or clinical death) and (2) molecular death (cellular death). Somatic death (systemic death or clinical death) It is the c...
Forensic Medicine
null
d1e4f345-cd9e-4a3f-8b37-3cfd44c75c43
Nutrient aery to fibula arises from
Peroneal aery
Anterior- tibial aery
Posterior tibial aery
Popliteal aery
0a
single
Nutrient aery to fibula:- The peroneal aery gives off nutrient aery to fibula.Enters the bone on its posterior surface.Nutrient foramen directed downwards. {Reference: BDC 6E}
Anatomy
Lower limb
0ec8042e-973a-4d15-8fda-08cb20df17c8
Most dangerous Osteogenesis Imperfecta (OI) in utero foetus
Type 1 OI
Type 2 OI
Type 3 OI
Type 4 OI
2c
single
(C) Type 3 OI# Osteogenesis Imperfecta (OI): 4 different genes responsible for collagen production, and any combination, or all, of them can be affected. These combinations produce eight types of brittle bone disease, labeled as type 1 OI through type 8 OI. The first four types are the most common. Last 4 types are ext...
Pediatrics
Miscellaneous
eab30315-68cc-4153-930c-4aa7bb9771c2
What is the mechanism of acute rheumatic fever ?
Cross reactivity with endogenous antigen
Innocent by slender effect
Due to toxin secretion by streptococci
Release of pyrogenic cytokines
0a
single
Ans. is 'a' i.e., Cross reactivity with endogenous antigeno Various streptococcal components (specially strep. pyogenes) exhibit antigenic cross reaction with different tissues of the human body. The impoant ones are :Streptococcal component Human tissueCapsular hyaluronic acid synol fluidCell wall protein myocardiumGr...
Pathology
null
8f47b7ef-9bb9-46d9-8957-e5e89766d1ac
Iodine paicle ratio for Ionic dimer is
6:01
3:02
6:02
2:06
2c
single
Iodine paicles ratio: I: P Ionic monomer 3: 2 High osmolar Low Osmolar Ionic dimer 6: 2 Nonionic monomer 3: 1 Low osmolar Non-ionic dimer 6: 1 Iso-osmolar to plasma(290-300mosm)
Radiology
Contrast Agents
c2de7043-611d-4eb6-af7d-5c75cf83237a
Nullity of marriage is considered when -
Adultery in first 7 years
Infeility of husband
Assault in first 7 yrs
Age >55 years
1b
single
Ref:The essential of forensic medicine and toxicology Dr.K.S NARAYAN REDDY 32nd edition pg no 371 Nullity of marriage (S.12 Hindhu marriage Act) that is marriage never to have existed in law. A marriage can be nullified 1. when either pay was under the age of marriage contract 2. when one pay was of unsound mind or a m...
Forensic Medicine
Miscellaneous
4a55eda0-a818-4ea4-9d11-0650f242e2ff
All the following antimicrobial agents are used topically except –
Clotrimazole
Griseofulvin
Nystatin
Miconazole
1b
multi
Griseofulvin is used systemically for dermatophytosis. It is ineffective topically. Polyene Amphotericin B → Topically as well as systemically (oral, iv intrathecally. Nystatin, Hamycin, Natamycin (Pimaricin) → Topically. Hetrocyclic benzofuran Griseofulvin → Systemically (oral) Imidazoles Clotrimazole, econazole,...
Dental
null
b522d272-ac51-4ce3-a8cd-ca8dc7091bd9
All of the following are histological features of papillary carcinoma of thyroid, except:
Complex branching papillae with fibrovascular core
Orphan Annie eye nuclei and intranuclear grooves
Psammoma bodies
Amyloid deposits
3d
multi
Histological features of Papillary thyroid carcinoma: Papillary carcinomas contain branching papillae having fibrovascular stalk covered by a single to multiple layers of cuboidal epithelial cells. Nuclei of papillary carcinoma cells contain finely dispersed chromatin, which impas an optically clear or empty appearance...
Pathology
Thyroid Tumor
703969c2-bfc5-4498-a526-9be96d4e6f22
The most general term for the process by which the amount of active drug in the body is reduced after absorption into the systemic circulation is:
Excretion
Elimination
First pass metabolism
Distribution
1b
single
* If the amount of active drug reduces in the body before it enters the systemic circulation, it is called first pass metabolism, whereas if the amount of active drug reduces in body after it enters systemic circulation, it is called elimination. *Elimination is the term used for termination of action of a drug. * It i...
Pharmacology
Pharmacokinetics
81ab6954-cbcc-4ba5-b9a5-c0eba9dbbbb7
The following pair of drugs acts as protectors of cancer chemotherapy?
Dexrazoxane and Filgrastim
Folinic acid and folic acid
Amefostine and Acrolein
Magnesium and sargramostim
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Dexrazoxane prevents cardiotoxicity of anticancer antibiotics like doxorubicin by increasing the action of superoxide dismutase-mediated inhibition of free radicles. Filgrastim is used for bone marrow protection and new cell line formation. Ref: HL Sharma 3rded. Pg: 878
Pharmacology
Chemotherapy
2f022b79-b260-410d-ad10-b5ab712742a4
S shaped eyelid is seen in
Arterio venous fistula
Ulcerative blepharitis
Plexiform neurofibroma
Horner's syndrome
2c
single
Plexiform neurofibromas - Bag of worm consistency and S shaped eyelid deformity.
Ophthalmology
null
ea8acf0d-f59a-4095-97fb-85531a4a77b9
Best test to detect iron deficiency in community is:
Serum transferrin
Serum ferritin
Serum iron
Hemoglobin
1b
single
Evaluation of iron status in the body can be done by: Serum ferritin: 'Most sensitive tool for evaluation of iron status' , especially in populations with low prevalence of anemia. Hemoglobin concentration: A relatively insensitive index of nutrient depletion. Serum iron concentration: Normal range is 0.80 - 1.80 mg/L....
Social & Preventive Medicine
Vitamins and Nutritional Deficiencies
6de0597a-2758-4540-a98e-9d2fe4ee6a93
Viral enterotoxin is detected as a possible of mechanism pathogeneis in -
Adenovirus
Rotavirus
Calcivirus
Astrovirus
1b
single
Rotavirus produce pathogenicity by production of enterotoxins. REF:Textbook of microbiology, Ananthanarayan and Paniker. Page no.: 561
Microbiology
Virology
8cf0bad0-d4df-486c-9aff-ec21373f2d36
A patient presents to you with the features of biliary obstruction. He gives history of the consumption of fish while on the trip. Which of the following is most probable etiology
Clonorchis sinensis
Ancylostoma
Strongyloides
Enterobius
0a
single
Ans. a. Clonorchis sinensis
Surgery
null
02f45a16-1b7d-4bf5-a2b5-247ed39f7c33
According to The Workmen's Compensation Act, 1923, which of the following is considered an occupational disease?
Typhoid
Anthrax
Tetanus
Dengue
1b
single
Ans. b. Anthrax (Ref: style="font-size: 1.04761904761905em; font-family: Times New Roman, Times, serif; margin: 0 0 0 8px; text-indent: 0">According to The Workmen's Compensation Act, 1923, Anthrax is considered an occupational disease.List of Occupational Diseases as per Employee Compensation Act 1923 (Workmen Compens...
Social & Preventive Medicine
Occupational Health
2da18416-e7fd-4079-9099-05618a8da885
Lanatoprost used topically in glaucoma primarily acts by:
Decreasing aqueous humour formation
Increasing uveoscleral outflow
Releasing pupillary block
All
1b
multi
B i.e. Increased uveoscleral outflow Prostaglandin analogues (e.g. latanoprost Q, unprostone, bimatoprost, travoprost) lower intraocular pressure by stimulating a prostanoid receptor in ciliary muscle. This causes the release of matrix metalloproteinases and increase the uveoscleral outflow. Q Latanoprost lower IOP by ...
Ophthalmology
null
af4e3b0f-4651-42de-81e7-f9fac0864483
Factors which help in descent of presenting pa during labour are all except
Uterine contraction and retraction
Straightening of the fetal axis
Bearing down effos
Resistance from the pelvic floor
3d
multi
Factors facilitating descent are Uterine contraction and retraction Bearing down effos Straightening of the fetal ovoid specially after rupture of membranes
Anatomy
General obstetrics
18fdba45-7ca8-4ed2-8296-07b9d2cb84e0
Type of collagen forming basement membrane of kidney
I
II
III
IV
3d
single
Type IV collagen is abnormal, so basement membrane of kidney glomerular apparatus is abnormal. Hence, hematuria is seen, which will eventually progress to kidney failure.Ref: DM Vasudevan, page no: 583
Biochemistry
membrane structure and function
a34017f1-f190-4a2f-9e52-93c1147cce2b
A 24-year-old woman presents to the emergency department with symptoms of fever, chills and rigors. On physical examination, she looks unwell; the temperature is 39.4degC, blood pressure 100/60 mm Hg, pulse 110/min, and oxygen saturation 95%. There is a 3/6 pansystolic murmur at the right sternal border, which increase...
septic emboli
cardiac failure with prerenal azotemia
a high level of circulating immune complexes
fungal disease
2c
single
Glomerulonephritis, arthritis, and many of the mucocutaneous lesions are secondary to circulating immune complexes. The clinical manifestations of infective endocarditis are a result of three factors: (1) direct infection in the heart, (2) septic emboli, and (3) high levels of circulating immune complexes. Renal emboli...
Medicine
Infection
0129ef28-93ff-496f-9880-2bb9289ece2f
Nasolacrimal duct runs in the nasolacrimal canal. It is made up of all the following bones except
Maxillary bone
Inferior nasal conchae
Lacrimal bone
Ethmoid
3d
multi
Answer- D. EthmoidNasolacrimal CanalThe canal containing the nasolacrimal duct is called the nasolacrirnal canal.It is formed by indentations in the inferior nasal conchae, maxilla and lacrimal bone.It drains to-into the nasal cavity through the anterior poion of the inferior meatus which is between the inferior concha...
Ophthalmology
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2bed401d-132f-4010-a78d-29bc8cf7b2dc
Consider the following
Cholesterosis
Adenomyomatosis
Polyposis
Cholelithiasis
0a
single
.
Surgery
G.I.T
809e21d2-803b-478f-84a3-f6d741449b7c
Siltuximab is used in treatment of ?
Castlemans disease
Sezary syndrome
Ankylosing spondylitis
Non hodgkins lymphoma
0a
single
Ans. is 'a' i.e., Castleman's diseaselRef: Multiple myeloma, an issue of hematology oncology clinics E boohKenneth C Anderson p. 9171Siltuximab (Anti IL-6):IL-6 is produced by the stromal cells of the bone marrow, and plays a crucial role in the proliferation and survival of multiple myeloma cells.
Pharmacology
null
c47f08fd-68fa-4b15-a443-e70b5fdcf021
Effect of parasympathetic stimulation on saliva production is
Causes high volume, thick viscous secretion
Causes small volume, watery secretion
Causes high volume, watery secretion
Causes small volume, thick viscous secretion
2c
multi
Regulation of saliva production : Parasympathetic ⇒ High volume, watery enzyme rich secretion. Sympathetic ⇒ small volume,.thick viscous mucus  secretion.
Physiology
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87fd5d6a-f90e-416f-8360-05325a51a889
Collection of which of the following in anterior chamber, is known as hyphaema: March 2011, March 2013
Pus
Blood
Fluid
None of the above
1b
multi
Ans. B: Blood Collection of blood in anterior chamber (forming a sediment at the bottom, the surface of which is level) may occur after contusions or spontaneously is known as hyphaema Hyphema It is blood in the anterior chamber of the eye. It may appear as a reddish tinge, or it may appear as a small pool of blood at ...
Ophthalmology
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Chloride responsive alkalosis causes -
Recurrent vomiting
Bater's syndrome
Milk alkali syndrome
Over dose of diuretics
0a
single
Chloride responsive metabolic alkalosis : Causes : Cl- loss GIT : vomiting, Cl- losing diarrhea Renal : thiazides, furosimide Sweat loss: cystic fibrosis. Ref: Harrison&;s 19thE
Medicine
Fluid and electrolytes
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Fetal exsanguination can occur if -
Vasa previa
Placentaprevia
Polyhydramnios
Oligohydramnios
0a
single
Ans. is 'a' i.e., Vasa previa Vasa previao In it a leash of blood vessels happens to traverse through the membranes overlying the internal os, in front of presenting part. Rupture of membranes involving the overlying vessels leads to vaginal bleeding. As it is entirely fetal blood, this may result in fetal exsanguinati...
Gynaecology & Obstetrics
Hydramnios and Oligo Hydramnios
ad4a108c-b67f-479e-86b4-06546d408d76
Which of the following is the usual presenting symptom of pseudocyst in pancreatitis?
Abdominal swelling
Abdominal pain
Persistent vomiting
Early satiety and postprandial fullness
1b
single
Pseudocysts are caused by pancreatitis in 90% of cases and by trauma in 10%. Approximately 85% are located in the body or tail of the pancreas. Some patients have two or more pseudocysts. Abdominal pain is the usual presenting complaint. Reference: Harrisons Principles of Internal Medicine, 18th Edition, Page 2642
Medicine
null
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A lady with 32wks and 3 days of pregnancy presents with vaginal bleeding. A recent USG done on her mentioned a placenta pre. in which of the following situation it is possible to do a conservative management ?
Fetal hea rate of 86/min
Intra Uterine Fetal Death
Transverse lie
Significant bleeding making mother hemodynamically unstable
2c
multi
APH in placenta pre First episode of bleeding in placenta Pre usually subsides with conservative management in 90% of cases. Thus APH prior to 34 weeks may be managed conservatively. This is the basis of the Mcaffee Jhonsons conservative management in APH due to placenta pre Conservative management is contraIndicated w...
Gynaecology & Obstetrics
Antepaum Haemorrhage
991e3b31-33bd-48f7-8ce3-29243c256121
. True about polio is all except:
Sabin vaccine is attenuated, oral vaccine
Salk is a killed formalized vaccine used
Vaccine induced polio is usually due to Type 2 virus
Most common type of virus in epidemics is Type 1
2c
multi
Vaccine induced polio" is usually due to Type 2 virus
Social & Preventive Medicine
null
543f8353-f75e-4026-88c7-f7493b44fdf0
Masticatory space constitutes the following spaces except:
Pterygomandibular space
Submassetric space.
Submandibular space.
Temporal space
2c
multi
Masticatory space consists of sub masseteric space, pterygomandibular space, superficial and deep temporal spaces/pouches.
Surgery
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A 22yrs old male suffer from decreased sleep, increased sexual activity, excitement and spending excessive money for 8 days. The diagnosis is
Confusion
Mania
Hyperactivity
Loss of memory
1b
single
Symptomatic profile of the patient suggests the diagnosis, Characteristic Feature of Mania: Elation of Mood Delusion of Grandeur Increased psychomotor activity (usually goal oriented) Speech and thought: More talkative Pressure of speech, use playful language Flight of ideas Reduced sleep Over activity and poor judgmen...
Psychiatry
Mood Disorders
16837dc7-fbb8-4b21-b10e-b3dc4090337f
Job functions of Health Assitant males are ?
ORS distribution
Collect Smear from any fever case
Collection of sputum smear from having person prolonged cough
All
1b
multi
Ans. is 'b i.e. Collect Smear from any fever case ORS distribution is function of Health Worker Mule & Female"- Park "Collection of sputum smear from having person prolonged cought is function ofHealth Worker mule" Health Assistants (Male and Female) J Under the multipurpose v orker's scheme the health assistant male a...
Social & Preventive Medicine
null
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TRUE/FALSE about solitary thyroid nodule are: 1. Mostly benign in young patients 2. Hot nodule indicate malignancy 3. Diffuse hyperplasia of thyroid 4. Common in females 5. Thyroidectomy done
1,2,3 True & 4,5 false
1,3,5 true & 2,4 false
1,2,3 false & 4,5 true
None is true
2c
multi
A solitary thyroid nodule is a palpable discrete swelling within an otherwise apparently normal thyroid gland. Few impoant points about solitary thyroid nodule: STN is more common in females than males. The incidence of STN increases with age. Solitary nodules, in general are more neoplastic than the multiple nodules. ...
Surgery
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A 55-year-old lady presenting to OPD with postmenopausal bleeding for 3 months has a 1x1 mm nodule on the anterior lip of cervix, the most appropriate investigation to be done subsequently is
Pap smear
Punch biopsy
Endocervical curettage.
Colposcopy
1b
single
Ans. B. Punch biopsyPunch biopsy is required in all cases in which there is visible area of redness, an iodine negative area or an area of colposcopic abnormality.A cone biopsy and curettage should be done when cytologic examination reveals moderate or severe dysplasia, carcinoma in situ, or perhaps invasive carcinoma.
Gynaecology & Obstetrics
Miscellaneous (Obs)
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Starlings law implies
Increased VR- increased CO
Increased discharge - increased CO
Increased HR- increased CO
Increased BP- increased CO
0a
single
This intrinsic ability of the hea to adapt to increasing volumes of inflowing blood is called the frank starling mechanism. Basically, the Frank-Starling mechanism means that the greater the hea muscle is stretched during filling, the greater is the force of contraction and the greater the quantity of blood pumped into...
Physiology
Cardiovascular system
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Thiopentone is contraindicated in -
Acute intermittant porphyria
Electro convulsive therapy
Sarcoidosis
Diabetic patients
0a
single
Ans. is 'a' i.e., Acute intermittant porphyria o Thiopentone is contraindicated in acute intermittant porphyria.1. Thiopentoneo It is an ultrashort acting barbiturate.o It has short duration of action due to rapid redistribution.o It causes fall in BP due to vasodilatation - Cardiovascular collapse may occur if hypovol...
Anaesthesia
Miscellaneous General Anesthesia
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Predisposing cause for Ca. stomach is except -
Chr. gastric atrophy
Hyperplastic polyp
Metaplasia grade III intestine
Pernicious anemia
1b
multi
Of the given options, hyperplastic polyp carries the least risk. In fact it carries a very small risk (< 2%) Note that if we follow strictly to the terminology mentioned in Maingots & Schwartz, none of the given options are Predisposing factors; all these are premalignant condition. But I think examiners are not rigi...
Surgery
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7ee97280-c369-4483-91bb-d41711374953
Most common renal condition in HIV patient is?
Mesangial proliferation
Focal segmental glomerulosclerosis
Membranous glomerulonephritis
Minimal change disease
1b
single
ANSWER: (B) Focal segmental glomerulosclerosisREF: Harrisons Internal Medicine 17til edition Chapter 182. Human Immunodeficiency VirusDisease: AIDS and Related DisordersHIV NEPHROPATHY:Diseases ofthe kidney or genitourinary tract maybe a direct con sequence of HIV infection, due to an opportunistic infection or neoplas...
Medicine
Glomerular Diseases
f2db47da-2a9b-4244-ab72-7fb372b1fa70
Causes of restrictive cardiomyopathy are -
Amyloid
Sarcoidosis
Storage disease
All of the above
3d
multi
Restrictive cardiomyopathy is characterised by a primary decrease in ventricular compliance , resulting in impaired ventricular filling during diastole. Restrictive cardiomyopathy can be idiopathic or associated with systemic disease that also happen to affect the myocardium for example radiation fibrosis, amyloidosis,...
Pathology
Cardiovascular system
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Most common presentation of adult rhinosporidiosis is-
Halitosis
Pain
Anosmia
Polypoidal mass
3d
single
Rhinosporidiosis presents as soft leafy polypoidal mass.
ENT
null
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Decreased teeth enamel is seen in all except:
Hyperparathyroidism
Cushing syndrome
Fluorosis
Ostcomalacia
2c
multi
Ans. Fluorosis
Social & Preventive Medicine
null
392d04dd-c2ae-42e4-a7da-5ed7defdabfc
All are seen in Marasmus except –
Hepatomegaly
Muscle wasting
Voracious appetite
Weight loss
0a
multi
Hepatomegaly is seen in kwashiorkor (not in marasmus). Marasmus It is characterized by gross wasting of muscle and subcutaneous tissues resulting in emaciation and marked stunting. There is no oedema. Body weight is less than 60% expected. Fat in adipose tissues is severely depleted. However, the buccal pad of fat is...
Pediatrics
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Which of the following is true about malaria -
Size of RBC is enlarged in Vivax infection
Size of RBC is enlarged in Falciparum infection
Schuffner's dots are seen in Malariae
Relapse is seen in Falciparum infection
0a
multi
vivax falciparum malariae ovalae RBC Enlarged, pale, with Schuffner's dots Normal size, Maurer's clefts, sometimes basophilic stippling Normal, occasionally Ziemann's stippling Enlarged, oval Schuffner's dots fimbriated,prominent TEXTBOOK OF MEDICAL PARASITOLOGY,CKJ PANIKER,6TH EDITION,PAGE NO 75
Microbiology
parasitology
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Common dose dependent side effects of ethambutol is:
Red-urine
Optic neuritis
Nephropathy
Peripheral neuropathy
1b
single
Ethambutol (E): Ethambutol is selectively tuberculostatic and clinically as active as S. Fast multiplying bacilli are more susceptible as are many atypical mycobacteria. Added to the triple drug regimen of RHZ it has been found to hasten the rate of sputum conversion and to prevent development of resistance. The mechan...
Pharmacology
Chemotherapy
bab3570f-1813-42d5-962f-854fa8ed925c
As compared to Cow's milk, Human milk has:
More proteins
Less carbohydrates
More iron
Less of Vitamins
2c
single
Human milk contains higher quantities of Lactose Iron water Vit- A, C Cysteine, Taurine Linoleic acid, lenolenic acid, PUFA Casein: whey ratio Cow milk contain high quantities of Energy Proteins Fats Vit-B, D Na+, K+ Methionine Casein: whey ratio Hence, Comparative contents of nutrients given: Protein : Cow > Human Lac...
Social & Preventive Medicine
Paediatric Care in RCH: BW, BL, PEM, Breast Feeding
449bd3dd-5502-4bb6-a11e-ef7faec934a5
Jeep disease is also known as: March 2008
Anal incontinence
Hemorrhoids
Pilonidal sinus
Anal fissure
2c
single
Ans. C: Pilonidal sinus
Surgery
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0777d993-2d4e-43ed-8d35-6dfb6ac49b64
A child 14 years of age come to emergency depament with a history of blunt trauma abdomen. On examination Ballance's sign is found to be positive, otherwise the child is stable. Which of the following is not true statement?
A palpable tender mass can be felt in the left upper quadrant with persistent dullness
It is due to extracapsular or subcapsular hematoma ( of spleen )
Managed with Conservative treatment
Splenectomy is required
3d
multi
As the child is stable, conservative management should be done. " 70% to 90% of children with splenic injury are successfully treated without operation, and 40% to 50% of adult patients with splenic injury nonoperatively in large volume trauma centres". "Splenectomy may be safer option, especially in the unstable patie...
Surgery
null
37af15ae-0908-49d1-880d-868bbd1bd623
Bonney's test demonstrates:
Stress urinary incontinence
Urge incontinence
Overflow
All of the above
0a
multi
Ans. is a, i.e. Stress urinary incontinenceRef: Telinde 9th/ed, pl035-37Bonney's test is performed in the clinical evaluation of SUL In the Bonney's test, two fingers are placed in the vagina at the UV junction on either side of the urethra and the bladder neck is elevated.On straining or coughing, leakage of urine ind...
Gynaecology & Obstetrics
Urinary Fistulas
b8219267-f570-4d62-94c0-0a801aac7dd2
The commonest cause of visual loss in AIDS is which one of the following
Toxoplasmosis
Herpetic retinitis
CMV retinitis
HIV retinitis
2c
single
Ans. (c) CMV retinitisRef Kanski, p. 442; John Hopkins HIV guide p. 60CMV retinitis is the most commonQ opportunistic ocular infection amongst patients with AIDS and is the most common cause of Visual morbidityQ
Ophthalmology
Uveal Tract
c3fd0c92-0803-449d-af25-8638bd3788bc
Most common cause of intracranial bleed is: March 2005
Berry aneurysm
Hypeension
Coagulopathy
Diabetes
1b
single
Ans. B: Hypeension Causes of intracranial bleed: Hypeension (Most common) Aeriovenous malformation Aneurysmal rupture Cerebral amyloid angiopathy Intracranial neoplasm Coagulopathy Hemorrhagic transformation of an ischemic infarct Cerebral venous thrombosis Sympathomimetic drug abuse Sickle cell disease Eclampsia or po...
Medicine
null
f0fdd0e2-3f1c-4df5-bc91-200bdf824457
Which of the following statement is true for physiological jaundice in neonate?
Occurs in the first 6 hours of delivery
Neurological sequelae are common
Best treated by phototherapy
Stas on 2nd day of life
3d
multi
Most neonates develop visible jaundice due to elevation of unconjugated bilirubin concentration during their first week. This common condition is called Physiological jaundice. It lasts for 5 days in term infants & 7 days in preterm infants. It doesnot require any treatment & disappers spontaneously. In pathological ja...
Pediatrics
null
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A chronic smoker taking 20 cigarettes per day developed a chronic cough. His family suggested quitting cigarettes. He is ready to quit but thinks that quitting will make him irritable. Which of the following option best describes the stage of behaviour change
Precontemplation and Preparation
Contemplation and Cost analysis
Persuasion
Belief
2c
multi
This is called cycle of change given by Prochaska and declemente and it is called cycle of change and comprises of the following steps as listed below. Patient here want to stop and also thinks the side effects that may arise due to stopping of the substance, this is the cjarecterstic of pre contemplation stage. * Ref....
Psychiatry
Treatment in psychiatry
427400b4-1c6b-4148-b389-c3be2c4f2a9e
Botulism is a disease of ?
Neural transmission caused by the toxin of the bacterium clostridium botulinum
Muscular transmission caused by the toxin of the bacterium clostridium botulinum
Neuromuscular transmission caused by the toxin of the bacterium clostridium botulinum
Non neuromuscular transmission caused by the toxin of the bacterium clostridium botulinum
2c
single
Ans. is 'c' i.e., Neuromuscular transmission caused by the toxin of the bacterium clostridium botulinum Botulinum Toxin Cl. botulinum produces a powerful exotoxin that is responsible for its pathogenicity. The toxin differs from other exotoxins in that it is not released during the life of organism. It is produced intr...
Microbiology
null
3bcaa526-870a-43a7-a714-f4e8a2e259ae
Most important prognostic indicator for wilms tumor
Nuclear grade
Histological type
Size
Pathological staging
1b
single
Histology is Most important prognostic indicator for wilms tumor Stage of tumor is Most important prognostic indicator for RCC.
Surgery
null
77e21f23-9ab8-4636-8f70-fd420d9a66a8
Which of the following methods is commonly employed in delivery of aftercoming head in breech presentation ?
Burn-Marshall method
Forceps delivery
Mauriceau Smellie-veit method
Pinard's manoeuvre
0a
multi
Burn-Marshall method
Gynaecology & Obstetrics
null
afa48154-5d7f-4289-8ba4-97ff47f9e128
Which of the following enzymes is believed to be deficient in Parkinsonism?
DOPA Decarboxylase
Tyrosine Hydroxylase
Phenylalanine Hydroxylase
Dopamine oxidase
1b
single
Answer is B (Tyrosine Hydroxylase): Tyrosine Hydroxylase is the most impoant (critical) enzyme, deficiency which leads to Parkinson's disease The main biochemical charachteristic of Parkinson's Disease is the reduction of neurotransmitter and the dopamine synthesizing enzyme system including Tyrosine Hydroxylase (7'H) ...
Medicine
null
5b98b3e9-0647-4f7c-86d9-9e7ded9abaed
"International prognostic index" for lymphoma includes the following prognostic factors except:
Stage of disease
Number of extralymphatic sites involved
LDH
Hemoglobin and Albumin
3d
multi
Answer is D (Hemoglobin and Albumin) `International prognostic index' does not include Hemoglobin and Albumin as prognostic factors. Prognostic Factors according to International Prognostic Index for NHL 1 . AgeQ : (Age 60 years carries adverse prognosis) 2. Stages : (Ann Arbor stage III or IV carries adverse prognosis...
Medicine
null
77ceab7b-adb6-44fb-8627-c06b7892a048
All are radiological features of sickle cell anemia except
Veebra plana
Floating teeth
Bone infarct
Marrow hyperplasia
1b
multi
B. i.e. Floating teeth
Radiology
null
45d56622-3c6e-420a-b6c3-251aeb158dd8
Gottron's papules Seen in?
SLE
MTCD
Dermatomyositis
Rheumatoid arthritis
2c
single
ANSWER: (C) DermatomyositisREF: Harrison's 17th ed ch: 388DERM ATOM YOSITIS:DM is a distinctive entity identified by a characteristic rash accompanying, or more often preceding, muscle weakness.[?] Heliotrope rash: The rash may consist of a blue-purple discoloration on the upper eyelids with edema[?] Gottron's sign: A ...
Skin
Autoimmune Skin Disorders
23e56972-e251-4112-963e-2d101580aa56
Which of he following enzyme is involved in the catabolism of fructose to pyruvate in the liver?
Glucokinase
Phosphoglucomutase
Lactate-dehydrogenase
Glyceraldehyde-3-phosphate Dehydrogenase
3d
single
Fructose is a ketohexose presents in fruits, honey, and sucrose. Fructose is promptly metabolized by the liver. Fructose is phosphorylated by fructokinase, an enzyme present in the liver with a high affinity for fructose to Fructose-1-phosphate. Then Fructose-1-phosphate is then cleaved to Glyceraldehyde by aldolase-B....
Biochemistry
null
b8d1ea5b-ef97-48b3-a714-15783fc3ad98
Salivary amylase is inactivated by
Enteropeptidase
Low pH of stomach
High pH of intestine
None
1b
multi
Salivary amylase is secreted by the salivary glands.The oral pH is about 7.0 and it is the optimum pH for the action of salivary amylase.The pH of stomach is about 1.2 and this inhibit the action of salivary amylase.(Ref: Ganong&;s Review of medical physiology)
Physiology
G.I.T
1c7463ed-1970-4599-9738-b62423ede67d
Asbestos used in ?
Painting
Bakery
Cement production
Cotton industry
2c
single
Ans. is 'c' i.e., Cement production Asbestos is the commercial name given to ceain types of fibrous material. They are silicates of varying composition; the silica is combined with such bases as magnesium, iron, calcium, sodium and the aluminium. Asbestos is of two types-serpentine or chrysolite variety and the amphibo...
Social & Preventive Medicine
null
2075f317-47fa-4632-b7c3-7dfc87f0cf87
Which of the following is the most important bedside measurement from which volume status can be assessed
JVP
ECG
Pulse rate
None of the above
0a
multi
JVP is the single most important bedside measurement to estimate the volume status. The internal jugular vein is preferred because the external jugular vein is valved and not directly in line with the superior vena cava and right atrium.
Medicine
null
bb6c88e0-87f7-49da-87c0-f37c6db1ddf7
Leptospira is a
Virus
Fungus
Spirochete
Rickettsiae
2c
single
Ans. c (Spirochete). (Ref. Harrison, Chap. 171)LEPTOSPIROSIS# Leptospira is a spirochetal organism causing leptospirosis or Weils disease.# It is characterized by renal failure, jaundice and fever.# It disappears from blood after 1st week, blood examination is helpful only in early stages.# EMJH media can be used to cu...
Microbiology
Spirochetes
2842822f-b1de-429b-ad47-7302e509ac74
A 56-year-old woman has nausea due to chemotherapy for breast cancer. Droperidol is effective in reducing nausea because it blocks wof
5-HT 2 receptors in the CTZ
Glucocoicoid receptors in the vomiting center
Dopamine receptors in the CTZ
ACh receptors in the periphery
2c
single
NEUROLEPTICS The older neuroleptics(phenothiazines, haloperidol) are potent antiemetics; act by blocking D2 receptors in the CTZ; antagonize apomorphine induced vomiting and have additional antimuscarinic as well as H1 antihistaminic propey. They have broad spectrum antiemetic action effective in: (a) Drug induced and ...
Pharmacology
Gastrointestinal tract
023e9c92-cf02-42ee-8723-e986e0d70cf9
Superior orbital fissure syndrome is frequently caused by:
Carotid aneurysms
Meningioma
Arachnoiditis
All of the above
3d
multi
Ans. All of the above
Ophthalmology
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