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Familial adenomatous polyposis is characterized by all except
Autosomal recessive transmission
More than 100 polyps in colorectal area
Polyps seen in duodenum
Extra-intestinal manifestations are present
0a
multi
Familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP) Is a rare, inherited condition caused by a defect in the adenomatous polyposis coli (APC) gene - located in 5q 21 chromosome. FAP is autosomal dominant- >50% chance of inheritance in family members Has > 100 adenomatous polyps 100% RISK of malignancy Polyp formation - by 15 yrs. 100...
Surgery
JIPMER 2017
Question: Familial adenomatous polyposis is characterized by all except Options: A. Autosomal recessive transmission B. More than 100 polyps in colorectal area C. Polyps seen in duodenum D. Extra-intestinal manifestations are present
A
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In Steiner's analysis, SNA demonstrates:
Position of mandible in relation to cranial base
Position of maxilla in relation to cranial base
Maxillo-mandibular relationship
None of the above
1b
multi
Relating the Maxilla to the Skull: The angle SNA is formed by joining the lines S-N and N-A . The mean reading for this angle is 82°. Steiners analysis demonstrates the position of maxilla and mandible in relation to the cranial base.  If the angular reading is more than 82°, it would indicate a relative forward positi...
Dental
null
Question: In Steiner's analysis, SNA demonstrates: Options: A. Position of mandible in relation to cranial base B. Position of maxilla in relation to cranial base C. Maxillo-mandibular relationship D. None of the above
B
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. Sulphasalazine is NOT used for the treatment of-
Crohn's disease
Rheumatoid ahritis
Sarcoidosis
Ulcerative colitis
2c
single
Sulhasalazine is not used for treatment of sarcoidosis As a treatment for sarcoidosis, these drugs are most likely to be effective in people who have skin symptoms or a high level of calcium in their blood. Hydroxychloroquine (Plaquenil) and chloroquine (Aralen) are antimalarial drugs that are used to treat sarcoidosis...
Medicine
Miscellaneous
Question: . Sulphasalazine is NOT used for the treatment of- Options: A. Crohn's disease B. Rheumatoid ahritis C. Sarcoidosis D. Ulcerative colitis
C
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Post traumatic stress disorder is differentiated from other anxiety disorders by which of the following symptoms?
Nightmares
Re-living of past adverse event
Hypervigilance
Avoidance
1b
single
This question is not about the diagnostic features of PTSD. This is about the differential diagnosis. PTSD is an anxiety disorder and it shares symptoms with other disorders. Impoant features in distinguishing the condition are given below. Differential diagnosis: Point 1: Etiologically significant trauma should be pre...
Psychiatry
null
Question: Post traumatic stress disorder is differentiated from other anxiety disorders by which of the following symptoms? Options: A. Nightmares B. Re-living of past adverse event C. Hypervigilance D. Avoidance
B
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Which muscle is responsible for unlocking of knee?
Popliteus
Quadriceps femoris
Semitendinosus
Semimembranosus
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single
Ans. A PopliteusRef: BDC, vol II pg. 155* Quadriceps femoris is the main and only extensor of knee.* It produces locking action as a result of medial rotation of the femur during the last stage of extension.* To reverse this lock popliteus muscle comes into action and does so by the lateral rotation of femurRemember: L...
Anatomy
Lower Extremity
Question: Which muscle is responsible for unlocking of knee? Options: A. Popliteus B. Quadriceps femoris C. Semitendinosus D. Semimembranosus
A
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Polymorphic ventricular tachycardia can occur when terfenadine(antihistaminic):
Is coadministrator with azithromycin
Is coadministrator with fluconazole
Is given in higher doses
Reduces QT interval
2c
single
Torsades de pointes (polymorphic ventricular tachycardia) occurs when terfenadine is taken in higher doses or when hepatic metabolism is impaired by disease or by drugs which inhibit the cytochrome P450 responsible for metabolism of terfenadine. Drugs include erythromycin, clarithromycin, ketoconazole and itraconazole....
Pharmacology
null
Question: Polymorphic ventricular tachycardia can occur when terfenadine(antihistaminic): Options: A. Is coadministrator with azithromycin B. Is coadministrator with fluconazole C. Is given in higher doses D. Reduces QT interval
C
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Which component transfers four protons:
NADH-Q Oxidoreductase
Cytochrome -C oxidase
Cytochrome C - Q oxidoredictase
Isocitrate Dehydrogenase
0a
single
A i.e. NADH-Q Oxidoreductase; C i.e. Cytochrome C-Q oxidoreductase
Biochemistry
null
Question: Which component transfers four protons: Options: A. NADH-Q Oxidoreductase B. Cytochrome -C oxidase C. Cytochrome C - Q oxidoredictase D. Isocitrate Dehydrogenase
A
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All of the following are true about Asthma, Except:
Charcol Leydin crystals may be seen in sputum
Reversible Airflow obstruction is a characteristic feature
Large airways are involved
Small airways are not involved
3d
multi
Answer is D (Small airways are not involved): Asthma involves both large and small airways but alveoli are not involved Charcot Leyden crystals may be seen in sputum: Pathology by woolf lsr (1998)/434 Sputum from Asthmatics show ceain characteristic features, including charcot leydencrystas The microscopically identifi...
Medicine
null
Question: All of the following are true about Asthma, Except: Options: A. Charcol Leydin crystals may be seen in sputum B. Reversible Airflow obstruction is a characteristic feature C. Large airways are involved D. Small airways are not involved
D
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In emergency, which aery can be safely ligated ?
Internal iliac
Popliteal
Renal aeryInternal carotid
All
0a
multi
Ans. is 'a' i.e. Internal iliac
Surgery
null
Question: In emergency, which aery can be safely ligated ? Options: A. Internal iliac B. Popliteal C. Renal aeryInternal carotid D. All
A
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Late metabolic acidosis is seen in-
Term infant given formula feed
Preterm baby getting cow milk
Long term breast feeding
None of the above
1b
multi
Ans. is 'b' i.e., Preterm baby getting cow milk Late metabolic acidosis (LMA) o Late metabolic acidosis is a special type of acidosis in apparently healthy premature infant. o This hyperchloremic acidosis appeares during second and third week of life, and resolves spontaneously within a couple of weeks. Definition "An ...
Pediatrics
null
Question: Late metabolic acidosis is seen in- Options: A. Term infant given formula feed B. Preterm baby getting cow milk C. Long term breast feeding D. None of the above
B
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Chemotherapeutic drugs can cause?
Only necrosis
Only apoptosis
Both necrosis and apoptosis
Anoikis
2c
multi
Ans. is 'c' i.e., Both necrosis and apoptosis o Injurious stimuli, e.g., radiation, cytotoxic anticancer durgs, heat and hypoxia, can induce apoptosis if the insult is mild, but large doses of same stimuli result in necrotic cell death.
Pathology
null
Question: Chemotherapeutic drugs can cause? Options: A. Only necrosis B. Only apoptosis C. Both necrosis and apoptosis D. Anoikis
C
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Which of the following nerve is involved in Frey's syndrome?
Trigeminal
Mandibular
Ariculo temporal
Lingual
2c
single
Syndrome (Gustatory Sweating) aka auriculotemporal syndrome: Frey's syndrome arises as a complication of parotid surgery usually manifesting several months after the operation. lt is characterised by sweating and flushing of the preauricular skin during mastication causing nuisance to the person or social embarrassment...
Surgery
null
Question: Which of the following nerve is involved in Frey's syndrome? Options: A. Trigeminal B. Mandibular C. Ariculo temporal D. Lingual
C
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Opening of mouth is caused by:
Lateral pterygoid
Medial pterygoid
Temporalis
Masseter
0a
single
Ans. A Lateral pterygoidRef: Grays, 41st ed. pg. 507-508* The primary function of the lateral pterygoid muscle is to pull the head of the condyle out of the mandibular fossa along the articular eminence to protrude the mandible.* The effort of the lateral pterygoid muscles acts in helping lower the mandible and open th...
Anatomy
Neuroanatomy
Question: Opening of mouth is caused by: Options: A. Lateral pterygoid B. Medial pterygoid C. Temporalis D. Masseter
A
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All are true about streptococcus Except
M-protein is responsible for production of mucoid colonies
M-protein is responsible for virulence
Mucoid colonies are virulent
Classified based on their haemolytic propeies.
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multi
Mucoid colonies are due to the production of the capsule of hyaluronic acid not due to M-protein. Growth characteristic of Strep. pyogenes: On blood agar, virulent stains form matt or mucoid colonies while avirulent from glossy colonies. M, T, R are proteins found on the outer pa of the cell wall and forms the basis of...
Microbiology
All India exam
Question: All are true about streptococcus Except Options: A. M-protein is responsible for production of mucoid colonies B. M-protein is responsible for virulence C. Mucoid colonies are virulent D. Classified based on their haemolytic propeies.
A
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What is monitored in a patient of Pre eclamsia ?
Uric acid
Platlet count
LFT
All of the above
3d
multi
Ans. is 'd' i.e. All of the abov Investigations in a case of Pre eclampsia* URINE for proteins/albumin. 24 hours urine protein* CBC: There is hemoconcentration so HB values are false elevated. Low platlets indicate HELLP syndrome* Sr uric acid: It is a biochemical marker of preeclampsia. Raised levels (>4.5 mg/dl) indi...
Gynaecology & Obstetrics
Miscellaneous (Gynae)
Question: What is monitored in a patient of Pre eclamsia ? Options: A. Uric acid B. Platlet count C. LFT D. All of the above
D
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In a young female of reproductive age an absolute contraindication for prescribing oral contraceptive pills is:
Diabetes
Hypertension
Obesity
Impaired liver function
3d
single
Ans-D i.e., Impaired liver function Repeat Q No 173 (Nov. 2004)Absolute contraindications include:A personal h/O thromboembolic venous, arterial or cardiac disease or severe or multiple risk factor for these. Transient cerebral ischaemic attacks without a headache.Infective hepatitis, until 3 months after liver functio...
Unknown
null
Question: In a young female of reproductive age an absolute contraindication for prescribing oral contraceptive pills is: Options: A. Diabetes B. Hypertension C. Obesity D. Impaired liver function
D
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A tracheostomised patient, with poex tracheostomy tube, in the ward, developed sudden complete blockage of the tube. Which of the following is best next step in the management?
Immediate removal of the tracheostomy tube
Suction of tube with sodium bicarbonate
Suction of tube with saline
Jet ventilation
0a
multi
Immediate removal of the tracheostomy tube is best next step in the management in the above case -Suction of tube with sodium bicarbonate is done to avoid the blockage. -Suction of the tube with saline can't be used when there's a complete obstruction. - Jet ventilation is done below the level of larynx, when we're ope...
ENT
Ca Larynx
Question: A tracheostomised patient, with poex tracheostomy tube, in the ward, developed sudden complete blockage of the tube. Which of the following is best next step in the management? Options: A. Immediate removal of the tracheostomy tube B. Suction of tube with sodium bicarbonate C. Suction of tube with saline D. ...
A
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All of the following are well recognised predisposing factors for adult respiratory distress syndrome, except:
Multiple blood transfusions
Septicemia
Status asthmaticus
Toxic gas inhalation
2c
multi
Status asthmaticus is an example of type 2 respiratory failure while ARDS is type 1 respiratory failure. All other choices lead to cytokines release and damage the alveoli leading to ARDS.
Medicine
Respiratory Failure
Question: All of the following are well recognised predisposing factors for adult respiratory distress syndrome, except: Options: A. Multiple blood transfusions B. Septicemia C. Status asthmaticus D. Toxic gas inhalation
C
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Gottron papules is seen in ?
Dermatomyositis
Scleroderma
Sarcoidosis
Behcets syndrome
0a
single
Ans. is 'a' i.e., Dermatomyositis
Skin
null
Question: Gottron papules is seen in ? Options: A. Dermatomyositis B. Scleroderma C. Sarcoidosis D. Behcets syndrome
A
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Which among the following is the BEST irrigating fluid during ECCE?
Ringer lactate
Normal saline
Balanced salt solution
Balanced salt solution + glutathione
3d
single
BSS plus a balanced salt solution enhanced with bicarbonate, dextrose and glutathione. It is specially used for surgeries requiring prolonged irrigation such as phacoemulsification, pars plana vitrectomy and automated extracapsular cataract extraction. Balanced sterile solution is a sterile physiologically balanced irr...
Ophthalmology
null
Question: Which among the following is the BEST irrigating fluid during ECCE? Options: A. Ringer lactate B. Normal saline C. Balanced salt solution D. Balanced salt solution + glutathione
D
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Acute Gouty ahritis is seen early in treatment following -
Probenecid
Allopurinol
Rasburicase
All of the above
3d
multi
All of the above Rapid lowering of urate level in chronic gout, by any means, may precipitate an attack of acute gout, probably by causing the dissolution of tophi. o It is therefore usual to give prophylactic suppressive treatment with indomethacine, colchicine or steroid cover during first 2 months of allopurinol or ...
Pharmacology
null
Question: Acute Gouty ahritis is seen early in treatment following - Options: A. Probenecid B. Allopurinol C. Rasburicase D. All of the above
D
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Chandler's index is associated with: September 2006
Round worm
Hook worm
Pin worm
Tape worm
1b
single
Ans. B: Hook worm Morbidity and moality from hookworm infection depend much on the worm load. Chandler worked out an index on the basis of an average number of hookworm eggs per gram of feces for the entire community, Chandler's index is still used in epidemiological studies of hookworm disease. By this index, worm loa...
Social & Preventive Medicine
null
Question: Chandler's index is associated with: September 2006 Options: A. Round worm B. Hook worm C. Pin worm D. Tape worm
B
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Heparin is the commonly used anticoagulant in cardiac surgery. All of the following are true about heparin except-
Weakest acid found in living things
Most commercial preparations of heparin now utilize pig intestinal slimes
Act via Antithrombin activation
Produce thrombocytopenia
0a
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Ans. is 'a' Weakest acid found in living organism Heparin is a direct acting anticoagulant Chemical nature and preparationHeparin is a sulfated mucopolysaccharide which occurs in the secretory granules of mast cells.It is the strongest organic acid in the body and in the solution it carries an electronegative charge.It...
Pharmacology
Anticoagulants and Coagulants
Question: Heparin is the commonly used anticoagulant in cardiac surgery. All of the following are true about heparin except- Options: A. Weakest acid found in living things B. Most commercial preparations of heparin now utilize pig intestinal slimes C. Act via Antithrombin activation D. Produce thrombocytopenia
A
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One of the following is the first enzyme to be released at the site of wound?
Aminopeptidase
ATPase
Acid phosphatase
Alkaline phosphatase
1b
single
Ref - Krishan Vij textbook of forensic medicine and toxicology 5e pg - 202
Forensic Medicine
Mechanical injuries
Question: One of the following is the first enzyme to be released at the site of wound? Options: A. Aminopeptidase B. ATPase C. Acid phosphatase D. Alkaline phosphatase
B
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Sign of diabetic ketoacidosis is-
Loss of sweating
Depression
Dehydration
Absent deep tendon reflexes
2c
single
Physical findings of diabetic ketoacidosis are tachycardia, dehydration/hypotension, hypothermia, tachypnea/Kussmaul respirations/ respiratory distress, abdominal tenderness (may resemble acute pancreatitis or surgical abdomen), lethargy/obtundation/cerebral edema/possibly coma. Reference : page 2418 Harrison's Princip...
Medicine
Endocrinology
Question: Sign of diabetic ketoacidosis is- Options: A. Loss of sweating B. Depression C. Dehydration D. Absent deep tendon reflexes
C
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Which of the following drug is used in scabies as single oral dose agent: March 2011
Permethrin
Retinoids
Ivermectin
Co-trimoxazole
2c
single
Ans. C: Ivermectin Ivermectin is used as single oral dose of 200 microgram/ kg body weight It can be repeated after 2 weeks It is indicated in epidemics of scabies in orphanages and Norwegian scabies Scabies: Incubation period: 4 weeks Pathognomic lesion: Burrow, which lies in stratum corneum MC site in infants: Scalp,...
Skin
null
Question: Which of the following drug is used in scabies as single oral dose agent: March 2011 Options: A. Permethrin B. Retinoids C. Ivermectin D. Co-trimoxazole
C
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Most common complication after ERCP is
Acute Pancreatitis
Acute cholangitis
Acute cholecystitis
Duodenal perforation
0a
single
Complication perforation(1.3%)/hemorrhage (1.4%),pancreatitis (4.3%) and sepsis (3-30%). Bailey & Love 26th, 208
Surgery
G.I.T
Question: Most common complication after ERCP is Options: A. Acute Pancreatitis B. Acute cholangitis C. Acute cholecystitis D. Duodenal perforation
A
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Progesterone production in the ovary is primarily by:
Stroma
Corpora albicans
Corpora lutea
Mature follicles
2c
single
null
Physiology
null
Question: Progesterone production in the ovary is primarily by: Options: A. Stroma B. Corpora albicans C. Corpora lutea D. Mature follicles
C
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Which of the following clinical situations is associated with an increase in predominantly conjugated ("direct") bilirubin?
Physiologic jaundice of the neonate
Kernicterus Following Rhesus Incompatibility
Gilbe's Syndrome
Pancreatic head tumor
3d
single
Of the conditions listed, only pancreatic head tumors are associated with an increase in conjugated ("direct") bilirubin (obstructive jaundice). Increased levels of unconjugated ("direct") bilirubin result from hemolysis over liver defects that impair uptake or conjugation mechanism in liver cells (Gilbe's syndrome, Cr...
Surgery
null
Question: Which of the following clinical situations is associated with an increase in predominantly conjugated ("direct") bilirubin? Options: A. Physiologic jaundice of the neonate B. Kernicterus Following Rhesus Incompatibility C. Gilbe's Syndrome D. Pancreatic head tumor
D
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The use of kinematic face bow is contraindicated in the edentulous patients because
It has to be used on the mandibular ridge
Recording base may be unstable on the edentulous mandible
Movement of bases may lead to inaccuracy in recording hinge axis
All of the above
3d
multi
null
Dental
null
Question: The use of kinematic face bow is contraindicated in the edentulous patients because Options: A. It has to be used on the mandibular ridge B. Recording base may be unstable on the edentulous mandible C. Movement of bases may lead to inaccuracy in recording hinge axis D. All of the above
D
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Regarding carcinoma Gallbladder true statement
Squamous cell carcinoma is the most common
Present with jaundice
Good prognosis
65% survival after surgery
1b
multi
Clinical features Most commonly presents with right upper quadrant pain often mimicking cholecystitis and cholelithiasis Weight loss, jaundice and abdominal pain are less common presenting symptoms Chronic cholecystitis with a recent change in quality or frequency of the painful episodes in 40% patients Malignant bilia...
Anatomy
G.I.T
Question: Regarding carcinoma Gallbladder true statement Options: A. Squamous cell carcinoma is the most common B. Present with jaundice C. Good prognosis D. 65% survival after surgery
B
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Which anaesthetic agent increases intracranial tension among the following
Thiopentone
Propofol
Lignocaine
Sevoflurane
3d
single
All inhalational anaesthetics directly act on cerebral blood vessels→vasodilatation→increase cerebral blood flow→ increase intracranial tension
Anaesthesia
null
Question: Which anaesthetic agent increases intracranial tension among the following Options: A. Thiopentone B. Propofol C. Lignocaine D. Sevoflurane
D
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Granules of Eleidin are present in which of the following layer?
Stratum corneum
Stratum lucidum
Stratum spinosum
Stratum basale
1b
single
Stratum Lucidum - Also called clear cell layer. Present only in skin of palms and soles. Translucent due to presence of refractile Eleidin granules
Dental
Layers of epidermis, dermis
Question: Granules of Eleidin are present in which of the following layer? Options: A. Stratum corneum B. Stratum lucidum C. Stratum spinosum D. Stratum basale
B
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Which of the following drug is a long acting beta–2 agonist ?
Albuterol
Salmeterol
Pirbuterol
Orciprenaline
1b
single
null
Pharmacology
null
Question: Which of the following drug is a long acting beta–2 agonist ? Options: A. Albuterol B. Salmeterol C. Pirbuterol D. Orciprenaline
B
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Antidepressant drug used in nocturnal enuresis is:
Imipramine
Fluoxetine
Trazodone
Seraline
0a
single
Sleep related enuresis- Treatment Bed alarms (behavioral therapy)- TOC Desmopressin (DOC) Imipramine (TCA Antidepressant)
Psychiatry
Sleep Disorders
Question: Antidepressant drug used in nocturnal enuresis is: Options: A. Imipramine B. Fluoxetine C. Trazodone D. Seraline
A
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Five days after an uneventful cholecystectomy, an asymptomatic middle-aged woman is found to have a serum sodium level of 125 mEq/L. Which of the following is the most appropriate management strategy for this patient?
Administration of hypeonic saline solution
Restriction of free water
Plasma ultrafiltration
Hemodialysis
1b
single
The initial, and often definitive, management of hyponatremia is free-water restriction. Symptomatic hyponatremia, which occurs at serum sodium levels less than or equal to 120 mEq/L, can result in headache, seizures, coma, and signs of increased intracranial pressure and may require infusion of hypeonic saline. Rapid ...
Anaesthesia
Preoperative assessment and monitoring in anaesthesia
Question: Five days after an uneventful cholecystectomy, an asymptomatic middle-aged woman is found to have a serum sodium level of 125 mEq/L. Which of the following is the most appropriate management strategy for this patient? Options: A. Administration of hypeonic saline solution B. Restriction of free water C. Plas...
B
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Reversible cause of dementia is -
Alzheimer's disease
Parkinsonism
Hypothyroidism
Vascular dementia
2c
single
Ans. is 'c' i.e., Hypothyroidism Causes of dementiaReversible causesSurgically treatableMedically treatableo Normal pressure hydrocephaluso Brain tumors (frontal lobe tumor)o Meningiomao Subdural hematoma (Head injury)o Hydrocephaluso Hypothyroidismo Depressiono HIV infectiono Alcohol abuseo Vitamin B12, Folate, Niacin...
Psychiatry
Dementia Due to Metabolic Causes
Question: Reversible cause of dementia is - Options: A. Alzheimer's disease B. Parkinsonism C. Hypothyroidism D. Vascular dementia
C
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A obese female having hirsutism on laboratory investigation has high level of LH and androgens. Likely cause is-
PCOS
Exogenous steroid ingestion
Turner syndrome
Kleinfelter syndrome
0a
single
Ans. is 'a' i.e., PCOS o The clinical and laboratory features of the patient described in the question match with those of PCOS as depicted in the table. So the most appropriate answer is PCOS.Clinical features of polycystic ovarian diseaseClinical featureHannonalSequelaeo Young womano | E2. levelo Diabaetes (15%)o Cen...
Gynaecology & Obstetrics
Disorders of Ovulation - Anovulation
Question: A obese female having hirsutism on laboratory investigation has high level of LH and androgens. Likely cause is- Options: A. PCOS B. Exogenous steroid ingestion C. Turner syndrome D. Kleinfelter syndrome
A
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Which of the following is a feature of papillon lefevre syndrome?
destructive periodontitis
palmar-plantar keratosis
calcification of dura
all the above
3d
multi
null
Dental
null
Question: Which of the following is a feature of papillon lefevre syndrome? Options: A. destructive periodontitis B. palmar-plantar keratosis C. calcification of dura D. all the above
D
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All are used in the management of head injury patient except?
Neuromuscular paralysis
Nor-epinephrine
Sedation
Glucocoicoids
3d
multi
Glucocoicoids are useful for management of vasogenic edema from tumor or brain abscess. In contrast glucocoicoids are avoided in case of head trauma, ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke. Norepinephrine or pressor therapy is used to maintain a MAP to maintain CPP> 60 mm Hg. Sedation is done with propofol or midazolam. Neuro...
Medicine
Raised ICP and Brain death
Question: All are used in the management of head injury patient except? Options: A. Neuromuscular paralysis B. Nor-epinephrine C. Sedation D. Glucocoicoids
D
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Not a premalignant condition: March 2005
Retinitis pigmentosa
Crohn's disease
Ulcerative colitis
Leukoplakia
0a
single
Ans. A: Retinitis pigmentosaGIT premalignant conditionsOf the four major primary small-bowel tumors (adenocarcinomas, lymphomas, carcinoid, and leiomyosarcomas), adenocarcinomas and lymphomas are associated with diseases that seem to increase the risk of developing these malignancies.Immunoproliferative small intestina...
Medicine
null
Question: Not a premalignant condition: March 2005 Options: A. Retinitis pigmentosa B. Crohn's disease C. Ulcerative colitis D. Leukoplakia
A
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Which of the following is false about Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy
Due to major catecholamine discharge
Lv Contractile dysfunction
Presents with acute chest pain
Echo never reverts back to normal
3d
multi
Echo comes back to normal in two weeks.
Medicine
null
Question: Which of the following is false about Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy Options: A. Due to major catecholamine discharge B. Lv Contractile dysfunction C. Presents with acute chest pain D. Echo never reverts back to normal
D
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In rheumatic heart disease, infective endocarditis is detected by echocardiogram and the largest vegetations seen are due to-
Streptococcus viridans
Staphylococcus aureus
Candida albicans
Salmonella typhi
2c
single
null
Medicine
null
Question: In rheumatic heart disease, infective endocarditis is detected by echocardiogram and the largest vegetations seen are due to- Options: A. Streptococcus viridans B. Staphylococcus aureus C. Candida albicans D. Salmonella typhi
C
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Hereditary non-polyposis colorectal cancer (HNPCC) has an increased risk of all the following except
Endometrium
Ovary
Stomach
Pancreas
3d
multi
Hereditary non-polyposis colorectal cancer (Lynch syndrome)Hereditary non-polyposis colorectal cancer (HNPCC) is characterised by an increased risk of colorectal cancer and also cancers of the endometrium, ovary, stomach and small intestine.It is an autosomal dominant condition caused by a mutation in one of the DNA mi...
Surgery
G.I.T
Question: Hereditary non-polyposis colorectal cancer (HNPCC) has an increased risk of all the following except Options: A. Endometrium B. Ovary C. Stomach D. Pancreas
D
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Iodine RDA is -
300 microgram
500 microgram
150 microgram
50microgram
2c
single
Ans. is 'c' i.e., 150 microgram o The RDA of iodine for adults is 150 microgram.GroupRecommended daily intakePreschool children (0-59 months)School children (6 - 12 years)Adults (>12 years)Pregnancy and lactation90 meg120 meg150 meg250 meg
Social & Preventive Medicine
Nutrition and Health
Question: Iodine RDA is - Options: A. 300 microgram B. 500 microgram C. 150 microgram D. 50microgram
C
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Spanish windlass was practices in Spain as a method of execution. It is a type of:
Bansdola
Mugging
Garrotting
Hanging
2c
single
Garrotting Garrotting: One of the methods of hemicidal strangulation The victim is attacked from behind without warning and strangled by grasping throat or by throwing a ligature over the neck and tightening it quickly. In this way a single assailant can kill a healthy robust adult. Garrotting was practices as a mode o...
Forensic Medicine
null
Question: Spanish windlass was practices in Spain as a method of execution. It is a type of: Options: A. Bansdola B. Mugging C. Garrotting D. Hanging
C
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Dispropoionately increased blood urea levels compared to serum creatinine (urea creatinine ratio 20:1) can be seen in the following except -
Prerenal failure
CCF
Intrinsic renal failure
Hypovolemia
2c
multi
Intrinsic or intrarenal acute renal failure (ARF) occurs when direct damage to the kidneys causes a sudden loss in kidney function. The most common causes of intrinsic acute renal failure are acute tubular necrosis (ATN), acute glomerulonephritis (AGN), and acute interstitial nephritis (AIN) . Ref Harrison20th edition ...
Medicine
Kidney
Question: Dispropoionately increased blood urea levels compared to serum creatinine (urea creatinine ratio 20:1) can be seen in the following except - Options: A. Prerenal failure B. CCF C. Intrinsic renal failure D. Hypovolemia
C
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For RNA, which blotting technique is used -
Western blot
Northern blot
Southernblod
None
1b
multi
Ans. is 'b' i.e., Northern blot TechniqueSample analyzedGel usedProbeSouthern blotDNAQYesRadioactive DNAAllele specific oligonucleotide (ASO)DNANoAllele specific oligonucleotideMicroarravm-RNA or c-DNANoDNA probeNorthern blotRNAQYesDNA probeWestern (immuno) blotProtein QYesLabeled antibody QSouth Western blotProtein DN...
Biochemistry
Molecular Biology Techniques
Question: For RNA, which blotting technique is used - Options: A. Western blot B. Northern blot C. Southernblod D. None
B
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Which bacteria acts by inhibiting protein synthesis?
Pseudomonas
Staphylococcus
Streptococcus
Klebsiella
0a
single
Ans. is 'a' i.e., Pseudomonas
Microbiology
null
Question: Which bacteria acts by inhibiting protein synthesis? Options: A. Pseudomonas B. Staphylococcus C. Streptococcus D. Klebsiella
A
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Panthothenic acid is coenzyme of which of the following reaction (s):
Dehydrogenation
Oxidation
Decarboxylation
Acetylation
3d
single
D i.e. Acetylation Pantothenic acid is necessary for synthesis of coenzyme A (CoA)Q, which functions as a coenzyme for acetylation reactionsQ
Biochemistry
null
Question: Panthothenic acid is coenzyme of which of the following reaction (s): Options: A. Dehydrogenation B. Oxidation C. Decarboxylation D. Acetylation
D
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Delusion that someone from high socio economic status is loving you is in -
Othello syndrome
Capgras syndrome
De clerambault syndrome
Franklin syndrome
2c
single
null
Psychiatry
null
Question: Delusion that someone from high socio economic status is loving you is in - Options: A. Othello syndrome B. Capgras syndrome C. De clerambault syndrome D. Franklin syndrome
C
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Oesophageal motility disorder are best diagnosed by?
Barium studies
Endoscopy
24 hour pH monitoring
Manometry
1b
single
Answer is B (Endoscopy): Dysphagia for solids alone suggests a probable mechanical cause for dysphagia such as carcinoma, stricture or esophageal web. The investigation of choice for such cases is Endoscopy.
Medicine
null
Question: Oesophageal motility disorder are best diagnosed by? Options: A. Barium studies B. Endoscopy C. 24 hour pH monitoring D. Manometry
B
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Quinine given to a patient of falciparum malaria caused sweating and palpitation, the likely cause is?
Cinchonism
Hyperglycemia
Hypoglycemia
Hypokalemia
2c
single
Ans. is 'c' i.e., Hypoglycemia o Sweating and palpitations suggest hypoglycemia; which can occur due to quinine. Cinchonism is characterized by ringing in ears, nausea, vomiting, veigo, headache, mental confusion, difficulty in hearing and vision. Hypotension and cardiac arrhythmias develop on rapid i.v. injection.
Pharmacology
null
Question: Quinine given to a patient of falciparum malaria caused sweating and palpitation, the likely cause is? Options: A. Cinchonism B. Hyperglycemia C. Hypoglycemia D. Hypokalemia
C
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Good pasture's syndrome is characterized by all of the following, except:
Glomerulonephritis
Leucocytoclastic Vasculitis
Diffuse alveolar haemorrhage
Presence of antibodies to Basement Membrane
1b
multi
Answer is B (Leucocytoclastic Vasculitis) Leucocytoclastic vasculitis is not a typical feature of Good pasture's syndrome Triad of Goodpasture's syndrome (Ferri 's Color Atlas & Text of Clinical Medicine) Glomerulonephritisdeg (RPGN; crescents) Pulmonary HaemorrhageQ (Diffuse Alveolar Haemorrhage) Antibodies to basemen...
Medicine
null
Question: Good pasture's syndrome is characterized by all of the following, except: Options: A. Glomerulonephritis B. Leucocytoclastic Vasculitis C. Diffuse alveolar haemorrhage D. Presence of antibodies to Basement Membrane
B
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Main source of energy derived from
Fat
Glycogen
Lactate
Ketone
1b
single
Glycogen is the reserve carbohydrate in animals. It is stored in liver and muscles.The phosphorylated enzyme is less sensitive to allosteric inhibitors. Thus even if cellular ATP and glucose-6-phosphate are high, Phosphorylase will be active. The glucose-1-phosphate produced from glycogen in the liver may be conveed to...
Biochemistry
Metabolism of carbohydrate
Question: Main source of energy derived from Options: A. Fat B. Glycogen C. Lactate D. Ketone
B
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Reverse Coarctation is seen in
Giant cell arteritis
Takayasu arteritis
Polyarteritis nodosa
Microscopic polyangitis
1b
single
Reverse Coarctation ;weak or absent pulse in upper limb + pulse present in lower limb.
Medicine
null
Question: Reverse Coarctation is seen in Options: A. Giant cell arteritis B. Takayasu arteritis C. Polyarteritis nodosa D. Microscopic polyangitis
B
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Measures involved in sentinel surveillance includes all of the following except.
Identifying missing cases in notification of diseases
Identifying new cases of infection
Identifying old and new cases
Identifying cases free of disability
3d
multi
Ans. (d) Identifying cases free of disability* Surveillance: Is the ongoing systematic collection and analysis of data and the provision of information which leads to action being taken to prevent and control a disease, usually one of an infectious nature* Surveillance is of many types:- Passive Surveillance: Data is i...
Social & Preventive Medicine
Concept of Control
Question: Measures involved in sentinel surveillance includes all of the following except. Options: A. Identifying missing cases in notification of diseases B. Identifying new cases of infection C. Identifying old and new cases D. Identifying cases free of disability
D
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Which of the following drug crosses placenta
Heparin
Warfarin
Dicumarol
Nicoumalone
1b
single
(Warfarin) (601-KDT6th)* WARFARIN - It crosses placenta and is secreted in milk however quantity of active form is generally insufficient to affect the suckling infants* HEPARIN - does not cross BBB or placenta**- It is the anticoagulant of choice during pregnancy*** Bleeding due to overdose is the most serious complic...
Pharmacology
Hematology
Question: Which of the following drug crosses placenta Options: A. Heparin B. Warfarin C. Dicumarol D. Nicoumalone
B
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Vocal cord palsy is not associated with -
Vertebral secondaries
Left atrial enlargement
Bronchogenic carcinoma
secondaries in mediastinum
0a
single
null
ENT
null
Question: Vocal cord palsy is not associated with - Options: A. Vertebral secondaries B. Left atrial enlargement C. Bronchogenic carcinoma D. secondaries in mediastinum
A
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Thymic hypoplsia is seen in which of the following
Wiskott Aldrich syndrome
Digeorge syndrome
IgA deficiency
Agammaglobulinamia
3d
single
Ref Robbins 9/e p224 Thymic Hypoplasia: DiGeorge Syndrome DiGeorge syndrome results from a congenital defect in thymic development with deficient T cell maturation. T cells are absent in the lymph nodes, spleen, and peripheral blood, and infants with this defect are extremely vulnera- ble to viral, fungal, and protozoa...
Anatomy
General anatomy
Question: Thymic hypoplsia is seen in which of the following Options: A. Wiskott Aldrich syndrome B. Digeorge syndrome C. IgA deficiency D. Agammaglobulinamia
D
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Rett's syndrome occurs due to deficiency of ?
Niacin
Biotin
Carotene
Vit D
1b
single
Ans. is 'b' i.e., Biotin
Pediatrics
null
Question: Rett's syndrome occurs due to deficiency of ? Options: A. Niacin B. Biotin C. Carotene D. Vit D
B
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The Triat in which the parents are clinically normal and only siblings are affected but males and females are affected in equal propoions is:
AD
AR
XLD
XLR
1b
multi
AR
Pathology
null
Question: The Triat in which the parents are clinically normal and only siblings are affected but males and females are affected in equal propoions is: Options: A. AD B. AR C. XLD D. XLR
B
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Vitamin K is ivolved in the posttranslational modification?
Glutamate
Aspartate
Leucine
Lysine
0a
single
null
Biochemistry
null
Question: Vitamin K is ivolved in the posttranslational modification? Options: A. Glutamate B. Aspartate C. Leucine D. Lysine
A
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True about primary peritonitis
Mostly monobacterial
It is chemical peritonitis proceeds secondary peritonitis
Needs peritoneal lavage
Occurs with Cirrhosis of liver
3d
multi
(D) Occurs with Cirrhosis of liver # # PRIMARY (SPONTANEOUS) BACTERIAL PERITONITIS> Peritonitis is either primary (without an apparent source of contamination) or secondary.> The types of organisms found and the clinical presentations of these two processes are different. In adults, primary bacterial peritonitis (PBP) ...
Surgery
Miscellaneous
Question: True about primary peritonitis Options: A. Mostly monobacterial B. It is chemical peritonitis proceeds secondary peritonitis C. Needs peritoneal lavage D. Occurs with Cirrhosis of liver
D
0397f010-664b-4e76-90fc-8256260db0fe
Osgood Schlatter disease is associated with osteochondritis of
Patella
Femur medial condyle
Tibial tubercle
Femur lateral condyle
2c
single
Types of Osteochondritis and Nomenclature Traction apophysitis (chronic strain injuries) Tibial Tuberosity Osgood-Schlatter Calcaneum Sever The lower pole of patella Sinding-Larsen&;s
Microbiology
All India exam
Question: Osgood Schlatter disease is associated with osteochondritis of Options: A. Patella B. Femur medial condyle C. Tibial tubercle D. Femur lateral condyle
C
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Datura seeds resemble -
Ricinus communis
Capsicum
Opium
None
1b
multi
↵The seeds of datura closely resemble those of the capsicum universally used over India as a condiment, and the difficulty of their detection is enhanced by the fact that, apart from the bitterness, the poison-seeds have little taste and as impure salt is generally used in India.
Forensic Medicine
null
Question: Datura seeds resemble - Options: A. Ricinus communis B. Capsicum C. Opium D. None
B
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Measles is infective for:
One day before and 4 days after rash
Four days before and five days after rash
Entire incubation period
Only during scabs falling
1b
multi
Measles/English Measles is spread through respiration (contact with fluids from an infected person&;s nose and mouth, either directly or through aerosol transmission), and is highly contagious -- 90% of people without immunity sharing a house with an infected person will catch it. The infection has an average incubatio...
Microbiology
All India exam
Question: Measles is infective for: Options: A. One day before and 4 days after rash B. Four days before and five days after rash C. Entire incubation period D. Only during scabs falling
B
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True about Caspases is?
Involved in apoptosis
Cause necrosis
Involved in pain pathway
Are cytokines inhibitor
0a
multi
ANSWER: (A) Involved in apoptosisREF: Robbins pathology 7th edition page 27-29Caspases are essential in cells for apoptosis, or programmed cell death, in development and most other stages of adult life, and have been termed "executioner" proteins for their roles in the cell Some Caspases are also required in the immune...
Pathology
Apoptosis
Question: True about Caspases is? Options: A. Involved in apoptosis B. Cause necrosis C. Involved in pain pathway D. Are cytokines inhibitor
A
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Metachromatic granules are stained by?
Ponder's stain
Negative stain
Gram's stain
Leishman stain
0a
single
Ans. is 'a' i.e., Ponder's stain
Microbiology
null
Question: Metachromatic granules are stained by? Options: A. Ponder's stain B. Negative stain C. Gram's stain D. Leishman stain
A
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Finger print bureau was first established in the following country:
India
England
USA
France
0a
single
Dactylography or fingerprint system or dermatoglyphics or Galton system was first used in India in 1858, by Sir William Herschel in Bengal. Sir Francis Galton systematised this in 1892. Finger print bureau was first established in Kolkata.Fingerprints are impressions of patterns formed by the papillary or epidermal rid...
Forensic Medicine
null
Question: Finger print bureau was first established in the following country: Options: A. India B. England C. USA D. France
A
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Which of the following drug acts against Pseudomonas -
Piperacillin
Methicillin
Nafcillin
Cloxacillin
0a
single
Ans. is 'a' i.e., Piperacillin Drugs acting against Pseudomonas. o Penicillins- Piperacillin, Carbenicillin, Ticarcillin, Mezlocillin. o Cephalosporins - Ceftazidime, Cefoperazone, Cefepime. o Carbapenems- Imipenem, meropenem o Monobactams - Aztreonam. o Aminoglycosides - Tobramycin, Gentamycin, Amikacin. o Fluroquinol...
Pharmacology
null
Question: Which of the following drug acts against Pseudomonas - Options: A. Piperacillin B. Methicillin C. Nafcillin D. Cloxacillin
A
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Cicatrial Alopecia is seen in:
Tenia Capitis
Psoriasis
DLE
Alopecia Aereta
2c
single
C. i.e. DLE
Skin
null
Question: Cicatrial Alopecia is seen in: Options: A. Tenia Capitis B. Psoriasis C. DLE D. Alopecia Aereta
C
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According to Spetzler-Main criteria, how much score is given for a 5 cm nidus with AV malformation?
3
4
2
5
2c
single
Spetzler-Main AVM grading scale. Graded Feature Points Assigned Size of AVM < 3 cm 3-6 cm >6 cm 1 2 3 Eloquence1 of adjacent brain Noneloquent Eloquent 0 1 Venous drainage Superficial Deep 0 1 'Eloquent areas include: visual, language, and sensorimotor coex; the thalamus and hypothalamus; the internal capsule; the brai...
Surgery
JIPMER 2018
Question: According to Spetzler-Main criteria, how much score is given for a 5 cm nidus with AV malformation? Options: A. 3 B. 4 C. 2 D. 5
C
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Which of these following statements is wrong about Tacrolimus?
It is one of the macrolide antibiotic
It can be safely administered with any nephrotoxic drug
Glucose intolerance is a well known side effect
It is used as prophylaxis for transplant rejection
1b
multi
The side effects of Tacrolimus includes, nephro and hepato toxicity. It can also cause hypeension, tremors, seizure, diabetes mellitus and blurred vision. It should be better avoided with other hepato and renal toxicity drugs. Ref: Manzoor M. Khan (2008), Chapter 4 "Immunesupressive Agents", In the book, "Immunopharmac...
Pharmacology
null
Question: Which of these following statements is wrong about Tacrolimus? Options: A. It is one of the macrolide antibiotic B. It can be safely administered with any nephrotoxic drug C. Glucose intolerance is a well known side effect D. It is used as prophylaxis for transplant rejection
B
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Macrosomia is a
Large size baby
Big mouth
Large head
Large tongue
0a
single
Macrosomia:- A condition where a baby is large before bihFactors causing macrosomia:Mother having diabetesMother having gestational diabetesObese mother(Refer: Nelson's Textbook of Pediatrics, SAE, 1st edition, pg no. 777, 897 - 899)
Pediatrics
All India exam
Question: Macrosomia is a Options: A. Large size baby B. Big mouth C. Large head D. Large tongue
A
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Which one of the following device conves radioactive emissions to light for detection?
Geiger counter
Photographic film
Scintillation counter
Radiotracer
2c
single
Scintillation counter: It measures ionizing radiation. The sensor, called a scintillator, consists of a transparent crystal, usually phosphor, plastic, or organic liquid that fluoresces when struck by ionizing radiation. A sensitive photomultiplier tube (PMT) measures the light from the crystal. The PMT is attached to ...
Radiology
Nuclear medicine
Question: Which one of the following device conves radioactive emissions to light for detection? Options: A. Geiger counter B. Photographic film C. Scintillation counter D. Radiotracer
C
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Enterobius commonly inhabit the: September 2011
Duodenum
Jejunum
Ileum
Caecum
3d
single
Ans. D: Caecum Adult Enterobius vermicularis worms inhabit the caecum, appendix and adjacent poions of the ascending colon, lying closely applied to the mucosal surface. Pinworm (genus En terobius)/Threadworm/Seatworm, It is a nematode (roundworm) and a common human intestinal parasite, especially in children. It inhab...
Microbiology
null
Question: Enterobius commonly inhabit the: September 2011 Options: A. Duodenum B. Jejunum C. Ileum D. Caecum
D
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Which of the following results in increase in secretion of ADH?
Hypervolemia
Hypeension
Hypovolemia
Decrease osmolarity
2c
single
Ans: C HypovolemiaRef: Guyton 12th/e p. 9051Hypovolemia (Decreased ECF) stimulates the release of ADH.Vasopressin secretion is increased by: - i) Increased osmolarity (osmotic pressure) of plasma; ii) Decreased ECF volume; iii) Pain, emotion, stress, exercise; iv) Nausea and vomiting; v) Standing; vi) Clofibrate, Carba...
Physiology
null
Question: Which of the following results in increase in secretion of ADH? Options: A. Hypervolemia B. Hypeension C. Hypovolemia D. Decrease osmolarity
C
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Urine osmolality in Diabetes insipidus is
<150 mmol/L
<300 mmol/L
<600 mmol/L
<900 mmol/L
0a
single
Diabetes insipidus is condition characterised by excessive thirst excretion of large amounts of severely diluted urine Those with diabetes insipidus continue to uinate large amount of urine in spite of water deprivation.Ref: DM Vasudevan, 7th edition, page no: 373
Biochemistry
Endocrinology
Question: Urine osmolality in Diabetes insipidus is Options: A. <150 mmol/L B. <300 mmol/L C. <600 mmol/L D. <900 mmol/L
A
88613448-175a-4979-835b-9fc73ab95aad
1-a hydroxylation in Vitamin-D metabolism takes place in
Skin
Liver
Kidney
Blood
2c
single
Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin molecule found in fish liver oils, and also produced in the skin when subjected to ultraviolet rays from sunlight. The main function of the vitamin is to increase the utilization of calcium and phosphorus in bones and teeth. A mixture of several forms of vitamin D: Vitamin D3 is synth...
Physiology
Endocrinology
Question: 1-a hydroxylation in Vitamin-D metabolism takes place in Options: A. Skin B. Liver C. Kidney D. Blood
C
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Magaldrate is conveed by gastric acid to ?
Magnesium hydroxide
Magnesium hydroxide and calcium carbonate
Magnesium hydroxide and Aluminium hydroxide
Calcium carbonate and aluminium hydroxide
2c
single
Ans. is `c' i.e., Magnesium hydroxide and Aluminium hydroxide Magaldrate: Magaldrateis a common antaciddrug that is used for the treatment of duodenal and gastric ulcers, esophagitis from gastroesophageal reflux. Magaldrate is a hydroxymagnesium aluminate complex that is conveed rapidly in gastric acid to Mg(OH), and A...
Pharmacology
null
Question: Magaldrate is conveed by gastric acid to ? Options: A. Magnesium hydroxide B. Magnesium hydroxide and calcium carbonate C. Magnesium hydroxide and Aluminium hydroxide D. Calcium carbonate and aluminium hydroxide
C
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Which of the following nerves are affected after spinal anaesthetic block –
Motor and sensory only
Sensory and autonomic nerve only
Sensory nerves only
Sensory, autonomic and motor nerves
3d
single
Local anesthetics block generation and conduction of nerve impulse at all part of neuron where they come in contact, without causing structural damage. Thus not only sensory but motor impulses and autonomic control is also interrupted.
Anaesthesia
null
Question: Which of the following nerves are affected after spinal anaesthetic block – Options: A. Motor and sensory only B. Sensory and autonomic nerve only C. Sensory nerves only D. Sensory, autonomic and motor nerves
D
59d4556e-ea0b-4b7c-8dd5-d7f02333ae84
Drug of choice for Treponema Pallidum is?
Penicillin G
Tetracycline
Azithromycin
Doxycycline
0a
multi
ANSWER: (A) Penicillin GREF: Microbiology, Volume 2; Volume 9, Part 2 edited by E. Edward Bittar, Neville Bittar p; 241See APPENDIX-65 for "SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED DISEASES""Parenteral penicillin G remains the treatment of choice for syphilis (Treponema pallidu and resistance to penicillin has not been reported"
Pharmacology
D.O.C
Question: Drug of choice for Treponema Pallidum is? Options: A. Penicillin G B. Tetracycline C. Azithromycin D. Doxycycline
A
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If hemoglobin status of a population with mean value is 10.3 gm % with SD 2 gm%, then 5% population will be below what value of Hb?
6.67
7.35
9
8.6
1b
single
.
Social & Preventive Medicine
Biostatistics
Question: If hemoglobin status of a population with mean value is 10.3 gm % with SD 2 gm%, then 5% population will be below what value of Hb? Options: A. 6.67 B. 7.35 C. 9 D. 8.6
B
1620d0bd-b4a2-4146-9563-195b87dddb5a
Inclusion body conjunctivitis true is all except:
Self limiting
Present only in infants
Occurs while passage from bih canal
Caused by chlamydia
1b
multi
Ans. Present only in infants
Ophthalmology
null
Question: Inclusion body conjunctivitis true is all except: Options: A. Self limiting B. Present only in infants C. Occurs while passage from bih canal D. Caused by chlamydia
B
ead90362-60ec-48c7-b1b8-e59518ce1958
A 55 year old man, a chronic smoker is brought to emergency with history of polyuria, polydipsia, nausea and altered sensorium for last two days. He had been diagnosed as having squamous cell carcinoma of lung two months prior to this. On examination, he was lethargic and confused. An ECG was normal except for a narrow...
Hypematremia
Hypercalcemia
Hypokalemia
Hyponatremia
1b
multi
null
Medicine
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Question: A 55 year old man, a chronic smoker is brought to emergency with history of polyuria, polydipsia, nausea and altered sensorium for last two days. He had been diagnosed as having squamous cell carcinoma of lung two months prior to this. On examination, he was lethargic and confused. An ECG was normal except fo...
B
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EBV causes all EXCEPT:
Nasopharyngeal carcinoma
Burkitt s lymphoma
Verrucous lymphoma
Hodgkin's lymphoma
2c
multi
ANSWER: (C) Verrucous lymphomaREF: Jawett's 24th edition Section IV. Virology > Chapter 33. Herpesviruses Cancer by EBV:EBV is recognized as a cause of Burkitt's lymphoma, nasopharyngeal carcinoma, Hodgkins disease, and some other lymphomas. Sera from patients with Burkitt's lymphoma or nasopharyngeal carcinoma contain...
Microbiology
Virology
Question: EBV causes all EXCEPT: Options: A. Nasopharyngeal carcinoma B. Burkitt s lymphoma C. Verrucous lymphoma D. Hodgkin's lymphoma
C
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All of the following are required more during lactation as compared to pregnancy, except ?
Iron
Vitamin A
Niacin
Energy
0a
multi
Ans. is 'a' i.e., Iron Required more during lactation as compared to pregnancy : Energy, Vitamin A, thiamin, riboflavin, Vitamin C, niacin, and Vitamin B12. Required more during pregnancy : Iron, protein, and folate. Same requirment in pregnancy and lactation : Fat, calcium, zinc, magnesium, and vitamin B6.
Social & Preventive Medicine
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Question: All of the following are required more during lactation as compared to pregnancy, except ? Options: A. Iron B. Vitamin A C. Niacin D. Energy
A
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Not a B cell marker -
CD 19
CD 20
CD 134
CD 10
2c
single
. CD 134
Pathology
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Question: Not a B cell marker - Options: A. CD 19 B. CD 20 C. CD 134 D. CD 10
C
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Actinomycosis is commonly seen in -
Tibia
Mandible
Scapula
Femur
1b
single
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Medicine
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Question: Actinomycosis is commonly seen in - Options: A. Tibia B. Mandible C. Scapula D. Femur
B
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In sebaceous glands, accumulation of sebum leads to:
Milia
Acne
Epidermoid cyst
Miliaria
1b
single
Ans. b. Acne4 steps in pathogenesis of Acne are:Sebum productionHyperkeratosis of pilosebaceous unitPropionibacterium acnes colonization of pilosebaceous unit Inflammation
Skin
General
Question: In sebaceous glands, accumulation of sebum leads to: Options: A. Milia B. Acne C. Epidermoid cyst D. Miliaria
B
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A young girl presents with abdominal pain and a recent change in bowel habit, with passage of mucus in stool. There is no associated blood in stool and symptoms are increased with stress. The most likely diagnosis is-
Irritable bowel syndrome
Ulcerative colitis
Crohn's disease
Amebiasis
0a
single
Childhood Chronic ill health in childhood or adolescent IBD may result in growth failure, metabolic bone disease and delayed pubey. Loss of schooling and social contact, as well as frequent hospitalisation, can have impoant psychosocial consequences.Treatment is similar to that described for adults and may require gluc...
Medicine
G.I.T
Question: A young girl presents with abdominal pain and a recent change in bowel habit, with passage of mucus in stool. There is no associated blood in stool and symptoms are increased with stress. The most likely diagnosis is- Options: A. Irritable bowel syndrome B. Ulcerative colitis C. Crohn's disease D. Amebiasis
A
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Length of umbilical cord is?
40-50 cms
60- 120 cms
30-100 cms
25-40 cms
2c
single
ANSWER: (C) 30-100 cmsREF: Dutta 6th ed p. 40The normal length of umblical cord is around 50cms with usual variation between 30-100 cms
Gynaecology & Obstetrics
The Amnion and Umbilical Cord
Question: Length of umbilical cord is? Options: A. 40-50 cms B. 60- 120 cms C. 30-100 cms D. 25-40 cms
C
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Vinyl chloride has been implicated in -
Angiosarcoma of liver
Angiofibroma of nose
Hepatomas
Bladder cancer
0a
single
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Pathology
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Question: Vinyl chloride has been implicated in - Options: A. Angiosarcoma of liver B. Angiofibroma of nose C. Hepatomas D. Bladder cancer
A
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Vitamin B12 intrinsic factor absorption occurs in
Duodenum
Ileum
Jejunum
Colon
1b
single
Most of the vitamins are absorbed in the upper small intestine, but vitamin B12 is absorbed in the ileum.Vitamin B12 binds to intrinsic factor and the complex is absorbed across the ileal mucosa.Vitamin B12 and folate absorption are Na+ independent.Other vitamins are absorbed by carriers that are Na+ cotranspoers.(Ref:...
Physiology
G.I.T
Question: Vitamin B12 intrinsic factor absorption occurs in Options: A. Duodenum B. Ileum C. Jejunum D. Colon
B
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Splenunculi are commonly seen in
Hilum of spleen
Tail of spleen
Mesocolon
Splenic ligaments
0a
single
A. (Hilum of spleen) (1103-B & L 25th)ACCESSORY SPLEEN (Splenunculi) - probably results from a failure of infusion of splenic embryonic tissues* They are located near the hilum of the spleen in 50% of cases and related to the splenic vessels or behind the tail of pancreas in 30%. The remainder are located in the mesoco...
Surgery
Spleen
Question: Splenunculi are commonly seen in Options: A. Hilum of spleen B. Tail of spleen C. Mesocolon D. Splenic ligaments
A
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Causative agent of Favus is:
Tinea schoenleinii
Tinea rubrum
Malassezia furfur
Epidermophyton floccosum
0a
single
Ans. A. Tinea schoenleiniiFavous usually affect scalp, but occurring occasionally on any part of the skin and even at times on mucous membrane, caused by Tinea schoenleinii.
Skin
Fungal Infection
Question: Causative agent of Favus is: Options: A. Tinea schoenleinii B. Tinea rubrum C. Malassezia furfur D. Epidermophyton floccosum
A
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Zona Pellucida disappears by:-
Before ferilisation
During feilization
5th day after feilization
7th day after feilization
2c
single
Zona pellucida is thick membranous covering made up of glycoprotein, the microvilli of oocyte and follicular cells project into zona pellucida for nutrition. it prevent polyspermy and implantation. Blastocyst forms at 4th day and by the end of 5th day, zona pellucida disappears and implantation takes place at 6th -7th ...
Anatomy
Development period- week 1,2,3,4
Question: Zona Pellucida disappears by:- Options: A. Before ferilisation B. During feilization C. 5th day after feilization D. 7th day after feilization
C
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Storage form of thyroid hormone-
Tri-iodo tyrosine
Tri - iodo thyronine
Thyroglobulin
Di-iodo tyrosine
2c
single
The synthesis and storage of thyroid hormones occurs between the follicular cells and the colloid. The storage form of thyroid hormone is thyroglobulin. Thyroglobulin is a large glycoprotein synthesized in the follicular cells and has a molecular weight of around 650 000 with about 140 tyrosine residues, depending on t...
Medicine
Endocrinology
Question: Storage form of thyroid hormone- Options: A. Tri-iodo tyrosine B. Tri - iodo thyronine C. Thyroglobulin D. Di-iodo tyrosine
C
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Congenital hepatic fibrosis is a characteristic feature of
Multicystic renal dysplasia
ARPKD
Familial juvenile nephronophthisis
Medullary sponge kidney
1b
single
Infantile and Iuvenile forms are associated with congenital Hepatic fibrosis.
Pathology
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Question: Congenital hepatic fibrosis is a characteristic feature of Options: A. Multicystic renal dysplasia B. ARPKD C. Familial juvenile nephronophthisis D. Medullary sponge kidney
B