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C i.e. GlucoseFinal products of carbohydrate digestion in intestinal chyme are glucose & fructoseQ.The glucose transpo in intestine is an example of secondary active transpo i.e., the energy of glucose transpo is provided indirectly by active transpo of Na+ out of cell. Because glucose & Na+ share the same cotranspoer ... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Basophilic stippling a.k.a Punctate basophilia These inclusions are precipitated ribosomal RNA. Stippling is observed in cases of: Hemoglobinopathies Dys-erythropoietic states like: Lead poisoning megaloblastic anemias thalassemias sideroblastic anemias Alcoholism Pyriinidine-5- nucleotidase deficiency RBC inclusions: ... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Ans. is 'a' i.e., Cardiac toxicity * Bupivacaine is the most cardiotoxic local anesthetic.* Has been explained in previous sessions. | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Ans: c (Erythrasma) Ref: Pavithrans Textbook 56Erythrasma is a chronic infection of skin caused by Corynebacterium minutissimum and affects the intertrigenous areas like the axillae, toe, webs and groin.It is asymptomatic in nature and absence of central clearing helps to differentiate it from tinea.Extensive lesions m... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Traumatic Pneumothorax Traumatic pneumothoraces can result from penetrating injuries and non penetrating chest trauma. Traumatic pneumothoraces should be treated with tube thoracotomy unless they are very small Iatrogenic pneumothorax is a type of traumatic pneumothorax that is becoming more common Leading cause are tr... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
ANSWER: (B) USGREF: Maingot's 10th ed p 101Investigation of choice for minimal Ascites is USG | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Criteria for Forceps Application are- * Fetal head at perineum * Cervix fully dilated * Engaged head with known fetal head position with sagittal diameter in not more than 45 degree sho of rotation. * Fetal skull is at station >= +2 * Ruptured membrane Clear rules - It's better to do a safe Cesarean than to do a compli... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
The indications span the gamut of lung diseases, but in some respects, the distribution of indications differs among countries. According to aggregate international data, the most common indications in the last few years have been the chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), ~29%; idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IP... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Management of Pancreatic Pseudocyst A pancreatic pseudocyst may resolve spontaneously so it is followed with serial ultrasound studies. Indications of Surgical intervention: (Ref: Bailey and Love 25/e 1145; CSDT 13/e p583; Harrison 17/e p) Age of cyst more than 12 weeks without resolution Size of cyst greater than 6 cm... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Incubation Period of Hepatitis B virus is 30-180 days Ref: 25th edition, Park's Textbook of Preventive and Social Medicine, Page no. 234 | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Duration of cardiac cycle (at hea rate of 75/min) is 0.8sec out of which duration of systole is 0.27sec and diastole is 0.53sec. Length of Systole and Diastole: Cardiac muscle has the unique propey of contracting and repolarizing faster when the hea rate is high, and the duration of systole decreases from 0.27 s at a h... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Unifocal and multifocal unisystem Langerhans cell histiocytosis(eosinophilic granuloma)is characterised by proliferation of Langerhans cells admixed with variable number of eosinophils , lymphocytes , plasma cell, and neutrophils .Eosinophils are usually , but not always a prominent component of the infiltrate .It typi... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Branch of external carotid aery supplying nasal mucosa are Sphenopalatine aery, Greater palatine aery, Superior labial aery (Branch of facial aery), while, the only branch of Branch of internal Carotid aery supplying nose is Anterior ethmoidal aery. | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
A low CD4 count does not predict progression to AIDS but does indicate increased chance of oppounistic infection such as those listed. Kaposi's sarcoma, which has been linked to herpesvirus typ 8, pneumocystis, and mycobacterial disease are three of the most prevalent oppounistic infections. While HIV- positive patient... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Ans. (b) GlutamateRef.: Lange medical physiology by Ganong 23rd ed., ch. 15* Glutamate is the most abundant excitatory neurotransmitter in the vertebrate nervous system.* At chemical synapses, glutamate is stored in vesicles. Nerve impulses trigger release of glutamate from the presynaptic cell. Glutamate acts on ionot... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
The pregnancy which exceeds 294 days(42 weeks) or more from the first day of the last menstrual period is known as prolonged or post term pregnancy. | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
HSV infection may be acquired in utero, during the bih process,or during the neonatal period. Intrauterine and postpaum infections occur infrequently. Most cases of neonatal herpes result from maternal infection and transmission usually during passage through a contaminated infected bih canal of a mother with asymptoma... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Pinocytosis ("cell drinking") is a similar process with the vesicles much smaller in size and the substances ingested are in solution. Ref: Ganong's Review of Medical Physiology 23rd edition, Chapter 2. | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Uronic acid (glucuronic acid) is one of the essential components of mucopolysaccharide (glycosaminoglycans). So, it is increased in mucopolysaccharidosis.
In mucopolysaccharidosis, glucuronic acid and iduronic acid are excreted in urine. | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Ans. is b i.e. Stop warfarin, proceed with caesarean sectionSince the patient is presenting in labor on warfarin, now management is to stop her warfarin and do caesarean section.Note: If patient is on warfarin at the time of labor or within 2 weeks of labour, then caesarean section should % be done | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Ans. is 'c' i.e., ATPPyruvate Kinase enzyme catalyzes conversion of PEP to pyruvate.Pyruvate kinase is an inducible enzyme that increases in concentration with high insulin level and decreases with glucagon.It is activated by fructose-1,6 bisphosphate and inactivated by ATP and alanine. | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Community diagnosis refers to identification and quantification of health problems in a community in terms of moality and morbidity rates and ratios, and identification of their correlates for the purpose of defining those individuals or groups at risk or those in need of healthcare.Park 23e pg: 91 | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Child-Pugh score is calculated by adding the scores of the five factors and can range from 5 to 15. Decompensation indicates cirrhosis with a Child-Pugh score of >7 (class B). This level has been the accepted criterion for listing liver transplantation. Parameters: Bilirubin INR Albumin Ascites Asterixis Grade Points O... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Fetal distress occurs early | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Bifurcated roots are not a normal feature of mandibular incisors. | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
B i.e. Blood level should be maintained | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Ans: B i.e. Dopamine Neurotransmitters Cholinergic i.e.acetylcholine secreting neurons, are present in the pathway that emerges from cerebral coex to end in neostriatum Dopaminergic neurons,are present in the nigro-striatal pathway GABAergic fibres are present in pathway that connect cerebral coex to substantia nigra | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Human embryology Tenth edition Inderbier Singh Page no 62At first, the cells of paraxial mesoderm are homogeneously arranged later the mesoderm get segmented The segment are two categories somitomeres and somites | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Answer- B. Prader Willi syndromeThe syndrome has been linked to the deletion of a region of paternal chromosome 15 that is not expressed on the maternal chromosome (Genomic imprinting). This region includes a brain-specific snRNA that targets the serotonin-2C receptor mRNA. | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Ans. is 'd' i.e., All of the above Effects of acute and prolonged tubal blockageAcute tubal blockage|Absorption of ME gases|Negative pressure in ME|Retraction of TM|Transudate in ME/haemorrhage (acute OME)Prolonged tubal blockage/dysfunction|OME (thin watery or mucoid discharge)|Atelectatic ear/ perforation|Retraction ... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
AERB guidelines: Dose Limitations Pa of the body Occupational Exposure Public Exposure Whole body (Effective dose) 20 mSv/year averaged over 5 consecutive years; 30 mSv/year in any single year 1 mSv/y Lens of eyes (Equivalent dose) 150 mSv in a year 15 msv/y Skin (Equivalent dose 500 msv in a year 50 mSv/y Extremities ... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Robe sign - the presence of a gas shadow within the hea or the greater vessels, seen in cases of fetal death in utero.It is a rare sign caused by postmoem blood degeneration, usually seen 1-2 days after death; and may be seen as early as 12 hours(Ref: Diagnostic Ultrasound by Carol M. Rumack, Stephanie R. Wilson, J. Wi... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Ans. is 'c' i.e., Bilateral hilar lymphadenopathy "The characteristic radiologicalfinding in patients with pulmonary sarcoidosis is bilateral hilar lymphadenopathy ". | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
B i.e. DNA | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Ans. B: Respiratory distress syndrome A homogenous eosinophilic membrane (hyaline membrane) plastering the alveolar ducts and terminal bronchioles is found in idiopathic respiratory distress syndrome HMD/ Hyaline membrane disease: Most babies with HMD shows clinical findings of respiratory distress in the delivery room... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Some guides have given multiple myeloma as the answer. However, the correct answer is eosinophilic granuloma.
Punched out lesions of the skull are seen both in Eosinophilic granuloma and multiple myeloma. However, bevelled edges (double contour) is characteristic of eosinophilic granuloma due to uneven destruction of t... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
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Duration of action of flumazenil is 30-60min. So the best answer seems to be 30min The onset of action is about 1 to 2 minutes; 80% response is seen within the first 3 minutes. Peak effect is 6 to 10 minutes after administration.Duration range is from 19 minutes to 50 minutes as it depends on the dose was given and ben... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Vitamin KIt is a group of structurally similar, fat-soluble vitamins that the human body needs for post-translational modification of ceain proteins required for blood coagulation, and in metabolic pathways in bone and other tissue.They are 2-methyl-1,4-naphthoquinone (3-)derivatives.This group of vitamins includes two... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
The donor eyes should be removed as early aspossible (within 6 hours of death) and should bestored under sterile conditions. REF:Comprehensive ophthalmology,AK Khurana,4th edition,pg no.509. | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Ans. is 'a' i.e., Epiglottitis o Thumb sign (thickening of epiglottis) and vallecula sign are seen in epiglottitis. | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Ans is 'a'i.e., Inhibin Endocrine control of spermatogenesiso Hypothalamus is critical in the development of male organs and spermatogenesis, and produces GnRH continuously and, not in a pulsatile fashion as in a femaleo GnRH increases the seretion of FSH and LH from pituitary gland.o FSH is not essential for spermatog... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
B. i.e. (Facial) (109-LB. Singh Embryo 8th)ArchNerve of archMuscles of archFirstMandibular- Tensor tympani, tensor palate, medial and lateral pterygoids, masseter, temporalis, mylohyoid, anterior belly of digastric **SecondFacial- Stapedius stylohyoid, posterior belly of digastric**, muscles of face, auricular muscles,... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
A band is defined as a pa of the chromosome that is clearly distinguishable from its adjacent segments by appearing darker or lighter with one or more banding technique. G banding is obtained with giemsa stain following digestion of chromosomes with trypsin. Trypsin treatment is frequently used during chromosome prepar... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Cochlear otosclerosis causes sensorineural hearing loss probably due to the liberation of toxic materials into the inner ear fluid, so tinnitus is heard. Clinical features Hearing loss Paracusis willisii Tinnitus: It is more commonly seen in cochlear otosclerosis and in active lesions. Veigo Speech Ref: Diseases of EAR... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Radiological features of respiratory distress syndrome (RDS): Reticulogranular pattern Ground glass opacity Low lung volume Air bronchogram Whiteout lung (in severe disease) Must know: Hyaline membrane disease (HMD) or respiratory distress syndrome (RDS): It is common in preterm babies less than 34 weeks of gestation. ... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Ans. (d) Chronic cholecystitisRef: Long cases Surgery RRM* From the given details its clear the patient is obeying Courvoisier law- Jaundice + GB palpable.* So he is a case of cancer- Possible options include distal CBD, Periampullary or pancreatic head cancers with Obstruction of CBD | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Melanoma is highly resistant. | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Bioavailability is fraction of unchanged drug reaching the systemic circulation following administration by any route.IV route has 100% bioavailability.Routes of administration, bioavailability, and general characteristicsRouteBioavailability (%)CharacteristicsIntravenous (IV)100 (by definition)Most rapid onsetIntramus... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
FATS FUNCTION They are the concentrated fuel reserve of the body (triglyceride) Lipids are the constituents of membrane structure and regulate the membrane permeability (phospholipids and cholesterol) They serve as a source of fat soluble vitamins (A, D, E and K). Lipids are impoant as cellular metabolic regulators (st... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
2cm lateral to the uterine fundus . THE TEXTBOOK OF GYNAECOLOGY SHEILA BALAKRISHNAN SECOND EDITION PAGE NO 388 | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Ans. is a, i.e. Colposcopy directed biopsyThere are 2 situations in questionWherever a female comes with post coital bleeding(This is a specific complain for Ca cervix)|Do a per speculum examination|||Growth is visibleNothing visible||Punch biopsyColposcopy(ii) When a female comes to you with abnormal pap smear.In LSIL... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Ans. is 'c' i.e., MRI [Ref: style="font-size: 1.04761904761905em; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: underline; font-family: Times New Roman, Times, serif; margin: 0 0 8pt 4px; text-indent: 0">Imaging in silicon breast implant failureo Although mammography and ultrasonography are the standard first steps in the diagno... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Subacute dyspnea, stridor and airway obstruction - consistent with diagnosis of subglottic stenosis - related to his prior prolonged mechanical ventilation. Flow volume curve loop is suggestive of fixed airflow obstruction. | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Ans. is 'd' i.e., Streptococcus pyogenes Most common cause of upper respiratory tract infection is viral infection. Rhinovirus is the most common cause. Among the bacteria, group A beta-hemolytic streptococci (streptococcus pyogenes) is the most common cause. And most common type of infection is pharyngitis. | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
In Fothergill's repair ceroidical amputation is done which leads to
Incompetent os
Habitual abortion (second-trimester abortion and not first trimester, as incompetent os, leads to second-trimester abortion)
Preterm deliveries
Premature rupture of membranes ... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Urinary frequency, dysuria ,nocturia, hematuria and flank or abdominal pain are common presentations. The documentation of culture negative pyuria in acidic urine should raise the suspicion of TB. Ref:Harrison 20 th edition pg no 1244 | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Best Disease (Juvenile-Onset Vitelliform Dystrophy): It is an autosomal dominant disorder with variable penetrance and expressivity. Onset is usually in childhood. The fundoscopic appearance is a mild pigmentary disturbance within the fovea to the typical vitelliform or "egg yoke" lesion located in the central macula. ... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
According to AJCC classification (2002), T, tumour of maxillary sinus involves posterior wall of maxillary sinus or subcutaneous tissues of check, floor or medial wall of orbit, pterygoid fossa or ethmoid sinus. This requires surgical excision and post-operative radiotherapy. Post-operative radiation improves local con... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
- Growth hormone deficiency is a cause of propoionate sho stature - so upper segment : lower segment ratio remains normal or unchanged. CLINICAL FEATURES OF GH DEFICIENCY: Delayed bone age, dentition, pubey, milestones Hypoglycemia Frontal bossing High pitched voice Sho stature DIAGNOSIS: 1. GH stimulation test : Done ... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Acute endocarditis referes to tumultuous v, destructive infections frequently involving a highly virulent organism attacking va previously normal value and capable of causing substantial morbidity and moality even with appropriate antibiotic therapy and surgery Robbins 9 th edition page no. 393 | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Ans. is None Inflammatory breast carcinoma is one of the most malignant form of breast cancer. It has been specifically assigned a special T code, Tod (which falls under stage IHb disease) It is an ominous clinical category of breast cancer associated with diffuse tumor involvement of the lymphatic channels within the ... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
- Streptomycin- It is ototoxic to the fetus and should not be used during pregnancy. - With the exception of streptomycin, the first line anti-TB drugs are safe for use in pregnancy. - Pyridoxine (vitamin B6) should be added to the drug treatmentoftuberculosisin allpregnantwomen taking isoniazid. - Pregnancy with TB: S... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Ans. is 'd' i.e., Mycoplasma Dienes method (Dienes staining) - For colonies of mycoplasma. Dienes phenomenon - To eletect swarming of proteus. | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Enterobius vermicularis, the pinworm, is a common cause of intestinal infections worldwide, with maximal prevalence in school-age children. Enterobiasis is transmitted person-to-person ingestion of eggs after contact with the hands or perianal region of an infected individual, food or fomites that have been contaminate... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Ans. is 'a' i.e., Mg+2 MetalMetalloenzymesCa+2Lipase, LecithinaseCopper (Cu+2/Cu+)Cytochrome oxidaseQ, Tyrosinase. Lysyl oxidaseQ, Superoxide dismutase.Ascorbic acid oxidase, Ferroxidase (ceruloplasmin).Iron (Fe+2/Fe+3)Cytochrome oxidase. Xanthine oxidase, Catalase, PeroxidaseZinc (Zn+2)Carbonic anhvdrase, alkaline pho... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Zollinger Ellison syndrome is a malignancy of the gastrin secreting G cells present in the antral mucosa of the stomach. Parietal cells secrete acid and intrinsic factor, chief cells secretes pepsinogen, ECL cells synthesize histamine, and secretin is synthesized by the S cells of the duodenum. Ref: LANGE'S Gastrointes... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Diabetic ketoacidosis (Diabetic coma) Ketoacidosis of different grades generally occurs in insulin dependent diabetics. It is infrequent in type 2 DM. The most common precipitating cause is infection; others are trauma, stroke, pancreatitis, stressful conditions and inadequate doses of insulin Treatment of DKA:- 1. Ins... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
The synopsis of forensic medicine & toxicology ; Dr k.s.narayan reddy ; 28th edition ; Pg.no.116 The pattern of fibre arrangement of dense network of intimately intermingled dermal collagen & elastic fiber is called the cleavage direction or lines of cleavage of skin & their linear representation on the skin are called... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
. Treatment consist of relief of raised intracranial pressure,establishment of pathological diagnosis,removal of beningn tumors,decompressive surgeries for malignant tumor,shunt surgeries to drain CSF_ventriculo peritonial shunt or ventriculo atrial shunt,radiotherapy ,chemotherapy-temozolamide (Ref;SRB's Manual of Sur... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Ans. is 'c' i.e., DexamethasomeThe IOP -elevating potential of steroids is as follows: dexamethasone > prednisolone > fluoromethalone > hydrocoisone > tetrahydrotriamcinalone> medrysone (after 6 weeks of dexamethasone therapy.42% have IOP > 20 mmHg and 69o have IOP > 31).The steroids with low IOP - elevating potential ... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Nohern Blotting shows a blotting technique that can determine the size of an mRNA and tell us about its expression patterns. Ref: Harper's Illustrated Biochemistry 27th Edition, Page 409, 410; Cell Biology: A Sho Course By Stephen R. Bolsover, Elizabeth A. Shephard, Hugh A. White, Jeremy S. Hyams, 2011, Page 113. | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Ans. is 'a', 'b', 'c' i.e. Long esophageal segment involved, Metaplasia, Peptic ulcerBarrett's esophagus can be classified into long segment disease (involvement of more than 3 cm of esophagus) and sho segment disease ( < 3 cm involvement).Long segment disease carries more risk for adenocarcinoma | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
It is a non- invasive investigation used to receive three- dimensional images of retinal surface in vivo. Commercial name of the device is Heidelberg retina tomograph. Diode laser beam of 670 nm wavelength is used as the light source. Ref: khurana optics and refraction edition 4th , page no. 452 | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
(A) (Open neural tube defects) (1998 - Nelson 19th)* Failure of closure of the neural tube allows excretion of fetal substances (a-fetoprotein , acetylecholinesterase) into the amniotic fluid, serving as biochemical and markers of a neural tube defects (NTD).* Prenatal screening of maternal serum of AFP in the 16th - 1... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Ans. is 'a' i.e., p53 | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
(A) Delusion of persecution # Most common type of delusion associated with schizophrenia involves persecutory.> It believes that he/she is being followed or is under surveillance or that he/she is being made fun of,tricked,or treated very unfairly by others.> when schizophrenics experience this type of delusion,they ma... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
A is Symes (Ankle)B is Chopas (mid tarsal)C is Lisfranc (Tarsometatarsal joint)D is transmetatarsal (metatarsal head) | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
The characteristic state observed after an induction dose of ketamine is known as "dissociative anesthesia," wherein the patient's eyes remain open with a slow nystagmic gaze (cataleptic state). If ketamine is administered as the sole anesthetic, amnesia is not as complete as with the benzodiazepines. Reflexes are ofte... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Ans. is `a' i.e. 10th day of shoest menstural cycle o Shoest period gives information about the first day of the feile period. The shoest cycle minus 18 days gives first day of feile period. For example, in a cylce of 28 days (most common), first day of feile period will be 10th day of cycle (28 -18 =10). o Longest per... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Intrauterine growth of fetus is affected by insulinRef: Ganong&;s review of medical physiology; 24th edition; page no: 431 | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Electrical storm: Condition in which patient develops recurrent V. tachycardia. Cut off >3 episodes of V.T within 24 hrs. Option C: Electromechanical Dissociation: Terminology used to describe rupture hea which causes pulseless BP|| Option D: Electrical alternans- Variations in QRS amplitude in conditions - C. tamponad... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Myositis ossificans manifests by masses of fibrous tissue and bone in the interstitial tissues of muscle, leading to atrophy and destruction of associated muscles. Masseter is commonly involved in face and fixation of jaw occurs. The patient becomes transformed into rigid, like a "petrified man'. | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Isoniazid (lsonicotinic acid hydrazide, H): Pharmacokinetics: INH is completely absorbed orally and penetrates all body tissues, tubercular cavities, placenta and meninges. It is extensively metabolized in liver; most impoant pathway being acetylation-metabolites are excreted in urine. The rate of INH acetylation shows... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Panel-immune glomerulonephritis
Pauci-immune glomerulonephritis is defined as the lack of anti-GBM antibodies or immune complex.
It is a type of rapidly progressive glomerulonephritis.
Causes are :-
Idiopathic renal-limited crescentic glomerulonephritis (ANCA associated).
Microscopic PAN
Microscopic polyangi... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
This patient has Conn syndrome, an endocrine disorder most commonly caused by an adrenal cortical adenoma. Aldosterone secreted by the adrenal cortical tumor causes hypertension, hypernatremia, and hypokalemia. Epinephrine, renin, and testosterone (choices C, D, and E) are not produced by adrenal cortical tumors. Corti... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Glossopharyngeal neuralgia has the following neurologic deficits: Excruciating, paroxysmal pain that comes from the tonsillar area and radiates to the ear. Loss of taste sensation from the posterior 1/3 of the tongue; and loss of palatal and gag reflexes Potential causes include fractures of the skull base, thrombosis ... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Ans. is 'b' i.e., Oxytocin * As per WHO & ACOG guidelines OXYTOCIN is the first line DOC for atonic PPH* Rapid, continuous infusion of dilute IV oxytocin (40-80 U) in 1L NS to be started.# Methergine: 0.2 mg IM repeat every 5 mins as needed up to 5 doses.# The 15-methyl derivative of prostaglandin F2a (carboprost trome... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Peyer's patches are dense collection of lymphoid cells found throughout the small intestine, but are more numerous in the ileum and appendix. The subepithelial area of the Peyer's patches contain dense collection of B and T lymphocytes. The germinal center consists of B lymphocytes and some dendritic macrophages. The i... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Ans. B: Leishmania donovani A variety of media have been used for the culture of leishmanias. These can be divided into three main categories: semisolid, biphasic, and liquid. While biphasic and semisolid culture media need blood, an impoant factor for the reproduction of parasites, most liquid media require fetal calf... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Ans. is 'a' i.e., Haemophilus ducreyiImage description - Chancroid (also known as soft chancre and ulcus molle) is a bacterial sexually transmitted infection characterized by painful ulceration on the genitalia that bleeds easily on if it is scrapped. | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Ans. is 'c' i.e., Measles Icebarg of disease Disease in a community may be compared with an iceberg. The floating tip of the iceberg represents what the physian sees in the community, i.e. clinical cases (Diagnosed case, symptomatic case or clinically apparent case). The vast submerged poion of the iceberg represents t... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
In case of superfecundation the development of the twins in uterus is parallel but not equal. It depends on the relative blood supplies from the separately formed placentae. Also know Superfoetation - is the feilization of a second ovum in a woman who is already pregnant. Ref: Textbook of Forensic Medicine and Toxicolo... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
The etiology of IgA nephropathy remains unclear: i) It is idiopathic in most cases. ii) Seen as pa of Henoch-Schonlein purpura. iii) Association with chronic inflammation in various body systems (e.g. chronic liver disease, inflammatory bowel disease, interstitial pneumonitis, leprosy, dermatitis herpetiformis, uveitis... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Answer- D. All the abovesupplemental potassium can lead to acute toxicity in healthy individuals.Indviduals whose urinary potassium is impaired, a potassium intake less than 4.7 g/d appropriate because of adverse cardiac effects (arrhythmias) from hyperkalemia.Drugs that commonly impair potassium excretion are, angiote... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Pulmonary function tests In PFT,Airway narrowing,lung volume and gas exchange capacity are quantified and compared with normal values adjusted for age,gender,height,etc. Most forms of ILD will show restrictive pattern on PFT. Restrictive deficit TLC(Total lung capacity) Reduced FEV1(Forced expiratory volume in 1 sec) S... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Mercurial tremors The hands are first affected. There will be tremors of the hands called Danbury tremors. It may progress to lips, tongue, arms, and legs. The tremors are moderately coarse and intentional to sta with and are interspersed by jerky movements. The advanced condition is called hatter's shake or glass blow... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Ans. A. Foramen of monroThe lateral ventricles are the two largest cavities of the ventricular system of the human brain and contain cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). Each cerebral hemisphere contains a lateral ventricle, known as the left or right ventricle, respectively.Each lateral ventricle resembles a C-shaped structure ... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Ans. (a) ASDRef: Harrison 19th ed. /1520ATRIAL SEPTAL DEFECT (ASD)* In atrial septal defect there is congenital defect in the interatrial septum.* It is Most common CHD diagnosed in adulthoodTYPES Based on Defects with Different Locations Function- ally the same* Primum- lower part of the septum* Secundum- located near... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
Postoperative patients are at increased risk for a variety of non-surgical postoperative nosocomial infections.
These are:
Urinary tract infection- (Most conunon)
Lower respiratory tract infections-3rd most common (2nd MC cause being surgical site infection (SSI)) LRTI are the leading cause of death d/t nosocomial inf... | openlifescienceai/medmcqa |
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