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Gun barrel vision is seen in
Closed angle glaucoma
Papillaedema
Nuclear cataract
All of the above
1b
multi
(B) Papillaedema# GUN BARREL VISION that appears as when looking through a Tunnel or Gun Barrel.> Common Causes:1. Glaucoma (Late)- Chronic open angle glaucoma2. Retinitis pigmentosa3. Post-papillaedema optic atrophy4. Hyaline bodies Drusen) of optic disc5. Bilateral occipital infarcts with macular sparing6. Malingerin...
Ophthalmology
Miscellaneous
9f582790-4639-42a4-9dcd-0358b68d6c41
The corpus luteum of menstruation presents for:
5 days
10 days
14 days
30 days
2c
single
14 days
Gynaecology & Obstetrics
null
d42371a8-a754-476a-bdf3-d6fdf8c7e323
Which of the following DMARDs require liver function testing?
Methotrexate
Infliximab
Abatacept
Cyclophosphamide
0a
single
Methotrexate can lead to hepatotoxicity and therefore require regular liver function assessment.
Pharmacology
null
b063c890-b581-4951-bd11-6c4ebbe82702
Antinuclear antibody specific for SLE is
Anti ds DNA
Anti nuclear antibodies
Anti centromere antibody
Anti histone Ab
0a
single
Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is a multisystem autoimmunedisease of protean manifestations and variableclinical behavior. Clinically, it is an unpredictable, remittingand relapsing disease of acute or insidious onset thatmay involve viually any organ in the body; however, itaffects principally the skin, kidneys, s...
Pathology
Cardiovascular system
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Pancreas is derived from
Foregut
Midgut
Hindgut
Notochord
0a
single
Pancreas is derived from foregut. Liver and pancreas are present at the junction of foregut and midgut. Oesophagus,stomach,liver,pancreas and duodenum are derived from endoderm of foregut.
Anatomy
Mesentry, neurovascular bundle
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Middle ear cavity is connected anteriorly to:
Nasal cavity
Nasopharynx
Mastoid antrum
Mastoid air cells
1b
single
Ans: B (Nasopharynx) Ref: Grays Anatomy 40th EdExplanation:Middle ear cavityAnterior wall - Upper canal for tensor tympan muscle & lower canal for auditory tube which communicates to the nasopharynxPosterior wall communicates the mastoid antrum through aditusLateral wall seperates the middle ear from external earMedial...
Anatomy
Ear
495465a2-3170-4e69-9cde-88c38972a4a6
Inferior most structure of right hilium is
Bronchus
Inferior pulmonary vein
Pulmonary aery
Inferior bronchial vein
1b
single
Superior pulmonary vein is the anterior most and inferior pulmonary vein is the inferior most structures of both lung hiliumQ.Upper most structure of hilum (root) of lung is pulmonary aery (left side)Q and epaerial (superior lobar) bronchus (on right side) Q.
Anatomy
null
ccf182bc-5a57-4169-9ec7-b356490c7b3c
Neurological symptoms and premature graying of hair is associated with:
Folic acid deficiency
Pernicious anaemia
Plummer-Vinson syndrome
Paterson-Kelly syndrome
1b
single
null
Pathology
null
3834a01e-a480-413d-b6fe-eb71a36ab6cf
Breast milk is deficient in w hich vitamin -
Vitamin A
Vitamin B1
Vitamin K
VitaminC
2c
single
Ans. is 'c' i.e., Vitamin K o Exclusive breasfed infants may have folfowine deficiencies -i) Vit Bl2 (if mother is strict vegetarian)ii) Vit Diii) Fluorideiv) Vit K"Breastfed infants are protected as the breastmilk contains adequate amounts of vitamin C, except when the mother is deficient in Vitamin C".-- O. P. Ghai 1...
Social & Preventive Medicine
Pediatrics
64fa7717-5c4b-4272-8acc-ddcb0a79c86e
Carbamazepine increase medical, neurological and psychiatric symptoms, when used in
Erythropoietic porphyria
Epilepsy
Bipolar disorder
Trigeminal neuralgia
0a
single
(A) Erythropoietic porphyria # Carbamazepine (CBZ) is an anticonvulsant and mood-stabilizing drug used primarily in the treatment of epilepsy and bipolar disorder, as well as trigeminal neuralgia. It is also used off-label for a variety of indications, including attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), schizoph...
Pharmacology
Miscellaneous (Pharmacology)
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Post splenectomy sepsis is common in
ITP
Thalassemia
Hereditary spherocytosis
All
3d
multi
Ans. is 'a' i.e. ITP; 'b' i.e. Thalassemia & 'c' i.e. Hereditary spherocytosis Schwaz writes about Postsplenectomy infections " Reason for splenectomy is the single most influential determinant of OPSI risk. Case series demonstrate that those who undergo splenectomy for hematologic disease (malignancy, myelodysplasia, ...
Surgery
null
e9c84e2d-ad77-4e91-b4e3-7065fe90e15f
Bile infarct is related to -
Hepatitis B
Dubin Johnson syndrome
Extrahepatic cholestasis
Intraphepatic cholestasis
2c
single
null
Pathology
null
294b5940-a2e9-443b-882c-c0030685412e
Which of the following drug is an example of psychological antagonism
Heparin-protamine
Prostacycline-thromboxane
Adrenaline-phenoxybenzamine
Physostigmine-acetylcholine
1b
single
Physiological antagonism describes the behavior of a substance that produces effects counteracting those of another substance (a result similar to that produced by an antagonist blocking the action of an agonist at the same receptor) using a mechanism that does not involve binding to the same receptor. Prostacyclin (PG...
Anatomy
General anatomy
0618e97d-3df0-4ac7-9319-eed29f06197f
Diabetic retinopathy is essentially an angiopathy affecting retinal:
Precapillary aerioles
Capillaries
Venules
All of the above
3d
multi
Ans. All of the above
Ophthalmology
null
431514e6-5be4-40a7-a366-293506ed9ae3
Ramping is done to treat the hemiseptal defect was given by:
Oshenbeen
Morris
Nymen
Karring
0a
single
null
Dental
null
699ed850-9112-4dff-8920-873f4bdd86ed
Post-translational modification of clotting factors requires
Vitamin A
Vitamin B
Vitamin E
Vitamin K
3d
single
Vitamin K has an impoant role in the blood clotting process. It brings about the posttranslational modification of ceain blood clotting factors clotting factor II (prothrombin), factor VII (SPCA) factor IX (Christmas factor) factor X (Stua prower factor) Vitamin K is required for the post-translational carboxylation of...
Biochemistry
vitamins
179884a7-678c-4035-9bb8-5888ac323de2
Which antipsychotic has maximum hypotensive side effect?
Flufenazine
Trifluoperazine
Thioridazine
Haioperidol.
2c
single
Ref: Goodman 3 Gill man. The pharmacological basis of therapeutics, 12'" edition, Pg No. 440 Basic and clinical Pharmacology by Betram Katzitng, 12th edition Pg No 508Explanation:Phenothiazines are classified into three groups: a. Aliphatic derivatives- Chlorpromazine h. Piperedine derivative- Thioradazine c. Piperazin...
Pharmacology
Adverse Drug Effect
b8e31a5c-b20e-4895-bc84-4b028b15c9ee
Acidophils secrete:
GH
TSH
ACTH
FSH
0a
single
Acidophilic cell: Lactotrophs (10-­30%) and Somatotrophs (50%). Basophilic cell: Gonadotrophs (20%), Corticotrophs (10%) and Thyrotrophs (5%). Somatotrophs – human growth hormone (hGH). Corticotropes – adrenocorticotropin (ACTH). Thyrotrophs– thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH). Gonadotrophs – gonadotropic hormones, whi...
Physiology
null
7d9b8c29-19de-4e84-85e6-48d3eaf5b322
Causes of haemorrhagic pleural effusion are all except
Pulmonary infarction
Mesothelioma
Bronchial adenoma
Tuberculosis
2c
multi
Ans. is 'c' i.e., Bronchial adenoma Causes of hemorrhagic pleural effusion Trauma Malignancy Postpericardiotomy syndrome Asbestos related effusion Tuberculosis
Medicine
null
b2eacd66-8990-4360-bb95-f82e9654eca6
APGAR score - include A/E
Hea rate
Respiratory rate
Muscle tone
Color
1b
single
Ans. is 'b' i.e., Respiratory rate
Pediatrics
null
c26b3600-12a0-4cb6-9392-dff4ae766c59
Which of the following doesn't show pleural effusion with low glucose levels?
Rheumatoid ahritis
Empyema
Dressler's syndrome
Malignancy
2c
single
Low glucose is seen in option rheumatoid ahritis, empyema, and malignancy. Hemorrhagic pleural effusion is seen in Trauma, Tumor and TB. Dressler's syndrome is a type of pericarditis, inflammation of the sac surrounding the hea (pericardium). Inflammation associated with Dressler's syndrome is believed to be an immune ...
Medicine
null
6629c591-1bf2-4ff3-9edb-44b521a82682
Death due to which poison causes postmortem staning of cherry-red colour
Carbon monoxide
Aniline
Phosphorus
Nitrites
0a
single
null
Forensic Medicine
null
67455520-85eb-4e3a-ba89-66f5aab0c2eb
Recall bias is more common with
Coho study
Randomized control trial
Cross sectional study
Case control study
3d
multi
When cases and controls are asked questions about their past history it may be more likely for the cases to recall the existence of ceain events or factors than the controls who are healthy. (refer pgno:73 park 23rd edition)
Social & Preventive Medicine
Epidemiology
dd26398d-41e5-4c7c-9169-5299c64ea948
True about diveiculitis
Occur at any age
Often incidental finding at operation
Young patient has more aggressive disease
Left sided colon involvement is more common
3d
multi
diveiculosis usually presents as pain in the left iliac fossa,which is constant and radiates to back and groin.it is also associated with tenderness,bloody stool,massive hemorrhage,and mass in the left iliac fossa.complications includes perforation,progressive stenosis,pericolic abscess. Ref:SRB's manual of surgery,ed3...
Surgery
G.I.T
4be9545b-634c-4ef5-af49-62c0d4035283
A 5yr old unimmunized child developed Diphtheria. He has a 3yr old immunised sibling contact, who received last booster 18 months back. What to do with the contact?
Two doses of polysaccharide vaccine
Three doses of conjugate vaccine
Sigle dose of toxoid vaccine
No vaccine needed
3d
single
WHO Operational protocol for diptheria contacts - Assess diphtheria toxoid vaccination status of exposed close contacts. Vaccinate according to WHO strategy (which prioritizes children's vaccination). Type:Pentavalent (for 6 wks to 6 yrs) or Td (for 7 yrs and above). Number of doses:- Only one dose if documentary evide...
Pediatrics
NEET Jan 2020
c51aa3c7-5813-493e-b230-9047dd2bc181
Which of the following is the best method for monitoring thiamine level in blood?
G6PD activity
Reticulocytosis
Absolute thiamine level in blood
Transketolase level in blood
3d
single
Thiamine deficiency is diagnosed by an increase in erythrocyte transketolase activity observed upon addition of thiamine pyrophosphate. The activation of apo-transketolase (the enzyme protein) in erythrocyte lysate by thiamine diphosphate added in vitro has become the accepted index of thiamine nutritional status. Ref:...
Biochemistry
null
349a3613-f11b-4895-ae3b-053180e562dd
Calcification of soft tissues without any distrubance of calcium metabolism is called:
Ionotrophic calcification
Monotrophic calcification
Dystrophic calcification
Calcium induced calcification
2c
multi
. Dystrophic calcification
Pathology
null
7f8843b9-e08a-449f-9732-18c4ef89f82a
Which of the following are non-spore forming anaerobic bacteria that assume major significance in the disease process
Bacteroides fragilis
Fusobacterium nucleatum
Peptostreptococcus
All
3d
multi
All the above are Gram-negative non-sporing anaerobic bacilli associated commonly with a disease process. They assume major significance in the disease process Reference: Textbook of Microbiology; Anathanarayan and paniker's; 10th edition; Page no: 274
Microbiology
Bacteriology
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Microangiopathic hemolytic anaemia is seen in all of the following diseases except aEUR'
Antiphosphplipid antibody syndrome
Thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura
Microscopic polyangitis
Metallic cardiac valves
0a
multi
Antiphospholipid antibody syndrome Metallic cardiac valves do not cause microangiopathic hemolytic anemia. Don't mix microangiopathic hemolytic anemia with fragmentation syndrome. They are two separate entities, according to most standard text in hematology. Fragmentation syndrome Red cells when subjected to mechanical...
Surgery
null
c3c52340-e2bd-4834-86ed-1d1f78d18f7f
Delayed prolonged increase in vascular permeability in inflammation is due to:
Interleukin 1 mediated endothelial retraction
Increased transcytosis
Leakage from newly formed blood vessels
Release of histamine causing endothelial contraction
0a
single
null
Pathology
null
b4ac073f-8685-42d4-953e-17d7646a90fd
Drugs causing SLE are:
INH
Hydralazine
Procainamide
All of these
3d
multi
null
Pharmacology
null
7ada0a34-80ce-4f83-b501-431595ce63c7
The amount of blood loss during each menstrual period is about :
10 cc
35 cc
50 cc
100 cc
1b
single
Ans. is b i.e. 35 cc Normal Menstrual Cycle : Average amount of blood loss = 35 ml / cycledeg Normal duration of flow < 7 daysdeg Mean duration = 4.7 daysdeg Cycle length = 21 - 35 daysdeg Abnormal menses terminology Term Interval Duration Amount Menorrhagia Regular Prolonged Excessive Metrorrhagia Irregular Prolonged ...
Gynaecology & Obstetrics
null
ec6d0efd-3e47-4d4b-8b72-0a592959e303
A 52-year-old woman presents with exeional fatigue and ascites. She is noted to have a rapid, irregular pulse rate. The chest X-ray reveals a small hea with calcification seen on the lateral view. The 12-lead ECG demonstrates low QRS voltage. Clinical diagnosis is?
Rheumatic pan-carditis
Constrictive pericarditis
Restrictive cardiomyopathy
Acute cor-pulmonale
1b
multi
Calcification & low QRS voltage - indicates Constrictive pericarditis Other option: 1. Restrictive cardiomyopathy -No calcification 2. Acute Cor pulmonale- clots will be present 3. Rheumatic pan carditis - affects children
Medicine
ECG and Arrhythmias 1
80189a6e-a7f0-43a0-a1f3-2d64d7780cd1
IInd cranial nerve is:
Optic nerve
Abducens nerve
Trigeminal nerve
Occulomotor nerve
0a
single
Ans. A Optic nerveRef: Gray's Anatomy, 41st ed. pg. 310* The cranial nerves are individually named and numbered, using Roman numerals, in a rostro-caudal sequence, reflecting their order of attachment to the brain. They are named as follows:Cranial nervesCN numberCN nameAttachment/CommentsIOlfactory nerveArises from th...
Anatomy
Neuroanatomy
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Signet ring sign is seen in: March 2013 (b, d)
Blastomycosis
Bronchogenic carcinoma
Invasive aspergillosis
Bronchiectasis
3d
single
Ans. D i.e. Bronchiectasis Signet ring sign The signet ring sign is a CT finding seen in patients with Bronchiectasis The ring of soft-tissue attenuation represents the wall of the dilated bronchus seen on a cross-sectional CT scan, whereas the low-attenuating circle of air represents air within the dilated bronchus. T...
Radiology
null
607f6421-73c7-4a29-afc4-df4dc92c1718
Diagnostic feature of parathyroid carcinoma is ?
Cytology
Metastasis
Clinical features
All
1b
multi
Ans. is 'b' i.e., Metastasis There is general agreement that a diagnosis of parathyroid carcinoma based on cytological detail is unreliable, and invasion of surrounding tissues and metastasis are the only reliable criteria". Robbins
Pathology
null
c1b87604-dff0-4e82-8d1c-4963aefc9e49
At what blood alcohol level, there is Nystagmus, marked slurring of speech and alcoholic blackouts?
150mg/dL
200 mg/dL
250 mg/dL
300 mg/dL
1b
single
(B) 200 mg/dLLevelLikely impairment20-30 mg/dLSlowed motor performance and decreased thinking ability30-80 mg/dLIncreases in motor and cognitive problems80-200 mg/dLIncreases in incoordination and judgment errsMobilityDeterioration in cognition200-300 mg/dLNystagmus, marked slurring of speech, and alcoholic blackouts> ...
Psychiatry
Miscellaneous
b46cd145-1234-48e0-a35d-bdaa95f42023
True about delirium tremens?
Clouding of consciousness
Coarse tremors
Chronic delirious behaviour
All
3d
multi
A, B, C i.e. Clouding of consciousness, Coarse tremors
Psychiatry
null
ddc0101b-deb6-49db-8bd2-7bde1a9717fb
Best way to prevent Nosocomial infection
Wearing mask
Hand washing
Maintaining distance
Frequent Bathing
1b
single
null
Social & Preventive Medicine
null
35a52572-6f2d-4b81-9cfd-13e272afb36f
This develops along lines of embryological fusion in the floor of the mouth. SELECT ONE.
Cholesteatoma
Dermoid cyst
Glomus tumor
Neurofibroma
1b
single
Dermoid cysts arise along line of fusion of embryonic parts. In the floor of the mouth, the swelling forces the tongue upward. Alternatively, the swelling may occur below the mylohyoid muscle, where it gives the impression of a double chin. It is not a premalignant lesion. It has an epithelial lining and may contain se...
Surgery
Neck
fabae1b8-6ada-4e56-af26-6b37f1acc96d
Source of chronic subdural hematoma is: September 2011
Aerial
Venous
Capillaries
None of the above
1b
multi
Ans. B: Venous Chronic subdural haematomas usually occur in the elderly and are more common in those on anti-coagulant or anti-platelet agents. There is usually but not always a history of minor head injury in the weeks or months prior to presentation. It is thought that small bridging veins tear and cause a small acut...
Surgery
null
24e5ba19-2549-4987-873b-b68bba72ca0c
Viscosity of synovial fluid depends upon:-
N-acetyl galactosamine
N-acetyl glucosamine
Glucuronic acid
Hyaluronic acid
3d
single
Ans. is 'd' Hyaluronic acid .The viscosity and the plastic (thixotropic properties) of the synovial fluid is because of its hyaluronate content.Hyaluronic acid, a glycosaminoglycan is a polymer of repeating disaccharide units (of glucuronic acid and N-acetyl glucosamine).Also RememberFunctions of Glycosaminoglycans* Hy...
Biochemistry
Membrane Structure & Function
c75f2931-c425-4add-891a-0148f8745c6d
TPN may be complicated by -
Obstructive jaundice
Hyperosteosis
Hypercalcemia
Pancreatitis
2c
single
• Characterized by severe fluid and electrolyte shifts in malnourished patients undergoing refeeding. • It can occur with either enteral or parenteral nutrition but is more common with the latter. • It results in hypophosphataemia, hypocalcaemia and hypomagnesaemia. • Risk Factors: Alcohol dependency, severe malnutriti...
Surgery
null
73391dc0-ea20-422c-a341-698ec33bd189
a1 antitrypsin deficiency is seen in
Bronchial asthma
Emphysema
Bronchiectasis
Lung carcinoma
1b
single
i.e. (Emphysema): (486-Basicpathology 8th) (1638-H17th)Panacinar (Pan lobular) emphysema is associated with a-lAT deficiency which has a predilection for the lower lobesPatients with severe a 1-antiprotease (a 1-antitrypsin) deficiency are recognized by family history and the appearance of panacinar bibasilar emphysema...
Pathology
Respiration
0da9266f-422e-49b5-8583-7aea40033132
Ketone bodies are formed in:
Liver
Pancreas
Kidneys
Lungs
0a
single
Ketone bodiesThey are three different water-soluble biochemicals that are produced as by-products when fatty acids are broken down for energy in the liver.Two of the three are used as a source of energy in the hea and brain while the third (acetone) is a waste product excreted from the body.In the brain, they are a vit...
Biochemistry
null
71b6ae1a-639b-4b3f-82ea-db0f0cfd6dd3
Genital tuberculosis most common disseminates by?
Lymphatic
Hematogenous
Local spread
None
1b
multi
Ans. (b) HematogenousRef: A comprehensive Textbook of Obstetrics and Gynecology BySadhana Gupta lsted p-215
Gynaecology & Obstetrics
Tuberculosis of the Genital Tract
05d6735a-d7ac-4925-a353-ca84b783b667
The animal used for monoclonal antibodies production is
Mouse
Rabbit
Guinea pig
Monkey
0a
single
Monoclonal antibodies are produced from mouse or from human using hybridoma technology eg: reslizumab is a humanized monoclonal antibody Ref: Textbook of Microbiology Baveja 5th ed Pg 138
Microbiology
general microbiology
3504585d-4fa6-4d99-a45e-fbaddb44f97d
Intraocular pressure is increased by which anesthetic
Ketamine
O2
N20
Isoflurane
0a
single
Ketamine may be contraindicated in patients with an open eye injury or other ophthalmologic disorder, in which a ketamine-induced increase in intraocular pressure would be detrimental. ketamine increases all the pressures - blood pressure intracranial pressure intragastric pressure intraocular pressure Ref: Miller's an...
Anaesthesia
General anaesthesia
36e14e63-17d2-43cd-bad1-5fd59c774d0d
A person came to eye OPD for routine eye check u. On snellen's cha he was found to read 6/6. At what distance he should be able to read 6/24
36 m
24 m
6 m
1 m
1b
single
What does 6/6 mean in Snellen's cha * It means that the patient with or without glasses can see the letter at a distance of 6 m which a person normally should have been seeing at 6 m Now you would understand it by next example * 6/12 means a letter which a normal patient should be seeing at 12 metre , this patient can ...
Ophthalmology
Optics and Errors of Refraction
d806752f-170b-4a03-bf12-60754203bd22
Platelet transfusion is not indicated in:
Dilutional Thrombocytopenia
Immunogenic Thrombocytopenia
Aplastic Anemia
DIC
1b
single
Answer is B (Immunogenic Thrombocytopenia) Immunogenic thrombocytopenias are caused by immune mediated destruction of platelets and therefore platelet supplementation is unlikely to benefit. Hemorrhage in a case of immunogenic thrombocytopenia such as Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP) is controlled by - Glucoco...
Medicine
null
b8c1ee0f-7cda-4c35-98bd-d7e7abda726c
Which among the following factors level is not altered in vit K deficiency?
Prothrombin
Factor VIII
Factor VII
Factor X
1b
single
Ans b: (Factor VIII) Ref: Harrison p.367, 728-730Coagulation factors II, VII, IX, X and protein C, S and Z are dependent on Vit K for post translational modification. Vit K also for bone protein osteocalcin and vascular smooth muscle protein- matrix glaproteinFew more points:* Gamma carboxy glutamic acid residues in th...
Medicine
Blood
ae8944ed-ad62-47d7-a1b0-4a554ecbf51d
Output cells of cerebellum -
Basket cells
Granule cells
Stellate cells
Purkinje cells
3d
single
Ans. is 'd' i.e., Purkinje cells o The cerebellar cortex contains five types of neurons : Purkinje cells, granule cells, basket cells, stellate cells, and golgi cells.o The axons of purkinje cells are the only output from the cerebellar cortex, generally pass to the deep nucleio Neurons of deep nuclei form the ultimate...
Anatomy
Cerebellum and Brainstem
bc9a69e0-7e70-46a8-8447-3cad986a2e98
Components of chromosome area) DNAb) t RNAc) m RNAd) r RNAe) Histone
ae
b
ab
ad
0a
single
Nucleosomes are further arranged into increasingly more complex structures that organize into chromosomes. Chromosomes are made up of DNA, histones, and non-histone protein.
Biochemistry
null
96c8866d-10df-4acf-99c6-1f98a99daea9
Von- rosen splint are applicable in
Developmental dysplasia of hip joint
Congenital talipes equinovarus
Congenital vertical talus
Tibia mileruae
0a
single
(Developmental dysplasia of hip joint) (202- M)VON- ROSEN'S SPLINT - is an H-shaped melleable splint* Object of splintage is to hold the hips some what flexed and abducted* Used in congenital dislocation / dysplasia of hip jointAlso - Remember* Frog leg or Lorenz cast or Batchelor cast used in CDH* Broomstick plaster u...
Orthopaedics
Congenital Dislocation of Hip (C.D.H.)
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Most common pancreatic endocrine neoplasm:
Insulinoma
Gastrinoma
VIPoma
Glucagonoma
0a
single
M/C NET of Pancreases - Non-Functional (PPOMA) M/C functional NET of Pancreas -Insulinoma MC Functional Enteropancreatic NET in MEN 1 - Gastrinoma > Insulinoma M/C functional & Malignant NET of Pancreas - Gastrinoma IOC for localization of NET - SRS (Somatostatin receptor Scintigraphy)
Surgery
NEET Jan 2020
6e1263bf-4a76-47f9-aaf0-f11fbd8fdf32
A patient underwent Bhadrenalectomy in views of B/L pheochromocytoma 1 day later developed lethargy fatigue low BP and pulse normal No signs of volume deficit likely course
Addisonian Crisis
SIADH
DI
Cerebral salt wasting DISEASE
0a
single
ref harissons 21st ed
Medicine
Haematology
d62c4992-4409-47bb-acc6-f1e5a411d934
Paget's disease of the nipple is treated by -
Radiotherapy
Radical mastectomy
Biopsy and simple mastectomy
Chemotherapy
2c
single
null
Surgery
null
a180e36c-3291-41ad-97e2-6eb10424c8c6
Monochorionic monoamniotic twin occurs if division occurs :
Before 24 hours
1-4 days
4-8 days
> 8 days
3d
single
> 8 days
Gynaecology & Obstetrics
null
6230582d-5961-40ea-9fd7-d29ba7cd162c
Which is true regarding site of Meckel's diverticulum:
2 feet proximal to ileocaecal valve on mesentric border
2 feet distal to duodenojejunal flexure on antimesentric border
2 feet distal to D-3 flexure on mesentric border
2 feet proximal to ileococcal valve on antimesentric border
3d
multi
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Surgery
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A.M.L. with worst prognosis
8/21 translocation
Inversion 16
Normal cytogenetics
Monosomy 7
3d
single
Monsomy 7 [Ref Harrison 17th/e p 680 & leh/e p 6341 There are number of factors which determine the prognosis in A.M.L. In a number of studies in last 2 decades it has been observed that cytogenetic markers are major determinants in assessment of prognosis. Prognosis of Acute Myeloid leukemia . t (8 ; 21),Q * Good prog...
Surgery
null
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Man is intermediate host of?
Malaria
Filaria
Dengue
Plague
0a
single
ANSWER: (A) MalariaREF: Jawett's 24th edition Section VI. Parasitology chapter 46. Medical ParasitologyRepeat in December 2011, December 2009Man is the defenitive host in most parasitic infections except in:Echinococcus granulosusPlasmodiumTaenia Solium(man is both defenitive and intermediate host)Toxoplasma gondiiSarc...
Microbiology
Protozoa
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Cozen's test is used for the diagnosis of -
Tennis elbow
Golfer's elbow
Base bailer's pitcher elbow
Carpal tunnel syndrome
0a
single
Ans. is 'a' i.e., Tennis elbow o Bryant's test: for anterior dislocation of the shouldero Call way s' test: for anterior dislocation of the shouldero Chovstek's sign : for tetanyo Claw hand : for ulnar nerve injuryo Coin test: for dorso lumbar tuberculosis of spineo Cozen's test: for tennis elbowo Drawer test: for ACL ...
Orthopaedics
Injuries Around Arm & Elbow
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Which of the following is the most common cause of meningoencephalitis in children –
Mumps
Arbovirus
HSV
Enterovirus
3d
single
"Enteroviruses are the most common cause of meningoencephalitis"
Pediatrics
null
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Most preferable graft for mandibular reconstruction:
Graft from anterior illiac crest.
Costochondral graft.
Fibula graft
Any of the above.
2c
multi
null
Surgery
null
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A 42-year-old man experiences malaise and increasing icterus for 2 weeks. Physical examination shows jaundice, but there are no other significant findings. Serologic test results are positive for IgM anti-HAV and negative for anti-HCV, HBsAg, and IgM anti-HBc. Which of the following outcomes is most likely to occur in ...
Chronic active hepatitis
Complete recovery
Fulminant hepatitis
Hepatocellular carcinoma
1b
single
The detection of IgM anti-HAV indicates acute infection. Progression of HAV infection to chronic hepatitis does not occur, but a few cases are complicated by fulminant hepatitis. HAV viremia is transient, so blood-borne transmission of HAV is rare. HAV is spread by the fecal-oral route, such as raw shellfish from a bay...
Pathology
Liver & Biliary Tract
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Investigation of choice for diagnosing downs syndrome at 15 weeks of gestation in a mother with a history of delivering a down syndrome baby is which of the following:
Triple screen test
Amniocentesis
Chorionic villous biopsy
Ultrasonography
1b
single
Amniocentesis is the investigation of choice for the diagnosis of downs syndrome. It is done between 14-16 weeks of gestation. It is performed in the context of prior history of a child with downs syndrome, advanced maternal age, abnormal triple or quad assay. Ref: Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 17th Editi...
Gynaecology & Obstetrics
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The marked area develops from(in green colour)
Septum Primum
Septum secundum
Ostium primum
Ostium secundum
0a
single
The marked area is floor of fossa ovalis that developes from septum primum
Anatomy
JIPMER 2018
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A middle aged female presents with increasing visual loss, breast enlargement and irregular menses. Investigation of choice would be:
S. calcitonin
S. prolactin
S. hemoglobin concentration
S. calcium
1b
single
A middle aged female is presenting with: Increasing visual loss Breast enlargement Irregular menses All these features can be explained by pituitary adenoma. Most common type of pituitary adenomas prolactinomas Prolactinomas can be diagnosed by raised serum prolactin levels so, the investigation of choice here is se...
Gynaecology & Obstetrics
null
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Processing of tactile stimulation occurs in Brodmann's area ?
1,2,3
4, 6
44,45
41,42
0a
single
Ans. is 'a' i.e., 1, 2, 3Processing of general sensory inputs primarily occurs in primary somatosensory area of parietal lobe.Primary somatosensory area is Brodmann's areas 3, 1, 2.
Physiology
null
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Acute Lung Injury (ALI) is characterized by all except
PaO2/FiO2 < 200mm Hg
Bilateral interstitial infiltrates
PCWP <18 mm Hg
Normal Left atrial pressure
0a
multi
Acute lung injury (ALI) is a less severe disorder but has the potential to evolve into ARDS. The aerial PaO2 (in mmHg)/FIO2 (inspiratory O2 fraction) <200 mmHg is characteristic of ARDS, while a PaO2/FIO2 between 200 and 300 identifies patients with ALI who are likely to benefit from aggressive therapy.Ref: Harrison's ...
Medicine
All India exam
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Vitamin acting on intranuclear receptors -
Vitamin K
Vitamin D
Vitamin E
Vitamin B1
1b
single
Ans. is 'b' i.e., Vitamin D o Two vitamins are considered as hormones which act on intranuclear receptors (steroid receptor famity). There are:-i) Vitamin A (retinoic acid)ii) Vitamin D
Biochemistry
Vitamins
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A Rh negative G4P3+O has an antibody level of 15 IU/ml (IAT 1 :32) at 27 weeks.What is the most appropriate next step in the management?
Estimate the amniotic fluid bilirubin levels
Estimate the fetal hemoglobin levels by cordocentesis
Estimate the middle cerebral artery peak systolic velocity
Perform intrauterine transfusion
2c
multi
Ans. is c, i.e. Estimate the middle cerebral artery peak systolic velocityThe antibody titer is high the next step is to determine whether the ISO fetus is anaemic due to haemolysis. The middle cerebral artery peak systolic velocity (MCA-PSV) is the best method of assessing the fetal condition. When the fetus has devel...
Gynaecology & Obstetrics
Pregnancy in Rh-negative Women
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Brucella abous primarily affects
Dog
Cattle
Swine
Goat
1b
single
Ans. is 'b' i.e., Cattle Human brucellosis is a zoonosis, acquired from animals directly or indirectly. The animals that commonly act as sources Sheep, goat and camel Cattle or Buffalo Swine Dog Br melitensis Br. abous Br suis Br canis
Microbiology
null
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Eustachian tube opens due to contraction of which of the following muscles
Buccinator
Levator palati
Stylohyoid
Stylopharyngeus
1b
single
Three muscles are related to the eustachian tube: tensor veli palatini, levator veli palatini and salpingopharyngeus. The medial fibres of the tensor veli palatini are attached to the lateral lamina of the tube and when they contract help to open the tubal lumen. These fibres have also been called dilator tubae muscle....
ENT
Pharynx
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In a case of hypertrophic pyloric stenosis, the metabolic disturbance is
Respiratory alkalosis
Metabolic acidosis
Metabolic alkalosis with paradoxical aciduria
Metabolic alkalosis with alkaline urine
2c
single
Repetitive vomiting leads to hypochloremic, hypokalemic metabolic alkalosis. The urine is alkaline initially but eventually it becomes acidic (paradoxical aciduria) Cause of paradoxical aciduria Initially the kidney compensate for metabolic alkalosis by reabsorbing hydrogen and chloride ions in exchange for sodium, p...
Surgery
null
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Agar polymer has
Brush heap structure
Interdigitation structure
Fish belly structure
All of the above
0a
multi
Composition of Commercial Reversible Hydrocolloid Impression Materials:
Dental
null
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Otic barotrauma results due to -
Ascent in air
Descent in air
Linear acceleration
Sudden acceleration
1b
single
Otitic barotrauma or Aero otitis media results due to rapid descent during air flight, underwater divising or compression in pressure chamber.
ENT
null
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A 70-year-old man with a history of emphysema and progressive dyspnea is admitted with mild hemoptysis. On exam, he is afebrile; he has a left-sided chest wall scar from a previous thoracotomy with decreased breath sounds in the left lung field. There are wheezes and rhonchi heard in the right lung field. The CXR is sh...
Left lung atelectasis with mucus plug
Metastatic lung disease from lung primary
Multiple pulmonary infarcts
Septic emboli
1b
multi
This chest x-ray shows opacification of the left lung field with surgical rib changes and clips seen near the left main stem secondary to a left pneumonectomy. Multiple nodular opacities of varying sizes are seen in the right lung field. These changes are characteristic of metastatic disease. With the history of a left...
Radiology
Respiratory system
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Veins are an example of
Conducting vessels
Distributing vessels
Resistance vessels
Capacitance vessels
3d
single
the veins are examples of capacitance vessels
Anatomy
Thorax
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All the following are true about Rheumatoid arthritis except -
Positives for Anti-IgG antibody
Juxta-articular osteoporosis
Morning stiffness
C Reactive protein indicates better prognosis
3d
multi
Persons who present with high titers of Rheumatoid factor, C Reactive protein and Haptoglobin have a worse prognosis than the individuals who present with Subcutaneous nodules or Radiographic evidence of erosions.
Orthopaedics
null
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Which of the following is not a clinical presentation of Pituitary Apoplexy?
Headache
Hypotension
Hypeension
Vomiting
2c
single
Pituitary apoplexy: Most frequent presentation isheadache- Retro-orbital in location. Nauseaandvomitingmay occur due to adrenal insufficiency, meningeal irritation, and hypothalamic dysfunction or raised intracranial pressure. Neck stiffnessis observed in patients with pituitary apoplexy and can be to sub-arachnoid hae...
Medicine
NEET Jan 2020
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"Tentative cuts" are seen in?
Homicide
Suicide
Accidental
Fall from height
1b
multi
ANSWER: (B) SuicideREF: Parikh 6th ed p. 4.14Tentative/trial/ hesitation/preliminary wounds: small multiple superficial somewhat parallel and skin deep cuts usually found on anterior surface of extremities, chest and abdomen. Unintentional cuts: found on fingers, where razor blade has been gripped
Forensic Medicine
Injuries
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Hyperkalaemia can occur in all, except-
Insulin deficiency
Metabolic acidosis
Acute renal failure
Cushing's syndrome
3d
multi
Causes of hyperkalemia are: I Pseudohyperkalemia A. Cellular efflux; thrombocytosis, erythrocytosis, leukocytosis, in vitro hemolysis B. Hereditary defects in red cell membrane transpo II. Intra- to extracellular shift A. Acidosis B. Hyperosmolality; radiocontrast, hypeonic dextrose, mannitol C. b2-Adrenergic antagonis...
Medicine
Fluid and electrolytes
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Confirmatory tests for C. diphtheriae -
Serological tests
Isolation in selective media
Tests for toxin
All of the above
1b
multi
null
Microbiology
null
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All of the following are true regarding R5 strain of HIV except
Utilizes CCR5 Co-receptor
Predominates in late stages of HIV
Transmits HIV efficiently
Infects microglial cells
1b
multi
R5 Trophic Virus A strain of HIV that enters and infects a host CD4 cell by attaching to the CCR5 coreceptor on the CD4 cell. To enter a CD4 cell, HIV must first attach to a CD4 receptor, then attach to either the CCR5 or CXCR4 coreceptor, and finally fuse its membrane with the CD4 cell membrane. HIV is usually R5-trop...
Surgery
General surgery
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After the pericardial sac has been opened anteriorly during surgery, by passing a surgical clamp through the transverse sinus, surgeons can stop/dive circulation of blood in
Superior an inferior vena cava
Aoa and pulmonary veins
Aoa and pulmonary trunk
SVC and pulmonary veins
2c
single
During surgery, a clamp is passed through the transverse sinus stops or dives the blood flow from the aoa and pulmonary trunk. Transverse pericardial sinus seperates the aerial end of the hea tube from the venous end. Aoa and pulmonary trunk lie anterior to the sinus and superior vena cava lies posterior to it. Therefo...
Anatomy
Thorax
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A person comes with right eye 6/60 and left eye 3/60. He shall be categorized into which type of blindness.
Manifest
Social
Economical
No blindness
2c
multi
Blindness and Social: Blindness Presenting distance visual acuity of less than 3/60 (20/400) in the better eye and limitation of the field of vision to be less than 10 degrees from the center of fixation Economic blindness: The inability of a person to count fingers from 6 meters. Manifest blindness: Vision 1/60 to jus...
Anatomy
FMGE 2019
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Following TPN, one expects weight gain after -
2 days
7 days
4 weeks
6 weeks
1b
single
null
Surgery
null
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A 53-year-old woman presents with a 1-cm invasive carcinoma of the breast, detected on mammography. She feels well and has no other symptoms. On examination the lump is palpable, and there are no axillary lymph nodes. Which of the following is the most appropriate local therapy for her tumor?
simple mastectomy with axillary dissection
radiation therapy to breast and axilla
local excision plus radiation therapy
local excision and axillary dissection followed by radiation therapy
3d
single
Breast-conserving surgery is now recommended for small tumors. Radiation therapy will decrease local recurrence rates. For tumors < 1 cm, adjuvant therapy is indicated only if axillary nodes are positive. Therefore, in this case, an axillary dissection will provide important therapeutic information. However, this is an...
Medicine
Oncology
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Septic arthritis is caused by:
N.gonorrhoea
E.coli
Mycobacterium tuberculosis
All of the above
3d
multi
Ans: d (All of the above) Ref: Bailey, 24,h ed, p. 420All the given organisms can cause septic arthritis in different age groups.Most common cause of septic arthritis - Staph aureus (in all age groups)More common in neonates- E. coli& Group B. StreptococciSickle cell anemia patients are susceptible to salmonella arthri...
Orthopaedics
Infection of Bones & Joints
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CURB 65 criteria include all except
Age more than or equal to 65
RR more than 30/min
Systolic BP more than 90mmHg
BUN level more than 7mmol/L
2c
multi
Image ref Davidsons 23e p563
Medicine
All India exam
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The arrow is located in which of the following structures?
Left costophrenic angle
Left cardiophrenic angle
Right costophrenic angle
Right cardiophrenic angle
2c
single
null
Radiology
Radiological anatomy
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Koeppe nodules are present on –
Cornea
Conjunctiva
Iris
Retina
2c
single
Iris nodules There are many types of nodules that develop on iris in granulomatous uveitis:- Koeppe nodule: - Seen at pupillary margin. Busacca's nodule: - Seen on the peripheral part of the anterior surface of iris. Tubercular nodules: - Scattered throughout the iris and ciliary body, mostly in the stroma. They are...
Ophthalmology
null
5e5be67b-75a4-4253-9f03-8523a85d51e4
Live attenuated vaccines are A/E
Measles
Rabies
Oral polio
Yellow fever
1b
single
The internationally available cell culture and embryonated egg-based vaccine consist of rabies virus that has been propagated in cell substrates such as human diploid cells, Vero cells, primary Syrian hamster kidney cells etc (refer pgno 279 park 23rd edition)
Social & Preventive Medicine
Epidemiology
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Trantas spots are seen in -
Vernal conjunctivitis
Eczematous conjunctivitis
Ophthalmia nodosa
Tularemia
0a
single
Tranta's spots (Horner tranta's spots) are descrete white raised dots along the limbus and are composed of degeneraed eosinophils. Ref: Parson's 22nd/e p.180-181 & 21st/e p.178; Khurana 7th/e p.81 & 4th/e p.74,75
Ophthalmology
Conjunctiva
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A 65 yr. old man developed severe acute onset breathlessness within few hours of an aortic valve replacement. X-Ray diagnosis is?
Gross bilateral pleural effusion
Left tension pneumothorax
Pericardial tamponade
Entire left lung collapse
2c
single
Ans. C. Pericardial tamponadeCardiac tamponadea. Gradual accumulation of pericardial fluid may fail to produce clinical signs or symptoms for an extended period of time.b. However, rapid accumulation of as little as 100-200ml of fluid can cause a hemodynamically significant compression of the heart, which severely impe...
Radiology
Respiratory System
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Which of the following is a function of the golgi apparatus?
Modification of proteins
mRNA synthesis
Protein storage
tRNA synthesis
0a
single
null
Biochemistry
null
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Median nerve injury at wrist, is commonly tested by:
Contraction of abductor pollicis brevis
Contraction of flexor pollicis brevis
Loss of sensation on palm
Loss of sensation on ring finger
0a
single
Injury or compression of median nerve at wrist (eg carpel tunnel syndrome) can be tested by 1. Pen test for loss of action of Abductor pollicis brevis 2. Ape thumb deformity Q (adducted posture of thumb) 3. Loss of opposition & abduction of thumb Q (d/ t wasting of thenar muscles) 4. Sensory loss - lateral 31/2 of digi...
Anatomy
null
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Palpatory thud, audible slap is seen in-
Tracheal foreign body
Bronchial foreign body
Laryngeal foreign body
None
0a
multi
null
ENT
null
78ba4636-e97b-4fd7-b442-77396186270c
Weight gain Is seen In all except-
Cushings syndrome
Hypothyroidism
Pheochromocytoma
Insulinoma
2c
multi
In pheochromocytoma, the child has a good appetite but because of the hypermetabolic state does not gain weight, and severe cachexia may develop. Page 1942, Nelson textbook of pediatrics 19th edition
Medicine
Endocrinology