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All are true regarding Primary CNS lymphoma except:
Radiotherapy and chemotherapy is of no value
Occurs in AIDS pt.
Commonly occurs in immuno-compromised persons
EBV may be a cause /
0a
multi
Ans is 'a' i.e. ie Radiotherapy and chemotherapy is of no value Primary CNS lymphomaThese are B cell malignancies that present within the neuraxis without evidence of systemic lymphoma.They occur most frequently in immunocompromised individuals, specifically organ transplant recipients or patients with AIDS.In immunoco...
Surgery
Central Nervous System Tumors
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Which of the following is the most common site of secondaries in a case of choriocarcinoma?
Vagina
Urethra
Lung
Brain
2c
single
In 75% of cases metastasis from choriocarcinoma occurs into the lungs and rest usually occurs in the vagina. Other organs which may also contain metastases are vulva, kidneys, liver, ovaries, brain and bowel.
Gynaecology & Obstetrics
null
8018f9d7-d26d-4d4d-a18f-608e9b8ef32d
Hot air oven cannot be used for sterilising:
Liquid paraffin
Instruments
Culture media
Needles
2c
single
null
Microbiology
null
590e95ab-808c-4bac-a2b9-b4049c8193cb
Normal value of ankle branchial index is
0.8
1
1.2
1.4
1b
single
Ankle Brachial Index ABI= Systolic BP at the ankle/systolic BP in the arms Compared to the arm, lower blood pressure in the leg is an indication of blocked aeries (peripheral vascular disease) ABI is calculated by dividing the systolic blood pressure at the ankle by the systolic blood pressures in the arm ABI is calcul...
Surgery
Vascular surgery
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In a patient of liver disease, which maneuvers, may lead to the development of hyperammonemia?
Protein restriction
The use of neomycin
The use of loop diuretics
A branched-chain amino acid-enriched protein mixture
2c
single
The use of loop diuretics promotes kaliuresis and therefore may lead to hyperammonemia
Pharmacology
All India exam
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Which of the following is the best-known metabolic function of the lung
Inactivation of serotonin
Conversion of angiotensin–I to angiotensin–II
Inactivation of bradykinin
Metabolism of basic drugs by cytochrome P–450 system
1b
single
Extracellular ACE on the surface endothelial cells in pulmonary circulation activates Angiotensin I to Angiotensin II.
Physiology
null
0a07801e-06e6-4f6b-90cc-df72bd42bf0c
Type of laser used for capsulotomy is:
CO2
Ruby
Nd:YAG
Argon
2c
single
Ans. Nd:YAG
Ophthalmology
null
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One of the following is used for sex chromatin testing :
Barr body
Testosterone receptors
Hormone levels
Phenotypic features
0a
single
Chromosomal sex can be determined by the study of the leucocytes or by simply taking a smear from the buccal mucosa The nuclei of the female chromosome contains a stainable body called the sex chromatin, hence female cells are termed as chromatin positive. In epithelial cell nuclei this small peripherally situated dark...
Gynaecology & Obstetrics
Sexuality and intersexuality
32ec269a-db55-4f15-afc1-6910b6d77ff1
Semiclosed circuit system
Needs advanced monitoring
Complex
More environmental pollution
More economical
2c
single
Semiclose breathing circuit is less economical, causes more environmental pollution. It is simple portable and no need of advanced monitoring.
Anaesthesia
null
76c1bec9-32e2-4a59-94e6-bb791855bec6
A 40-year-old intravenous drug user presents to the emergency depament with a 2 days history of right knee pain with associated swelling and erythema. The patient is febrile with a holosystolic murmur at the right lower sternal border. Complete blood count reveals leukocytosis. Blood and synol fluid cultures are sent, ...
Neisseria gonorrhoeae
Pseudomonas aeruginosa
Borrelia burgdorferi
Staphylococcus aureus
3d
single
Gram-positive bacteria remain the most common cause of septic ahritis. Staphylococcus aureus accounts for the majority of culture-positive septic ahritis, especially within ceain patient subgroups such as hemodialysis patients and intravenous drug abusers. The predominance of S. aureus in septic ahritis has remained un...
Orthopaedics
Thigh, Knee,Leg,Foot & Ankle injuries
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All except one are features of Thromboangitis obliterans
Initimal hyperplasia
Panarteritis
Vasospasmitis
Arterial thickening
3d
multi
Arterial Lumen is blocked but not thickened in TAO.
Surgery
null
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A 7-year-old boy, Manoj underwent successful chemotherapy and cranial radiation for the treatment of acute lymphocytic leukemia. One month after the completion of therapy, the patient presented with excessive thirst and urination plus hypernatremia. Laboratory testing revealed pituitary diabetes insipidus. To corect th...
Coicotropin
Desmopressin
hCG
Menotropins
1b
single
(Ref: KDT 6/e p57) Drugs used for the treatment of central (pituitary) diabetes insipidus are: - Desmopressin (selective V2 agonist) - Thiazides - Chlorpropamide - Carbamazepine Drugs used for the treatment of nephrogenic (renal) diabetes insipidus are: - Thiazides - Amiloride (for lithium induced) Thiazides are useful...
Anatomy
Other topics and Adverse effects
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Dogs are responsible for transmission of all the following except-
Hydatid disease
Toxoplasmosis
Kala-azar
Toxocara canis
1b
multi
null
Microbiology
null
64cff7d3-cd5d-48c2-819c-f6f7d8bc1a3c
The best marker to diagnose thyroid related order is -
T3
T4
TSH
Thyroglobulin
2c
single
null
Medicine
null
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Which enzyme converts Testosterone to dihydroxytestosterone?
Aromatase
5 a reductase
5 a hydroxylase
7 a hydroxylase
1b
single
Ans. is 'b' i.e., 5 a reductase* 5 a reductase is the enzyme which converts testosterone to dihydroxytestosterone (DHT).* Testosterone is sufficient to support male secondary sexual characteristics* Dihydroxytestosterone (DHT) is however, essential for male type external genitalia to get established. DHT is found to ha...
Biochemistry
Enzymes
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Which of these following is an example of a leading question?
How did you get cuts on T shi
Cause of injury
Whether it is caused by knife
Size of incised wound
2c
single
Leading question: Any question suggesting the answer which the person putting it wishes or expects to receive. It includes a material fact and admits of a conclusive answer by a simple 'Yes' or 'No' Leading questions not permitted in Leading questions permitted in -Examination in chief(Section 142 IEA) -Re-examination ...
Forensic Medicine
Indian Legal system, Legal sections & Cou procedures
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A 33-yr old man presented with a slowly progressive swelling in the middle 113d of his right tibia. X-rays examination revealed multiple sharply demarcated radiolucent lesions separated by areas of dense and sclerotic bone. Microscopic examination of a biopsy specimen revealed island of epithelial cells in a fibrous st...
Adamantinoma
Osteofibrous dysplasia
Osteosarcoma
Fibrous coical defect
0a
single
Adamantinoma of long bone Introduction: Unusual neoplasm, almost always located in tibial shaft. Clinical features: Localized swelling and pain for several years. Age: Between 15-55 yrs. Radiological features: * An eccentric well demarcated area of destruction usually involving the anterior poion of the tibial shaft. *...
Surgery
null
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A 52 year female pt. presents with symptoms of pheochromocytoma. She also has a thyroid carcinoma. Her thyroid Ca is of which type :
Anaplastic
Medullary
Folliculare
Papillary
1b
single
Ans. is 'b' ie. Medullary carcinoma (Ref Harrison 17/e p2359 (16/e, p 2231, 15/e, p 2185) & Q. Nov. 2000)Pt. is having MEN syndrome type II.MEN syndrome is associated with medullary Ca of thyroid.
Surgery
Thyroid Malignancies
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The first permanent tooth to appear is:
1st molar
Lateral incisor
Upper canine
1st premolar
0a
single
Ans: A (1st molar) Ref: The Essentials of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology by KS Narayan Reddy. 29th edition. 2010.Explanation:Appearance of temporary teeth:Lower central incisor (6 mths)Upper central incisor (7 M)Upper lateral incisor (8 M)Lower lateral incisor (9 M)1 st molar ( 1 yr)Canine (1 1/2 yr)2nd molar (2 yr)A...
Forensic Medicine
Misc.
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Radical retroperitoneal lymphnode dissection is indicated for all the following testicular tumours except -
Choriocarcinoma
Teratoma
Teratocarcinoma
Seminoma
3d
multi
null
Medicine
null
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A young patient presented with sudden painless loss of vision with systolic murmur over chest, ocular examination reveals - cherry red spot in macula with clear AC, with perception of light, diagnosis:
Central retinal aery occlusion
Central retinal vein occlusion
Macular choroiditis with infective endocarditis
Central serous retinopathy
0a
single
A i.e. Central retinal aery occlusion All the above can lead to sudden painless loss of vision, but Cherry-Red Spot is seen only in CRAO Sudden Painful Painless * Acute * Macular edema congestive * CRAO Q (central retinal aery (angle occlusion) closure) * CRVO Q (central retinal vein occlusion) glaucoma Q * Central ser...
Ophthalmology
null
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True about malignant hypehermia -
It is genetic, hypometabolic muscle disease
It is genetic, hypermetabolic muscle disease
It is preoperative complication
It is inherited in Autosomal recessive form
1b
multi
Malignant hypehermia (MH) is a rare genetic hyper metabolic muscle disease. The characteristic phenotypical signs & symptoms most commonly occur with exposure to inhaled anesthetic agents and Succinylcholine. Clinical Manifestations of Malignant Hypehermia: Early Signs: Elevated end-tidal carbon dioxide Tachypnea and/o...
Anaesthesia
Inhalational Anesthetic Agents
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Best IOL is –
Anterior chamber
Posterior chamber
Iris supported
Angle supported
1b
single
The best position of IOL is within the capsular bag in posterior chamber.
Ophthalmology
null
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Oxaloacetate + Acetyl CoA ---> Citrate + CoASH. This reaction is:
Reversible
Exothermic
Can be reversed by catalase
Competitive
1b
single
In citric acid cycle, the initial reaction between acetyl-CoA and oxaloacetate to form citrate is catalyzed by citrate synthase, which forms a carbon-carbon bond between the methyl carbon of acetyl-CoA and the carbonyl carbon of oxaloacetate. The thioester bond of the resultant citryl-CoA is hydrolyzed, releasing citra...
Biochemistry
null
210b43e9-4168-4a8c-8e97-5db05e66a996
In children which of the following virus has been implicated in the pathogenesis of choroid plexus tumour?
Simian virus 40
HIV
Herpes simplex
Hepa s B
0a
single
Simian virus 40
Pathology
All India exam
1bf0cef1-6805-470e-9fdf-006adac4ebc9
Intracardiac defibrillator (ICD) is useful in which of the following ?
Person with Brugada
Person with Arrhythmogenic RV dysplasia
Person after acute MI with CAD
All of the above
3d
multi
Ref. AHA guidelines   ICD Indications (AHA Guidelines) Class I indications (ie, the benefit greatly outweighs the risk, and the treatment should be administered) are as follows: Structural heart disease, sustained VT Syncope of undetermined origin, inducible VT or VF at electrophysiologic study (EPS) Left ventricular ...
Unknown
null
858d374b-9552-4524-8f49-15f8efbb2778
The minimal current amplitude of indefinite durationrequired for the depolarization threshold of the cell membranes is:
Threshold
Rheobase
Chronaxie
Refractory period
1b
single
Rheobase is the minimal current amplitude of indefinite duration that results in the depolarization threshold of the cell membranes being reached (i.e. an action potential or the contraction of a muscle). Chronaxie (or chronaxy) is the minimum time over which an electric current, double the strength of the rheobase, ne...
Physiology
null
bff80773-9511-4e6b-b3cb-a45f2e9d0e3f
Most common site of intracranial hemorrhage in hepertensive hemorrhage is -
Basal ganglia
Brainstem
Cerebellum
Hippocampus
0a
single
null
Medicine
null
19be5c5e-30d0-433c-989a-f41384a9a0e9
Which of the following impart structural durability in a three quarter crown preparation on a mandibular molar?
Occlusal shoulder
Functional cusp bevel
Proximal groove
All of the above
3d
multi
null
Dental
null
94fe35dd-011a-44ba-945e-3ad184b39828
Direct coomb's test detects -
Antigen in serum
Antibodies in RBC surface
Antigen in RBC surface
Antibodies in serum
1b
single
null
Pathology
null
1194e643-82ea-429e-9f86-537186400854
Hailey - hailey disease is:
Benign familial chronic pemphigus
Pemphigus acutus
Pemphigus
Lyell's syndrome
0a
single
A. i.e. Benign Familial Chronic Pemphigus
Skin
null
401312ad-f021-4556-aa5e-251b17ee6b2c
What is the characteristic of a lacerated wound over bony surface due to blunt trauma without excessive skin crushing?
Irregular margins
Regular sharp margins
Tearing
Flaying
1b
single
Blunt force on areas where the skin is close to bone, and the subcutaneous tissues are scanty, may produce a wound which by linear splitting of the tissues, may look like incised wound. Lacerations produced without excessive skin crushing may have relatively regular sharp margins. Ref: The Essentials of Forensic Medici...
Forensic Medicine
null
711af9cd-660f-4867-8142-d5f20bfbd709
A coin foreign body is stuck in esophagus at 25cm from incisors. This is approximately situated at which of the following levels?
Left mainstem bronchus
Diaphragm
Cricopharyngeal constriction
Gastroesophageal junction
0a
single
On endoscopy, 3 narrowing's are seen from upper incisors. Mnemonic B - 15 AL - 25 D - 40 B - At beginning/cricopharynx 15 cm from upper incisors A- At Arch of aoa 25cm from upper incisors L- At Left Bronchus 25 cm from upper incisors D- At Diaphragm 40cm from upper incisiors
Surgery
Esophagus
7f5de279-f359-4563-8d8c-48a53aa9a139
False rejection of a true null hypothesis is due to?
Type II error
Type I error
Beta error
Error of second kind
1b
multi
Ans. is 'b' i.e., Type I error Statistical errors Statistical errors are used to describe possible errors made in statistical decision. Before reading about the types of error you must know null hypothesis because these tests are related to null hypothesis. Null hypothesis says - Any kind of difference or significance ...
Social & Preventive Medicine
null
7333d4bc-9de9-4a9d-84d9-c1ee69b5e2b8
Eleven years after undergoing right modified radical mastectomy, a 61-year-old woman develops raised red and purple nodules over the right arm. What is the most likely diagnosis?
Lymphangitis
Lymphedema
Lymphangiosarcoma
Hyperkeratosis
2c
single
Lymphangiosarcoma is a rare complication of long-standing lymphedema, most frequently described in a patient who has previously undergone radical mastectomy (Stewart-Treves syndrome). It usually presents as blue, red, or purple nodules with satellite lesions. Early metastasis, mainly to the lung, may develop if it is n...
Surgery
Arterial Disorders
72ee487b-da15-430c-bc53-410162b0251d
Which of the following "oncogenic viruses" is so far not shown to be (oncogenic) in man -
Hepatitis B virus
Epstein - Barr virus
Herpes simplex Type 2
Adenovirus
3d
single
Ans. is 'd' i.e., Adenovirus . Adenovirus type 12 and 18 produce sarcoma when inoculated into baby hamsters. . However there is no evidence at all relating adenoviruses to natural malignancy in human or animals. . All other viruses given in option are oncogenic in man.
Microbiology
null
3cfd6706-3da4-4e8f-b700-1025fa992f3a
Which of the following is not a typical feature of Meniere's disease
Sensorineural deafness
Veigo
Pulsatile tinnitus
Fluctuating deafness
2c
single
Meniere's disease, also called endolymphatic hydrops, is a disorder of the inner ear where the endolymphatic system is distended with endolymph. It is characterized by (i) veigo,(ii) sensorineural hearing loss, -- Hearing improves after the attack and maybe normal during the periods of remission. This fluctuating natur...
ENT
Ear
99023c78-540d-4c18-bf21-ba0ef9396849
After overnight fasting, levels of glucose transpoers reduced in
Brain cells
RBCs
Adipocytes
Hepatocytes
2c
single
GluT4 is the major glucose transpoer in skeletal muscle and adipose tissue.GluT4 is under the control of insulin.In Type 2 diabetes mellitus, membrane GluT4 is reduced, leading to insulin resistance in muscles and fat cells.Ref: DM Vasudevan, 7th edition, page no: 107
Biochemistry
Metabolism of carbohydrate
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In the inflammatory process the prostaglandins E1and E2 causes
Vasodilation
Increased gastric output
Decreased body temperature
Vaso constriction
0a
single
ref Robbins 9/e p85
Anatomy
General anatomy
7f444937-f1ae-403c-9427-34f6d5c18aa6
Which of the following agents is likely to cause cerebral calcification and hydrocephalus in a newborn whose mother has history of taking spiramycin but was not compliant with therapy?
Rubella
Toxoplasmosis
CMV
Herpes
1b
single
b. Toxoplasmosis(Ref: Nelson's 20/e p 2814, Ghai 8/e p 574)Cerebral calcification with hydrocephalus in seen in congenital toxoplasmosis.
Pediatrics
Central Nervous System
2e438782-65f5-4fbd-8a6b-be01dc626bdb
Which of the following is not a pyrimidine base?
Cytosine
Uracil
Guanine
Thymine
2c
single
Guanine is a purine base Ref-Harpers illustrated biochemistry 30/e p329
Biochemistry
Metabolism of nucleic acids
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All of the following are aerial supply of sternocileidomastoid muscle, except:
Posterior auricular aery
Occipital aery
Thyrocervical trunk
Superior thyroid aery
0a
multi
Posterior auricular aery
Anatomy
null
be25be49-cf41-421d-9f1e-7d9904b6ef9b
Which of the following is the source of energy for a cardiac muscle at normal conditions?
Fatty acids
Ketone bodies
Glucose
Any of the above
0a
multi
Hea consumes more energy than any other organ. It utilizes about 6 kg of ATP per day, 20-30 times of its own weight. Cardiac muscle derives its energy by oxidative metabolism of fatty acids (60-90%) and glucose 10-40%. Ketone bodies are also normally metabolized. In addition, energy transfer to hea's myofibrils occurs ...
Biochemistry
null
22b51606-5545-4e06-90de-5d5c4882e470
Testosterone production is mainly contributed by
Leydig cells
Seolie cells
Seminiferous tubules
Epididymis
0a
single
Testosterone- the principal male sex hormone (androgen) that is produced by Leydig&;s cells of the testes in response to luteinizing hormone secreted by the pituitary gland. It is also produced by the adrenal coex in both males and females. Its chief function is to stimulate the development of the male reproductive org...
Physiology
Endocrinology
c38dd786-e118-448c-9780-29f60c3139fc
Best statistical data diagram to depict incidence change over a period of tissue is
Pie char
Histogram
Scatter diagram
Line diagram
3d
single
null
Social & Preventive Medicine
null
19b49a4f-30c2-4e11-a589-5e2883ad1138
A 40-year old male presents with history of vomiting of blood 2 hours ago. The volume of vomitus was estimated to be 500 ml. His BP was 90/58 mm Hg and pulse was 110/min. On abdominal examination, the spleen was palpable 5 cm below the costal margin. The most likely cause of the bleeding is:
Portal hypertension
Gastric ulcer
Duodenal ulcer
Drug-induced mucosal erosion
0a
single
Ans. a. Portal hypertension (Ref: Sabiston 19/e p1164)Splenomegaly and massive bleeding leading to hypotension and tachycardia in the patient are in favor of portal hypertension.Common Causes of Upper Gastrointestinal HemorrhageNon-variceal Bleeding(80%)QPortal Hypertensive Bleeding(20%)QPeptic ulcer disease (MC)Q30-50...
Surgery
Abdominal Injury
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The advantage of unfilled methyl methacrylate is that:
It can be finished smoothly
It has a low degree of flow
It's non-irritation to pulp
It's wear resistant is high
0a
single
null
Dental
null
254cc898-22c1-4e3e-b4d8-e65d1fc85dad
Regarding HIV which of teh following is nopt true -
It is a DNA retrovirus
Contains Reverse Transcriptase
May infect host CD4 cells other than T lymphocytes
Causes a reduction in host CD4 cells at late stage of disease
0a
multi
HIV genome is diploid composed of 2 identical single stranded positive sense RNA copies.In association with reverse transcriptase enxyme. REF:ANANTHANARAYAN AND PANIKER'S TEXTBOOK OF MICROBIOLOGY 9TH EDITION PAGE NO:571
Microbiology
Virology
ab89a438-11a3-46ae-90d0-45a610fa59f8
Most common extra pulmonary involvement of TB ?
Bone
Lymph nodes
Pleura
Ileocecal
1b
single
Most common extra pulmonary involvement: lymph nodes > pleura> ileocecal - GI TB most common site- ileocecal
Microbiology
Systemic Bacteriology (Gram Positive Bacilli, Gram Negative Bacilli)
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Which of the following anti-hypertensive is contraindicated in pregnancy:
Beta blockers
ACE inhibitors
Methyldopa
Ca channel blockers
1b
single
Ans. (b) ACE inhibitorsRef KDT 6th ed. 553; Williams 24th ed, /: 1025* ACEs are the drugs which inhibit the conversion of angiotensin-I to angiotensin-II. They can cause severe fetal malformations when given in the second and third trimesters.* These include: Hypocalvaria and renal dysfunction and are also teratogenic ...
Gynaecology & Obstetrics
Management and Long-Term Consequences
d863e8d0-06e0-4825-87d2-c1d065d2a9f7
Menke's Kinky hair syndrome is due to defect in
Ca transporter
Cu transporter
Zn transporter
Se transporter
1b
single
Menke's kinky hair syndrome is due to mutation in ATP7A gene, leading defective copper transporter.
Biochemistry
null
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Most common cause of U/L mucopurulent rhinorrhea in a child is:
Foreign body
Adenoids which are blocking the airways
Deted nasal septum
Inadequately treated acute frontal sinusitis
0a
single
A unilateral nasal discharge is nearly always due to foreign body and if duscharge has an unpleasant smell,it is pathognic. If a child presents with unilateral,foul smeling nasal discharge,foreign body must be excluded. Ref Dhingra 6/e,p 161.
ENT
Nose and paranasal sinuses
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In thyroid gland, iodine is transpoed into the lumen of the follicles by
Endocytosis
Pendrin protein
Antipo
Primary active transpo
1b
single
Pendrin protein is a chloride-iodide transpoer protein encoded by the gene responsible for Pendred syndrome, impoant in function of thyroid gland, kidney, and inner ear.Endocytosis is defined as the uptake by a cell of material from the environment by invagination of the plasma membrane; it includes both phagocytosis a...
Physiology
Endocrinology
77a8eaf2-465a-4c1d-a917-e4b35c4c0e61
Intermediate host for schistosoma haematobium is: March 2013
Cat
Dog
Rat
Fresh water snail
3d
single
Ans. D i.e. Fresh water snail Schistosoma haematobium It is an impoant digenetic trematode, and is found in the Middle East, India, Pougal and Africa. It is a major agent of schistosomiasis; more specifically, it is associated with urinary schistosomiasis. Adults are found in the Venous plexuses around the urinary blad...
Microbiology
null
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All of the following cephalosporins have good activity against Pseudomonas aeruginosa EXCEPT :
Cefadroxil
Cefepime
Cefoperazone
Ceftazidime
0a
multi
First generation cephalosporins like cefadroxil are mainly effective against gram +ve organisms and possess little activity against Pseudomonas.
Pharmacology
null
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A four-year-old child is diagnosed with Duchenne muscular dystrophy, an X-linked recessive disorder. Genetic anylysis shows that the patient&;s gene for the muscle protein dystrophin contains a mutation in its promoter region. What would be the most likely effect of this mutation?
Tailing of dystrophin mRNA will be defective
Capping of dystropin mRNA will be defective
Termination of dystrophin transcription will be deficient.
Initiation of dystrophin transcription will be deficient
3d
single
Because the mutation creates an additional splice acceptor site (the 3'-end) upstream of the normal acceptor site of intron 1, the 19 nucleotides that are usually found at the 3'-end of the excised intron 1 lariat can remain behind as pa of exon 2. Exon 2 can, therefore, have these extra 19 nucleotides at its 5'-end. T...
Biochemistry
Metabolism of nucleic acids
c29c2695-d873-4032-b1f5-a6acf15efefb
Uterine prolapse is prevented by all the following EXCEPT:
Broad ligament of uterus
Levator ani muscle
Uterosacral ligament
Transcervical ligament
0a
multi
Ans-A (Broad ligament of uterus). (Ref. Shaw's Text book of Gynaecology 13th/pg. 16)The supports of uterus and bladder are seen to be triradiate condensation of endopelvic fascia:Ligaments of the uterusSuspensory ligament of ovaries# Contains the ovarian vessels.Transverse cervical (Cardinal/Macken rodt's ligament)# Ma...
Unknown
null
317d2fed-dab1-4110-ba3a-8ce01f8a3e5f
In children below 5 years of age, most common cause of gingivitis is
local irritating factors
herpes
vitamin deficiency
malocclusion
0a
single
null
Dental
null
1a855e4b-e67b-4268-8f5c-193089627f4f
Most sensitive and specific test for diagnosis of iron deficiency is -
Serum iron levels
Serum ferritin levels
Serum transferrin receptor population
Transferrin saturation
1b
single
<p>Plasma ferritin is a measure of iron stores in tissues & is the best test to confirm iron deficiency & is a very specific test . </p><p>Plasma iron & total iron binding capacity are measures of iron availability ;hence they are affected by many factors besides iron stores.</p><p>Plasma iron has a marked diurnal & da...
Medicine
Haematology
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A patient with leukemia on chemotherapy develops acute right lower abdominal pain associated with anemia, thrombocytopenia and leukopenia. Which of following is the clinical diagnosis -
Appendicitis
Leukemic colitis
Perforation peritonitis
Neutropenic colitis
3d
single
Neutropenic enterocolitis (NE) is also known as typhlitis, ileocecal syndrome, cecitis, or necrotizing enterocolitis. Despite the previous use of the term "necrotizing enterocolitis" to describe NE cases, necrotizing enterocolitis is a different inflammatory illness seen in newborns and is beyond the scope of this revi...
Medicine
G.I.T
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Which of the following cause Teratogenecity -
Vit. C
Vit. E
Vit. A
Vit. D
2c
single
Vit A is teratogenic and can cause craniofacial CVS and CNS defects.
Pathology
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Double arch aoa arises from?
Right 6th aoic arch
Left 6th aoic arch
Right 4th aoic arch
Left 4th aoic arch
3d
single
HUMAN EMBRYOLOGY-INDERBIR SINGH TENTH EDITION-PAGE NO:254 The arch of aoa is derived from the ventral pa of the aoic sac ,its left horn,and the left fouh arch aery
Anatomy
General anatomy
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A 48-year-old man complains of recurrent episodes of sudden-onset dizziness. He notices an abrupt onset of a "spinning" sensation when sitting up or lying down in bed. The symptoms last for 30 seconds and then resolve completely. He has no hearing change or other neurologic symptoms, and his physical examination is com...
basilar migraine
brain stem ischemic events
benign cerebellar tumors
calcium debris (calcium carbonate crystals) in the semicircular canals
3d
multi
This person has benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV), which is characterized by sudden-onset brief episodes of vertigo lasting less than a minute. The symptoms are usually brought on by head movement. The cause is commonly attributed to calcium debris in the semicircular canals, known as canalithiasis. The debri...
Medicine
C.N.S.
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62 year old patient underwent radical mastectomy 10 years back. She has long standing lymphedema. Now the biopsy shows angiosarcoma. This is known as
Stewart treves syndrome
Monodors disease
Zuskas disease
Tietz syndrome
0a
single
Long standing lymphedema leading to angiosarcoma is known as Stewart treves syndrome.
Surgery
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631c2b3b-e6ac-4911-8400-d75df786f8d7
Children can reach for objects by:
4 months
6 months
8 months
10 months
0a
single
Ans: A (4 months) Ref: Nelson Textbook of Pediatrics, 19th edition. Pg 27. Explanation: (See following table) Fine motor milestones MilestoneAverage age of attainment (in months)Developmental implicationsGrasps rattle3.5Object useReaches for objects4Visuomotor coordinationPalmar grasp gone4Voluntary releaseTransfers ob...
Pediatrics
Developmental-Behavioral Screening and Surveillance
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Which is the most common site of metastatic disease-
Lung
bone
Liver
Brain
2c
single
Invasion and metastasis are complex processes involving multiple discrete steps; they begin with local tissue invasion, followed byinfiltration of nearby blood and lymphatic vessels by cancer cells.Malignant cells are eventually transpoed through haematogenousand lymphatic spread to distant sites within the body, where...
Medicine
Oncology
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All are features of hyperplastic tuberculosis of gastrointestinal tract except:
Presents with a mass in RIF
Barium meal shows' pulled up caecum'
Most common site is ileocecal junction
ATT is the treatment of choice.
3d
multi
If there is no intestinal obstruction conservative antitubercular treatment is advised. If obstruction is present, surgery is advised under cover of antitubercular treatment. Ref: Bailey and Love's Sho Practice of Surgery, 23rd Edition, Page 1046; Oxford Textbook of Surgery, 2nd Edition, Page 3243; Sho Textbook of Surg...
Surgery
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River blindness is caused by:
Onchocerca
Loa Loa
Ascaris
B. malayi
0a
single
Ans. is 'a' i.e., Onchocerca(Ref: Harrison, 19th/e, p. 1421)* Onchocerciasis is also known as River blindness Q and fly involved is Simulium fly.
Microbiology
Parasitology
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Eating disorder with normal weight is?
Anorexia nervosa
Bulimia nervosa
Binge eating disorder
None of the above
1b
multi
Ans. B. Bulimia nervosaAnorexia nervosa - Under weightBulimia nervosa - Normal WeightBinge eating disorder - Over weight.
Psychiatry
null
c1d1da69-11fc-4208-897b-42a0ac046a78
All are true about type 1 schizophrenia except?
Acute illness
Good prognosis
Negative symptoms
Intellect maintained
2c
multi
Ans. is 'c' i.e., Negative symptoms Type I (Reactive or acute schizophrenia) Type II (Process schizophrenia) Characteristic symptoms Type of illness Response to neuroleptics Outcome Intellectual impairment Etiology Positive symptoms (Hallucination,Acute Delusion, Thought) Good Reversible Absent Dopamine overactivity Go...
Psychiatry
null
e00f0d7c-44fa-4fa3-99a3-889c1a0ef479
Excitatory Neurotransmitter in CNS-
Acetyl choline
Glycine
GABA
Glutamate
3d
single
Glutamate is the chief excitatory neurotransmitter in CNS.
Physiology
null
9e60a76a-e753-4146-b41f-f3f660982bb3
Anita 15-year-old, complains of heavy periods since 2 months. O/E: wt 40 kg and BP 120/80 mmHg. All of the following investigations are indicated, except :
TSH
Platelet count
Bleeding and clotting time
Estradiol levels
3d
multi
Investigations in a case of pubey menorrhagia : 1.Blood profile--Hb%, bleeding and clotting time, coagulation factors; blood film. 2.X-ray chest for tuberculosis. 3.Thyroid function tests. 4.Pelvic ultrasound PCOD, early fibroid. 5.If medical treatment fails, D&C should be done to rule out endometrial tuberculosis by P...
Gynaecology & Obstetrics
Disorders of menstruation
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Which of the following is/are sign of fracture ?
Abnormal mobility
Crepitus
Failure to transmit movement proximally
All of above
3d
multi
Sure signs of fracture :- 1 Abnormal mobility(best) 2 Failure to transmit movements proximally 3 Crepitus 4 Tenderness(Commonest sign)
Orthopaedics
Upper Limb Traumatology
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Antidepressant drug that can be used in nocturnal enuresis is?
Imipramine
Fluvoxamine
Phenelzine
Bupropion
0a
single
Ans. (A) Imipramine(Ref: CMDT 2010/966)Imipramine is efficacious however, Desmopressin is the first choice drug for nocturnal enuresis.
Pharmacology
C.N.S
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Deltoid ligament is attached to all, except
Medial malleolus
Medial cuneiform
Spring ligament
Sustentaculum tali
1b
multi
DELTOID LIGAMENT:-Very strong Triangular shape Present on medial side of ankle.Ligament is crossed by the tendons of Tibialis posterior and flexor digitorum longus.Prone to injuries in inversion.Superficial and deep pa. Both pas have common attachments above to the apex and margins of medial malleolus. Superficial pa:-...
Anatomy
Upper limb
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40 year old male with sputum AFB +ve,complains of Hoarseness of voice and painful swallowing on examination vocal cord shows mamillated adenoids and hyperaemia the most likely diagnosis is
Rinke's edema
Epiglottitis
TB larynx
Cancer of larynx
2c
multi
null
ENT
null
9f2557ab-4c9f-4164-9172-20869d0d2977
Case fatality rate describes:
Communicability of infection
History of disease
Virulence of organism
Contribution of a disease among all deaths
2c
multi
Case fatality rate: Deaths/cases x 100 CFR represents "Killing power of a disease". It is closely related to "Virulence of organism". It is applicable only for acute diseases. Time interval is not specified.
Social & Preventive Medicine
Other Key Definitions & Concepts
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Laser Endometrial ablation is done in abnormal uterine bleeding in all cases except
Women not preferring surgery
Small uterine fibroids
Women preferring reproductive function
Failed medical treatment
2c
multi
Females who desire future pregnancy should not be offered endometrial ablation for AUB.
Gynaecology & Obstetrics
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8377884d-3b9b-494c-bf23-ccfa4ddefbc9
A patient arrives at the emergency department complaining of midsternal chest pain. Which of the following nursing action should take priority?
A complete history with emphasis on preceding events.
An electrocardiogram
Careful assessment of vital signs
Chest exam with auscultation
2c
single
The priority nursing action for a patient arriving at the ED in distress is always assessment of vital signs. This indicates the extent of physical compromise and provides a baseline by which to plan further assessment and treatment. A thorough medical history, including onset of symptoms, will be necessary and it is l...
Pathology
null
8c131157-5c72-488b-83d6-186b3dd671d9
Palpable purpura is seen in –
PAN
ITP
TTP
DIC
0a
single
null
Dental
null
453a8ca3-e0b7-4306-bafd-fefd9d1a2786
Which of the following causes retinal pigmentation?
Quinine
Chloroquine
Mefloquine
Atovaquone
1b
single
Ans. is 'b' i.e., Chloroquine * Chloroquine is a 1st line anti malarial drug, which is an erythrocytic schizonticide.* However, its prolonged use of high doses (as in DLE, rheumatoid arthritis) may cause loss of vision due to retinal damage in the form of retinal pigmentation.* Chloroquine may also cause corneal deposi...
Pharmacology
Anti Microbial
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Development of labia majora is from -
Urogenital sinus
Mullerian duct
Genital ridge
Genital swelling
3d
single
Ans. is 'd' i.e., Genital swelling Embryogical structureFate in femaleFate in maleGenital ridgeOvaryTestisGenital swellingLabia majoraScrotumGenital foldLabia minoraVentral aspect of penis penile urethraGenital tubercleClitorisGians penis
Anatomy
Urogenital System
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All of the following are features of Premature Ventricular Complexes, Except
Wide QRS complex
Absent P wave
Complete compensatory pause
Prolonged PR interval
3d
multi
Answer is D (Prolonged PR interval) PR interval does not characterize Ventricular Premature complexes because AV conduction is not involved. Wide QRS complex, Absent P wave and a frequently Complete Compensatory Pause are all characteristic features of Premature ventricular complexes. The basic ECG characteristics of P...
Medicine
null
75578cf8-ad12-4016-9c63-e8d81da24e5c
Pediculus humanus can transmitt:
Sleeping sickness
Plague
Chaga's disease
Relapsing fever
2c
single
Ans. c. Chaga's disease
Microbiology
null
7d18a35f-5acf-419e-b547-d02834cb1636
Mechanism of action of cyanide poisoning:September 2010
Inhibits protein breakdown
Inhibits DNA synthesis
Inhibits protein syntheisi
Blocks Cytochrome enzyme P- 450
3d
single
Ans. D: Blocks Cytochrome enzyme P- 450Cyanide poisoning occurs when a living organism is exposed to a compound that produces cyanide ions (CN-) when dissolved in water. Common poisonous cyanide compounds include hydrogen cyanide gas and the crystalline solids potassium cyanide and sodium cyanide.The cyanide ion halts ...
Forensic Medicine
null
0400871c-d648-45f2-9b71-9d7bf7d65a88
SSRIs should be carefully used in the young for the management of depression due to increase in:
Nihilism ideation
Guilt ideation
Suicidal ideation
Envious ideation
2c
single
The use of SSRIs can increase suicidal ideations. This side effect is more common in children and adolescents and hence these medications should be used cautiously in that age group.
Psychiatry
Mood Disorders
62411cdd-85dc-4f48-8b98-b752b0bd3fb0
The number of times an individual swallows per day while awake:
600
800
700
900
0a
multi
null
Dental
null
4db215e7-7557-4120-999c-079e5f1975c3
At the CEJ, which of the following occurs
Cementum meets enamel
Cementum overlaps enamel
Cementum does not meet enamel
All of the above
3d
multi
null
Dental
null
b40c634a-eb69-4b15-8051-a66981efdda2
Which among the following drug is not used in the treatment of Tetralogy of Fallot?
β blocker
α agonists
Calcium channel blockers
Morphine
2c
multi
Calcium channel blockers reduce systemic Vascular resistance which incsceases blood flow into Aorta and decreases blood to pulmonary vasculature. This adds to the pathology and worsens the condition.
Pediatrics
null
9c472f7a-d870-4b1a-bb09-8bbc601ab484
Which of the following is not true regarding Chlamydia?
Has biphasic life
Elementary body is metabolically active
Reticulate body undergoes binary fission
Once it invades into cell it abates phagolysosomal fusion
1b
multi
Ans. (b) Elementary body is metabolically active Reproductive Cycle of Chlamydiae Elementary body (EB) Stable spherical form, metabolically inactive - Extracellular phase Infectious form 200 - 300 nm diameter Rigid trilaminar cell wall Electron dense nucleoid (contains DNA) DNA = RNA Attach to surface of susceptible ep...
Microbiology
null
6f01819b-76a5-47be-a8b7-3a3fb3d5cbfa
Commonest cause of pyogenic liver abscess -
Biliary Sepsis.
Biliary Colic
Appendicitis
Sigmoid Diverticulitis
0a
single
null
Surgery
null
5e855c1e-eb5a-40fd-aaae-1e1b121b6dc1
Insulin causes lipogenesis by all except:
Increasing acetyl-CoA carboxylase activity
Increases the transpo of glucose into the cells
Inhibits pyruvate dehydrogenase
Decreases intracellular cAMP level
2c
multi
Inhibits pyruvate dehydrogenase Role of insulin in lipogenesis: Insulin promotes lipogenesis by increasing activity of acetyl-CoA carboxylase activity, the principal enzyme of lipogenesis Insulin promotes the entry of glucose in some tissues such as skeletal muscle and adipocytes and thus increases the availability of ...
Biochemistry
null
664f1688-1068-480d-992b-441e8ad0ce8f
The ratio of ICF volume to Extracellular fluid volume reaches adult values at the age of
1 year
2 years
3 years
4 years
0a
single
Total body water is divided between 2 main compaments: intracellular fluid (ICF) and extracellular fluid (ECF). In the fetus and newborn, the ECF volume is larger than the ICF volume. The normal postnatal diuresis causes an immediate decrease in the ECF volume. This is followed by continued expansion of the ICF volume,...
Pediatrics
Fluid and electrolytes
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Emporiatrics deals with the health of the following group of people:
Farmers
Travellers
Industrial workers
Mine workers
1b
single
Emporiatrics is the term coined to describe the science of the health of travellers. Health maintenance recommendations are based not only on the traveler's destination but also on assessment of risk, which is determined by such variables as health status, specific itinerary, purpose of travel, season, and lifestyle du...
Social & Preventive Medicine
null
24386115-4240-47b4-9bfa-0a20fe995d59
Compared to the other leukemias, hairy cell leukemia is associated with which of the following infections -
Parvovirus D19
Mycoplasma
HTLV2
Salmonella
2c
single
Hairy cell leukaemia is seen in patients susceptibility to infections with mycobacterium avium intracellulare. Nontuberculous mycobacteria, also known as environmental mycobacteria, atypical mycobacteria and mycobacteria other than tuberculosis, are mycobacteria which do not cause tuberculosis or leprosy. NTM do cause ...
Pathology
Haematology
0180702b-6b64-4fa2-8238-739c8d94e34b
Resting membrane potential of nerve is equal to equilibrium potential of
Na+
Cl-
K+
HCO3-
1b
single
B i.e. Chloride ion
Physiology
null
be8e62fc-732a-4494-8436-d3daa2aed92e
Which of the following statements about fluconazole is most accurate?
It is highly effective in the treatment of aspergillosis
It does not penetrate the blood-brain barrier
Its oral bioavailability is less than that of ketoconazole
It inhibits demethylation of lanosterol
3d
multi
* Fluconazole (Azoles) act by inhibiting the enzyme lanosterol-14-a-demethylase resulting in reduced ergosterol synthesis. * It has very good CNS penetration and oral bioavailability. * It is not very effective against aspergillosis (voriconazole is the drug of choice).
Pharmacology
Anti-Fungal Drugs
14336eb5-d63b-4793-9617-482663106db6
Excess of avidin causes deficiency of:
Folate
Choline
Vitamin B12
Biotin
3d
single
Excess consumption of raw eggs, which contains a protein 'avidin' - a biotin binding protein leads to biotin deficiency When cooked, avidin is paially denatured and its binding to biotin is reduced. So cooked egg whites are safe to consume.
Biochemistry
Vitamins and Minerals
78a92783-be42-45cb-afa0-9e50a681afe4
Dietary changes advocated by WHO for prevention of heart diseases included all of the following except -
Reduction in fat intake to 20-30 percent of caloric intake
A decrease in complex carbohydrateconsumption
Consumption of saturated fats be limited to less than 10% of total energy intake
Reduction of cholesterol to below 100mg per 1000kcl per day
1b
multi
increase in complex carbohydrate consumption that is vegetables ,fruits,legumes and whole grains
Social & Preventive Medicine
null
8d574689-dec7-4d9e-932e-ed80f6edb547
Treatment of choice for Aniseikonia
Ohoptic exercise
Spectacles
Surgery
Contact lens
3d
single
Treatment 1. Optical aniseikonia may be corrected by aniseikonic glasses, contact lenses or intraocular lenses depending upon the situation. 2. For retinal aniseikonia treat the cause. 3. Coical aniseikonia is very difficult to treat. Image : Aniseikonia Reference : A K KHURANA OPHTALMOLOGY,Edition 4,Page-39
Ophthalmology
Optics and refraction