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The most common cause of Macular edema is
Secondary glaucoma
Cataract surgery
Retinitis pigmentosa
Uveitis
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single
Macular edema refers to the collection of fluid in the outer plexiform(Henle's layer) and an inner nuclear layer of the retina, centered around the foveola.EtiologyIt is associated with a number of disorders. A few common causes are as follows:1. As postoperative complication following cataract extraction and penetrati...
Ophthalmology
Vitreous and retina
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Drug of choice for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is:-
Haloperidol
Imipramine
Alprazolam
Methylphenidate
3d
single
Methylphenidate is the preferred drug for the treatment of attention deficit hyperkinetic disorder (ADHD). Other drugs used for this indication are amphetamines, atomoxetine and pemoline. Pemoline has been withdrawn due to life threatening hepatotoxicity.
Pharmacology
Sympathetic System
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Yaws is caused by
T.pallidum
T. Endemicum
T. Peenue
T. Carateum
2c
multi
Nonvenereal TreponemesDiseaseCauseBejelT.endemicumYawsT.peenuePintaT.carateumRef: Sherris Microbiology; 6th edition; Page no: 660
Microbiology
Bacteriology
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A child attending classes in a preschool is noted by his teacher to have several skin lesions on his arms. The lesions are pustular in appearance and some have broken down and are covered with a yellow crust. Which of the following protects the most likely etiologic agent of this child's infection from phagocytosis and...
Erythrogenic toxin
Hyaluronic acid
Lipoteichoic acid
M protein
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Streptococcus pyogenes, or Group A Streptococcus (GAS), produces a number of virulence factors. The M protein (d) is the organism's most important antiphagocytic factor, and it conveys serologic specificity-over 100 serotypes are now known. In the early stages of growth, the bacteria have hyaluronic acid (b) capsules. ...
Microbiology
General
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Conduit in gastric pull up is based on:
Right gastric and right gastroepiploic artery
Right gastric and left gastroepiploic artery
Left gastric and right gastroepiploic artery
Left gastric and left gastroepiploic artery
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single
Ans. (a) Right gastric and right gastroepiploic arteryRef: Shackelford 7th Edition, Pages 518-520* Best conduit for esophagus after esophagectomy is stomach* This is based on the greater curvature part of stomach: So carefully preserve the Right gastro epiploic artery and Right gastric artery shown below.
Surgery
Oesophagus
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After 20 weeks of gestation main contribution of amniotic fluid is by:
Fetal urine
Maternal serum filtered through placenta
Transudate of fetal plasma through fetal skin
Transudate across umbilical cord
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single
Ans: a (Fetal urine) Ref: Dutta, 6th ed, p. 37After 20 weeks of gestation the main contribution of amniotic fluid is by fetal urine. The fetal daily urine output at term is about 400-1200 ml.Theories on origin of amniotic fliud1. Asa transudate from maternal serum2. As a transudate across umbilical cord or from the fet...
Gynaecology & Obstetrics
Miscellaneous (Gynae)
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An 18-year-old male presented with acute onset a history of blurring of vision for the same duration on examination, the patient has quadriparesis with areflexia. Both the pupils are non-reactive.The most probable diagnosis is -
Poliomyelitis
Botulism
Diphtheria
Porphyria
1b
multi
Ans. b. Botulism
Medicine
null
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Which of the following is not true about atherosclerosis?
Deposition of lipids on vessels
Necrosis of Vessels
Does not involve small aerioles
It is an inflammatory response to endothelial injury
2c
multi
Atherosclerosis plaques develop inElastic aeries (aoa, carotid & iliac aeries )Large and medium-size aeries ( coronary & popliteal aeries )Systemic atherosclerosis - aeries supplying hea, brain, kidneys, lower extremities Consequences - Myocardial infarction , cerebral infarction, aoic aneurysms, peripheral vascular di...
Anatomy
All India exam
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HOME should be carried out for:
1 minute.
20-30 sec.
10 sec.
15-20 sec.
1b
single
null
Dental
null
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In civil cases, conduct money is decided by -
Opposite pay
Judge
Doctor
Witness
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single
CONDUCT MONEY: It is the fee paid to a witness in civil cases at the time of serving the summons, to meet the expenses for attending a cou. If d fee is not paid, or if he feels that the amount is less, the witness can bring this fact to the notice of the Judge before giving evidence& Jude will decide the amount to be p...
Forensic Medicine
Medico legal procedures
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A child speaks sentences at the age of ?
6 months
1 year
18 months
2 years
3d
single
At 2 years, a child can make simple sentences and uses pronouns.
Pediatrics
null
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All of the following hereditary conditions predispose to CNS tumors, except -
Neurofibromatosis 1 & 2
Tuberous sclerosis
Von-Hippel-Lindau syndrome
Xeroderma pigmentosum
3d
multi
null
Medicine
null
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Urine flow rate is 10 ml/min, plasma inulin is 2 mg/ ml and urine inulin is 25 mg/ml. Which of the following statement is true ?
Inulin clearance = GFR
Inulin clearance > GFR
Inulin clearance > GFR
GFR cannot be calculated by above data
0a
multi
Ans. is 'a' i.e., Inulin clearance = GFRMeasurement of GFRIf a substance is designated by letter 'X', the GFR is equal to the concentration of 'X' in urine (Ux) times the urine flow per unit time (v) divided by aerial plasma level of X (Px).
Physiology
null
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What is the new name for mental retardation in ICD-11?
Intellectual disability
Disorders of intellectual development
Mental instability
Intellectual deterioration
1b
single
Mental retardation name DSM V: Intellectual disability ICD 11: Disorder of intellectual development
Psychiatry
Schizophrenia Spectrum and Other Psychotic Disorders
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Dystrophic calcification means-
Calcification in destroyed tissue with normal calcium level in blood
t level of Ca++ deposits
Calcification in normal tissue seen in hyperparathyroidism
Calcification in destroyed tissues with hyper calcemia
0a
single
Amyloidosis is the extracellular deposition of insoluble protein fibrils. AL- Primary systemic amyloidosis AA- Secondary amyloidosis AF- Familial Aβ2M- In ESRD Diagnosed by abdominal fat pad aspiration showing apple green birefringence by polarized light microscopy with Congo red stain High ESR, High ALP Serum Immunofi...
Pathology
null
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Drug used in RSV infection in children-
Rituximab
Palivizumab
Penicillin
None of the above
1b
multi
null
Medicine
null
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All of the following are acquired causes of hypercoagulability, except:
Infection
Inflammatory Bowel disease
Myeloproliferative disorders
Prolonged surgery > 1 hour
0a
multi
Infection is not an acquired cause of hypercoagulability. Hypercoagulability represents an exaggerated form that predisposes to thrombosis and blood vessel occlusion. Acquired causes of hypercoagulability includes: ? Cancer ? Immobility ? Lupus anticoagulant ? Nephrotic syndrome ? Estrogens, pregnancy ? Anticardiolipin...
Medicine
null
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A pharma agent wants to introduce vaccine for 1 yr old and see its efficacy. The study design should be ?
Coho study
Clinical trial
Field trial
None
2c
multi
Ans. is 'c' i.e., Field trial Experimental epidemiology (Epidemiological Experiments) Experimental epidemiology is also called trial. Broadly speaking, a trial refers to putting something to a test. This allows the term to be used in reference to a test of a treatment for the sick or a test of a preventive measure inte...
Social & Preventive Medicine
null
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A 20-year-old woman has an ovarian tumor removed. The surgical specimen is 10 cm in diameter and cystic. The cystic cavity is found to contain black hair and sebaceous material. Histologic examination of the cyst wall reveals a variety of benign differentiated tissues, including skin, cailage, brain, and mucinous gland...
Adenoma
Chondroma
Hamaoma
Teratoma
3d
multi
Teratomas are benign tumors composed of tissues derived from all three primary germ layers: ectoderm, mesoderm, and endoderm. They are most common in the ovary but also occur in the testis and extragonadal sites. Adenoma (choice A) is a benign tumor of epithelial origin. Chondroma (choice B) is a benign cailaginous tum...
Pathology
General Concepts
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Ovulation occurs after the extrusion of:
Primary oocyte
Female pronucleus
lstpolar body
2nd polar body
2c
single
Ans. (c) 1st polar bodyRef.: D.C. Dutta 8th ed. / 21-22, 8th ed. / 21, 7th ed./17,19
Gynaecology & Obstetrics
Endocrinology in Relation to Reproduction
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Most common cause of death in chronic dialysis patient is:
Cardiovascular Disease
Infection
Malignancy
Anemia
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single
Answer is A (Cardiovascular Disease): The most common cause of death in patients on chronic dialysis is Cardiovascular Disease. After cardiovascular disease, infections are the second most common cause of death of patients receiving long-term dialysis. Cardiovascular disease is the most common cause of death among pati...
Medicine
null
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Distal renal tubular acidosis is associated with
Oxalate stones
Citrate
Calcium stones
Uric acid
2c
single
null
Medicine
null
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1-3 beta-D-glucanassay for fungi is not used for?
Aspergillus species
Candida species
Cryptococcus species
Pneumocystis jirovecii
2c
single
Ans. (c) Cryptococcus s(j. journal of ,\\,11crobiology 2013 Nov. 3478-3484 13-D-glucan is the component of fungal cell-wall of all fungus (except cryptococcus, zygomycetes and blastomyces dermatidis) which is detectable in case of invasive infection. Currently Fungitell assay is a FDA approved 13-DG assay which is posi...
Microbiology
null
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The drug of choice in an 80-year-old patient presenting with hyperglycemia and ketoacidosis -
Oral hypoglycemic drugs
Intermediate acting insulin
Oral drug with intermediate acting insulin
Sho acting insulin
3d
single
Diabetic ketoacidosis is characterized by a serum glucose level greater than 250 mg per dL, a pH less than 7.3, a serum bicarbonate level less than 18 mEq per L, an elevated serum ketone level, and dehydration. Insulin deficiency is the main precipitating factor. Diabetic ketoacidosis can occur in persons of all ages, ...
Medicine
Endocrinology
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On barium swallow the downhill esophageal varices appear as -
Mucosal folds above the carina
Mucosal folds below the carina
Mucosal folds at the carina
A thick band
1b
multi
null
Surgery
null
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All are caused by RNA viruses, EXCEPT:
HIV
Dengue
Herpangina
Fifth disease
3d
multi
Fifth disease also known as erythema infectiosum is caused by erythovirus (Parvovirs) B19. Parvoviruses are linear, non segmented single stranded DNA virus. The various manifestations of human parvovirus B19 infection is; Erythema infectiosum (fifth disease) Polyahritis Aplastic crisis Chronic anemia Congenital infecti...
Microbiology
null
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Opening of nasolacrimal duct is situated in:
Superior meatus
Middle meatus
Ethmoid infundibulum
inferior meatus
3d
single
Also remember other structures opening in different meatuses.Superior meatus: Posterior ethmoid cellsMiddle meatus: Frontal sinus, maxillary sinus and anterior group of sinusesEthmoid infundibulum: A part of middle meatus, maxillary and sometimes the frontal sinus opens in itInferior meatus: Nasolacrimal ductSphenoethm...
ENT
Nose and PNS
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Not a pyrethram derivative?
Cypermethrin
Permithrin
DDT
Resmethrin
2c
single
park's textbook of preventive and social medicine 23rd edition *synthetic pyrethroids devoloped so far are tetramethrin,resethrin,prothrin and propahin *they are now being devoloped to replace natural pyrethrins some are found to be as much as 10ttimes as effective as naturally occuring pyrethrins .
Social & Preventive Medicine
Environment and health
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A 23-year-old female presents with pelvic pain and is found to have an ovarian mass of the left ovary that measures 3 cm in diameter. Grossly, the mass consists of multiple cystic spaces. Histologically, these cysts are lined by tall columnar epithelium, with some of the cells being ciliated. What is your diagnosis of ...
Serous tumor
Mucinous tumor
Endometrioid tumor
Clear cell tumor
0a
multi
The surface epithelial tumors of the ovary are derived from the surface celomic epithelium, which embryonically gives rise to the Mullerian epithelium. Therefore these ovarian epithelial tumors may recapitulate the histology of organs derived from the Mullerian epithelium. For example, serous ovarian tumors are compose...
Pathology
miscellaneous
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Ovarian tumor limited to true pelvis with Negative nodes histological confirmed seeding of abdominal poioned surface. The exact grading :
III A
III B
III C
IV
0a
multi
III A
Gynaecology & Obstetrics
null
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Which of the following is NOT a grass-root level worker?
Anganwadi worker
Traditional bih attendant
Village health guide
Health administrator
3d
single
GRASS ROOT LEVEL WORKERS Anganwadi worker: Works at village level Traditional bih attendant: Works at village level Village health guide: Works at village level ASHA: Works at village level Multipurpose worker: Works at sub-centre (5 villages) level.
Social & Preventive Medicine
Rural & Urban Health Centres, Workers, Norms
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Hydrogen ion is eliminated by: September 2005
Kidney
Lungs
Liver
Stomach
0a
single
Ans. A: Kidney Cells of proximal and distal tubules secrete hydrogen ions which comes from carbonic acid For each hydrogen ion secreted, one sodium ion and one bicarbonate ion enters the interstitial fluid.
Physiology
null
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What is the action of marked muscle:
Supination of the forearm and flexion of the elbow
Flexion & Adduction of Shoulder joint
Protraction of scapula forward around the thorax
None of the above
2c
multi
Ans. C. Protraction of scapula forward around the thoraxa. The muscle marked is Serratus anterior, it originates by nine or ten slips from either the first to ninth ribs or the first to eighth ribs. Because two slips usually arise from the second rib, the number of slips is greater than the number of ribs from which th...
Anatomy
Upper Extremity
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Multiple radio opacities are seen in
Multiple myeloma
Cherubism
Osteopetrosis
Odontomas
3d
single
null
Radiology
null
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Contraindication of Beta blockers include
Bronchial asthma
Variant angina
Decompensated hea failure
All the above
3d
multi
Beta blockers cause bronchospasm, vasospasm absolutely contraindicated in acute or decompensated CCF except for carvedilol, hea blocck,COPD,DM.Raynauds syndrome Ref: KD Tripathi; 6th ed; Pg 139.
Pharmacology
Cardiovascular system
89b748d4-3251-44f0-808e-06784a4ac8a8
Which of the following hormone have a GENOMIC action?
Thyroid hormone
1,25 DHCC
Coisol
All of these
3d
multi
Several hormones, including adrenal and gonadal steroid hormones, thyroid hormones, retinoid hormones, and vitamin D, bind with protein receptors inside the cell rather than in the cell membrane. Because these hormones are lipid soluble, they readily cross the cell membrane and interact with receptors in the cytoplasm ...
Physiology
Endocrine System
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Most common site for impaction of gell stones in gall stone lieus is :
Ist pa of duodenum
IInd pa of duodenum
Terminal ileum
Colon
2c
multi
Answer is C (Terminal ileum):'Classically there is obstruction / impaction about 60 cm proximal to ileocaecal valve'- Bailey'The site of obstruction by the impacted gall stone is usually at the ileocaecal valve" provided that the more proximal S.I. is of normal calibre. - HarrisonsIf both choices come simultaneously in...
Medicine
null
1fdda8d6-a4ac-489d-bc27-cc9f213efd02
When vagus is cut. the undesirable effect is-
Decreased gastric acid
Increased constipation
Delayed gastric emptying
Recurrent ulcer
2c
single
Ans. is 'c' i.e., Delayed gastric emptying After vagotomyo Acid secretion in decreaseso Gastric emptying for solids is delayed and hastened for liquids (due to loss of receptive relaxation of proximal stomach).o Diarrhoea & increase in frequency of stool is seen.
Surgery
Postgastrectomy Complications
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Which of the following finding is shown in the chest leads?
Myocardial ischemia
Myocardial injury
Digoxin
Digoxin toxicity
0a
single
The hea rate is nearly 125bpm. Notice the predominant T wave inversion in V1-V3. This is seen in myocardial ischemia. Diagnosis of myocardial injury needs elevated cardiac biomarkers. Digoxin leads to ST segment depression Digoxin toxicity leads to Ventricular Bigeminy Causes of T wave inversion Normal in children Myoc...
Medicine
Acute coronary syndrome
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Which one of the following is the most common problem associated with the use of condom :
Increased monilial infection of vagina
Premature ejaculation
Contact dermatitis
Retention of urine
2c
single
Contact dermatitis
Gynaecology & Obstetrics
null
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Little's area is situated in nasal cavity in:
Anteroinferior
Anterosuperior
Posteroinferior
Posteriorsuperior
0a
single
LITTLE'S AREA (Anterior inferior pa of nasal septum) - Usual site for epistaxis in children. Four Aeries anastomose here and form Kiesselbach's Plexus. Anterior ethmoidal aery(Ophthalmic aery) Sphenopalatine(Maxillary aery) Septal branch of superior labial(Facial aery) Greater palatine aery(Maxillary aery) Ref: Dhingra...
ENT
Nose and paranasal sinuses
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Which pa of the brain gets activated first to initiate skilled movements?
Pons
Basal ganglia
Neocoex.
Cerebellum
2c
single
Neocoex. FUNCTIONAL DIVISION OF CEREBRAL COEX: Divided into 2 areas - Primary coical area Both motor & sensory areas Includes Primary auditory coex, Primary olfactory area, Primary gustatory areas & Primary motor areas Association areas: Higher functions are related to association areas Other functions: First center ac...
Physiology
null
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All of the following statements about carbohydrateantigen are true except aEUR'
It has lower immunogenicity
Memory response is seen
Cause polyclonal B cell stimulation
Does not require stimulation by T cells
1b
multi
Memory response is seen Antigen Antigen is a substance that stimulates the production of antibody, when introduced into the body. Type of antigen A. Based on chemical nature - Based on chemical nature, antigens can be : - i) Proteins ii) Polysaccharide (Carbohydrates) iii) Lipids iv) Nucleic acids - Proteins are most i...
Microbiology
null
cb8f62a7-b171-4ed5-a0fc-41060c9ec39c
One gray of radiation is equal to:
1 rad
10 rad
100 rad
1000 rad
2c
single
Ans. 100 rad
Radiology
null
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The single most important laboratory test for determining the virulence of staphylococci is
Mannitol fermentation
Hemolysis of sheep erythrocytes
Detection of coagulase
The catalase test
2c
single
null
Microbiology
null
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20-year-old female present with features of anemia. Blood tests: Hb-5g/dL, MCV - 52 fL, MCH-22 pg, PCV - 15%. Diagnosis?
Phenytoin toxicity
Fish tapeworm infection
Hookworm infection
Blind loop syndrome
2c
single
The findings in the question are suggestive of iron deficiency anemia. Among given options, Hookworm infection can cause iron deficiency anemia due to chronic blood loss. Associated with megaloblastic anemia (vitamin B12/folate Deficiency): Phenytoin toxicity, Blind loop syndrome and Fish tapeworm (D. latum) infection.
Pathology
Iron deficiency anemia
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Which among the following drugs produces a dose ceiling effect?
Morphine
Alfentanyl
Remifentanyl
Buprenorphine
3d
single
Buprenorphine is a paial mu receptor agonist. Unlike other opiates buprenorphine has a dose ceiling effect to its respiratory depressant dose response curve. Due to this effect, after the ceiling dose is reached additional dose of the drug will not elicit more respiratory depression. Reference: Clinical Anaesthesia edi...
Pharmacology
null
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The dose of anti-D immunoglobulin to be given to non- immune Rh D negative women after delivery is:
50 mgm
150 mgm
300 mgm
450 mgm
2c
single
Ans. (c) 300 mgmRef : D. C Dutta 8th ed.l 387, 721
Gynaecology & Obstetrics
Pregnancy in Rh-negative Women
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Bacteriostatic anti TB drug ?
INH
Rifampicin
Ethambutol
Pyrazinamide
2c
single
Ans. is 'c' i.e., Ethambutol Remember the following facts All cell wall synthesis inhibitors are bactericidal. All antibacterial drugs that act on cell membrane are bactericidal. All first line antitubercular drugs are bactericidal except ethambutol that is bacteriostatic. All protein synthesis inhibitors are bacterios...
Pharmacology
null
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Which of the following is the psychological defense mechanism by the virtue of which an individual blames others for his mistake?
Rationalization
Compensation
Projection
Regression
2c
single
Placing unacceptable impulses in yourself onto someone else, i.e. placing blame for the unwanted event upon other is seen in projection.
Psychiatry
null
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Which of the following drug is used for smoking cessation?
Varenicline
Acamprostate
Nalmefene
Gabapentim
0a
single
DOC for smoking cessation : Varenicline Nicotine patch and gum are also used. Bupropion is also used in smoking cessation. Varenicline: is paial agonist at neuronal nicotinic acetylcholine receptor in CNS. Patient taking varenicline should be monitored for suicidal thoughts, vivid nightmares and mood changes. Acamprosa...
Pharmacology
NEET 2019
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The cause for contact ulcer of vocal cord
Voice abuse
Smoking
TB
Valignancy
0a
single
null
ENT
null
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Familial polyposis coli is due to
Abnormality of chromosomes five
Abnormality of chromosomes
Intestinal tuberculosis
Intussusception
0a
single
.desmoid tumour is often associated with the familial polyposis colon (FAP), osteomas, odontomes epidermal cysts-- Gardner's syndrome.it is usually due to genetic abnormality involving chromosome 5. ref:SRB&;s manual of surgery ,ed 3,pg no 776
Surgery
G.I.T
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A 33 year old woman has experienced episodes of fatigue, pleural effusion, pericardial effusion and carpal tunnel syndrome and macrocytic anemia. Best test for diagnosis shall be -
Anti-beta 2 phospholipid antibodies
Anti-smith antibody
Antinulear antibody
Assay for thyroid hormones
3d
multi
ANSWER- D. Assay for thyroid hormonesCarpel tunnel syndrome is a common complication of hypothyroidism and is often reversible with thyroid hormone therapy.Normally hypothyroidism is associated with normochromic anemia but may sometimes also cause macrocytic anemia.
Medicine
null
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An otherwise healthy, 30-year-old man is brought to the emergency department after being thrown off the back of a motorcycle. During the assessment, blood is noted at the urethral meatus. Which of the following statement is TRUE?
A foley catheter should be inserted immediately.
Dislocation of the sacroiliac joint is usually associated with a fracture of the pubic ramus or separation of the symphysis.
Open lavage is a useful indication for the need to perform laparotomy.
Fracture of the coccyx requires surgical excision in most patients.
1b
multi
Initially, advanced trauma life support (ATLS) protocol requires that airway, breathing, and circulation (ABC) to be maintained. Blood at the urethral meatus is an indication of lower urinary tract (bladder, urethra, penis) injury. Foley catheter should not be inserted until the integrity of urethra is assessed (usuall...
Surgery
Urethra & Penis
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Stereoanesthesia is due to lesion of
Nucleus Gracilis
Nucleus cuneatus
Cerebral cortex
Spinothalamic tract
2c
single
(C) Cerebral cortex # Stereognosis:> The ability to identify objects by handling them with out looking at them is called stereognosis.> Ability obviously depends upon relatively intact touch & pressure sensation & is compromised when the dorsal columns are dam- aged.> It also has a large cortical component; impaired co...
Physiology
Nervous System
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Caries estimated by all except
Family member
Genetic factors
Cephalometric analysis
Salivary flow
2c
multi
null
Dental
null
56c4db57-05f5-4c33-a9e6-58b54b893d69
Which of he following is not a fibrous joint?
Sutures of the skull
First costochondral joint
Tooth socket
Inferior tibiofibular joints
1b
single
Sutures of the skull, tooth socket and inferior tibiofibular joints are examples of fibrous joints. In fibrous joints bones are joined by fibrous tissue without any cavity. 3 types of fibrous joints are sutures, syndesmoses and gomphoses. Sutures occur between bones of the skull. In syndesmoses bones are connected by a...
Surgery
null
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Prokinetic drug with extrapyramidal side effect is?
Cisapride
Domperidone
Ondansetron
Metoclopramide
3d
single
Ans. (d) MetoclopramideRef KDT 6/e, p 642
Pharmacology
Anti-Emetic
914dbf8c-009d-4067-a6d3-a79b662c3361
Which of the following is a derivative of Reichert's Cartilage?
Stapes
malleus
Incus
Sphenomandibular joint
0a
multi
Ans. is 'a' i.e., Stapes * Carilage of the second pharyngeal arch is called Reichert's Cartilage.* Derivatives of the Reichert's Cartilage includei) Stapesii) Styloid processiii) Stylohyoid ligamentiv) Small cornua of hyoidv) Superior part of the body of hyoid
Anatomy
Head & Neck
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Parietal branch of middle meningeal artery, which is closely related to cerebrum, it's involvement results:
Hemiplagia of contralateral side.
Ipsilateral drafness.
Contalateral deafness
All of the above.
2c
multi
Middle meningeal artery enters the middle cranial fossa through the foramen spinosun. In middle cranial fossa, it has an extradural course and divides into anterior frontal branch and posterior parietal branch. The frontal branch is closely related to the motor area of cerebral cortex. It is the commonest source of ext...
Anatomy
null
337636ad-ee36-4fd3-b9b9-7ad5e7d90c28
Indication of poor prognosis of systemic sclerosis is:
Calcinosis cutis
Renal involvement
Alopecia
Telangiectasia
1b
single
* Patients with diffuse, rapid skin involvement have the highest risk of developing scleroderma renal crisis. Renal crisis occurs in about 10% of all patients with systemic sclerosis and is indicative of bad prognosis. * Renal crisis presents as accelerated hypeension, oliguria, headache, dyspnea, edema, and rapidly ri...
Medicine
Scleroderma
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All are true about Neuroendocrine tumor of pancreas except:
Insulinoma is MC
VIP cause diarrhea
Diarrhea is MC symptom of gastrinoma
Somatostatinoma cause gall stone formation
2c
multi
“Insulinomas are the most common pancreatic endocrine neoplasms and present with a typical clinical syndrome known as Whipple’s triad" - Schwartz Gastrinoma (Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome); The most common presenting symptoms are an abdominal pain (70-100%), diarrhea (37-73%). and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) (3...
Pathology
null
c5a9dc2b-3a58-4e8f-a355-a326c917537a
Vestibulo ocular reflex is concerned with
Archicerebellum
Flocculonodular lobe
Neocerebellum
Occipital lobe
1b
single
The flocculonodular lobe is phylogenetically the oldest pa of cerebellum has vestibular connections and is concerned with equilibrium and eye movements (vestibulo ocular reflex). Ref: Ganong&;s review of medical physiology; 23rd edition; pg:257.
Physiology
Nervous system
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A patient presented in casualty with a history of sudden onset palpitation, sensation of impending doom and constriction in his chest. This lasted for about 10-15 minutes after which he became all right. What is the MOST likely diagnosis?
Phobia
Personality disorder
Generalized Anxiety disorder
Panic attack
3d
multi
This patient having typical symptoms lasting for about 15 minutes and becoming alright after that indicates that he is suffering from panic attack. In panic attack patients usually suffers from shoness of breath, tachypnea, tachycardia, tremor, dizziness, hot or cold sensations, chest discomfo, and feelings of deperson...
Psychiatry
null
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The term "id" in the structural model of the mind refers to
Emotional pa of mind
Rational pa of mind
Moral pa of mind
Conscience pa of mind
0a
single
sigmund Freud was a pioneer in psychiatry he introduced the new school called PSYCHOANALYSIS he introduced the TOPOGRAPHICAL THEORY OF MIND he gave the concept of structural theory of mind he gave the concept of interpretation of dreams Reference: Kaplon and sadock, 11 th edition, synopsis of psychiatry, 11 th edition,...
Psychiatry
All India exam
9a964afa-8dc8-416b-a694-0614c1c6ca40
The term universal tumor refers to:
Adenoma
Papilloma
Fibroma
Lipoma
3d
single
Lipomas are most common SUBCUTANEOUS LIPOMAS Also known as UNIVERSAL TUMOUR MC site: Trunk BRACKET CALCIFICATION is seen in lipoma of corpus callosum SURGICAL EXCISION is required for removal
Surgery
Plastic Surgery and Skin Lesions
5a072d86-34bc-4c32-940c-30a09213ce71
What is the cause for luteal phase defect?
Progesterone is inadequately secreted
Excess estrogen is secreted
Excess progesterone is secreted
Both estrogen and progesterone are in excess
0a
multi
Luteal phase defect- In this condition, there is inadequate growth and function of the corpus luteum. There is inadequate progesterone secretion. The lifespan of corpus luteum is shoened less than 10days.As a result, there is inadequate secretory changes in the endometrium which hinder implantation.LPD is due to defect...
Gynaecology & Obstetrics
Infertility
b4b1e6c6-5853-4cc1-82b4-2ccdfd138c39
Necrotising aerioritis with fibrinoid necrosis is characteristic of
Immediate hypersensitivity
Cell mediated immunity
Ag-Ab complex mediated
Cytotoxic mediated
2c
single
Fibrinoid necrosis is a special form of necrosis, visible by light microscopy , usually in immune reaction in which complexes of antigens and antibodies are deposited in the walls of aeries. The deposited immune complexes together with fibrin that has leaked out of vessels produce a bright pink and amorphous appearance...
Pathology
Cardiovascular system
36f9e01c-90be-4901-a14c-277027119c46
Test of association between two variables is done by-
X2
Correlation
Regression
None
1b
multi
Ref:Parks 23rd edition pg 852 In order to find out whether there is significant association or not between the two variables , coefficient or Corelation is calculated . r lies between -1 and +1 r near -1 : indicates strong negative correlation . r = 0 : indicates no association r near +1: indicates strong positive corr...
Social & Preventive Medicine
Biostatistics
8b1ef2ba-0a15-4869-98bd-53cdf96fca27
A person on anti-tubercular drugs complained of deafness and tinnitus in one ear. Drug implicated is?
Streptomycin
Isoniazid
Ethambutol
Rifampicin
0a
single
ANSWER: (A) StreptomycinREF: KDT 7th ed p. 743Streptomycin causes nephrotoxicity and ototoxicity
Pharmacology
Anti-Tuberculosis
b5882156-9c5b-480d-a63b-adbf127ec110
Aerial enhancement and venous phase washout in a liver mass larger than 2 cm is diagnostic for
Hemangioma
Focal nodular hyperplasia
Adenoma
Hepatocellular carcinoma
3d
single
.
Surgery
All India exam
3e4245ed-fbe0-4a43-9dd7-08795b10c8d6
NADA's criteria are used for:
Assessment of child for degree of dehydration
Assessment of child for degree of malnutrition
Assessment of child for presence of hea disease
Assessment of child for degree of mental
2c
single
Answer is C (Assessment of child for presence of Hea disease) NADA's criteria are used for assessment of child for presence of hea disease. The assessment of a child for the presence or absence of hea disease can be done with the help of some guidelines suggested by 'V -I DA. These guidelines are called NAT) criteria. ...
Medicine
null
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True about Alphal antitrypsin deficiency is?
Deficiency of protease inhibitor
Autosomal recessive
May cause cholestatic jaundice
All of the above
3d
multi
ANSWER: (D) All of the aboveREF: Robbins 7th ed p. 913Alpha 1 antitrypsin deficiency:Due to protease inhibitor deficiencyIncreased neutrophill elastaseNeonatal cholestasis may occur,Hepatocellular carcinoma may also developPulmonary disease may occur in form of emphysemaGene located on chromosome 14
Pediatrics
Stomach and Intestines
894ab6fd-9d2c-4682-9009-3b20c04e6b55
Most common cause of upper GI bleed -
Esophageal varices
Erosive gastritis
Peptic ulcer disease
Trauma
2c
single
Ans. is 'c' i.e., Peptic ulcer disease o Upper G1 bleed refers to GI bleed refers to GI bleed occuringproximal to the ligament ofTreitz (.Ligament ofTreitz is a fibromuscular band extending from the right crus of diaphragm to the duodeno-jejunal flexure)Causes of upper GI bleed (in descending order)o Peptic ulcery Duod...
Surgery
Benign Gastric Disease
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Following are the characteristics of vincent’s angina, except:
Ulcerative gingivostomatitis
Caused due to malnutrition
A symbiotic infection
Caused by Leptospira interrogans
3d
multi
null
Pathology
null
aa3914b3-3d97-422b-b93c-96a2039d35a0
Which appendix pain is referred to suprapubic region?
Preileal
Postileal
Pelvic
Paracolic
2c
single
Ans. (c) PelvicRef: Internet SourcesDifferent positions of appendix will produce some typical symptoms:* Pelvic appendix -- suprapubic pain* Retroileal appendix -- can cause testicular pain due to irritation of spermatic artery or ureter
Surgery
Small & Large Intestine
9c5796a3-bce0-4a2a-ab24-c53cc4774661
All are true about microscopic appearance of pilocytic astrocytoma, EXCEPT:
Bipolar cells
Rosenthal fibers
Eosinophilic granular bodies
Decrease in the number of blood vessels
3d
multi
Pilocytic astrocytomas (grade I/IV) are distinguished from the other types by their pathologic appearance and relatively benign behavior On macroscopic examination, a pilocytic astrocytoma is often cystic; if solid, it may be well circumscribed or, less frequently, infiltrative. On microscopic examination the tumor is ...
Pathology
null
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A child presents with barotrauma pain.There is no inflammation of middle ear, management is:
Antibiotics
Paracetamol
Suppurative
Grommet tube inseion
2c
single
Treatment consists of teaching the patient valsalva manoeuvre. If this fails, politzerization or Eustachian tube catheterization is carried out. If fluid is present a myringotomy may be necessary and occasionally in resistant cases, grommet inseion may be required until the middle ear mucosa has returned to normal.
ENT
null
3f3ce8cf-cc06-44ec-b8d2-a5d3bd38a315
Mallory's hyaline is seen in -
Hepatitis C infection
Amoebic liver abscess
Indian childhood cirrhosis
Autoimmune hepatitis
2c
multi
null
Pathology
null
71586723-4357-4355-a76b-40551970b0ee
Which of the following beta adrenergic agonist is used as an aerosol for treatment of bronchial asthma?
Salbutamol
Ketotifen
Fluticasone
Monteleukast
0a
single
Ans: a (Salbutamol) Ref: KDT, 5 ed, p. 217Salbutamol (albuterol) is a highly selective beta 2 agonist.Inhaled salbutamol produces bronchodilation within 5 min and the action lasts for 2-4 hours.Drugs used tor bronchial asthma:Bronchodilators:a. Sympathomimetic-AdrenalineEphedrineIsoprenalinesalbutamolterbutalineb. Meth...
Pharmacology
A.N.S.
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Onion skin spleen is seen in
SLE
Sjogren's syndrome
Thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura
Henoch shonlein purpura
0a
single
Onion skin patten is due to Concentric Fibrosis seen in SLE.
Medicine
null
7886543f-3256-4162-b134-75874ca9d4d7
Superficial Plamar arch is related to the?
Distal end of fully extended thumb
Distal end of fully flexed thumb
Proximal end of the fully flexed thumb
Proximal end of fully extended thumb
0a
single
Superficial palmar arch is a direct continuation of the ulnar aery. The curve of the arch lies across the palm, in level with the distal border of the fully extended thumb. The arch is completed by anastomosing with the superficial palmar branch of the radial aery.
Anatomy
null
ae31c3a0-a1e0-4d15-99a1-d03c9df7dcc9
All are TRUE regarding health planning, except -
Resiource planning and implementation
Eliminating wasteful expenditure
Creating demands for needs
To develop best course of action for best results
2c
multi
Steps of health planning analysis of health situation Establishment of objectives and goal Assessment of resources Fixing priorities Write up formulated plan Programming and implementation Monitoring Evaluation (refer pgno: 870 park 23 rd edition)
Social & Preventive Medicine
Health education & planning
038ebd15-c83f-4320-9440-14d19a15b8a5
Walsham's forceps are used to:
Remove teeth
Remove root
Clamp blood vessels
Reduce nasal bone fractures
3d
single
null
Surgery
null
5fa8e4f1-786d-4b7a-ac5c-c7d463401a08
A known case of TB is now resistant to Rifampicin and Isoniazid. Which of the following would be most appropriate in treating this patient?
6 drugs for 4 months; 4 drugs for 12 months
4 drugs for 4 months. 6 drugs for 12 months
6 drugs for 6 months; 4 drugs for 18 months
5 drugs for 2 months; 4 drugs for 1 month; 3 drugs for 5 months
2c
single
Ans. C. 6 drugs for 6 months; 4 drugs for 18 months* Resistance to rifampicin and isoniazid is termed as multiple-drug-resistant TB (MDR-TB). In such a case, 6 drugs are used for 6-9 months in an intensive phase followed by 4 drugs for 18 months in a continuous phase.* The number of drugs used for specific duration in ...
Social & Preventive Medicine
Communicable Diseases
8a858d99-3194-4606-947f-ec25c5eb697d
All of the following drugs act by increasing the secretion of insulin except?
Exenatide
Saxagliptin
Rosiglitazone
Glipizide
2c
multi
Exenatide ->GLP-1 analogue - incretin which release insulin. S/E: Pancreatitis Saxagliptin -> DPP4 inhibitor which inhibit the metabolism of GLP-1, therefore increase insulin. Rosiglitazone acts PPAR gamma receptor. Reverse insulin resistance, associated with increase cardiovascular risk, Fluid retention,edema, anemia,...
Pharmacology
Pancreas
8b604a79-e75a-4e80-b78a-41edba668631
Which of the following is not a feature of Heat stress
Hyperpyrexia
Syncope
Cramps
Numbness
3d
single
Effect of Heat stress Heat stroke: Body temperature >110degF, Delirium, Convulsions, Absence of sweating Heat hyperpyrexia Heat exhaustion Heat cramps Heat syncope Ref : Park 25th edition Pgno : 784
Social & Preventive Medicine
Environment and health
b83a2d85-f499-4a91-90d2-df77443654fa
A patient of alcohlic liver faliure requires general anesthesia AOC is
Ether
Halothane
Isoflurane
Methoxyflurane
2c
single
C i.e. Isoflurane - IsofluraneQ is volatile anesthetic agent of choiceQ in patients with liver disease because it has the least effect on hepatic blood flow. - CisatracuriumQ is neuromuscular blocking agent of choiceQ owing to its unique non hepatic metabolism.
Anaesthesia
null
403f9f93-7dfb-496c-ba59-e459cea88ec1
All are true regarding cryptococcal infection except -
Occurs in immune-deficient states
Capsular Ag in CSF is a rapid method of detection
Anticapsular Abs is protective
Urease test +ve
2c
multi
1. Capsular antigen detection from CSF or serum by latex agglutination test is a rapid and sensitive (95%). 2. Cryptococcus gives Urease test positive. 3. Anticapsular Abs is not protective 4. Predisposing factors: Patients with advanced HIV infection with CD4 T-cell counts < 200/ml is the most impoant risk factor for ...
Microbiology
Mycology
67fbf33b-112e-43a1-bc43-edafce450d6b
Neonatal hypothermia can be prevented by all of the following EXCEPT?
Warm chain
Cold chain
Kangaroo Mother care
Radiant warmer
1b
multi
Neonatal hypothermia induces peripheral vasoconstriction leading to increased metabolism- Hypoxia Hypoglycemia Metabolic acidosis. Components of the warm chain 1. Thermal care in delivery room 2. Warm resuscitation 3. Immediate drying 4. Skin-to-skin contact 5. Breast feeding 6. Bathing postponing 7. Clothing and beddi...
Pediatrics
Neonatal hypothermia
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Most common route of infection of Kidneys in T.B. is
Direct invasion
Hematogenous
Lymphatic
Ascending
1b
single
null
Surgery
null
e8a897f9-4bd7-487d-9ee7-be26482cb916
Substrate level phosphorylation is seen in reaction catalyzed by which enzyme of citric acid cycle?
Pyruvate kinase
Succinate thiokinase
Phosphoglycerate kinase
All of the above
1b
multi
The reaction involves a substrate level phosphorylation whereby a high energy phosphate is generated from the energy trapped in the thioester bond of succinyl CoA. The enzyme is succinate thiokinase (step 5, Fig.18.2). A molecule of GDP is phosphorylated to GTP and succinate is formed. The GTP can be conveed to ATP by ...
Biochemistry
Enzymes
c60d1862-e06d-431b-b6ad-5be9b2b7687e
Rickets is due to -a) Loss of calcium in urineb) Increased mobilisation of calcium from bonec) Decreased absorption of calciumd) Loss of phosphate in Urine
ab
bc
bd
cd
3d
single
Rickets is a metabolic disorder characterized by deficient mineralization of bone. Rickets may be due to : - Vit D deficient → ↓ absorption of calcium (Vit D dependent rickets). Increased phosphate excretion due to defective reabsorption → Vit D resistant rickets.
Pathology
null
11ceda44-d2ff-47a4-8eaf-0d3a69f168de
7-Methyl guanosine cap is present in
M-RNA
t-RNA
r-RNA
DNA
0a
single
Eukaryotic mRNA synthesis results in a pre-mRNA precursor that contains extensive amounts of excess RNA (introns) that must be precisely removed by RNA splicing to generate functional, translatable mRNA composed of exonic coding and 5' and 3' noncoding sequences. # All steps--from changes in DNA template,Ref: Harpers I...
Biochemistry
Metabolism of nucleic acids
e1be363c-a985-49ba-9bde-03ff07635ed8
All of the following are true about peritonsillar abscess, except:
Bulge in soft palate
Does not involve floor of mouth
Abscess is collected lateral to the superior constrictor
Trismus is commonly associated
2c
multi
(c) Abscess is collected lateral to the superior constrictor(Ref. Scott Brown, 8th ed., Vol 3; 626)The abscess is collected in the peritonsillar space medial to the superior constrictor.Rest all are true.
ENT
Pharynx
c37a4dd5-40bf-4973-9681-e99426c77961
What is Falanga:
Beating on soles with blunt object
Beating on ear with both palms
Beating on the abdomen
Suspension by wrists
0a
multi
Beating on ear with both palms
Forensic Medicine
null
7229df94-1b64-45b0-b143-375e2439ffb0
Which of the following type of wa is treated by local application of podophyllin?
Plantar wa
Genital wa
Verruca Wa
All of the above
1b
multi
Treatment of anal condyloma depends on the location and extent of disease. Small was on the perianal skin and distal anal canal may be treated by the topical application of bichloracetic acid or podophyllin. Imiquimod is an immunomodulator that recently was introduced for topical treatment of several viral infections, ...
Pharmacology
null
6ffef378-d11a-4ab9-b1fc-80c896ffddfb
The following statements regarding insulin resistance in diabetic patients are true except:
It is more common with huminsulin
It may occur in the presence of infections
It may be due to antibodies to insulin
Use of glucocorticoids may be useful in severe cases
0a
multi
Insulin resistance in diabetic patients has been defined as insulin requirement of more than 2 U/kg/day for control of hyperglycemia or prevention of ketosis for more than 3 days in the absence of any complications. Stressful conditions (when there is excess of glucocorticoids and other hyperglycemic hormones) like trau...
Pharmacology
null
0557ea49-13d8-4da1-afc8-8a79a61c6a93
True statement about Vi polysaccharide vaccine is:
Has many serious systemic adverse reactions
Has many serious local side effects
Has many contraindications
Can be administered with yellow fever and hepatitis A vaccine
3d
multi
Can be administered with yellow fever and hepatitis A vaccine "The Vi polysaccharide vaccine can be co-administered with other vaccines relevant for international travelers such as yellow fever and hepatitis A and with vaccines of the routine child hood immunization programs"- Park There are two anti typhoid vaccines i...
Social & Preventive Medicine
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