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Oximes are contraindicated in which poisoning: NEET 13
Malathion
Diazinon
Phorate
Carbamate
3d
single
Ans. Carbamate
Forensic Medicine
null
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High environmental temperature, best step for malaria control-
Remove breeding place
Full sleeve cloth
Indoor insecticide
Early treatment
0a
multi
Ans. is 'a' i.e., Remove breeding place "The most important step in reducing number of mosquitoes is to eliminate their breeding places "..............ParkAntilarval MeasuresEnvironmental control(source reduction)Chemical control(Larvicidal agents)Biological controlThe most important step in reducing number of mosquito...
Social & Preventive Medicine
Malaria
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A 42 yr old male from srilanka presented with multiple polyps in nose .the causative agent might be
Histoplasma
Rhinospiridium
Coccidiodes
Mucor
1b
single
Rhinosporidiosis -common in India, Srilanka .pt presents with multiple friable polyps in nose, mouth or eye. It is a chronic granulomatous disease Ref: Baveja 5th ed pg: 552
Microbiology
mycology
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In a patient with chronic atrial fibrillation with a regular beat of 60/min , the most probable cause is -
Sleep
Digitalis toxicity
Sino nodal block
Hypothyroidism
1b
single
null
Medicine
null
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A 50 year old male patient complains of heaviness of face, headache and blocked nose. Patient gives history of chronic sinusitis. Waters view x-ray was taken. If the patient’s mouth is open during x-ray, the sphenoid sinus is seen superimposed over-
Nasal bone
Coronoid process
Maxillary sinus
Palate
3d
single
Waters view-  The image receptor is placed in front of the patient and perpendicular to the midsagittal plane. The patient’s head is tilted upward so  that  the  canthomeatal  line  forms  a  37-degree  angle  with  the image receptor. If the patient’s mouth is open, the sphenoid sinus is seen superimposed over the pal...
Radiology
null
16b739ad-e657-499d-9b15-0c83c65f9e2a
Streptococcal toxic shock syndrome is due to liberation of-
TSS - 1
Enterotoxin
Pyrogenic exotoxin
Endotoxin
2c
single
Ans. is 'c' i.e., Pyrogenic exotoxin . Streptococcal toxic shock syndrome ---> Pyrogenic exotoxin 'A' . Staphylococcal toxic shock syndrome -Toxic shock Syndrome Toxin Type - 1 (TSST-1) also known as enterotoxin-F or Pyrogenic exotoxin C. Rarely enterotoxin B or C may also cause TSS.
Microbiology
null
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Symptoms of opioid withdrawal are all, EXCEPT:
Polyuria
Yawning
Fever
Insomnia
0a
multi
Opioid withdrawal syndrome may resemble a severe flu-like illness. The syndrome is characterized by rhinorrhea, sneezing, yawning, lacrimation, abdominal cramping, leg cramping, piloerection (gooseflesh), nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, dilated pupils, fever, and insomnia. Heroin and methadone withdrawal symptoms peak in 3...
Forensic Medicine
null
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NSAIDs attenuate action of which of the following diuretics:
Carbonic anhydrase inhibitors
Loop diuretics
Thiazide diuretics
Spironolactone
1b
single
Loop diuretics increase prostaglandin production by stimulating Cycloxygenase enzyme (COX) and NSAIDs attenuate the diuretic action of these drugs.
Pharmacology
null
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Which one of the following needs cholesterol and other lipids for growth -
Mycobacterium TB
Chlamydia
Hemophilus
Mycoplasma
3d
single
Ans. is 'd' i.e., Mycoplasma . Unique among prokaryotes is the requirement of most mycoplasma for cholesterol and related sterols, which are incorporated in their surface membrane.
Microbiology
null
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Which among the following is the best method to assess intake of fluid in poly trauma patient:
Urine output
CVP
Pulse rate
BP
0a
single
null
Surgery
null
709aedd3-5383-4b37-b0cf-9c44e701cd0e
The threshold limit value of mercury exposures is:
0.01 mg / m3
0.05 mg/ m3
0.1 mg /m3
0.001 mg /m3
1b
single
null
Dental
null
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A CKD patient had to undergo dialysis. His Hb was 5.5. So two blood transfusions were to be given. First bag was completed in 2 hours. Second was staed and midway between he developed shoness of breath, hypeension. Vitals: BP 180/120 mm Hg and pulse rate 110/min. What is the cause?
Allergic
Transfusion related circulatory overload (TACO)
TRALI
FNHTR
1b
multi
Usually 1 bag takes 4 hr. Option A- Allergic it is very nonspecific symptom Here word mismatch blood transfusion would be a better answer. Option B- TACO As he has been administered with 2 units of blood at a very fast rate causing volume overload Contributing to pulmonary edema Volume expansion-HTN- Compensatory tachy...
Medicine
Blood Bank & Transfusion Therapy
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A 30-year-old male, Rajinder presents to your office with fatigue, muscle weakness and headache. His blood pressure is 170/120 mm Hg and his hea rate is 100/min. Laboratory evaluation reveals hypokalemia, metabolic alkalosis and decreased plasma renin activity. On CT scan, a mass was noted on left suprarenal gland. Pat...
Clonidine
Propanolol
Hydrochlorothiazide
Spironolactone
3d
single
Mosty likely diagnosis in this patient is aldosterone secreting tumor (adenoma) leading to primary hyperaldosteronism (Conn's Syndrome). Aldosterone excess will cause hypeension, hypokalemia, metabolic alkalosis and depressed renin. Aldosterone antagonists such as spironolactone or eplerenone can be used as medical the...
Pharmacology
Kidney
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Reduction of diametervat the muzzle end of a barrel of shotgun is called
Rifling
Choking
Yawing
Tembling
1b
multi
Choking Reduction of diameter at the muzzle end of the barrel of a shotgun is called choking Choking reduces the dispersion of pellets and holds the pellets together for a longer distance Choke- bore means diameter of the barrel is reduced at the muzzle end. Ref: FORENSIC MEDICINE AND TOXICOLOGY Dr PC IGNATIUS THIRD ED...
Anatomy
Miscellaneous
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CSF pressure depends primarily on:
Rate of CSF absorption
Rate of formation from the choroid plexus
Cerebral blood flow
Blood pressure
0a
single
Rate of CSF absorption
Anatomy
null
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Meig's syndrome is commonly associated with:
Teratoma
Brenner tumour
Fibroma
Theca cell tumour
2c
single
Meig's syndrome is present with ovarian fibroma, ascites and right sided pleural effusion Any other ovarian tumor or a pedunculated fibroid causing ascites with pleural effusion is known as Pseudo Meig's syndrome Most common cause of Pseudo meig's syndrome is Brenner tumor.
Gynaecology & Obstetrics
Ovarian Tumors
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The phase I reactions of drug metabolism include the following except:
Hydrolysis
Reduction
Oxidation
Conjugation
3d
multi
Biotransformation reactions can be classified into:  Nonsynthetic/Phase 1/Functionalization reactions:  A  functional group (- OH, -COOH, -CHO, H2, - SH) is generated or exposed- metabolite may be active or inactive.  Synthetic / Conjugation / Phase lI reactions:  An endogenous radical is conjugated to the drug- met...
Pharmacology
null
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Oblique popliteal ligament is pierced by ?
Anterior branch of popliteal aery
Medial inferior genicular branch of popliteal aery
Medial superior genicular branch of popliteal aery
Middle genicular branch of popliteal aery
3d
single
Ans. is 'd' i.e., Middle genicular branch of popliteal aery Oblique popliteal ligament It is an expansion from the tendon of semimembranosus attachment to intercondylar line of femur.It is closely related to popliteal aery and is pierced by middle genicular vessels and nerve and the terminal pa of the posterior divisio...
Anatomy
null
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A nurse is giving instructions to a client who is receiving Mycophenolate mofetil (CellCept) and Mycophenolic acid (Myfortic) after undergoing a heart transplant. The nurse tells the client to anticipate the following side effects, except?
Insomnia.
Vomiting.
Hypertension.
Diarrhea.
0a
multi
These medications can cause diarrhea, vomiting, sepsis, back pain, neutropenia and hypertension.
Medicine
null
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Mechanism of action of theophylline in bronchial asthma is:
Phosphodiesterase 4 inhibition
Beta2 agonism
Anticholinergic action
Inhibition of mucociliary clearance
0a
single
Ans. (A) Phosphodiesterase 4 inhibition(Ref: Katzung 11th/e p345; KDT 8th/e p245)Theophylline is used in bronchial asthma. Its mechanism of action is:Inhibition of phosphodiesterases particularly PDE-4.Antagonism of adenosine receptors.Enhancement of histone deacetylation. Acetylation of histone is required for activat...
Pharmacology
Asthma
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Structure forming medial boundary of femoral ring is:
Inguinal ligament
Pecten pubis
Lacunar ligament
Conjoint tendon
2c
single
Ans. C i.e. Lacunar ligament
Anatomy
null
05c29e05-aa6c-4bf4-bc3d-79bac0903ecd
Following admission to the hospital for intestinal obstruction, a 48-year-old woman states that she previously had undergone cholecystectomy and choledochoduodenostomy. The most likely indication for the performance of the choledochoduodenostomy was:
Hepatic metastasis were present.
Multiple stones were present in the gallbladder at the previous operation.
Multiple stones were present in the CBD at the previous operation.
The common hepatic duct had a stricture.
2c
multi
Multiple stones were present in the CBD at the previous operation. During exploration of the CBD, most stones can be removed by using Desjardin's forceps or under direct vision using a choledochoscope and Dormia basket. However, if there are multiple stones impacted in the lower part of the CBD, a drainage procedure ma...
Surgery
Pancreas
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Normal role of Micro RNA is
Gene Regulation
RNA splicing
Initiation of translation
DNA conformational change
0a
single
MicroRNA (abbreted miRNA) is a small non-coding RNA molecule (containing about 22 nucleotides) found in plants, animals, and some viruses, that functions in RNA silencing and post-transcriptional regulation of gene expression.miRNAs (microRNAs) are sho non-coding RNAs that regulate gene expression post-transcriptionall...
Biochemistry
Metabolism of nucleic acids
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Malignant tumor associated with Waldenstrom macroglobulinemia includes -
Smoldering myeloma
Primary effusion lymphoma
Mycosis fungoides
Lymphoplasmacytic lymphoma
3d
single
Waldenstrom macroglobulinemia is a syndrome in which high levels of IgM lead to symptoms related to hyperviscosity of the blood. It occurs in older adults , most commonly associated with lymphoplasmacytic lymphoma. Smoldering myelomas an uncommon variant of multiple myeloma defined by a lack of symptoms and a high plas...
Pathology
Haematology
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Death occurs faster in: MP 08
Fresh water drowning
Salt water drowning
Near drowning
Warm water drowning
0a
single
Ans. Fresh water drowning
Forensic Medicine
null
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All are to access platelet functions EXCEPT:
Prothrombin time
Bleeding time
Clot retraction time
Prothrombin deactivation
0a
multi
Prothrombin time REF: Wintrobe's hematology lied page 1242 Tests for platelet function: Bleeding time: Hemostasis in a small superficial wound, such as that produced when measuring the bleeding time, depends on the rate at which a stable platelet plug is formed and, thus, provides a measure of the efficiency of the vas...
Pathology
null
ffc8ab89-0698-4078-b977-9a3f689faf88
Bohn's nodules are
Cystic swellings in neonates
Cysts associated with soft palate
Cysts of gingiva in growing children
Warts on the tongue
0a
single
null
Pathology
null
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Gluconeogenesis can occur from all except
Lactic acid
Aceto acetate
Glycerol
Alanine
1b
multi
Substrates for gluconeogenesis are lactate (lactic acid), pyruvate, glycerol, glucogenic amino acids (all amino acids except leucine and lycine), propionate and intermediates of the citric acid cycle.
Biochemistry
null
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Which of the following vasculitis is ANCA negative
Microscopic polyangitis
Churg straus syndrome
Granulomatosis with polyangitis
Polyarteritis nodosa
3d
single
ANCAs are not seen in Polyarteritis nodosa.
Pathology
null
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Anitskov's cells are modified:
Neutrophils
Macrophages
Lymphocytes
Eosinophils
1b
single
Ans: b (Macrophages) Ref: Robbins, p. 593In acute rheumatic fever, focal inflammatory lesions found in the heart are called Ashoff bodies. They consist of foci of swollen eosinophils, collagen surrounded by lymphocytes, but occasionally they contain plasma cells and plump macrophages. These plump macrophages are called...
Pathology
C.V.S
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Increased blood volume in tissue is known as -
Hypermia
Edema
Congestion
Purpura
0a
single
Hyperemia is an active process due to aeriolar dilatation and increased blood inflow, resulting in high blood volume at tissues. Basic Pathology, Robbins. Page no.: 75
Pathology
General pathology
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Deformity is most commonly seen in primary osteoarthritis of the knee joint -
Genu valgum
Germ recurratum
Genu varus
Procurvaturn.
2c
single
In knee joint osteoarthritis, medial joint space is affected earliest and causes asymmetrical joint space narrowing. This results in varus deformity (genu varus).
Orthopaedics
null
bb80f176-b1c1-4af1-86ef-63f70ba96f77
First increase of reticulocyte count occurs after how many hours of iron therapy
48 - 72 hrs
24 hrs
96 hrs
6 hrs
0a
single
Ans: a (48 - 72 hrs) Ref: OP Ghai, 6th ed, p. 302Rise in reticulocyte count occurs by 48 - 72 hrs after start of Iron therapy.Course of events after starting iron therapy :1. Child becomes less irritable and appetite improves within 24 hrs2. Bone marrow response is observed within 48 hrs3. Rise in reticulocyte count by...
Medicine
Blood
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Tongue anomaly is called as:
Fissured tongue
Bifid tongue
Macroglossia
All of the above
1b
multi
A completely cleft or bifid tongue is a rare condition that is apparently due to lack of merging of the lateral lingual swellings of this organ. A partially cleft tongue is considerably more common and is manifested simply as a deep groove in the midline of the dorsal surface. The partial cleft results because of incom...
Pathology
null
88aef4f8-4bb8-449a-be92-ad4b98a5d58d
Lymphocytic colitis
Bloody diarrhea
Intra epithelial lymphocytes
Lymphocytes is stools
Through Ileoscopy look for payer's patches
1b
single
The characteristic feature of LC is an infiltration by lymphocytes into the colonic epithelium. Collagenous colitis (CC) shares this feature but additionally shows a distinctive thickening of the subepithelial collagen table. LC and CC have been suggested to represent different phases of a single pathophysiologic proce...
Pathology
G.I.T
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The most aggressive and destructive cyst is
Periapical cyst
Dentigerous cyst
Globulornaxillary cyst
Nasopalatine cyst
1b
single
null
Pathology
null
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A Bone marrow transplant receipient patient, developed chest infection. ON chest Xray Tree in Bud appearance is present. The cause of this is:
Klebsiella
Pneumocystis
TB
RSV
3d
single
D i.e. (RSV) - Most common cause of tree in bud (bronchiectasis) appearance is Mycobacterium tuberculosis (endobronchial). Most common specific cause of tree in bud appearance in HSL (bone marrow) transplant patients is CMV (30-70%) > RSV (18%) > M. tuberculosis (5-6%) > Pneumocystis > Invasive aspergillosis. Tree in B...
Radiology
null
d40e57cb-723f-4c3e-939e-a3319f46ca1d
A newborn baby presents with shock, hyperkalemia and hypoglycemia. What is the most likely diagnosis-
Septicemia
Inborn error of metabolism
Diabetes mellitus
Congenital adrenal hyperplasia
3d
single
Ans. is 'd' i.e., Congenital adrenal hyperplasia
Pediatrics
null
bc9cdf4f-348a-4e10-9fc5-24b1670ac702
Dissociated sensory loss is seen in
Syringomyelia
Vitamin B12 deficiency
Transverse myelitis
Pellagra
0a
single
Harrison's principles of internal medicine 17th edition. * The classical presentation in syringomyelia is a central cord syndrome consisting of a dissociated sensory loss and areflexic weakness in upper limbs
Medicine
C.N.S
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Subacute combined degeneration of cord is due to deficiency of:-
Vitamin B1
Vitamin B6
Folic acid
Vitamin B12
3d
single
Vitamin B12 deficiency leads to:- Megaloblastic anemia Pernicious anemia Sub-acute combined degeneration of spinal cord Peripheral neuropathy Infeility Atrophic glossitis.
Social & Preventive Medicine
Vitamins and Nutritional Deficiencies
66910143-9780-4cfe-b0b6-edbc63af66dd
H.P. inclusion bodies in trachoma are seen to be:
Extracellular
Intracytoplasmic
Intranuclear
None
1b
multi
Ans. Intracytoplasmic
Ophthalmology
null
c7136fd7-c28f-4a4c-9f2c-58b27a00cfb7
Maximum effect of bronchodilatation in asthma is caused by -
Corticosteroids
Theophylline
Anticholinergic
Beta 2-Agonist
3d
single
Ans. is 'd' i.e., b2-Agonist b-agonists in Asthmao Bronchi have b2-adrenergic receptors which cause bronchodilatation - So, the adrenergic drugs used in asthma are selective b2 agonists.o b2-agonists are the most effective bronchodilatorso b2-agonists have some other effects also on airways (other than bonrchodilatatio...
Pharmacology
Asthma
1c4164ab-1264-4957-9479-b39a808a5e77
The diluent used for BCG is -
Distilled water
Normal saline
Dextrose solution
Ringer - lactate
1b
single
<p>BCG Aim- To induce a benign,aificial primary infection which will stimulate an acquired resistance to possible subsequent infection with virulent tubercle bacilli, and thus reduce the morbidity and moality from primary tuberculosis among those most at risk. WHO recommends the &;Danish 1331&; strain for vaccine produ...
Social & Preventive Medicine
Communicable diseases
4ef35673-dbfc-4262-8984-131c33073a44
Adverse reaction following whole cells pertussis immunization is -
Fever
Ecessive cry
Local swelling
All of above
3d
multi
Ans. is 'd' i.e.. All of above Advese effect with pertusis (used in DPT)o Local pain, swelling, rednesso Fevero Convulsiono Anaphylaxiso Hypotensive, hyporesponsive episod.
Pediatrics
Immunization
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Which of the following arises from infraglenoid tubercle -
Longheadofbiceps
Longheadoftriceps
Shoheadofbiceps
Coracobrachialis
1b
single
Ans. is'b' i.e., Long head of tricepsSupraglenoid tubercle of scapula : origin oflong head ofbiceps.Infraglenoid tubercle of scapula : origin of long head of triceps
Anatomy
null
b39233e8-b117-4c55-8bb5-3f1163c5ceac
In metabolism of xenobiotics, all of the following reactions occur in phase one EXCEPT ?
Oxidation
Reduction
Conjugation
Hydrolysis
2c
multi
null
Pharmacology
null
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Thickness of lead apron to prevent radiation -
1 mm
3 mm
0.5mm
7mm
2c
single
lead aprons of thickness 0.5mm will reduce the intensity of scattered X rays over 90% and should be worn by all workers regularly exposed to X ray procedures. Radiation protection is the youngest bramch of hygiene and is called radiation hygiene. Parks textbook of preventive and social medicine.K Park. Edition 23.page ...
Social & Preventive Medicine
Environment and health
c50ee3f1-1621-4c3e-9219-49a611992c4a
The names Brechner and Bethune are associated with which of the following devices?
Precordial Doppler
Transesophageal echocardiography
Plethysmography
End tidal capnography
3d
single
Ans. d. End tidal capnography (Ref: Bethune, R. W. M., and Brechner, V. L. (1968). Detection of venous air embolism by carbon dioxide monitoring. Anesthesiology, 29, 178)Brechner and Bethune are associated with end-tidal capnography.
Anaesthesia
Breathing Systems
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Sexually active male comes with complaints of recurrent ulcers over the glans which heals with hyperpigmentation . Lesions characteristically recur after intake of sulfonamidees, probable diagnosis is -
Aphathous ulcer
fixed drug eruption
Herpes genitalis
Chlamydial infection
1b
multi
Fixed drug eruption It characteristically recur at the same site following administration of offending drugs or occasionally a member of the same group of drugs. They occur 30min to 8hrs after drug administration Most common drugs: Sulfonamides NSAIDS Dapsone Batbiturates Ciprofloxacin Phenytoin Griseofulvin Metronidaz...
Dental
Autoimmune skin disorders
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Why pyridostigmine is preferred in myasthenia gravis?
It doesn't cross BBB
Longer acting than neostigmine
It crosses BBB
Sho-acting than neostigmine
1b
single
DOC FOR myasthenia gravis is pyridostigmine as it long acting than neostigmine.both are quaternanry coumpounds and so cant cross BBB Ref: KDT 6th ed pg 101-102
Pharmacology
Autonomic nervous system
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A black necrotic mass was seen in the nose of an elderly diabetic patient. The most probable diagnosis is?
Lupus vulgaris
Aspergillosis
Mucormycosis
Pseudomonas infection
2c
single
The most probable diagnosis is mucormycosis which is a fungal infection of the nose and paranasal sinuses. It is seen in those on immunosuppressive therapy or those with uncontrolled diabetics. It is associated with rapid destruction due to the affinity of the fungus to aeries causing endothelial damage and thrombosis....
ENT
Nose and paranasal sinuses
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The efferent limb of the cremasteric reflex is provided the-
Femoral branch of the genitofemoral
Genital branch of the genitofemoral nerve
Ilioinguinal nerve
Pudendal nerve
1b
single
Ans. B. Genital branch of the genitofemoral nerveCremasteric Reflexa. Contraction of the cremaster muscle is elicited by lightly stroking the skin on the medial aspect of the superior part of the thigh with an applicator stick or tongue depressor. The afferent limb is ilio-inguinal nerve supplies this area of skin. Cre...
Anatomy
Male Genital System
580a574a-9082-4031-9950-e99f733fb301
Most abundant immunoglobulin present in breast milk?
IgA
IgM
IgG
IgE
0a
single
Most abundant type of Ig = IgA > IgD > IgG, IgM & IgE Anti-infective factors present in breast milk are: IgA (ratio of IgA: IgG is 100:1) Lymphocytes Anti- streptococcal factor Lysosome Lactoferrin Living cells.
Social & Preventive Medicine
Paediatric Care in RCH: BW, BL, PEM, Breast Feeding
f0a8a5cd-841a-40d5-a463-617f1d516d3b
Moality rates are taken into account while calculating: March 2011
General feility rate
NRR
Total feility rate
Gross reproduction rate
1b
single
Ans. B: NRR Net reproduction rate measures the number of daughters a woman would have in her lifetime if she experiences prevailing age-specific feility and moality rates Net reproduction rate/NRR It is the average number of daughters that would be born to a female (or a group of females) if she passed through her life...
Social & Preventive Medicine
null
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During radiotherapy the Buccal Mucosa exhibits radiation reaction before skin due to -
Rapid cellular turn-over in bone
Slow cellular turn-over in blood vessel
Rapid cellular turn-over in skin
Rapid cellular turn-over in mucosa
3d
single
Rapidly dividing cells are generally more radio sensitive then slowly dividing cells, reflecting radiation induced inhibition of D.N.A. synthesis.
Pathology
null
ce99dac9-19c0-4e39-86c5-da8964319574
Tributaries of Lt renal vein are all except:
Left lumbar vein
Left gonadal vein
Left suprarenal vein
Left diaphragmatic vein
0a
multi
Ans is 'a' ie left lumbar vein (Ref. BDC (vol II), 3/e, p 272)Tributaries of left renal veinLeft gonadal veinLeft suprarenal veinLeft inferior phrenic veinOn right side they open directly into the inferior vena cava.
Surgery
Anatomy (Stomach and Duodenum)
4fbf0e48-f428-4f52-bc5c-b9982408af9f
Which of the following antibiotic acts by inhibiting cell wall synthesis ?
Chloramphenicol
Gentamicin
Erythromycin
Penicillin
3d
multi
null
Pharmacology
null
77a588e5-01f1-4f34-adc2-06ff796742c0
All the following represent risk factors associated with pelvic inflammatory disease except
Recent new sexual paner
Doughing
Low socioeconomic status
Age 30 - 39 years
3d
multi
Ans is 'd' i.e., Age 30 - 39 yearRisk factors associated with pelvic inflammatory disease are :DouchingSingle statusSubstance abuseMultiple sexual panersLower socio - economic statusRecent new sexual panerYoung age 10 - 19 yearsOther sexually transmitted infectionsSexual paner with urethritis or gonorrheaPrevious diagn...
Gynaecology & Obstetrics
null
5c22d56f-801c-46c1-bd92-933bc50710aa
A 45 year old victim of head Injury from an accident Who is unconscious requires an emergency surgical Intervention. In the absence of any consenting pay, the doctor should
Not operate at all
Obtain consent from the police
Operate without consent
Obtain consent from the magistrate
2c
multi
No duty to inform arises in an emergency in which the patient is unconscious or otherwise incapable of giving valid consent and harm from failure to treat is imminent. However, an emergency does not give the doctor a license to do whatever he deems advisable for the patient; it suppos only limited measures to save pati...
Forensic Medicine
Medico legal procedures
843fc85d-f360-47df-8ecb-2dd0168d1d7b
A 55 year old male presented with painless terminal hematuria. Cystoscopic examination revealed a solitary papillary tumor. Histopathological examination of completely resected tumor is suggestive of grade transitional cell carcinoma with no muscle invasion. fuher management of this patient is best done by
Just follow up
Intravesical chemotherapy
Intravesical BCG
Cystectomy
2c
single
Ans. is 'c' i.e., Intravesical BCG Management of bladder cancer Cystoscopy and transurethral resection or biopsy - initially, any pt. with hematuria is examined by cystoscopy and any tumor seen is removed by transurethral resection (if possible) or biopsied. Fuher treatment decisions are made after tumor staging on his...
Surgery
null
485b0fa3-952c-49ed-bb71-d414fdf4e4ad
Preservative added in DPT vaccine is :
Zinc phosphate
Aluminum phosphate
MgS04
ZnS04
1b
single
Ans. is 'b' i.e. Aluminium Phosphate Aluminium phosphate is used as an adsorbent in DPT vaccine. Adsorption increases the immunological effectiveness of the vaccine
Social & Preventive Medicine
Communicable Diseases
37e8161a-efc3-46af-bbc7-c38ff9f44f8c
Serratus arterior is supplied by -
Thoracodorsal nerve
Axillary nerve
Musculocutaneous nerve
Nerve of bell
3d
single
Ans. is 'd' i.e., Nerve of bell o Serratus anterior causes protraction of scapula,o It is supplied by long thoracic nerve (Nerve of Bell),o It forms medial boundary of axilla.Serratus anterioro Origin : Outer surface of upper 8 ribs by 8 digitations (multipennate muscles),o Insertion : Medial border of scapula and infe...
Anatomy
Nerves of Upper Extremity
7bdf06c1-3e9f-4c58-97cb-4d26998ddf01
Froment's sign is positive in cases of weakness of ?
Thumb adduction
Thumb abduction
Thumb flexion
Thumb extension
0a
single
Ans. is 'a' i.e., Thumb adduction Normally when a person is asked to grasp a book between the thumb and index finger, he will grasp the book firmly with thumb extended, taking full advantage of the adductor pollicis and the first dorsal interosseous muscles. If the ulnar nerve is injured the adductor pollicis will be p...
Surgery
null
4bad66a3-5215-459b-9d8a-5ef1b69ca357
The laboratory test of choice to confirm myxoedema coma is -
Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH)
Thyrotropine releasing hormone (TRH)
Tri-iodothyronine (T3)
Tetra iodothyronine (T4)
0a
single
Laboratory studies are impoant to confirm the diagnosis of myxedema coma. However, if the condition is suspected, treatment should be staed immediately without waiting for the results. Thyroid function tests TSH is elevated in most patients indicating a primary thyroid disorder Free T4 and free T3 levels are low A low ...
Medicine
Endocrinology
164990c5-7eb8-4a54-8f38-c025dd4e9e27
Infection with Sporothrix schenckii (formerly Sporotrichum schenckii) is an occupational hazard for gardeners. The portal of entry for this organism is the
Lymphatic system
Respiratory tract
Skin
Mouth
2c
single
Cutaneous sporotrichosis, caused by S. schenckii, begins at the site of inoculation, usually on an extremity or the face. The organism often is found on thorns of rose bushes. Ulceration is common and new lesions appear along paths of lymphatic channels. Extracutaneous sporotrichosis is seen primarily in bones and join...
Microbiology
Mycology
5ef2e1e1-d023-4f4b-b9e5-db960a1c364f
Secretion of estrogen is maximum at
Just before menopause
At pubey
At menstruation
Before ovulation
3d
single
Estrogen is a generic term for any of the estrus-producing compounds (female sex hormones), including estradiol, estriol, and estrone. Called also estrogenic hormone. In humans, the estrogens are formed in the ovary, adrenal coex, testis, and fetoplacental unit, and are responsible for female secondary sex characterist...
Physiology
Endocrinology
475a9dff-859f-4831-8cb9-2a92cbfccd1e
Which of the following is aberrant epiphysis
Coracoid process
Greater tubercle of humerus
Base of 1" metacarpal
Base of 2nd metacarpal
3d
single
Aberrant epiphysis: is not always present example: epiphysis at the head of first metacarpal and base of other metacarpalRef BD CHAURASIA S Handbook of General Anatomy Fouh edition Pg no 42
Anatomy
General anatomy
a29bf584-4dd6-4707-84d0-05ab91aee05a
disorder where amenorrhea was once needed for diagnosis was
anorexia nervosa
metabolic syndrome
bulimia nervosa
binge eating
0a
single
Anorexia nervosa Anorexia nervosa is a eating disorder where the patient has decreased weight and altered body image and persistent desire to maintain thinness * Gender==== more common in females * Age=======adolescence * Comorbidity=== depression and social phobia * Duration====3 months * Criteria= * Intense fear of b...
Anatomy
Sleep disorders and eating disorders
14bc7576-bd7b-4e8e-906c-d3d8695a9516
In Vitamin A deficiency, respiratory tract infection due to:
Keratinization of upper epithelial cells
Lack of antibody production
Dysfunction of epithelial layer
Defective chemotaxis
2c
single
Vitamin A: - Role 1) Vision 2) Reproduction & growth 3) Maintenance of epithelial cell 4) Stabilization of cellular and intra Cellular membrane 5) Synthesis of glycoprotein 6) Antioxidant 7) Skin & Bone Metabolism
Medicine
JIPMER 2017
7a014ee1-de7e-4619-bf3a-f7c3ecf4f5c2
All of the following are decrease in Nephrotic syndrome except -
Transferrin
Ceniloplasmin
Fibrinogen
Albumin
2c
multi
null
Medicine
null
bc010c61-7d3d-4fad-9710-df4eecff1b15
What is the working time of amalgam?
One to two minutes
Three to four minutes
Five to six minutes
Seven to eight minutes
1b
single
null
Dental
null
62645a33-cff9-42d3-9aef-29ddfad1cfd0
An old man who is edentulous developed squamous cell carcinoma in buccal mucosa that has infiltrated to the alveolus. Following is not indicated in treatment
Radiotherapy
Segmental mandibulectomy
Marginal mandibulectomy involving removal of the outer table only
Marginal mandibulectomy involving removal of upper half of mandible
2c
single
Marginal mandibulectomy with removal of outer table is not recommended. Marginal mandibulectomy -- It include incontinuity excision of tumour with margin of the mandible and overlying gingival at least 1 cm thick mandible inferiorly. It is indicated in carcinoma close proximity to the lower gingival or extending onto t...
Surgery
null
8eec27a6-cae8-4aa6-9a56-721850dbe6f6
A child with complaints of cough. Characteristic inspiratory whoop. Sample for investigation is ?
Nasopharyngeal swab
Tracheal aspiration
Cough plate culture
Sputum culture
0a
single
Ans. is 'a' i.e., Nasopharyngeal swab "Culture of nasopharyngeal secretion remains the gold stadard for diagnosis of whooping cough"
Pediatrics
null
e1d3cc6f-61b3-4cb3-9978-21231387c9ac
In PHC how to dispose placenta -
Incineration
Microwaving
Autoclaving
Chemical treatment
0a
single
- placenta is a human anatomical waste that comes under category no 1. - category no 1 wastes are discarded in yellow colour plastic bag and should be treated by incineration. Reference: Park's textbook of preventive and social medicine, 23rd edition, pg no: 793,794 <\p>
Social & Preventive Medicine
Hospital waste and disaster management, Occupational health
2e58a281-3b48-4a60-be6d-e6693a434839
Chi square test is applied to test the independence of cross distribution of two variables and each of them should have
Equal number of cases
Mutually exclusive cases
Normal distribution
Non-mutually exclusive cases
1b
multi
null
Dental
null
f968aea4-be9b-4740-b6a2-f04da6de5d38
Mc benign epithelial ovarian tumor is
Serous cystadenoma
Mucinous cystadenoma
Brenner tumor
Ovarian fibroma
0a
single
Serous cystadenoma and cystadenocarcinoma Serous cystadenoma and cystadenocarcinoma are amongst the most common of cystic ovarian neoplasms, accounting about 50% of all ovarian tumours; of these, 60-70% are benign, 15% borderline and 20-25% are malignant.
Unknown
null
58d0bbf4-2153-475c-bf96-56dd0f0d95bc
What is the MOST likely diagnosis for this 25-year-old man with sickle cell trait?
Non-Hodgkin lymphoma
Angiomyolipoma
Renal medullary carcinoma
Transitional cell carcinoma
2c
single
A large infiltrative mass is present in the right kidney with extension of mass into the renal pelvic fat, the right renal vein and IVC. There is also retroperitoneal lymphadenopathy and splenomegaly. A. Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma can involve the kidney but is seen on presentation in only 5.8% of cases. Although it can inv...
Radiology
GIT and hepatobiliary system
f51614f4-e6b6-4511-821a-b7a8afef4376
The term 'id' was coined by:
Freud
Skinner
Weyker
Weyker
0a
single
A. i.e. Freud
Psychiatry
null
76a401f9-61da-426a-85a8-b03e7ebd7552
Kit B given at subcentre –
Vit A
ORS
Paracetamol
Iron
2c
single
Sub-center kit A contains :- (i) Iron (Ferrous sulphate) & folic acid; (ii) Zinc sulphate; (iii) Cotrimoxazole; (iv) Vitamin A; (v) ORS; and (vi) Gentian violet crystals. Sub-center kit contains :- (i) Paracetamol; (ii) Dicyclomine hydrochloride; (iii) Albendazole; (iv) Methylergometrine; (v) Povidone iodine ointment; ...
Social & Preventive Medicine
null
80351dcb-3f71-4433-b1b1-2a505f97e74b
Triple helix is found in
Cystine
Collagen
Pectin
DNA
1b
single
Robbins basic pathology 9th edition page no 63 The collagens are composed of three seperate polypeptide chains braided into a ropelike triple helix.
Pathology
General pathology
98c462da-4f5b-464c-b71c-d62415965b81
Hypersensitivity vasculitis involve
Capillary
Aerioles
Postcapillary venules
Medium sized aeries
2c
single
Hypersensitivity vasculitis, which is usually represented histopathologically as leukocytoclastic vasculitis (LCV), is a term commonly used to denote a small-vessel vasculitis. There are many potential causes of hypersensitivity vasculitis; however, up to 50% of cases are idiopathic. Hypersensitivity vasculitis may pre...
Medicine
Immune system
c4cef47f-ecca-44e5-ab65-c1e0ce2d4887
A 32-year-old woman is admitted to the emergency department after an automobile collision. Radiographic examination reveals multiple fractures of the humerus. Flexion and supination of the forearm are severely weakened. She also has loss of sensation on the lateral surface of the forearm. Which of the following nerves ...
Radial
Musculocutaneous
Median
Lateral cord of brachial plexus
1b
single
The musculocutaneous nerve supplies the biceps brachii and brachialis, which are the flexors of the forearm at the elbow. The musculocutaneous nerve continues as the lateral antebrachial cutaneous nerve, which supplies sensation to the lateral side of the forearm (with the forearm in the anatomic position). The biceps ...
Anatomy
Upper Extremity
480b3528-611a-4b2e-84cf-264b9f6ff457
After 28 weeks of gestation true is/are:a) Viableb) > 1000 gm c) Lecithin/Sphingomyelin ratio >2d) Type II pneumocytes presente) Phosphatidyl glycerol present
abd
bcd
abc
ab
0a
multi
null
Gynaecology & Obstetrics
null
e4514ffc-7062-41d2-8e92-fb11da5a7b31
In a study following interpretation are obtained: Satisfied, Very satisfied, Dissatisfied. Which type of scale is this?
Nominal
Ordinal
Interval
Ratio
1b
single
Ans is 'b' i.e. Ordinal Repeat from All India 07, AIIMS May 2005, Nov. 2003Statistical data can be of two types -Qualitative data -Quantitative dataQualitative DataIn such data there is no notion of magnitude or size of the variables as they cannot be measuredVariables can be categorized according to some characteristi...
Social & Preventive Medicine
Statistical Tests
f76e1d5b-1bf4-4ede-8e20-defeb65a3858
Beillon system is for -
Anthropometry
Dactylography
Dentition
Nuclear sexing
0a
single
Ans. is 'a' i.e., AnthropometryBeillion system is anthropometry.
Forensic Medicine
null
e2795850-78f1-46e0-ad99-d6418f26fe9f
Translocation (8;14) is characteristic of -
Burkitt's lymphoma
Ataxia telengieactasia
ALL
CML
0a
multi
Ans. is 'a' i.e., Burkitt's lymphoma Chromosomal translocations Associated Neoplasmo 8-14-Burkitt's lymphoma.Acute lymphocytic leukemia (FAB type L3) Immunoblastic B cell lymphomao 15-17-Promyelocytic leukemiao 4-11-Acute lymphocytic leukemiao 11-14-Chronic lymphocytic leukemiao 14-18-Follicular lymphomao 6-14-Cystaden...
Unknown
null
0971d63c-0725-42b6-b279-39ba7a35a121
In a population having mid-year population of 1000, there are 150 children less than 15 years and 50 elderly more than 65 years of age. Calculate dependency ratio ?
0.2
200
0.25
250
2c
single
Dependency ratio = (Propoion of ppl in < 15yrs of age + >65yrs of age) / Propoion of ppl in 15-64 yrs of age = 150+50/800 = 0.25
Social & Preventive Medicine
Definition & Concepts
a0fb931b-1727-4087-9387-27e55141c30e
What are the Rushton bodies ?
Hyaline bodies of odontogenic cyst
Refractile bodies of radicular cyst
Bodies seen in ameloblastomes
Hyaline bodies seen in dentigerous cysts
0a
single
Rushton Bodies Rushton Bodies or hyaline bodies of odontogenic cysts feature as eosinophilic, straight or curved, irregular or rounded structure within the epithelial lining of odontogenic cyst Rushton bodies occur almost exclusively within odontogenic cyst Ref: Shafers 6th edition Pgno : 268
Surgery
Head and neck
0a22bdab-b65a-48b8-bde8-e73a0ecf5d0b
A 69-year-old man has had mild arthritis involving many joints for several years. Over 1 or 2 days, he develops severe pain and swelling of his knee. His x-ray reveals calcifications in his articular cartilage. Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis?
acute gout
RA
pseudogout
infectious arthritis
2c
single
The articular calcification chondrocalcinosis is typical for pseudogout or calcium pyrophosphate disease (CPPD). The most common joint involved is the knee, but the wrist, shoulder, ankle, elbow, and hand are also frequently involved. Definitive diagnosis depends on finding typical rhomboid-shaped crystals with weak-po...
Medicine
Immunology and Rheumatology
ee10305f-c594-4dcf-9ae9-420489f8f466
NOT a ductus dependent congenital heart disease among the following is
Tetralogy of fallot
linterrupted Aortic Arch
Tricuspid atresia
Truncus arteriosus
3d
multi
Other than Truncus arteriosus, rest all lesions among the choices include maintaining Ductus arteriosus as a part of treatment.
Pediatrics
null
54c18a59-9a9d-4482-b040-e6fac2c02e18
True about acute post infective glomerulonephritis ?
Crescent formation
Subepithelial deposits
Granular deposits of IgG
Deposition of IgA
3d
multi
Ans. is 'd' i.e., Deposition of IgAPost streptococcal (Acute proliferative) glornerulonephritis Post streptococcal glornerulonephritis (PSGN) is an acute proliferative glomerulonephritis which is characterized by diffuse proliferation of glomerular cells, associated with influx of leukocytes. o PSGN is characterized by...
Pathology
null
8c6db2f9-fb6a-4f14-86a7-dca31eacd799
Despite their sho half lives(2hrs) proton pump inhibitors cause a prolonged suppresion of acid secretiin(upto 48hr) because:
They are prodrugs and undergo activation gradually
They exit from the palsma and enter acid secretory canaliculi and stay there blocking the secretion of acid for a long time
They irreversibly inhibit the proton pump molecule and hence,acid secretion requires synthesis of new proton pumps
They are available as enteric coated capsules,from which drug is gradually released
2c
multi
They irreversibly inhibit the proton pump molecule and hence,acid secretion requires synthesis of new proton pumps(ref Rang and Dale 5/e p370-371, goidman gilman 12/e p1311-1312) The activated form of PPI binds covalently with sulfahydryl groups of cysteine in the H+ K+ atpase ,irreversbly inacativating the pump molecu...
Pharmacology
Gastrointestinal tract
0c5e460a-0679-4f88-b03e-aaf72a8807fe
Sectoral sign is positive in -
Avascular necrosis of femur head
Osteoarthritis of btp
Protrusio acetabuli
Slipped capita! femoral epiphyses
0a
single
Ans. is 'a' i.e.. Avascular necrosis of femur headClinical features of AVNo In the earlier stages of AVN, the patient is asymptomatic, and by the time patient presents, the lesion is well advanced.o Common histories patient gives (Any of the following) : -i ) Dislocation of HipAlcoholismSteroid intake for any disorderN...
Orthopaedics
Avascular Necrosis
9c92301d-5ebe-47b7-8fbb-9338f0ac988a
39 years female, 40 weeks gestation, 4mm dilated cervix. Which is the safest option for analgesia-
Intramuscular pentazocin
Epidural block
Pudendal block
Premixed nitrous oxide and oxygen
1b
multi
Ans. is 'b' i.e., Epidural block o When complete relief ofpain is needed throughout labour, epidural analgesia is the safest and simplest method.o For Vaginal delivery - a complete block from T10 to S5For Caesarian section - a complete block from T4 to SI is needed.o Paracervical nerve blockUsed for pain relief during ...
Gynaecology & Obstetrics
Operative Gynaecology
9609cf12-50f3-47be-802e-01a5bb8b6045
S.A. node acts as a pacemaker of the hea because of the fact that it:
Is capable of generating impulses spontaneously
Has rich sympathetic innervations.
Has poor cholinergic innervations
Generates impulses at the highest rate.
3d
single
D i.e. Generates impulses at the highest rate
Physiology
null
7fc651c1-b816-4962-b2ee-db8f5afdea4f
The stereocilia of hair cells are embedded in which membrane?
Basilar
Reissner's
Tectorial
Tympanic
2c
single
The scala media is bordered by the basilar membrane and Reissner's membrane and contains a tectorial membrane. The apical border of hair cells has stereocilia that are embedded in the tectorial membrane.
Physiology
Special Senses
46126fa1-4678-4fee-8bf4-2d8b691409c8
Food with maximum Cholesterol content -
Eggs
Coconut oil
Hydrogenated Fats
Ghee (Hydrogenated)
0a
single
In egg cholesterol content is 250 mg. REF. PARK'S TEXTBOOK OF PREVENTIVE AND SOCIAL MEDICAL 21ST EDITION. PAGE NO - 611)
Social & Preventive Medicine
Nutrition and health
bdf86283-3eca-4eca-ae7d-8142a93ee247
Vesicoureteric reflux is diagnosed by:
Micturating cystography
X ray abdomen
CECT Abdomen
Intravenous pyelography
0a
single
Ans. A. Micturating cystographyVesicoureteric reflux refers to the retrograde flow of urine from bladder to ureters and pelvis at rest or during micturition.Pathogenic organisms that might be present in the bladder can gain access to the renal parenchyma initiating inflammation and renal scarring. Two techniques are co...
Pediatrics
Gastro Intestinal System
53d1857f-06d2-4da0-9d7f-88b4a976ac5d
In a seriously ill patient, addition of amino acids in diet results in a positive nitrogen balance. The mechanism for this is
Increased Growth hormones secretion
Enhanced rate of gluconegenesis
Increased absorption of amino acids from diet
Increased secretion of Insulin
3d
single
Nutrition experiments with various levels of calorie and protein intake were carried out on five healthy young men. Three series of experiments with two persons each were undeaken for periods up to 14 days. The first pa of each experiment, with 1100 to 1500 kcal/day, was immediately followed by the second pa, with 3500...
Physiology
Endocrinology
0746e4e2-9087-4f07-ac87-b93772287bdd
Patient on verapamil should not be given beta blocker as ?
Conduction block
Bronchospasm
Neurogenic shock
Anaphylaxis
0a
single
Ans. is 'a' i.e., Conduction block Adverse effects of CCBs Nausea, constipation and bradycardia are more common with verapamil. Verapamil can accentuate conduction defect-should be avoided in 2nd & 3rd degree block, in sick sinus syndrome and along with 13-blocker. Most common side effects of DHPs are palpitation, flus...
Pharmacology
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