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HRCT is investigation of choice for diagnosing all of the following conditions, EXCEPT:
Sarcoidosis
Miliary tuberculosis
Interstitial fibrosis
Pulmonary aery aneurysm
3d
multi
CT/MRI aeriography is used for investigation of pulmonary aery aneurysms. HRCT findings in Sarcoidosis: Common findings are: Small nodules in a perilymphatic distribution (i.e. along subpleural surface and fissures, along interlobular septa and the peribronchovascular bundle). Upper and middle zone predominance. Lympha...
Radiology
null
b08c6de5-8f8c-4854-aa20-9726f48495b8
Most important quality that a partial denture should possess:
Stability
Support
Retention
All of the above
0a
multi
The most important quality that a partial denture should possess is stability.
Dental
null
20fc8d82-b9ab-47c2-bc1c-e636008f3666
SARS causative agent
Corona-virus
Picorna-virus
Myxovirus
Retrovirus
0a
single
Ans. a. Corona-virus SARS-associated coronavirus (SARS-CoV) caused epidemics of pneumonia from November 2002 to July 2003. Corona Virus SARS virus is corona virus. Corona virus infections in human beings usually remain limited to upper respiratory tract. In contrast, the outbreak of SARS in 2003 was characterized by se...
Medicine
null
61e00303-9d23-4267-a808-e28c7333b0ba
The most likely diagnosis is a case of the intractable convulsions mental defect and facial nevus is-
Sturge Weber syndrome
Tuberous sclerosis
Von-Hippen -Lindau disease
Von- Reckling-Hausens disease
0a
single
Sturge Weber syndrome and Von-Reckling-Hausen disease (NF-1) have been explained earlier about other options.  Tuberous sclerosis ( Bourneville's disease) Tuberous sclerosis is characterized by : - Cutaneous lesions → Adenoma sebaceum, ash-leaf shaped hypopigmented macules, shagreen patches, depigmented nevi. Seizu...
Pathology
null
e5a518c0-8249-4e5c-a11d-4651fce482b7
All are features of Pompe's disease except
Hyperglycemia
Cardiomyopathy
Skeletal myopathy
Hepatomegaly
0a
multi
Type II(Pompe) disease results from lysosomal storage of glycogen in skeletal muscles,cardiac muscles, and central nervous system. There is progressive cardiomyopathy.ECG shows left axis deviation,short PR interval & large QRS.Heart failure with dyspnoea and cyanosis may occur.Skeletal muscles show hypotonia and marked...
Pediatrics
null
15669ff1-c3b9-4746-bc80-9f68ef3d8ab5
Which of the following would most likely be observed in the lung during an autopsy of 2week old infant who died of neonatal respiratory distress syndrome
Alveolar filledwith neutrophils
Dense fibrosis of the alveolar walls
Enlarged air space
Hyaline membrane and collapsed alveoli
3d
multi
Neonatal respiratory distress syndrome is a disease of immaturity. The immature lung is not able to produce sufficient surfactant to prevent collapse of many alveloku. Severe diffuse damage to alveoli causes precipitation of protein adjacent to many alveolar walls Abundant neutrophils are seen in pneumonia. Fibrosis is...
Anatomy
Respiratory system
3c3386eb-b6e7-48e1-8dbf-47a56602bb7c
A patient of 18 years of age presents with sudden agonising pain in the groin and the lower abdomen. The patient feels nausea and gives a history of vomiting. On physical examination, the testis seems high. The cremasteric reflex is lost. What is the most possible cause?
Epididymo-orchitis
Mumps orchitis
Idiopathic scrotal edema
Testicular torsion
3d
single
Testicular torsion is most common between 10 and 25 years of age, although a few cases occur in infancy. Typically, there is sudden agonising pain in the groin and the lower abdomen. The patient feels nauseated and may vomit. Torsion of a fully descended testis is usually easily recognized. The testis seems high and th...
Surgery
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A 52 years male present with pain in the lower limbs, on performing Doppler it shows sapheno femoral junction incompetence and dilatation of great saphenous vein, deep veins appear normal, which of the following statement regarding the management of this patient is false?
Stab avulsion
Sclerotherapy
Endovascular stripping
Saphenofemoral flush ligation with stripping
1b
multi
Ans. (b) Sclerotherapy.Image indicates varicose veins which is further confirmed by doppler. Sclerotherapy is used for telangiectatic vessel and varicose veins less than 3 mm in diameter, involvement of great saphenous vein along with saphenofemoral junction indicates varicosity over 3 mm where sclerotherapy has no rol...
Surgery
Varicose Veins
61839004-a26e-40dd-b12b-5569822e2781
Rosen's incision is used for
Septoplasty
SMR
Stapedectomy
Tonsillectomy
2c
single
Rosen's incision is the most commonly used for stapedectomy. It requires the meatus and canal to be wide enough to work. It consists of two pas: A small veical incision at 12 o'clock position near the annulus and A curvilinear incision staing at 6 o'clock position to meet the first incision in the posterosuperior regio...
ENT
Diagnostic and operative ENT
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Blood agar is
Enrichment media
Enriched media
Selective media
Transport media
1b
single
Ans. (b) Enriched media
Microbiology
General
2ce932b2-287b-40c8-89d6-6bcd25d26fcb
Ram has a 4 ml lignocaine vial of 2% solution. How much lignocaine is present in 1 ml ?
2 mg
8 mg
20 mg
200 mg
2c
single
null
Pharmacology
null
4754e7cd-3d88-4239-aa99-a9fe0f73e2ea
Which of the following occur as a result of persistant vomiting?
Hyperkalemia
Hypochloraemia
Hyperventilation
Acidic urine excretion
1b
single
Hypochloremia usually manifests when its levels are If the urinary Cl- levels are higher (>40 mEq/L), then hypochloremia may be secondary to volume overload or dilution. Increased urinary Cl- can also result from increased mineralocoicoid activity, which leads to the retention of HCO3- and Na+ at the expense of H+, K+,...
Medicine
null
34eda887-9724-4d47-a182-3efb695a6533
Sexual gratification obtained by wearing dresses of opposite sides in
Necrophilia
Fetichism
Frotteurism
Transvestism
3d
single
TRANSVESTISM In this type of sexual perversion, sexual satisfaction is obtained by wearing clothes of the opposite sex. His whole personality is dominated to be identified as a member of the opposite sex. Ref: FORENSIC MEDICINE AND TOXICOLOGY Dr PC IGNATIUS THIRD EDITION PAGE 312
Forensic Medicine
Sexual offences and infanticide
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Marjolin's ulcer (after burn) predisposes to:
Basal cell carcinoma
Squamous cell carcinoma
Adenocarcinoma
Round cell carcinoma
1b
single
Ans: B i.e. Squamous cell carcinoma Skin malignancy The strongest predisposing factor for basal cell carcinoma is ultraviolet radiation When a squamous cell carcinoma appears in a scar, it is known as Marjolin's ulcer
Surgery
null
29d75a05-0ebf-4508-913f-1a625f7ec98e
What is true about ischiorectal fossa:
Apex is formed by obturater internus
Levater ani forms the roof
Lateral wall is formed by inferior pubic ramus
Communicates with the other side Posteriorly
3d
multi
D. i.e. Communicates with other side posteriorly
Anatomy
null
d9a49048-7357-4f4d-b698-c8b29479a40b
A man had Egg omelet 1-4 hours back and developed diarrhea, vomiting and abdominal cramps. Most likely cause of poisoning is
Staphylocoocus
Salmonella
Bacillus cereus
Clostridium
0a
single
Bacterium Typical food Disease Staphylococcus Custard-filled pastries; Potato, egg, tuna or fish salads Food poisoning especially vomiting Bacillus cereus Reheated rice Diarrhea Clostridium perfringens Cooked meat, stew and gravy Diarrhea E.coli Various food and water Diarrhea E.coli Undercooked meat Hemorrhagic coliti...
Microbiology
All India exam
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Treatment of lymphoma of appendix?
Right hemicolectomy
Extended right hemicolectomy
Left hemicolectomy
Extended left hemicolectomy
0a
single
Ans. (a) Right hemicolectomyRef Internet SourcesAppendix lymphoma:* Most common presentation is like acute appendicitis* Most common in men >55 years age* CT scan will show aneurysmal dilatation of lumen* Most are NHL type lymphomas* Treatment involves right hemicolectomy including nodes followed by CHOP therapy
Surgery
Small & Large Intestine
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Patient pays a stipulated amount of money towards the treatment is termed
Deductible
Coinsurance
Fee for service
Third party payment
0a
single
null
Dental
null
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All of the following are features of juvenile myoclonic epilepsy, except:
Myoclonus on awakening
Generalized tonic-clonic seizures
Automatism
Absence seizures
2c
multi
Juvenile myoclonic epilepsy is a generalized seizure disorder of unknown cause.Occurs in early adolescence & characterized by bilateral myoclonic jerks that may be single or repetitive, more common after awakening and can be provoked by sleep deprivation.Also experience generalized tonic-clonic seizures, and up to one-...
Medicine
C.N.S
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Which of the following types of viral hepatitis infection in pregnancy, the maternal mortality is the highest?
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis C
Hepatitis E
3d
single
Ans. is d, i.e. Hepatitis ERef. Dutta Obs. 7/e, p 292; Robbin's 6/e, p 862Maximum risk of maternal mortality is with hepatitis E.Maximum risk of hepatic encephalopathy is with hepatitis E.Maximum risk of perinatal transmission is with hepatitis B.All pregnant females should be screened for HBV infection in their first ...
Gynaecology & Obstetrics
Hepatic, Biliary, and Pancreatic Disorders
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The inferior border of the rectus sheath posteriorly is called the:
Falx inguinalis
Inguinal ligament
Internal inguinal ring
Arcuate line
3d
multi
The rectus sheath is a tough, tendinous sheath over the rectus abdominis muscle. It covers the entire anterior surface of the rectus abdominis. However, on the posterior side of the muscle, the sheath is incomplete. It ends inferiorly at the arcuate line. Below the arcuate line, the rectus abdominis is covered by trans...
Anatomy
null
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Procedure to be performed in case of arrest of after coming head due to contracted pelvis in breech:
Craniotomy
Decapitation
Zavanelli maneuver
Cleidotomy
2c
single
Entrapment of aftercoming head This complication is usually seen with preterm delivery as the incompletely dilated cervix constricts aruond the neck .Duhurssen&;s incisions can be placed over the cervix avoiding the 3 and 9 o&;clock positions .other alternatives are intravenous nitroglycerin for cervical dilatation.Gen...
Gynaecology & Obstetrics
Abnormal labor
b7c9f3b1-6c35-4c37-9622-9e845ad1d4ee
Centchroman is :
New drug for fibroids
New drug for endometriosis
Injectable contraception
Nonsteroidal oral contraception
3d
single
Centchroman/ Ormeloxifene Nonsteroidal estrogen antagonist : SERM (Selective estrogen receptor modulator) Developed at CDRI, Lucknow. Tablets of 30 mg to be taken twice a week for 3 months and then once a week for contraception . Has a weak Estrogenic and potent antiestrogenic effect--acting mostly on the endometrial t...
Gynaecology & Obstetrics
Contraceptives
2c5816e2-d544-4b7d-b293-7a71eae0ea7a
Chyme is -
Food in stomach
Biliary secretion
Pancreatic secretion
None of the above
0a
multi
Ans. is 'a' i.e., Food in stomach o After food in the stomach has become throughly mixed with stomach secretions, the resulting mixture that passes down the gut is called chyme.o Chyme is usually semifluid mass. However, degree of fluidity of chyme depends on the relative amounts of food, water and stomach secretions a...
Physiology
Digestion and Absorption
7402c699-c005-442b-8496-4dcca07fa1f0
The gold alloys used for casting contain at least ________ percent of precious metal according to ADA specification number 5:
55
65
75
85
2c
multi
null
Dental
null
ea2aa9a2-9781-4fcf-86f3-4e65ece44a9e
The most effective treatment of pruritus in uremia is :
Ultraviolet light
Cholestyramine
Eskazine
Topical benzocaine
0a
single
A. i.e. Ultraviolet light
Skin
null
f6b15b82-01ad-4f35-a9fa-276b2d1af41a
Large vessel vasculitis is/are:a) Takayasu diseaseb) Temporal arteritisc) PANd) Giant cell arteritise) Wegner granulomatosis
acd
abd
abc
ab
1b
single
Large vessel vasculitis are Giant cell arteritis, Takayasu arteritis and Cogan syndrome.
Pathology
null
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Insulin increases the activities of all of the following enzymes, EXCEPT
Glucokinase
Pyruvate carboxylase
Glycogen synthase
Acetyl-CoA carboxylase
1b
multi
Insulin suppresses gluconeogenesis by suppressing the enzymes glucose 6 phosphatase, PEP, carboxykinase and pyruvate carboxylase. Biological effects of insulin: Metabolism Key enzyme Action of insulin on the enzyme Carbohydrate Translocase Glucokinase PFK Pyruvate kinase Pyruvate carboxylase PEPCK Fructose 1,6 bisphosp...
Biochemistry
null
a78ee142-0316-4956-b077-3306e8d0e9ca
Infantile myocarditis and pericarditis is due to
Coxsackie A
Coxsackie B
Mumps
Pox virus
1b
single
Ans. is 'b' i.e., Coxsackie B o The commonest cause of myocarditis is coxsackie B infection, which occurs any where from the age of a few hours to 7 weeks, with a peak around two weeks.
Pediatrics
null
a4e9c4ae-0736-473b-8a88-ee57fcd0e435
Acute poststreptococcal glomerulonephritis is characterised by which of the following hypersensitivity reactions?
Type II: Hypersensitivity
Type IV: Cell-Mediated Hypersensitivity
Tuberculin-Type Hypersensitivity
Type III: Immune Complex Hypersensitivity
3d
single
Acute poststreptococcal glomerulonephritis is a well-known immune complex disease. Its onset occurs several weeks after a group A alpha hemolytic streptococcal infection, paicularly of the skin, and often occurs with infection due to nephritogenic types of streptococci. The complement level is typically low, suggesting...
Microbiology
null
7271c15a-4fb2-4c60-826b-55f3de32bf4b
A female in the emergency depament is found to have CSF rhinorrhea following a motor vehicle accident. What is the first line of treatment for CSF rhinorrhoea in this patient?
Immediate plugging of nose with petroleum gauze
Forceful blowing of nose
Craniotomy
Observation for 7 - 10 days with antibiotic therapy
3d
single
Early cases of post-traumatic CSF rhinorrhea are managed conservatively by placing the patient in semi-sitting position, avoiding blowing of nose, sneezing and straining. Prophylactic antibiotics are also administered to prevent meningitis. Persistent cases of CSF rhinorrhoea are treated surgically through nasal endosc...
ENT
null
97ae6006-6ae2-4e50-8c75-77c206498104
Postnatally when is the growth velocity maximum?
In the first year of life
In the second year of life
In the seventh year of life
In adolescence
0a
multi
Postnatally there are 2 periods of accelerated growth: first year of life and growth spu during pubey.
Pediatrics
Growth
1364dced-6487-45bb-b444-05852ae7e12b
Which ion channel is affected in hypokalemic periodic paralysis?
K+
Na+
Cl-
Ca2+
3d
single
Ans. (d) Ca2+Ref : Harrison's Internal medicine 18/e, chapter 387, table 387-10
Medicine
Fluid & Electrolyte
ddec217e-c383-4905-943f-1bc13be31808
At the end of C6 which is not true:
Trachea bifurcates
Pharynx ends
Esophagus begins
Larynx ends
0a
multi
Ans. A Trachea bifurcatesRef: BDC, 6ted. Vol II pg. 280-81* Trachea begins at lower border of cricoid cartilage opposite to the lower border of C6 vertebra.* Trachea extends up to upper border of T5* Tracheal bifurcation (carina) is at T4-T5 level.* Length of trachea is 10-12 cm* Thyroid cartilage is over 3, 4 & 5 trac...
Anatomy
Neuroanatomy
4755533d-c8b5-4839-a546-f93f2713fcc5
Most vascular structure of eyeball is
Iris
Ciliary body
Choroid
Sclera
2c
multi
null
Ophthalmology
null
c4e8104d-3705-4545-9d99-950aa83e8f60
Which insulin is never mixed with other insulins?
Utile
Aspa
Lispro
Glargine
3d
single
Ans. is 'd' i.e., Glargine o All insulin preparations are supplied at neutral pH (7.2-7.4) except glargine (supplied at pH 4.0); therefore, glargine cannot be mixed with any insulin.
Pharmacology
null
14a8af1b-5fc6-4182-ba0d-929e31039ba3
Which is a not an essential criteria according to WHO for normal semen analysis :
Sperm count > 20 million / ml
Volume > 1 ml
Sperm with normal morphology (strict criteria) > 15%
Motility > 25% with rapidly progressive motilityTubal pathology
1b
single
Volume > 1 ml
Gynaecology & Obstetrics
null
b84c3e66-52e7-4e18-a1b7-e7576d9f528d
Which of the following would be the best morphological feature to distinguish ulcerative colitis from Crohn's disease -
Diffuse distributions of pseudopolyps
Mucosal edema
Crypt abscesses
Lymphoid aggregates in the mucosa
0a
single
Pseudopolyps (inflammatory polyps) can be seen in both Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis In ulcerative colitis, the distribution of these pseudopolyps can be diffuse but in Crohn's disease, the distribution cannot be diffuse because a classic feature of crohn's disease is the sharp demarcation of diseased bowel se...
Pathology
null
fe9ff7b5-27de-40d1-8508-63415026438d
Y-chromosome is:
Telocentric
Metacentric
Submetacentric
Acrocentric
3d
single
Y chromosome is Acrocentric. X chromosome is Submetacentric. IMG showing METACENTRIC CHROMOSOME. IMG showing SUBMETACENTRIC chromosome. IMG showing ACROCENTRIC chromosome. IMG showing TELOCENTRIC chromosome. Sub-Metacentric chromosome - example - 'X' chromosome Acrocentric chromosome - example - 'Y' chromosome, 13,14,1...
Pathology
Introduction
30eee6d0-cc51-452d-aaf9-7b1db4884aeb
Mirena is:
Used in abortions
Antiprogesterone
Progesterone IUCD
Hormonal implant
2c
single
null
Gynaecology & Obstetrics
null
8be635e4-4760-4f07-a21d-f6ca9db57605
Which organ that is commonly involved in a stab injury to the abdomen is which of the following?
Small intestine
Spleen
Kidney
Bladder
0a
multi
The organs most commonly injured with anterior abdominal stab wounds are the small bowel, the liver, and the colon. Abdominal stab wound exploration is indicated in a patient who presents with a stab wound to the anterior abdomen, normal vital signs, no signs of peritonitis, and no evidence of evisceration. Abdominal s...
Surgery
null
7d0c78ca-d0fd-4a12-9cff-6e4b001523de
Investing layer of deep cervical fascia encloses all except
Sternocleidomastoid and trapezius
Two salivary glands
Axillary vessels
Two spaces
2c
multi
Axillary vessels are enclosed by prevertebral fascia.
Anatomy
null
cc4a277b-59c8-4c08-8945-2b30c9946623
Which zone is the hottest and efficient burning zone of the flame used for casting?
Oxidizing zone
Reducing zone
Combustion zone
None of the above
1b
multi
null
Dental
null
912069cd-ea58-407b-8222-529885ecb82d
All of the following are branches of splenic aery, except?
Hilar branches Sho Gastric Aery
Sho Gastric Aery
Aeria Pancreatica Magna
Right Gastroepiploic Aery
3d
multi
Right Gastroepiploic aery is a branch of superior mesentric aery, a branch of hepatic aery. The left Gastroepiploic aery is a branch of splenic aery which anastomoses with the right Gastroepiploic aery. Ref: Gray&;s anatomy text book of anatomy BD chaurasia 21st Ed.
Anatomy
All India exam
4b2aa1fb-f777-43a1-ab44-a13adc54e370
Which of the following is used in the treatment of thyroid malignancy.
131 I
125 I
99 Tc
32 p
0a
single
131I is used in treatment of thyroid cancer.
Surgery
null
2a153c6c-4133-42aa-89ca-b7dffd7651e8
Post moem lividity persists till :
24 hours
18 hours
2-3 days
Merges with putrefactive changes
3d
single
D i.e. Merges with putrefactive changes - Postmoem lividity also k/a suggilation, vabices, hypostasis, staining, darkening of death is an early sign of death & commences within an hour of death.Q - Fixed in about 4 - 6 hoursQ; reaches maximum between 6-12 hoursQ and persists until putrefaction sets in.Q Lividity does n...
Forensic Medicine
null
6e9b5a8d-9bf7-4a29-a18c-ace59061bd65
All of the following antibacterial agents act by inhibiting cell wall synthesis EXCEPT :
Carbapenems
Monobactams
Cephalosporins
Nitrofurantoin
3d
multi
null
Pharmacology
null
6732c75c-1838-4f99-8590-a2385f0f6f6a
The treatment of choice in fistula in ano
Anal dilatation
Fissurotomy
Fistulectomy
Fistulotomy
3d
single
Ans. is 'd' i.e., Fistulotomy
Surgery
null
2dc6456f-71d6-4718-a6a6-2d7637a80a95
Which of the following finding is suggestive of Bicornuate uterus
Intercornual angle < 75°
Diverging horns
Intrafundal downward cleft < 1 cm
Hysteroscopic resection is treatment
1b
single
All other options are suggestive of septate uterus.
Gynaecology & Obstetrics
null
dcbec553-b357-4029-bd4e-fadec858f5bf
Which is not the indication of CT in head trauma
Seizures
Loss of consciousness
GCS < 14
ENT bleed
2c
single
GCS < 13 is an indication for CT
Surgery
null
24852754-77dd-457b-8904-70f1be3324d6
In left sided massive pneumothorax, ECG shows all, except-
Left axis detion
Absent R wave
Peaked P wave
Precordial T wave inversion
0a
multi
Abnormal left axis detion in left-sided pneumothorax. Relevant QRS abnormalities (incomplete RBBB and T-wave inversion) in(10%). QRS amplitude in V2-V6 leads was significantly decreased in left-sided pneumothorax. Ref Harrison 20th edition pg 1546
Medicine
C.V.S
04e1e6fb-8ef0-4825-bb92-97fb949b41a0
You are shown the screening mammogram right CC and MLO of a 55-year-old woman. Which one of the following is the MOST likely diagnosis?
Fibroadenoma
Hamaoma
Hematoma
Galactocele
1b
single
Fibroadenomas are typicially homogeneous well defined masses and do not contain internal lucency. Hamaomas are typically well defined mass with interspersed internal lucency, as seen in this patient. Hematomas do not contain central lucency. Acutely, these appear as ill-defined masses at the site of trauma and decrease...
Radiology
Fundamentals in Radiology
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True about deep palmar arch ?
Main contribution is by ulnar aery
Lie superficial to lumbricals
Gives three perforating branches
Gives four palmar metacarpal aeries
2c
multi
Deep palmar archIt lies across the base of metacarpal bones. It is formed mainly by radial aery and completed by deep branch of ulnar aery. Its branches are :-Three palmar metacarpal aeries on the II, III and IV palmar interossei muscles to join the digital branches of superficial palmar arch.Three perforating aeries :...
Anatomy
null
ca5cf9de-1c1d-4520-afec-0ec291c29156
Palatine tonsil develops from
Dorsal part of II pharyngeal pouches
Ventral part of II pharyngeal pouches
Dorsal part of III pharyngeal pouches
Ventral part of I pharyngeal pouches
1b
single
null
Anatomy
null
a4e9845e-cb27-47c7-b616-6ddc1eb1fc8d
In klumpke's paralysis nerve roots involved are
C6 -C7
C7- C8
C8-T1
T1-T2
2c
single
In klumpke's paralysis lower trunk of brachial plexus is involved that is mainly T1 and paly C8. C6 is mainly involved in Erb's paralysis along with C5. B D Chaurasia 7th edition Page no: 59
Anatomy
Upper limb
5becf6ff-8b2c-4319-be38-ed95dd037a67
Coprolalia is seen in
Delirium
Alcoholic intoxication
Mania
Tourette syndrome
3d
single
coprolalia-involuntary use of vulgar or obscene language. Observed in some cases of schizophrenia and in Tourette's syndrome. coprophagia- Eating of filth or feces. The echolalia-psychopathological repeating of words or phrases of one person by another; tends to be repetitive and persistent. Seen in catatonic schizophr...
Psychiatry
All India exam
bc4eede8-b281-4802-8f1c-4e913be70251
Injectable tetanus toxoid (TT ) is an example of:
Active immunity
Passive Immunity
Native Immunity
Reaction Immunity
0a
single
The toxins produced by organisms such as Diptheria & Tetanus are detoxicated and used in preparation of Vaccines (Toxoids). This detoxified toxins when administered in the body can elicit immune response resulting in antibody production & memory. The Antibodies produced neutralize the toxic moeity produced during infec...
Social & Preventive Medicine
Concepts of Immunity, Classification of Vaccines
47f9e1f2-5cf5-4b21-b2fb-de91d48252d8
Cystic fibrosis is inherited as an autosomal recessive condition. A normal couple has one daughter affected with the disease. They are now planning to have another child. What is the chance of her sibling being affected by the disease -
0
2-Jan
4-Jan
4-Mar
2c
single
Ans. is. 'c' i.e., 1/4 o The fact that one child of a normal couple is affected by an autosomal recessive condition (cystic fibrosis) indicates that both parents are carriers of this condition. o The recurrence risk of autosomal recessive disorders in siblings is 25% (') for each bih. Both the parents are carrier --> 2...
Pathology
null
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The regional anaesthesia technique that would not be expected to provide appropriate analgesic benefit during the first stage of labor is
Lumbar epidural
Pudendal nerve block
Lumbar sympathetic block
Paracervical block
1b
single
Pudendal nerve block during delivery mitigates somatic pain during second stage of labor.
Anaesthesia
null
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Recommendation for exclusive feeding is up to:
3 months
4 months
5 months
6 months
3d
single
Ans. (d) 6 monthsRef : OP Ghai 8th ed./150* Exclusive breast feeding is up to 6 months and should be continued uptil 2 years.* Prelacteal feeds like water, honey, and so called health tonics are contraindicated in children less than 6 months of age.
Pediatrics
Newborn Infant - Parent-Infant Bonding
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Half-life of digoxin is?
24 hours
40 hours
48 hours
60 hours
1b
single
Digoxin half-life is long -40 hrs It gets trapped in muscles and vd -volume of distribution is more elimination is difficult in cases of poisoning Ref: KD Tripathi 8th ed.
Pharmacology
Cardiovascular system
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Spouse jealousy is a feature of -
Othello syndrome
Chronic alcoholism
Stockholm syndrome
Clerambault's syndrome
0a
single
Ans. is 'a' i.e., Othello syndrome o Othello Syndrome :- When the content of delusions is predominantly jealousy (infedility) involving the spouse, person feels an unreasonable fear that a partner has been unfaithful, is presently unfaithful, or plans to be unfaithful, it is called as Othello Symdrome or conjugal paran...
Psychiatry
Disorders of Adult Personality
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Niemann-Pick disease is due to deficiency of
Hexosaminidase
Sphingomyelinase
Galactokinase
Glucosidase
1b
single
It is a lipid storage disease, due to deficiency of sphingomyelinase. Leads to the accumulation of sphingomyelin.Ref: DM Vasudevan, 7th edition, page no: 193
Biochemistry
Metabolism of carbohydrate
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A 40yrs old man has chronic cough with fever for several months . The radiography reveals a diffuse reticulonodular Patten's.microscopically on transbronchial biopsy there are focal areas of inflammation conraining epithioid cell granuloma , Langerhans cells, lymphocytes, these findings are typically for which of the f...
Type1
Type2
Type3
Type4
3d
multi
Ref Robbins 9/e p 210 T Cell-Mediated (Type IV) Hypersensitivity Several autoimmune disorders, as well as pathologic reactions to environmental chemicals and persistent microbes, are now known to be caused by T cells (Table 4-5). The occurrence and significance of T lymphocyte-mediated tissue injury have been increasin...
Anatomy
General anatomy
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Retina is pa of ?
CNS
PNA
ANS
None
0a
multi
Retina is a pa of CNS and develops from Neuroectoderm.
Anatomy
null
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Sign suggestive of malignant change in parotid gland tumor-
Skin ulceration
Increasing pain
Facial palsy
All of the above
3d
multi
Ans. is 'd' i.e., All of the above'Red flag' features suggesting the possibility of malignancy include:o Facial nerve weaknesso Rapid increase in the size of the lump.o Ulceration or induration (or both) of the mucosa or skin overlying fixed skino Paraesthesia or anaesthesia of neighbouring sensory nerveso Intermittent...
ENT
Tumors
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Ewings sarcoma clinically mimics ?
Osteomyelitis
Osteochondroses
Osteosclerosis
Heterotopic ossification
0a
multi
Ans. is 'a' i.e., Osteomyelitis Ewing sarcoma is one of the differential diagnosis for subacute osteomyelitis. (see following table)
Surgery
null
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Which of the following is a non-essentialmetal/mineral?
Sodium
Manganese
Iron
Lead
3d
single
Lead Lead is not at all an essential mineral; rather it is toxic to the body. (Harrison I7/e Chapter e34. Heavy Metal Poisoning ) Harper gives a list of essential minerals along with their functions in the body. Essential minerals and their function Function Mineral Structural function Calcium, magnesium, phosphate Inv...
Biochemistry
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Feature of slow filter (w.r.t. fast filter) is/are : a) Occupies less spaceb) Highly skilled operationc) Poor bacterial qualityd) Takes more time for purificatione) Size of sand is smaller
de
bc
cd
bd
0a
multi
Slow sand filter occupies large area (more space). Slow and filter requires less skilled operation. Slow sand filter removes more bacteria and has better bacterial control (99.9-99.99%) Slow sand filter requires longer duration for purification. Size of sand is smaller (0.2-0.3 mm).
Social & Preventive Medicine
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Rampal 45 yr old man present with history of recurrent haemoptysis and purulent sputum.his chest X-RAY is normal, which of the following will be the next best investigation for him.?
HRCT
CT guided angiography
Angiography
Spiral CT
0a
single
Presence of purulent sputum with recurrent haemoptysis suggests a diagnosis of bronchiectasis. HRCT .is now the diagnostic procedure of choice having repalced bronchiography Ref Harrison 19th edition pg 1710
Anatomy
Respiratory system
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Anti androgen used in hea failure ?
Carvedilol
Sampatrilat
Spironolactone
Abiraterone
2c
single
Ans. is 'c' i.e., Spironolactone o Spironolactone and eplerenone are the aldosterone antagonists. They are used as potassium sparing diuretics. Their diurectic effect is quite feeble, but in CHF these drugs reduce the moality (at doses lower than diuretic doses) by antagonizing the effect of aldosterone (reversal of re...
Pharmacology
null
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Who is ASHA?
Worker of a Non-Governmental Organization
Community level voluntary worker for health
Government health worker
Helper of anganwadi
1b
single
Ans: B (Community level voluntary worker for heath) Ref: Park 22nd editionExplanation: ASHA (Accredited social health activist) are involved in health care of community under the National Rural Health Mission. Accredited social health activists (ASHAs) are community health workers instituted by the Government of India'...
Social & Preventive Medicine
Health Planning and Management
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The absolute contraindication for Electro-Convulsive Therapy (ECT) is -
Raised Intra-Cranial Tension
Vascular Dementia
Diabetic Retinopathy
Peripheral Neuropathy
0a
single
The only absolute contraindication for ECT is raised ICT.
Psychiatry
null
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In acute congestive glaucoma, pupil is –
Oval and horizontal
Oval and vertical
Circular
Slit like
1b
single
In acute congestive glaucoma, pupil is semidilated (mild dilated), vertically oval and fixed.
Ophthalmology
null
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Abnormalities of copper metabolism are implicated in the pathogenesis of all the following except –
Wilson's disease
Monke's Kinky–hair syndrome
Indian childhood cirrhosis
Keshan disease
3d
multi
Keshan disease is a disorder of selenium metabolism. Following diseases are related to copper metabolism :- Wilson's disease Menkes kinky hair syndrome Indian childhood cirrhosis (increased hepatic, urinary and serum copper concentration are characteristic of ICC).
Pediatrics
null
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Ammonia is detoxified in brain by formation of
Glutamate
Uric acid
Glutamine
Urea
2c
single
The transpo form of Ammonia in blood and from Brain is Glutamine. From muscles, it is Alanine. The answer is not glutamate because free ammonia is trapped by glutamine Glutamate is formed transamination of amino acids, not from free ammonia.
Biochemistry
Urea cycle
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Hand cutting instruments are composed of
Handle and blade
Handle, shank and blade
Shank and blade
Handle, shank and head
1b
single
null
Dental
null
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The following diagram depicts blood smear of which species?
P. vivax
P. falciparum
P. ovale
P. malariae
1b
single
Ans. (b) P. falciparum This is a thin smear representing ring forms of P. falciparum. For details of blood picture see image platelets.
Microbiology
null
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HBV is associated with all of the following except -
Hepatic cancer
Chronic hepatitis
Hepatic adenoma
Cirrhosis
2c
multi
null
Microbiology
null
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Cruelty of Mrs. X for dowry by her husband Mr. Y and in Laws is Punishable under
304 A IPC
304 B IPC
498 A IPC
320 IPC
2c
single
Sec 498 A IPC- Subjecting a married woman to cruelty by husband or in laws. Sec 320 IPC- Grievous Hu - Definition Sec 304 A IPC- Death caused by rash and negligent act - 2 yrs. Sec 304 B IPC- Dowry death: death of a female within 7 yrs of marriage.
Forensic Medicine
Legal sections
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The most radiosensitive tissue is -
Brain
Bone marrow
Thyroid
Liver
1b
single
Radiosensitivity of important organs in decreasing order. Bone marrow > Testes > Ovary > Kidney > Liver > Lung > Heart > GIT (Stomach > Intestine) > Thyroid > Brain & spinal cord (CNS) > Skin + Cartilage > Adult bone > Vagina > Uterus.
Pathology
null
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Persons with mild cognitive impairments who smoke may experience a worsening of symptoms if they stop smoking. This worsening of symptoms is because nicotine acts as an agonist for receptors of a paicular neurotransmitter. That neurotransmitter is
Acetylcholine
Dopamine
Neuropeptide Y
Nitric oxide
0a
single
.
Pathology
All India exam
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While discharging a patient of meningitis due to H. influenzae the essential step you will do:
EEG
Assess developmental milestones
Bilateral evoked auditory response
Refer for physiotherapy
2c
multi
H. influenzae is one of the three M/C/C of childhood otitis media (the other two being Streptococcus pneumoniae and Moraxella catarrhalis). A diagnosis of otitis media is based on the detection by pneumatic otoscopy of fluid in the middle ear and bilateral evoked auditory response.
Medicine
Bacterial infection
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Antithyroid drug of choice in pregnancy is :
Propyithiouracil
Carbimazole
Propranolol
Lugol's iodine
0a
single
Ans. is a i.e. Propylthiouracil Management of Hypehyroidism during Pregnancy : Medical management is the management of choice.deg Antithyroid drug of choice is propylthiouracildeg because it : -- Inhibits conversion of T, to -13deg -- Crosses placenta less rapidly than rnethimazoledeg -- It is not associated with aplas...
Gynaecology & Obstetrics
null
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Following condition is most likely seen in which of the following condition:
Hypothyroid
Acromegaly
Cushing syndrome
Grave Disease
0a
single
Ans. A. HypothyroidThe image showing loss of lateral l/3rd eyebrows or lateral madarosis. This is seen in many conditions:a. Leprosyb. Syphilisc. Hypothyroidismd. Blepharitise. Dermatitisf. Fungal Infectionsg. Drug Therapiesh. Autoimmune diseases
Medicine
Endocrinology
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Painless loss of vision is seen in following except:
Vitreous hemorrhage
Optic atrophy
Developmental cataract
Acute Angle closure glaucoma.
3d
multi
Ans. d Acute Angle closure glaucoma. (Ref Basak, Ophthalmology, 2nd ed., 215)# Vitreous hemorrhage is associated with sudden painless loss of vision & on attempted ophthalmoscopy the fundamental glow is characteristically absent as the fundus is hidden by a dark red haze of blood. It can occur due to retinal & vitreous...
Ophthalmology
Glaucoma
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Cyclophosphamide is used in all except -
Burkitt's lymphoma
Hodgkin's
Choriocarcinoma
Ovarian Ca
2c
multi
Ans. is 'c' i.e., Choriocarcinoma Cyclophosphamide is used in o Acute leukemias o Wilm's tumour o CLL & CML o Prostate carcinoma o Multiple myeloma o Breast carcinoma o Ewing's sarcoma o Ovarian carcinoma o Small cell lung cancer o Carcinoma cervix o Hodgkin's disease
Pharmacology
null
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Wax pattern for casting is made up of
Inlay wax
Sticky wax
Modelling wax
Carnuba wax.
0a
single
null
Dental
null
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An antipsychotic drug with prolonged action -
Trifluperazine
Thioridazine
Penfluridol
Fluphenazine
3d
single
Long acting antipsychotics are Fluphenazine (2 - 4 weeks) and Penfluridol (1 week).
Psychiatry
null
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Non - sampling errors may occur due to all the following except-
Inadequately calibrated instruments
Repeated sampling
Observer variation
Conceptual errors
1b
multi
Errors may occur not only due to error in sample survey but also due to inadequately calibrated instruments, observer variation, incomplete coverage, and conceptual errors. Ref: 25th edition, Park's Textbook of Preventive and Social Medicine, Page no. 913
Social & Preventive Medicine
Epidemiology
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True about tuberculin test are all except -
Recent conversion in adult is an indication for ATT
INH prophylaxis is started if the test is positive
No risk in negative
May be false negative in immunocompromised patients
2c
multi
null
Microbiology
null
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Fomepizole is a selective antidote for poisoning with:
MAO inhibitors
Ethyl alcohol
Methyl alcohol
Tricyclic antidepressants
2c
single
null
Pharmacology
null
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True about Rocuronium bromide is all except
One of the most commonly used non depolarizing agent
Non depolarizing agent of choice for RSI
Sugammadex is the specific reversal agent
Most preferred in hepatic and renal failure
3d
multi
It is metabolized by liver and kidney so to be avoided in preexisting hepatic and renal disorder. Hepatic and Renal failure , the neuromuscular blocker of choice is Atracurium and Cisatracurium Cis-atracurium undergoes Hofmann elimination - which is spontaneous non-enzymatic degradation. So renal failure doesn't affect...
Anaesthesia
Neuromuscular Blocker
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Which of the following is not a diahrosis ?
Elbow joint
Interphalangeal joint
Skull sutures
Hip joint
2c
single
Ans. is 'c' i.e., Skull sutures Functional classification of joints (movement) Joints can also be classified functionally according to the type and degree of movement they allow: Synahrosis - Permits little or no mobility. Most synahrosis joints are fibrous joints (e.g., skull sutures). Amphiahrosis - Permits slight mo...
Surgery
null
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True about obsessive compulsive disorder is/are :
Irresistible desire to do a thing repeatedly
Patient is conscious about the disorder
Denial is the defense mechanism against O.C.D
All
3d
multi
A i.e. Irresistible desire to do a thing repeatedly; C i.e. Denial is the defence mechanism against OCP; B i.e. Patient is conscious about the disorder An idea intrudes into Conscious awareness repeatedly. 4' - Recognized as one's own idea but is Ego-alien (Foreign to one's personality) Q. - Recognized as irrational & ...
Psychiatry
null
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Steeple sign is seen in -
Acute epiglottis
Laryngotracheobronchitis (croup)
In both cases
None of above
1b
multi
Ans. is 'b' i.e., Laryngotracheobronchitis (croup) Croupo Me cause of acute upper airway obstruction,o Mild upper RTI for 1-3 days followed by upper airway obstruction,o Barking cough, hoarsness, Inspiratory stridor,o X-ray shows subglottic narrowing or steeple sign.Acute epiglottitiso Acute potential fatal condition,o...
Pediatrics
Disorders of the Respiratory Tract
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Right coronary artery arises from which sinus:
Right aortic
Left aortic
Coronary sinus
Anterior aortic sinus
3d
single
Right coronary artery origin: Left posterior aortic sinus of aorta Supplies : a)  Right  atrium  b)  right  ventricle  except  area adjoining  anterior  inter  ventricular  groove.  c) small part of left  atrium Left Coronary Artery Origin:  left  posterior  aortic  sinus  of ascending aorta. Supplies: a) Left  atrium ...
Anatomy
null
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Aaron's sign is seen in:
Chronic appendicitis
Hiatus hernia
Mediastinum emphysema
Acute appendicitis
3d
single
Abdominal Examination Signs Sign Description Diagnosis Aaron Sign Pain or pressure in epigastrium or anterior chest with persistent firm pressure applied to McBurney's point. Acute appendicitis Bassler Sign Sharp pain created by compressing appendix between abdominal wall and iliacus Chronic appendicitis Blumberg's Sig...
Surgery
Vermiform Appendix
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After application of one stimulus, the time period in which the second stronger stimuli can from an impulse is called
Absolute refractory period
Relative refraction period
Latent refractory period
Local response
1b
multi
Ans. (b) Relative refraction period(Ref: Ganong, 25th ed/p.90)Absolute refractory period - No stimulus, no matter how strong, will not excite the nerve during absolute refractory periodRelative refractory period - Stronger than normal stimulus (suprathreshold stimulus) produces action potential in relative refractory p...
Physiology
Nervous System
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Under which level of prevention should sentinel surveillance be categorised
Primordial prevention
Primary prevention
Secondary prevention
Teiary prevention
2c
single
Sentinel surveillance is a method for identifying the missing cases and thereby supplementing the notified cases. it estimates disease prevalence in the total population. Repoing biases are minimised. It detects missing cases; so it comes under secondary prevention. Ref : Park&;s Textbook of Preventive and Social Medic...
Social & Preventive Medicine
Concept of health and disease