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This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Pharmacology | Drugs of choice for the treatment of neurocysticercosis are :
Select and explain.
A. Hydroquinone and metronidazole, B. Metronidazole and pyrantel pamoate, C. Albendazole and praziquantel, D. Cyclophosphamide | C: Albendazole and praziquantel | Answer: C: Albendazole and praziquantel
Explanation: None |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: All India exam, Subject name: Surgery | In ACLS which drug can be given following ventricular fibrillation after cardiac arrest other than epinephrine?
Select and explain.
A. Amiodarone, B. Dopamine, C. Adenosine, D. Atropine | A: Amiodarone | Answer: A: Amiodarone
Explanation: V-Fib or VF is the most common rhythm that occurs immediately after cardiac arrest. In this rhythm, the hea beats with rapid, erratic electrical impulses. Treatment: * Shock / Defibrillation: every 2 minutes in a single one shock, successive, shockable increments * 200 joules - Followed by immediate CPR for 2 minutes / give and circulate a drug(s) * 300 joules - Followed by immediate CPR for 2 minutes / give and circulate a drug(s) * 360 joules - Followed by immediate CPR for 2 minutes / give and circulate a drug(s) * Drugs : * Give Epinephrine 1mg of a 1:10,000 solu,on every 3 to 5 minutes * Give either: * Amiodarone : 300mg first dose / 150mg second dose at 3 to 5 minutes increments. Lidocaine: First dose: 1mg/kg or 1.5 mg/kg. Can repeat it at half the original dose up to a total of 3 mg/kg REF : BAILEY AND LOVE 27TH ED |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Bacteriology, Subject name: Microbiology | Gas gangrene is due to
Select and explain.
A. Alpha toxin, B. Theta toxin, C. Beta toxin, D. Delta toxin | A: Alpha toxin | Answer: A: Alpha toxin
Explanation: The alpha-toxin is produced by all types of Clostridium perfringens and most abundantly by type A strains. This is the most impoant toxin biologically and is responsible for the profound toxemia of gas gangrene. It is lethal, dermonecrotic and hemolytic. It is phospholipids which, in the presence of calcium and magnesium ions, splits lecithin into phosphorylcholine and diglyceride. Reference: Textbook of Microbiology; Anathanarayan and paniker's; 10th edition; Page no: 259 |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Pharmacology | Which drug causes osteoporosis on long-term use
Select and explain.
A. Estrogen, B. Progesterone, C. GnRH analogues, D. Warfarin | C: GnRH analogues | Answer: C: GnRH analogues
Explanation: Ans. is 'c' i.e., GnRH analogues Drugs causing osteoporosis : o Glucocoicoids o Cytotoxic drugs o Excessive alcohol intake o Excessive thyroxine o Heparin o Cyclosporine o Anticonvulsants o Aluminum o GnRH agonist o Lithium |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Microbiology | Fletcher's medium containing Rabbit serum is used for ?
Select and explain.
A. Streptococcus, B. Bacillus anthracis, C. Leptospira, D. Borrelia | C: Leptospira | Answer: C: Leptospira
Explanation: Ans. is 'c' i.e., Leptospira Media for the culture of leptospirae usually contain either rabbit serum (Flatcher medium, stua broth) or bovine serum albumin (EMJH medium plus long - chain fatty acids and vitamins (B1 & B12). |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Surgery | A blood stained discharge from the nipple indicates -
Select and explain.
A. Breast abscess, B. Fibroadenoma, C. Duct papilloma, D. Fat necrosis of breast | C: Duct papilloma | Answer: C: Duct papilloma
Explanation: "Bloody discharge is more suggestive of cancer but is usually caused by a benign papilloma in the duct." - CSDT
"Intraductal papilloma is the most common cause of bloody nipple discharge." — Schwartz 7/e p 553
Also, remember
Nipple discharge is suggestive of cancer if it is spontaneous, unilateral, localized to a single duct, occurs in women age 40 years or more, is bloody, or is associated with a mass.
Nipple discharge is suggestive of a benign condition if it is bilateral or multiductal in origin, occurs in women age 39 years or less, or is milky or blue-green in colour. |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Structure and function of protein, Subject name: Biochemistry | The following separation technique depends on the molecular size of the protein
Select and explain.
A. Chromatography on a carboxymethyl cellulose column, B. Iso-electric focusing, C. Gel filtration chromatography, D. Chromatography on a diethylaminoethyl (DEAE) cellulose column | C: Gel filtration chromatography | Answer: C: Gel filtration chromatography
Explanation: Answer is C Size-exclusion--or gel filtration--chromatography separates proteins based on their Stokes radius, the radius of the sphere they occupy as they tumble in a solution. The stokes radius is a function of molecular mass and shape. When rapidly tumbling, an elongated protein occupies a larger effective volume than a spherical protein of the same mass. Size-exclusion chromatography employs porous beads. Ref: Harper's Illustrated Biochemistry, 30E (2015) Pg No 27. in Ion Exchanege chromatography ,Cation-exchange solid phases contain covalently bound, negatively charged functional groups. Examples include strongly acidic groups, such as sulfonate ions, or weakly acidic groups, such as carboxyl or carboxymethyl . Immobilized enzymes have been chemically bonded to adsorbents, such as (1) microcrystalline cellulose,(2) diethylaminoethyl (DEAE) cellulose, (3) carboxymethyl cellulose, and (4) agarose. Ref: Tietz Textbook of Clinical Chemistry and Molecular Diagnostics, 5E Pg no 308 and 375 Iso Electric focussing is based on electric field and pH. Ionic buffers called ampholytes and an applied electric field are used to generate a pH gradient within a polyacrylamide matrix. Applied proteins migrate until they reach the region of the matrix where the pH matches their isoelectric point (pI). Ref: Harper's Illustrated Biochemistry, 30E (2015) Pg No 29. |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Psychiatry | Stimulation of which of the following nerves cause improvement in mood?
Select and explain.
A. Olfactory Nerve, B. Optic Nerve, C. Trigeminal Nerve, D. Vagus Nerve | D: Vagus Nerve | Answer: D: Vagus Nerve
Explanation: 2 Advanced treatment options for depression: Vagus Nerve Stimulation: A number of clinical studies have shown that vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) has antidepressant effects in patients with depression resistant to four or more treatments. Improvement with VNS result in enhanced neurocognitive function in many patients. VNS appears to be most effective in patients with low to moderate antidepressant resistance. Response rates usually range from 30-40%, and long-term VNS treatment appears to be associated with sustained symptomatic improvement. VNS is also known to improve mood in depressed patients with epilepsy. Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation: Repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) is a noninvasive and easily tolerated method of altering coical physiology. Clinical studies suppo an antidepressant effect of high-frequency rTMS administered to the left PFC; however, antidepressive efficacy is not consistent, and where efficacy is demonstrated, degree of clinical improvement appears to be small. The absence of psychosis, and younger age may be predictors of treatment success. Low frequency TMS to the right PFC also has shown promise. Repetitive TMS may be useful in augmenting or hastening the response of antidepressant drugs in patients with major depressive disorder. Ref: Loosen P.T., Shelton R.C. (2008). Chapter 18. Mood Disorders. In M.H. Ebe, P.T. Loosen, B. Nurcombe, J.F. Leckman (Eds), CURRENT Diagnosis & Treatment: Psychiatry, 2e. |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Epidemiology, Subject name: Social & Preventive Medicine | Not true about experimental study
Select and explain.
A. Always prospective, B. Unethical to use in animal, C. Can not be double blinded in animal trails, D. Interim analysis is permitted | B: Unethical to use in animal | Answer: B: Unethical to use in animal
Explanation: Experimental epidemiology meant the study of epidemics among colonies of experimental animals such as rats and mice ( refer pg: 80, park 23 rd edition) |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Nutrition and health, Subject name: Social & Preventive Medicine | All of the following are used to assess the nutritional status of an individual, except -
Select and explain.
A. Urinary nitrogen excretion, B. Mid arm circumference, C. Serum immunoglobulin, D. Serum transferrin | C: Serum immunoglobulin | Answer: C: Serum immunoglobulin
Explanation: Serum immunoglobulin is not a measure to assess the nutritional status. REF. PARK'S TEXTBOOK OF PREVENTIVE AND SOCIAL MEDICAL 21ST EDITION. PAGE NO - 586 |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Medicine | Transesophageal echocardiogram (TEE) is preferred to Trans-thoracic echocardiogram (TTE) in:
Select and explain.
A. Evaluation of Pericardial diseases, B. Evaluation of Tricuspid wall vegetations, C. Evaluation of Left Ventricular Apical Thrombi, D. Evaluation of Left Atrial Appendage Thrombi | D: Evaluation of Left Atrial Appendage Thrombi | Answer: D: Evaluation of Left Atrial Appendage Thrombi
Explanation: Answer is D (Evaluation of Left Atrial Appendage Thrombi) Trans-esophageal echocardiogram (TEE) is preferred to Trans-thoracic echocardiogram (TTE) for smaller, atrial and posterior masses such as the Left Atrial Appendage Thrombi. TTE is the standard test for the noninvasive evaluation of pericardial disease. Identification of vegetations on tricuspid valves is no better overall by TEE than by TEE (as the tricuspid valve is equidistant from the chest wall and the esophagus). Very anterior masses, Such as left ventricular apical thrombi, are equally well and, far more easily imaged by TTE. Trans-esophageal echocardiogram (TEE) vs. Trans-thoracic echocardiogram (TTE) Trans-esophageal Echocardiography (TEE) is generally more sensitive than Trans-thoracic Echocardiography (TTE) and provides a unique window for high resolution imaging of posterior structures of the hea paicularly the left atrium, mitral valve and aoa. TEE is however an invasive and more expensive procedure and hence its indications must be weighed against these factors and TTE remains the initial investigation of choice for most situations. However if a high clinical index of suspicion remains after a negative or non-diagnostic transthoracic study, Trans-esophageal echocardiography should be considered. Situations in which Trans-esophageal echocardiography should be performed as the initial test of choice include Those patients in whom image quality on chest wall imaging is unacceptable. Those with prosthetic valves, and Those in whom complications such as abscess formation are suspected on clinical rounds. |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Skin | Child with h/o hypopigmented macule on back, infantile spasm and delayed milestone has
Select and explain.
A. NF, B. Sturge weber syndrome, C. Tuberous sclerosis, D. Nevus anemicus. | C: Tuberous sclerosis | Answer: C: Tuberous sclerosis
Explanation: C i.e. Tuberous sclerosis |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Pharmacology | Diuretic causing impaired glucose tolerance is ?
Select and explain.
A. Triamterene, B. Acetazolamide, C. Amiloride, D. Thiazide | D: Thiazide | Answer: D: Thiazide
Explanation: Ans. is'd'i.e., ThiazideRef KDT &/e p. 567; Katung If le p. 261Diuretics causing hyperglycemia are loop diuretics (furosemide) and thiazide diuretics. |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Bacteriology, Subject name: Microbiology | Causes of community-acquired native valve endocarditis are
Select and explain.
A. Streptocccus viridians, B. Staphylococcus aureus, C. Diphtheriods, D. Staphyloccous epidermidis | A: Streptocccus viridians | Answer: A: Streptocccus viridians
Explanation: Streptococcus viridans is a group which normally resides in the mouth and upper respiratory tract and is alpha hemolytic. In persons with pre-existing cardiac lesions, they may cause bacterial endocarditis, Streptococcus sanguis being most often responsible. Following tooth extraction or dental procedures, they cause transient bacteremia and get implanted on damaged or prosthetic valves or in congenitally diseased hea and grow to form vegetation. Streptococcus mutans is also a member of viridans group which causes endocarditis in individuals with risk factors ( dental extraction in people with damaged valves). Reference: Textbook of Microbiology; Anathanarayan and paniker's; 10th edition; Page no: 220 |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Sympathetic System, Subject name: Pharmacology | Which of the following is the mechanism of action of methyl dopa?
Select and explain.
A. Blockade of beta-adrenergic receptors, B. Agonism of alpha 2 receptors, C. Blockade of alpha 2 receptors, D. Agonism of beta 2 receptors. | B: Agonism of alpha 2 receptors | Answer: B: Agonism of alpha 2 receptors
Explanation: So, both the Methyl dopa & clonidine are used as Anti- hypeensive drugs. KEY POINTS ABOUT METHYL DOPA It's a prodrug DOC in pregnancy induced hypeension (but if both Labetalol and Methyl dopa are given in option mark Labetalol as the drug of choice S/E of Methyl Dopa - Hemolytic Anemia |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Communicable diseases, Subject name: Social & Preventive Medicine | Rickettsial pox is caused by ?
Select and explain.
A. Rickettsia ricketsiae, B. Rickettsia akari, C. R. Typhi, D. Rickettsia coonri | B: Rickettsia akari | Answer: B: Rickettsia akari
Explanation: Rickettsial pox caused by R.akari Reference; Park&;s Textbook of preventive and social medicine, 24th edition.Pg no. 316 |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Dental | Elements of primary health care include all except:
Select and explain.
A. Safe water supply and sanitation, B. Treatment of common illness and injury, C. Essential Drugs, D. Referral services | D: Referral services | Answer: D: Referral services
Explanation: Elements of Primary Health Care:
E - Health Education (health problem & control).
L - Locally Endemic disease (prevention & control).
E - Essential drugs.
M - MCH (Maternal & Child Health) including FP.
E - EPI (Immunization against 6 Vaccine Preventable Diseases).
N - Nutrition/ food supply.
T - Treatment of common illness & injury.
S - Safe water supply & Sanitation. |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Abdominal Radiography, Subject name: Radiology | A newborn presenting with intestinal obstruction showed on abdominal X-ray, multiple air fluid levels. The diagnosis is not likely to be -
Select and explain.
A. Pyloric obstruction, B. Duodenal atresia, C. Illeal atresia, D. Ladd s bands | A: Pyloric obstruction | Answer: A: Pyloric obstruction
Explanation: Ans- A Question ask -The diagnosis is not likely to be |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Forensic Medicine | Both hepatic and renal failures can be
Select and explain.
A. CCI4, B. Arsenic, C. Copper sulfate, D. All | D: All | Answer: D: All
Explanation: D i.e. All Both hepatic and renal failure can be caused by Paracetamol, Carbon tetrachloride, Arsenic, CuSO4, & Mushroom poisoningQ |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Surgery | Cause of hydrocele in infants
Select and explain.
A. Patent processus vaginalis, B. Patent gubernaculum, C. Impaired drainage, D. Epididymal cyst | A: Patent processus vaginalis | Answer: A: Patent processus vaginalis
Explanation: None |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Miscellaneous (Pharmacology), Subject name: Pharmacology | In which type of poisonings is gastric lavage contraindicated?
Select and explain.
A. Organophosphorus poisoning, B. Sedative drug poisoning, C. Corrosive acid poisoning, D. Barium carbonate poisoning | C: Corrosive acid poisoning | Answer: C: Corrosive acid poisoning
Explanation: Ans. C. Corrosive acid poisoningGastric Lavage is contraindicated when patients havea. Corrosive substance poisoningb. Convulsion (strychnine, tetanus)c. Comad. Volatile poisons (kerosene)e. Hypothermiaf. patients at risk of gastrointestinal hemorrhage or perforation.g. aluminum phosphide poisoning |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Dermatitis, Subject name: Dental | True about atopic dermatitis are all except -
Select and explain.
A. Pruritus, B. Scratching, C. Mica like scales, D. Xerosis | C: Mica like scales | Answer: C: Mica like scales
Explanation: Mica like scales are characteristic of pityriasis lichenoidis chronica(PLC) Pruritus,scratching and Xe rosins are the features of atopic dermatitis. Ref Harrison20th edition pg 2341 |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: General physiology, Subject name: Physiology | A disease that produces decreased inhibitory input to the internal segment of the globus pallidus should have what effect on the motor area of the cerebral coex
Select and explain.
A. Increased excitatory feedback directly to the coex, B. No effect, C. Decreased excitatory output from the thalamus to the coex, D. Increased excitatory output from the putamen to the coex | C: Decreased excitatory output from the thalamus to the coex | Answer: C: Decreased excitatory output from the thalamus to the coex
Explanation: The decrease in inhibition of globus pallidus internus will make its signals more strong.Globus pallidus internus inhibits thalamus. so inhibition of thalamus increases.Thalamus have an excitatory effect on motor coex, this signal is decreased as thalamus is inhibited. |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: All India exam, Subject name: Pathology | Kernicterus is invariably associated with
Select and explain.
A. Crigler-Najjar syndrome type-I, B. Crigler-Najjar syndrome type-II, C. Dubin Johnson syndrome, D. Rotor syndrome | A: Crigler-Najjar syndrome type-I | Answer: A: Crigler-Najjar syndrome type-I
Explanation: Inherited Unconjugated HyperbilirubinemiaCrigler Najjar Type - 1 Crigler Najjar Type - 2Persistence of unconjugated bilirubin > 20mg/dl after 1st week in the absence of hemolysis suggests CN-1.KERNICTERUS -usual UDPGT activity reduced.Autosomal recessive.Rx - Phototherapy.Heme oxygenase inhibition by metalloporphyrin therapy.Cure - ohotropic liver transplantation.Can be differentiated from CN1 by marked decrease in serum bilirubin with phenobarbitone.KERNICTERUS -unusual.Inducible phenobarbitone response on UGTA1 promoter.Orlistat intestinal lipase inhibitor reduces bilirubin in both CN-1 & CN -2Inherited Conjugated HyperbilirubinemiaDubin Johnson syndrome Rotor syndrome Absent MRP2 protein - multiple drug resistant protein is responsible defectCholangiography fails to visualize gall bladderTotal urinary coproporphyrin is normal||| coproporphyrin 1 excretion||| coproporphyrin 3 excretionX ray -Gall bladder abnormalLiver histology-Black pigment.Additional deficiency of organic anion uptakeTotal urinary coproporphyrin is increasedX ray gall bladder - normalNo black pigment(Refer: Nelson's Textbook of Paediatrics, 19thedition, pg no:604) |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Plain Film Radiography, Fluoroscopy, and Tomosynthesis, Subject name: Radiology | The most appropriate technique for mammography is:
Select and explain.
A. Spot Compression view, B. Medial lateral oblique view, C. Lateral view, D. Medilateral view | B: Medial lateral oblique view | Answer: B: Medial lateral oblique view
Explanation: Ans. (b) Medio lateral oblique viewRef: Harrison 19th ed. / 525There are numerous mammography views that can broadly be split into two groups* Standard views- Medio-Lateral, Medio-lateral oblique, Craniocaudal* Supplementary views - Additional information or problem solving# The mediolateral oblique (MLO) view is one of standard mammographic views. It is the most important projection as it allows to depict most breast tissue.# The Mediolateral view loses significant tissue volume in the upper outer quadrant of the breast where statistically the most breast cancers are found. By doing an MLO view you get extra tissue without extra exposure. |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Ophthalmology | In microcornea, diameter of cornea is less than:
Select and explain.
A. 9 mm, B. 10 mm, C. 11 mm, D. 8 mm | B: 10 mm | Answer: B: 10 mm
Explanation: Ans. 10 mm |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Endocrinology, Subject name: Pediatrics | A 3-week-female infant is brought for ambiguous genitalia and hyperpigmentation of skin. She has hyponatremia and hyperkalemia. Which one of the following is the most likely diagnosis?
Select and explain.
A. 21 hydroxylase deficiency, B. 17 alpha hydroxylase deficiency, C. 17, 20 lyase deficiency, D. 11 beta hydroxylase deficiency | A: 21 hydroxylase deficiency | Answer: A: 21 hydroxylase deficiency
Explanation: a. 21 hydroxylase deficiency(Ref: Nelson's 20/e p 2227-2729, Ghai 8/e p 525)The given clinical scenario of ambiguous genitalia, hyperpigmentation and electrolyte disturbances suggest a diagnosis of CAH due to 21 hydroxylase deficiency.Features Seen in Adrenal Enzyme Deficiency17-a-hydroxylase11-b hydroxylase21 hydroxylase and 3b-HSDSalt retention and hypertensionFeminization of maleSalt retention and hypertensionVirilization of femalePrecocious puberty in maleSalt losingVirilization of femalePrecocious puberty in male |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Asphyxial Deaths, Subject name: Forensic Medicine | Death of a person due to compressing of neck by another person is:
Select and explain.
A. Hanging, B. Throttling, C. Bansdola, D. Asphyxiating | B: Throttling | Answer: B: Throttling
Explanation: Ans. b (Throttling). (Ref. Textbook of FMT by Parikh 6th ed. 3.53)Throttlingis defined as a form of strangulation effected by hand, and is therefore often called manual strangulation.Mugging (choke-hold)When strangulation is effected by compressing the victim's neck against forearm.GarrotingVictim is attacked from back without warning and strangulated by throwing ligature over the neck and tightening it quickly. It was the mode of execution in Spain, Portugal and Turkey.BansdolaNeck is compressed between two sticks or hard objects, usually bamboo, one being placed across the throat in front and another behind. It is practiced in north India. |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Pediatrics | A 2-year-old child with severe dehydration has sudden-onset Gross Hematuria with a unilateral flank mass. The most likely diagnosis is
Select and explain.
A. Renal vein thrombosis, B. Hemolytic syndrome, C. Wilm's tumor, D. Hydronephrosis | A: Renal vein thrombosis | Answer: A: Renal vein thrombosis
Explanation: None |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Virology, Subject name: Microbiology | Infection with herpes simplex virus, a common human pathogen, is best described by which of the following statements?
Select and explain.
A. The CNS and visceral organs are usually involved, B. It rarely recurs in a host who has a high antibody titer, C. It can be reactivated by emotional disturbances or prolonged exposure to sunlight, D. Initial infection usually occurs by intestinal absorption of the virus | C: It can be reactivated by emotional disturbances or prolonged exposure to sunlight | Answer: C: It can be reactivated by emotional disturbances or prolonged exposure to sunlight
Explanation: The initial infection by herpes simplex virus is often inapparent and occurs through a break in the skin or mucous membranes, such as in the eye, throat, or genitals. Latent infection often persists at the initial site despite high antibody titers. Recurrent disease can be triggered by temperature change, emotional distress, and hormonal factors. Type 1 herpes simplex virus is usually, but not exclusively, associated with ocular and oral lesions; type 2 is usually, but not exclusively, associated with genital and anal lesions. Type 2 infection is more common. In addition to mucocutaneous infections, the CNS and occasionally visceral organs can be involved. |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Pelvis and Hip injuries, Subject name: Orthopaedics | Increase is Pauwel's angle indicate -
Select and explain.
A. Good prognosis, B. Impaction, C. More chances of displacement, D. Trabecular alignment disrupted | C: More chances of displacement | Answer: C: More chances of displacement
Explanation: *The more the angle, the more unstable is the fracture, and worse the prognosis. Ref: Maheshwari 9th/e p.132,133& 4th/e p.129 |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Microbiology | Investigation of choice of diphtheria carrier is -
Select and explain.
A. Throat Swab Culture, B. Gram's stain, C. Albe's stain, D. Zeil Nelson's stain | A: Throat Swab Culture | Answer: A: Throat Swab Culture
Explanation: Ans. is 'a' i.e., Throat Swab Culture Carriers can be detected only by cultural methods --> Swabs are taken from nose and throat and it is examined by cultural methods for Diphtheria bacilli |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Radiology | An anatomic structure which has a worm-hole radiolucency is characteristic of
Select and explain.
A. Maxillary sinus, B. Mandibular canal, C. Nutrient canal, D. Mental foramen | C: Nutrient canal | Answer: C: Nutrient canal
Explanation: None |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Pharmacology | Ergot alkaloid commonly used to prevent postpartum hemorrhage is :
Select and explain.
A. Methylergometrine, B. Ergotamine, C. Dihydroergotamine, D. Dihydroergotoxine | A: Methylergometrine | Answer: A: Methylergometrine
Explanation: Methylergometrine (methergine) is administered during delivery of anterior shoulder to prevent postpartum hemorrhage. |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Fluid and electrolytes, Subject name: Medicine | True about hyperkalemia -
Select and explain.
A. Stop hea in systole, B. Insulin-Glucose is given, C. ECG is diagnostic, D. Serum potassium more than 5.2 mmol\/L | C: ECG is diagnostic | Answer: C: ECG is diagnostic
Explanation: Classically, the electrocardiographic manifestations in hyperkalemia progress from tall peaked T waves (5.5-6.5 mM), to a loss of P waves (6.5-7.5 mM) to a widened QRS complex (7.0-8.0 mM), and, ultimately, a to a sine wave pattern (>8.0 mM). However, these changes are notoriously insensitive, paicularly in patients with chronic kidney disease or end-stage renal disease. ( ref: harrisons principles of internal medicine, 19E page 310) |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: G.I.T, Subject name: Anatomy | With couinaud's segment nomenclature, which one the following segments of liver has an independent vascularization
Select and explain.
A. Segment I, B. Segment II, C. Segment IV, D. Segment VIII | A: Segment I | Answer: A: Segment I
Explanation: Segment I is the caudate lobe and is situated posterior l and it may receive its supply from both the right and the left branches of poal vein. It contains one or more hepatic veins which drain directly into the IVC Ref: Sabiston 20th edition Pgno : 1422 |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Surgery | All are usuful in acute appendicitis except -
Select and explain.
A. Antibiotics, B. Analgesics, C. IV Fluids, D. Purgation | D: Purgation | Answer: D: Purgation
Explanation: None |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Functional Anatomy - Respiratory System, Subject name: Physiology | The mechanism of action of surfactant is
Select and explain.
A. Lubricates the flow of CO2 diffusion, B. Binds oxygen, C. Makes the capillary surface hydrophilic, D. Breaks the structure of water in the alveoli | D: Breaks the structure of water in the alveoli | Answer: D: Breaks the structure of water in the alveoli
Explanation: Ans. is 'd' i.e. Breaks the structure of water in the alveoli The water molecules on the surface of water (at air-water interphase) have an especially strong attraction for one another. This results in the water surface to contract producing surface tension.Thus the water molecules lining the alveoli produce an elastic contractile force due to surface tension which causes the alveoli to collapse.This surface tension force of water molecules is broken by surfactant (a mixture of phospholipids, proteins and ions, most important phospholipid of which is dipalmitoylphosphatidyl-choline-DPCC). It is secreted by type II alveolar epithelial cells and lines the alveoli.The phospholipid molecules have a hydrophilic head and two parallel hydrophobic 'tails'. Thus only head part of the molecule dissolves in the fluid lining the alveolar surface and the hydrophobic tails face the alveolar lumen. This new surface thus formed of the surfactant has a significantly reduced surface tension than the water molecules.By reducing the surface tension, surfactant serves two purposes:Prevents the alveoli from collapsingPrevents pulmonary edema. |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Epithelial tissue, Subject name: Anatomy | Cell lining of common bile duct is :
Select and explain.
A. Stratified columnar, B. Stratified squamous, C. Simple cuboidal, D. Simple columnar | D: Simple columnar | Answer: D: Simple columnar
Explanation: Ans. 4. Simple columnar > 3. Simple cuboidal Cell lining of common bile duct is simple columnar epithelium, it may be cuboidal at the proximal region. The Intrahepatic ducts, cystic duct, and the common bile duct are lined by tall columnar epithelium. Ducts are usually lined by simple cuboidal epithelium, which differentiates to form the secretory and duct poions of glands. Stratified cuboidal epithelium protects areas such as the ducts of sweat glands, mammary glands, and salivary glands. At locations like common bile duct, the ducts may be lined by columnar epithelium. |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Surgery | In tetany the increased membrane excitability is caused by:
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A. Decreased release of inhibitory neurotransmitter from nerve terminals, B. Depolarization of the nerve and muscle membranes, C. Spontaneous release of calcium from the sarcoplasmic reticulum, D. Activation of sodium channels at more negative membrane potentials | B: Depolarization of the nerve and muscle membranes | Answer: B: Depolarization of the nerve and muscle membranes
Explanation: Membrane excitability is related to the ease with which depolarization opens Na+ channels. The opening of the Na+ channel in response to depolarization is, in pa, related to the extracellular Ca2+ concentration; the lower the extracellular Ca2+ concentration, the easier it is for Na + channels to open when the membrane depolarizes. Hyperventilation (lowering aerial CO2 tension) decreases extracellular Ca+ concentration by increasing aerial pH. When pH rises, H+ is released from plasma proteins in exchange for Ca and ionized Ca+ concentration decreases. |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Radiology | Which of the following is true regarding cardiac MRI
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A. Infarcted myocardium is hypointense on T2-MRI, B. Viable myocardium can be differentiated from infarcted myocardium, C. Prosthetic hea valves are an absolute contraindication for MRI, D. It is better than CT for non-invasive assessment of coronary aeries | B: Viable myocardium can be differentiated from infarcted myocardium | Answer: B: Viable myocardium can be differentiated from infarcted myocardium
Explanation: Ans. is 'b' i.e., Viable myocardium can be differentiated from infarcted myocardium.Infarcted myocardium appears hypointense on T1-MRI and hyperintense on T2-MRIViable myocardium can be easily differentiated from infarcted tissue.Prosthetic hea valves are a relative contraindications for MRI.Multislice CT is a better modality than cardiac MRI for the non invasive assessment of coronary aeries. |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Social & Preventive Medicine | Day light factor in living room should he?
Select and explain.
A. 8%, B. 6%, C. 10%, D. 15% | A: 8% | Answer: A: 8%
Explanation: Ans. is 'a' i.e., 8% |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Pathology | Cathelicidins are rich in which of the following amino acid?
Select and explain.
A. Cysteine, B. Cystine, C. Methionine, D. Arginine | D: Arginine | Answer: D: Arginine
Explanation: Microbial killing can also occur through the action of other substances in leukocyte granules. Cationic arginine-rich granule peptides that are toxic to microbes; cathelicidins is present in leukocyte granules. Ref: Robbins 8th edition, Chapter 2. |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Radiology | Neonate triangular cord sign on USG is seen in –
Select and explain.
A. Galactosemia, B. Biliary atresia, C. Hepatitis, D. None | B: Biliary atresia | Answer: B: Biliary atresia
Explanation: Triangular cord sign is seen in biliary ateria due to fibrosis. |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Surgery | Peyronie's disease affects the -
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A. Breast, B. Vagina, C. Scrotum, D. Penis | D: Penis | Answer: D: Penis
Explanation: Ans. is 'd' i.e., Penis |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Physiology | A 67-year-old man with an 18-year history of type 2 diabetes mellitus presents for a routine physical examination. His temperature is 36.9 C (98.5 F), his blood pressure is 158/98 mm Hg and his pulse is 82/minute and regular. On examination, the physician notes a non tender, pulsatile, mass in the mid-abdomen. A plain abdominal x-ray film with the patient in the lateral position reveals spotty calcification of a markedly dilated abdominal aoic walI. Which of the following physiologic observations helps to account for the fact that 75% of the aneurysms of this patient's type are found in the abdomen and only 25% principally involve the thorax?
Select and explain.
A. Diastolic pressure is greater in the abdominal aoa in the supine position, B. Negative intrathoracic pressure reduces aoic wall tension in the thorax, C. The average blood flow in the abdominal aoa is greater than that in the thoracic aoa, D. The average blood pressure in the abdominal aoa is higher than that in the thoracic aoa | D: The average blood pressure in the abdominal aoa is higher than that in the thoracic aoa | Answer: D: The average blood pressure in the abdominal aoa is higher than that in the thoracic aoa
Explanation: Increased blood pressure is a strong risk factor for atherosclerosis, and humans pay a price for their erect sitting and standing postures. In these postures, the abdominal aoa experiences the weight of a column of blood added to the pressure produced by the hea. In the supine posture, the pressures in the thoracic and abdominal aoa are similar. So, if an average daily pressure is taken, the abdominal aoa tends to have a significantly higher pressure than does the thoracic aoa. Diastolic pressure is actually greater in the thoracic aoa compared to the abdominal aoa in the supine position. However, the systolic blood pressure is greater in the abdominal aoa. A negative intrathoracic pressure would tend to increase transmural pressure across the wall of the thoracic aoa, and thereby increase wall tension and promote the development of aneurysms. Blood flow in the abdominal aoa is less than that in the thoracic aoa, because some blood leaves the aoa through its thoracic branches. Ref: Creager M.A., Loscalzo J. (2012). Chapter 248. Diseases of the Aoa. In D.L. Longo, A.S. Fauci, D.L. Kasper, S.L. Hauser, J.L. Jameson, J. Loscalzo (Eds),Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 18e. |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Physiology | Most important from of carbon-dioxide transport in the blood
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A. It is mostly transported as carboxy hemoglobin, B. As dissolved CO2, C. As bicarbonates, D. Due to CO2 molecules attached to hemoglobin | C: As bicarbonates | Answer: C: As bicarbonates
Explanation: The route by which most of the carbon dioxide is carried in the bloodstream. Once dissolved in the blood plasma, carbon dioxide combines with water to form carbonic acid, which immediately ionizes into hydrogen and bicarbonate ions. The bicarbonate ions serve as part of the alkaline reserve. |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Surgery | A 45 year old comes with symptoms of septic ahritis. What will be the most common cause in this patient?
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A. Gonococcus, B. Staphylococcus aureus, C. Salmonella, D. Pneumococci | B: Staphylococcus aureus | Answer: B: Staphylococcus aureus
Explanation: Staphylococcus aureus is the most common (about 90%) organism isolated in septic ahritis in adults. In neonates joint sepsis is caused by S. aureus with group B streptococci being the next most common. In young children aged 2 months to 2 years, S. aureus, Streptococcus and Haemophilus influenza in an decreasing order. In young adults, S. aureus and N. gonorrhoeae are the most common organisms causing joint sepsis. In elderly people, S.aureus causes infection. Gram negative septic ahritis may occur in patients with sickle cell anemia. |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Pharmacology | Which of the following therapeutic index (T.I.) values represent the greatest safety profile for a drug?
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A. 100, B. 1,000, C. 500, D. 2 | B: 1,000 | Answer: B: 1,000
Explanation: Although factors such as idiosyncratic reactions or allergic reactions can contribute to the overall safety profile of a drug, the therapeutic index gives a reliable indication of the drugs safety margin if other considerations are assumed to be equal. The therapeutic index represents the ratio between the median lethal dose (LD50) and the median effective dose ( ED50) of a drug. This calculation of LD50/ DD50 generates an index that is the therapeutic window between the dose that produces the desired effect and the dose that results in toxic effects. Like all indices, the T.I. is dimensionless since the dose units, usually express in "mg-kg ", cancel each other. The therapeutic index conveniently represents the safety merger of a drug. The greater the therapeutic ratio, or spread, between the ED50 and LD50, the greater the drug safety. Therefore a T.I. of one thousand represents a drug with a far greater safety profile than a drug with a T.I. of two. Ref: Von Zastrow M. (2012). Chapter 2. Drug Receptors & Pharmacodynamics. In B.G. Katzung, S.B. Masters, A.J. Trevor (Eds), Basic & Clinical Pharmacology, 12e. |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Nervous system, Subject name: Physiology | Mechanism of analgesia is by
Select and explain.
A. Nocioeptin stimulation, B. Nooistatln stimulation, C. Nicotinic & cholinergic receptors, D. Anadumide receptors | A: Nocioeptin stimulation | Answer: A: Nocioeptin stimulation
Explanation: The degree to which a person reacts to pain varies tremendously. This variation results paly from a capability of the brain itself to suppress input of pain signals to thenervous system by activating a pain control system called an analgesia system. The analgesia system consists of three major components: (1) The periaqueductal gray and periventricular areas of the mesencephalon and upper pons surround the aqueduct of Sylvius and poions of the third and fouh ventricles. Neurons from these areas send signals to (2) the raphe magnus nucleus, a thin midline nucleus located in the lower pons and upper medulla, and the nucleus reticularis paragigantocellularis, located laterally in the medulla. From these nuclei, second-order signals are transmitted down the dorsolateral columns in the spinal cord to (3) a pain inhibitory complex located in the dorsal horns of the spinal cord. At this point, the analgesia signals can block the pain before it is relayed to the brain. Ref: guyton and hall textbook of medical physiology 12 edition page number:698,699,700 |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Diagnosis of Pregnancy, Subject name: Gynaecology & Obstetrics | Investigation of choice in a pregnant lady at 16 weeks of pregnancy with past H/0 delivering a baby with Downs syndrome:
Select and explain.
A. Triple screen test, B. Amniocentesis, C. Chorionic villous sampling, D. USG | B: Amniocentesis | Answer: B: Amniocentesis
Explanation: Dual marker and Triple marker tests are screening tests and since the patient here already has a past history of Downs syndrome fetus, she is at an increased risk of having an aneuploid fetus again, so it is advisable to undergo a diagnostic procedure rather than a screening test. Fetal chromosomes can be assessed only on amniocentesis and chorionic villous sampling But CVS is best done between 10 to 13 weeks of gestation and amniocentesis is best done between 16 to 18 weeks of pregnancy |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Kidneys and Body Fluids, Subject name: Physiology | Collection duct has which cells
Select and explain.
A. Principal and intercalated, B. Parietal and oxyntic cells, C. Lacis cells, D. Podocytes | A: Principal and intercalated | Answer: A: Principal and intercalated
Explanation: Ans. (a) Principal and intercalated(Ref: Ganong, 25th ed/p.672)Colleting duct is made up of two types of cell: principal cells (P cells) and intercalated cells (I cells) |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Surgery | In case of Gow-Gates technique the target area is
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A. Neck of condyle, B. Head of the condyle, C. Medial side of the ramus, D. Lateral side of the condyle | A: Neck of condyle | Answer: A: Neck of condyle
Explanation: None |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Social & Preventive Medicine | In a population of 200 people with normal distribution. How many people would be included in 1 SD
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A. 136, B. 140, C. 150, D. 190 | A: 136 | Answer: A: 136
Explanation: Ans. a. 136 |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Social & Preventive Medicine | If the prevalence of a disease in a population increases, the predictive value of a positive test ?
Select and explain.
A. Increases, B. Decreases, C. Remains constant, D. Becomes compromised | A: Increases | Answer: A: Increases
Explanation: Ans. is 'a' i.e., Increases |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: ENT | Which of the following is TRUE differential cause of referred otalgia?
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A. Carcinoma larynx, B. Carcinoma oral cavity, C. Carcinoma tongue, D. All of the above | D: All of the above | Answer: D: All of the above
Explanation: Otalgia can occur as a symptom of carcinoma on the base of tongue, pharynx or larynx. Ear receives nerve supply from 4 cranial nerves such as trigeminal, facial, glossopharyngeal and vagus; and from two branches of cervical plexus called C2 (lesser occipital) and C2 and C3 (greater auricular), pain maybe referred from these remote areas. Facial nerve refers pain to the external ear canal and post auricular region. Second and third cervical nerves refer pain to the postauricular and mastoid regions. Trigeminal referred otalgia arise from lesions involving the oral cavity and floor of mouth, teeth, mandible, temporomandibular joint, palate and pre auricular skin. Glossopharyngeal referred otalgia arise from the tonsil, base of the tongue, soft palate, nasopharynx, Eustachian tube and pharynx. Vagal referred otalgia arise from the hypopharynx, larynx and trachea. Differential causes of referred otalgia includes migraine, TMJ syndrome, cervical myalgia, fibromyalgia, dental abscess, head and neck malignancy (neoplasm of nasopharynx, sinus, tonsil, base of tongue, hypopharynx), temporal aeritis, inflammatory sinusitis, carotidynia, trigeminal neuralgia, glossopharyngeal neuralgia and GERD. |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Central Nervous system, Subject name: Pediatrics | Child with generalized petechiae. CSF shows gram negative diplococci. Treatment
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A. IV Ceftriaxone, B. IV Penicillin G, C. IV Cefotaxine, D. IV Penicillin V | A: IV Ceftriaxone | Answer: A: IV Ceftriaxone
Explanation: Most patients (70-80%) presenting with fever and petechiae have defined or presumed viral infections, which are often caused by enteroviruses or adenovirus. Parvovirus B19 may also be responsible for many cases of fever and generalized petechiae inchildren. Reference: GHAI Essential pediatrics, 8th edition |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Surgery | Glasgow coma scale includes all except
Select and explain.
A. Eye opening, B. Verbal response, C. Motor response, D. Swallowing reflex | D: Swallowing reflex | Answer: D: Swallowing reflex
Explanation: None |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Physiology | An elderly couple living in a very cold apament turned on the oven, opened the oven door, and went to sleep. The next morning, the neighbors found the couple dead. The direct mechanism by which death was caused most likely involves which of the following?
Select and explain.
A. Damage to the plasmalemma, B. Decreased oxygen-carrying capacity of blood, C. Increased calcium transpo into mitochondria, D. Poisoning of oxidative phosphorylation | B: Decreased oxygen-carrying capacity of blood | Answer: B: Decreased oxygen-carrying capacity of blood
Explanation: The scenario described in the question stem is unfounately not at all uncommon. The open oven door is a tip-off that carbon monoxide was involved. Carbon monoxide has a very high affinity for hemoglobin, and binds, nearly irreversibly, to it in such a manner that oxygen cannot bind, drastically decreasing the oxygen-carrying capacity of the blood. Carbon monoxide also causes the oxygen-hemoglobin dissociation curve to shift to the left, making oxygen more difficult to unload. Traditionally, patients with carbon monoxide poisoning have been described as having "cherry red" blood and, consequently, skin, but this change is somewhat unreliable in real life. The 1st and 3rd Choices list secondary changes that are commonly observed in injured cells, no matter what the cause of the injury. Ref: Barrett K.E., Barman S.M., Boitano S., Brooks H.L. (2012). Chapter 32. Cardiovascular Regulatory Mechanisms. In K.E. Barrett, S.M. Barman, S. Boitano, H.L. Brooks (Eds), Ganong's Review of Medical Physiology, 24e. |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Dental | Pulp core contains
Select and explain.
A. Undifferentiated cells, B. Nerve bundles, C. Large vessels, D. All of the above | D: All of the above | Answer: D: All of the above
Explanation: None |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Forensic Medicine | Cholinesterase is seen in venom of: DNB 08
Select and explain.
A. Elapids, B. Vipers, C. Sea snakes, D. All | A: Elapids | Answer: A: Elapids
Explanation: Ans. Elapids |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: New born infants, Subject name: Pediatrics | The following are the components of apgar score except
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A. Color, B. Muscle tone, C. Hea rate, D. Respiratory rate | D: Respiratory rate | Answer: D: Respiratory rate
Explanation: *Apgar score is an objective method of evaluating the newborn&;s condition. It includes Hea rate, Respiratory effo, Muscle tone, Reflex irritability and Color. *It is generally performed at 1min and again at 5 min after bih. Reference : page 127 Ghai Essential Pediatrics 9 th edition |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Anesthesia for Neurologic & Psychiatric Diseases, Subject name: Anaesthesia | Anaesthetic agent causing hallucination is
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A. Ketamine, B. Ether, C. Nitrous Oxide, D. Cyclopropane | A: Ketamine | Answer: A: Ketamine
Explanation: Ans. is 'a' i.e. Ketamine Ketamine is an analogue of phencyclidine and therefore it causes hallucinations.Facts you must always remember about Ketamine.It causes Dissociative Anaesthesia *It causes sympathetic stimulation which leads to* Cardiac stimulation-increase O2 demand** Bronchodilation-it is anaesthetic of choice for Bronchial Asthma* Increase all pressure*-B.P. I.C.T. I.O.P.* It causes muscular rigidity* It increases salivation so Atropine is always given with it* |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Subject name: Medicine | When is surgery not done in cases of Ulcerative Colitis?
Select and explain.
A. Toxic megacolon, B. Colonic perforation, C. Colonic obstruction, D. Refractory fistula | D: Refractory fistula | Answer: D: Refractory fistula
Explanation: Surgical indications for ulcerative colitis: Urgent Non-urgent: Fulminant colitis Toxic megacolon Perforation Massive hemorrhage Acute colonic obstruction Colon cancer Medically refractory disease Unacceptable medication related toxicity Dysplasia Suspected ca Ulcerative colitis Crohn's disease MC pa involved is Rectum(colon) MC is terminal ileum (mouth to anus) Hallmark is pseudo polyp Fistula More prone for malignancy Less prone that ulcerative colitis Mucosa and submucosa involved Transmural involvement Complications: Hemorrhage Toxic megacolon Fistula Abscess Obstruction Perforation Lead pipe colon String of Kantor Surgery can be done DOC is sulphasalazine Surgery is of no use DOC is sulphasalazine |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Hematology, Subject name: Pharmacology | In contrast to heparin, enoxaparin:
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A. Can be used without monitoring the patient's aPTT, B. Is less likely to have a teratogenic effect, C. Is more likely to be given intravenously, D. Is more likely to cause thrombosis and thrombocytopenia | A: Can be used without monitoring the patient's aPTT | Answer: A: Can be used without monitoring the patient's aPTT
Explanation: Enoxaprin is a LMW heparin. It does not require monitoring. Both heparin as well as enoxaprin do not cross placenta and are not teratogenic. |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Mycology, Subject name: Microbiology | Cigar body is seen in -
Select and explain.
A. Cryptococcus, B. Histoplasmosis, C. Sporotrichosis, D. Aspergillosis | C: Sporotrichosis | Answer: C: Sporotrichosis
Explanation: Cigar shaped yeast cells are seen in sporothrix schenkii which is a dimorphic fungus. at 37 degree C - it is yeast at 25 degree C - it is mold Flower like sporulation appearance is seen in mould form of the sporothrix Sporotrichosis ( Rose gardener's disease) |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Dental | Tooth whitening strip is
Select and explain.
A. H2O2, B. HF, C. Carbamide peroxide, D. Sodium perborate | A: H2O2 | Answer: A: H2O2
Explanation: None |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Radiology | Ultrasound frequency used for diagnostic purposes in obstetrics :
Select and explain.
A. 1-20 MHz, B. 20-40 MHz, C. 40-60 MHz, D. 60-80 MHz | A: 1-20 MHz | Answer: A: 1-20 MHz
Explanation: A i.e. 1-20 MHz |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Unknown | Disseminated intravascular coagulation is present in all except -
Select and explain.
A. Prolonged pregnancy, B. Amniolotic fluid embolism, C. Septic shock, D. Abruptio placentae | A: Prolonged pregnancy | Answer: A: Prolonged pregnancy
Explanation: Ans: A |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Orbit, Subject name: Ophthalmology | What is ligament of lockwood related to
Select and explain.
A. Gall bladder, B. Scrotum, C. Orbit, D. Lens | C: Orbit | Answer: C: Orbit
Explanation: Ans. (c) OrbitRef: Khurana Anatomy 2/e, p. 493It is a fascial expansion of the extraocular muscles formed by fusion of sheaths of MR, IR, LR, IO extending from the posterior lacrimal crest to the lateral orbital margin. |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Anatomy | Why is a child abler to breathe and suckle at the same time
Select and explain.
A. Sho soft palate, B. Sho tongue, C. High placed larynx, D. Small pharynx | C: High placed larynx | Answer: C: High placed larynx
Explanation: High placed larynx A baby can suck milk into mouth and because of its palate its mouth is separated from its nasal cavity so white it is sucking in milk it can also breathe through its nose. When the infant has to swallow the soft palate rapidly moves upward to close off the hack of the nasal air tube. At the same time, the epiglottis closes off the larynx and guides the milk into the esophagus (food tube). Because of these factors infants can breath and swallow in quick succession. - Its lumen is sho and. funnel shaped and dispropoionately narrower than that of adult. - It lies higher in the neck than the adult larynx. -It rest the upper border of the infant epiglottis is at the level of the second or third cervical veebrae. - When larynx is elevated it reaches the level of first cervical veebrae. - This high position enables an infant to use its nasal airway to breathe while sucking. |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: FMGE 2017, Subject name: Medicine | Fatty liver with hepatomegaly is seen in:
Select and explain.
A. Marasmus, B. Metabolic syndrome, C. Wilson disease, D. Nutmeg liver | B: Metabolic syndrome | Answer: B: Metabolic syndrome
Explanation: OPTION B: Metabolic syndrome - Obesity - Fatty liver Option A: Marasmus do not have hepatomegaly rather kwashiorkor will have hepatomegaly Option C: Wilson disease leads to Cirrhosis Option D: Nutmeg liver leads to Cirrhosis Best test for fatty liver = Gamma GGT Alcoholic liver disease + fatty liver - Best Test - SGOT / SGPT Ratio more than 2 |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Surgery | Prognosis for carcinoma rectum is best assessed by -
Select and explain.
A. Site of tumour, B. Histological grading, C. Size of tumours, D. Duration of the symptoms | B: Histological grading | Answer: B: Histological grading
Explanation: No effect on Prognosis: Tumor size and duration of symptoms.
Tumor size and configuration (endophytic, exophytic, annular) do not carry any prognostic significance in colorectal carcinoma. |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Pathology | In the stage of Grey hepatization -
Select and explain.
A. WBC's fill the alveoli, B. RBC's fill the alveoli, C. Organisms fill the alveoli, D. Accumulation of fibrin | D: Accumulation of fibrin | Answer: D: Accumulation of fibrin
Explanation: Pathological changes of bacterial pneumonia
A. Lobar pneumonia
Large confluent area of the lung or entire lobes is consolidated.
The lower lobes are affected most commonly.
There are four stages of the inflammatory response (Laennec's stages) -
1. Stage of congestion (initial phase)
The affected lobe is enlarged, heavy, dark red and congested.
Cut surface exudes blood-stained frothy fluid.
There are dilatation and congestion of alveolar capillaries.
There are few neutrophils and numerous bacteria in the alveolar fluid.
2. Stage of red hepatization (early consolidation)
The term hepatization refers to the liver-like consistency of the affected lobe on cut section.
The affected lobe is red and firm.
The edema fluid of preceding stage is replaced by strands of fibrin.
There is marked cellular exudate of neutrophils with extravasation of red cells.
3. Stage of gray hepatization (late consolidation)
The affected lobe is grayish brown, firm and dry.
The fibrin strand are dense and more numerous.
There is progressive disintigration of red cells and neutrophils.
The macrophages begin to appear in the exudate.
The organisms are less numerous and appear as degenerated forms.
4. Resolution
The previously solid and fibrinous constituent is liquefied by enzymatic action.
Granular and fragmented strands of fibrin in the alveolar spaces are seen due to progressive enzymatic digestion.
There is progressive removal of fluid content as well as cellular exudate from the air spaces, resulting in restoration of normal lung parenchyma with areation.
B. Bronchopneumonia
Patchy areas of red or grey consolidation, more often multilobar and frequently bilateral and basal (lower zones) because of tendency of secretions to gravitate into lower lobes.
There is suppurative exudate, consisting chiefly neutrophils, filling bronchi, bronchioles and adjacent alveolar spaces.
Alveolar septa thicken due to congested capillaries and leucocytic infiltration. |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: ENT | True about carcinoma larynx -
Select and explain.
A. Glottis is most common site, B. Rarely presents with metastasis, C. Adenocarcinoma is commonest type, D. Responds to chemotherapy very well | A: Glottis is most common site | Answer: A: Glottis is most common site
Explanation: None |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Medicine | A child presents with ascending flaccid paralysis. There is subsequent respiratory muscle involvement. CSF examination shows albuminocytological dissociation. Treatment of choice is :
Select and explain.
A. Cycloserine, B. Oral prednisolone, C. I.V. methyl prednisolone, D. I.V. immunoglobins | D: I.V. immunoglobins | Answer: D: I.V. immunoglobins
Explanation: Answer is D (I.V. Immunoglobins): The characteristic clinical presentation and CSF finding lead us to the diagnosis of GBS Either high does intravenous immunoglobulins or plasmapharesis can be initiated as they are equally effective. -- Harrison 's Glucocoicoids have not been found to be effective in GBS - Harrisons Steroids do not reduce the duration but may increase the risk of infection and worsen the problem. Steroids should be considered contraindicated in the treatment of GB syndrome - API 6th/ 835 |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Anatomy | Which of the following is true in respect to the ciliary ganglion?
Select and explain.
A. Sympathetic fibers synapse in the ciliary ganglion, B. Afferent fibers from the iris and cornea pass through the ganglion, C. The ganglion is located between the optic nerve and medial rectus, D. Parasympathetic fibers in the ganglion are derived from CN VII | B: Afferent fibers from the iris and cornea pass through the ganglion | Answer: B: Afferent fibers from the iris and cornea pass through the ganglion
Explanation: Afferent fibers from the iris and cornea pass through the ciliary ganglion. |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Medicine | Aplastic anemia in hereditary spherocytosis precipitated by-
Select and explain.
A. Parvo virus, B. HIV, C. Adenovirus, D. Influenza virus | A: Parvo virus | Answer: A: Parvo virus
Explanation: Answer is A (Parvovirus) Aplastic crisis is usually triggered by an acute parvovirus infection. |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Haematology, Subject name: Medicine | Howell-Jolly bodies are seen in-
Select and explain.
A. Liver disease, B. Postsplenectomy, C. Hemolysis, D. DIC | B: Postsplenectomy | Answer: B: Postsplenectomy
Explanation: Howell Jolly bodies are purple nuclear remnants ,usually found singly, and are larger than basophilic stippling.They are present in megaloblastic anemia & after splenectomy.Reference :Harsh Mohan Textbook of pathology sixth edition pg no 293. |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Medicine | Which of the following is not seen in hereditary spherocytosis -
Select and explain.
A. Direct Coombs test + ve, B. Increased osmotic fragility, C. Leg ulcers, D. Splenomegaly | A: Direct Coombs test + ve | Answer: A: Direct Coombs test + ve
Explanation: None |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Pharmacology | All act by inhibiting call wall synthesis except ?
Select and explain.
A. Aminoglycoside, B. Penicillin, C. Cycloserine, D. Bacitracin | D: Bacitracin | Answer: D: Bacitracin
Explanation: Ans. is 'd' i.e., Pramlinitide |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Parathyroid and adrenal glands, Subject name: Surgery | A mother brings her 10 year old son to OPD because of a history of medullary carcinoma of thyroid in his father and grandparents. There are no findings on physical examination. Which of the following tests you would perform?
Select and explain.
A. Serum insulin level, B. Serum glucagon level, C. Urine vanillylmandelic acid (VMA) level, D. Serum somatostatin level | C: Urine vanillylmandelic acid (VMA) level | Answer: C: Urine vanillylmandelic acid (VMA) level
Explanation: Most cases of medullary thyroid carcinomas (MTC) are sporadic. But 25% occur in inherited syndromes such as familial medullary thyroid cancer and MEN types 2A and 2B. These occur due to germline mutations in the RET protooncogene. MEN2A consists of Medullary thyroid cancer, Pheochromocytoma and Primary hyperparathyroidism. MEN 2B consists of MTC, Pheochromocytoma, Mucosal neuromas, Gangliomas, and aMarfan-like habitus. Any patient with MEN 2A or MEN 2B may develop medullary carcinoma at a very young age and therefore should be followed carefully for pheochromocytoma with urine VMA, for hyperparathyroidism with serum calcium, and for medullary carcinoma with serum calcitonin. |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Microbiology | Immunoglobulins are secreted by:
Select and explain.
A. Macrophages, B. Plasma cells, C. T-cells, D. Neutrophils | B: Plasma cells | Answer: B: Plasma cells
Explanation: None |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Biochemistry | Molybdenum is a constituent of:
Select and explain.
A. Xanthine oxidase, B. Cytochrome oxidase, C. Phosphofructokinase, D. Carbonic anhydrase | A: Xanthine oxidase | Answer: A: Xanthine oxidase
Explanation: Molybdenum containing enzymes include aldehyde oxidase, sulfite oxidase and xanthine oxidase. |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Pharmacology | Regarding propofol, which one of the following is false :
Select and explain.
A. It is used as an intravenous induction agent, B. It causes severe vomiting, C. It is painful on injecting intravenously, D. It has no muscle relaxant property | B: It causes severe vomiting | Answer: B: It causes severe vomiting
Explanation: None |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Medicine | Which one of the following serum levels would help in distinguishing an acute liver disease from chronic liver disease
Select and explain.
A. Aminotransaminase, B. Alkaline phosphatase, C. Bilirubin, D. Albumin | D: Albumin | Answer: D: Albumin
Explanation: Answer- D. AlbuminSerum albumin has a long half life 15-20 days with approximately 4% degraded per day |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Squint, Subject name: Ophthalmology | True about optic nerve glioma
Select and explain.
A. Seen in old individuals, B. Painful proptosis, C. Can cause hematoma, D. Unilateral proptosis | D: Unilateral proptosis | Answer: D: Unilateral proptosis
Explanation: Optic Nerve Glioma *Can cause gradual, painless, unilateral Proptosis *a/w Neurofibromatosis 1 *Mainly affect children (1-10 year) *Have characteristic fusiform enlargement of optic nerve Optic Nerve Glioma - Fusiform Enlargement of optic nerve - Nerve is not seen separately from the mass |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Pediatrics | Which of the following types of leukemia is administered prophylactic methotrexate for CNS prophylaxis –
Select and explain.
A. ALL, B. AML, C. CLL, D. CML | A: ALL | Answer: A: ALL
Explanation: None |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Pathology | Serum alkaline phosphate is not rassed in ?
Select and explain.
A. Primary biliary cirrhosis, B. Hyperparathyoidism, C. Multiple myeloma, D. Hepatitis | C: Multiple myeloma | Answer: C: Multiple myeloma
Explanation: Ans. is 'c' i.e., Multiple Myeloma |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Imaging of Lung Nodules and Masses, Subject name: Radiology | Golden S sign is seen in:
Select and explain.
A. Bronchogenic carcinoma with collapse of lung, B. Traction Bronchiectasis with apical scarring, C. Emphysema with increased lucency and flattened diagphragm, D. Pulmonary edema | A: Bronchogenic carcinoma with collapse of lung | Answer: A: Bronchogenic carcinoma with collapse of lung
Explanation: Ans. (a) Bronchogenic carcinoma with collapse of lung* The Golden S sign (reverse S sign of Golden.) is seen in PA chest radiographs with right upper lobe collapse.* It is caused by a central mass obstructing the upper lobe bronchus and should raise suspicion of a primary bronchogenic carcinoma.* The right upper lobe appears dense and shifts medially and upwards with a central mass expanding the hilum. The combination of two changes together form a reverse S shane. |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Anatomy | Anterior belly of digastric is supplied by:
Select and explain.
A. Branch of mandibular nerve/ Mylohyoid nerve, B. Branch of facial nerve, C. Branch of cervical plexus, D. Hypoglossal nerve | A: Branch of mandibular nerve/ Mylohyoid nerve | Answer: A: Branch of mandibular nerve/ Mylohyoid nerve
Explanation: None |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Pharmacology | Which of the following is a mineralocoicoid antagonist ?
Select and explain.
A. Spironolactone, B. Inamrinone, C. Nicorandil, D. Ketorolac | A: Spironolactone | Answer: A: Spironolactone
Explanation: Ans. is 'a' i.e., Spironolactone |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Dental | A male 25 years old presents to the dental clinic with a black spot. He also gives the history of previous dental treatments of other teeth as well and wants gold to be filled in his tooth. On examination, it is revealed that 16 no. tooth has pit and fissure caries. Which preparation is used for retention in this restoration?
Select and explain.
A. Vertically oriented grooves, B. Horizontally oriented grooves, C. Coves, D. Skirts | D: Skirts | Answer: D: Skirts
Explanation: Skirts.
Skirts are preparation features used in cast gold restorations that extend the preparation around some, if not all, of the line angles of the tooth. When properly prepared, skirts provide additional, opposing vertical walls that increase retention of the restoration. The placement of skirts also enables increased resistance to fracture by allowing the envelopment of the remaining compromised tooth structure with the restorative material.
Sturdevant operative dentistry 7th E D I T I O N, Page No:131 |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Dental | Eichosapentaenoic acid is present in
Select and explain.
A. Soyabean oil, B. Corn oil, C. Sunflower oil, D. Fish oil | D: Fish oil | Answer: D: Fish oil
Explanation: None |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Urinary tract, Subject name: Pathology | First pathological change apparent in Nephrotic syndrome is
Select and explain.
A. Thickening of the glomerular capillary wall and effacement of podocyte foot processes, B. Segmental sclerosis of glomerulus, C. Break in basement membrane, D. Mononuclear infiltration | A: Thickening of the glomerular capillary wall and effacement of podocyte foot processes | Answer: A: Thickening of the glomerular capillary wall and effacement of podocyte foot processes
Explanation: Most forms of primary GN and many of the secondary glomerular diseases in human beings have immunologic pathogenesis. This view is largely based on immunofluorescence studies of GN in humans which have revealed glomerular deposits of immunoglobulins and complement in patterns that closely resemble those of experimental models. The consequences of injury at different sites within the glomerulus in various glomerular diseases can be assessed when compared with the normal physiologic role of the main cells involved i.e. endothelial, mesangial, visceral epithelial, and parietal epithelial cells as well as of the GBM as summed up in Table 22.8.<\p> text book of pathology harshmohan 6th edition page 662 |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, Subject name: Surgery | Well known Zadek's procedure is:
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A. Resection of part of nail with nail bed, B. Resection of complete nail with part of nail bed, C. Injection of phenol at base of toe nail, D. Wide excisions of nail | B: Resection of complete nail with part of nail bed | Answer: B: Resection of complete nail with part of nail bed
Explanation: Ans. (b) Resection of complete nail with part of nail bed* Zadek's procedure is the surgical correction of ingrowing toe nail.* Removal of complete nail with part of nail bed. |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Medicine | Features of secondary syphilis are/is a) Condyloma accuminata b) Condyloma lata c) Mulberry/moon molar d) Lesions over palms/sales
Select and explain.
A. ac, B. bd, C. bc, D. ad | B: bd | Answer: B: bd
Explanation: None |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Dental | Gillmore needle is used for
Select and explain.
A. Testing the strength of plaster of paris, B. Evaluating the setting time of plaster of paris, C. Testing the metal hardness, D. Testing the purity of noble metals | B: Evaluating the setting time of plaster of paris | Answer: B: Evaluating the setting time of plaster of paris
Explanation: None |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Ophthalmology | In cystoid macular edema fluid collects in the macular region at the level of
Select and explain.
A. Outer nuclear layer, B. Outer plexiform layer, C. Inner plexiform layer, D. Between pigment epithelium and neurosensory retina | B: Outer plexiform layer | Answer: B: Outer plexiform layer
Explanation: Ans. Outer plexiform layer |
This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Lower Limb Traumatology, Subject name: Orthopaedics | Unna boot is used for treatment of:
Select and explain.
A. Diabetic foot ulcer, B. Varicose ulcers, C. Ankle instability, D. Calcaneum fracture | B: Varicose ulcers | Answer: B: Varicose ulcers
Explanation: Unna boot is used for the varicose vein ulcers. |