Question 1

When the B.M.I. of the person exceeds beyond 25 upto 30 then the person is said to be

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When a person's Body Mass Index (BMI) is between 25 and 30, they are considered to be overweight. Obesity is typically defined as a BMI over 30.

Question 2

Angina occuring at rest , lasting >10mins , severe , of new onset with a crescendo pattern is

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Unstable angina is characterized by symptoms that occur at rest, last more than 10 minutes, are severe, new in onset, or have a crescendo pattern, indicating a change from stable patterns of angina.

Question 3

The most typical finding in COPD is persistent reduction in the

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The most typical finding in COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) is a persistent reduction in forced expiratory flow rates, which reflects obstruction of airflow out of the lungs. This is measured by spirometry, particularly noting a decrease in the FEV1/FVC ratio (Forced Expiratory Volume in the first second/Forced Vital Capacity).

Question 4

CREST syndrome does not include the following complaint

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CREST syndrome is characterized by Calcinosis, Raynaud's phenomenon, Esophageal dysmotility, Sclerodactyly, and Telangiectasia. Epileptic attacks are not a feature of CREST syndrome.

Question 5

Kussmaul respirations and a fruity odor on the diabetic patient's breath are classical signs of

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Kussmaul respirations (deep, rapid breathing) and a fruity odor on the breath (due to the presence of ketones) are classic signs of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), a serious complication of diabetes that occurs when the body produces high levels of blood acids called ketones.

Question 6

Atrial or ventricular arrythmias ( Paroxysmal tachycardia) after drinking alcohol binge in individuals without evidence of heart disease is called

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Holiday Heart Syndrome is a condition characterized by atrial or ventricular arrhythmias, most commonly atrial fibrillation, after episodes of heavy drinking in individuals without other underlying heart disease.

Question 7

The test to be done to confirm H pylori infection causing gastric ulcer is

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The biopsy urease test is used to confirm H. pylori infection, as H. pylori produces urease, which can be detected in gastric biopsy samples.

Question 8

The most common type of Hodgkin's disorder is

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Nodular sclerosing is the most common subtype of Hodgkin's lymphoma, characterized by the presence of large, cancerous cells known as Reed-Sternberg cells within nodules surrounded by bands of sclerotic tissue.

Question 9

Contraction of facial muscles by tapping over facial nerve in tetany is known as

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Chvostek's sign is a clinical sign of existing nerve hyperexcitability seen in tetany where tapping over the facial nerve elicits contraction of the facial muscles.

Question 10

After a person is infected with HBV , the first virological marker HBsAg is detectable within

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HBsAg (Hepatitis B surface antigen) is the first virological marker to appear in the blood after infection with HBV (Hepatitis B virus), typically detectable within 1 to 12 weeks.

Question 11

A decrease in total and unbound T3 levels with normal levels of T4 and TSH indicates

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Sick euthyroid syndrome, also known as non-thyroidal illness syndrome, is characterized by abnormal findings on thyroid function tests that occur in the setting of a non-thyroidal illness, without preexisting hypothalamic-pituitary and thyroid gland dysfunction. It often presents with low T3 levels, while T4 and TSH may remain within normal ranges, especially in the early stages.

Question 12

The broad violaceous cutaneous striae in Cushing's syndrome are due to weakening and rupture in the dermis of

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The broad violaceous cutaneous striae in Cushing's syndrome are due to the weakening and rupture of collagen fibers in the dermis, which leads to the characteristic stretch marks.

Question 13

Personality changes, confusion and depression are symptoms typically seen in the deficiency of

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Vitamin B6 deficiency can lead to neurological symptoms such as personality changes, confusion, and depression.

Question 14

The hallmark symptom of Ulcerative Colitis is

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Ulcerative Colitis is characterized by inflammation of the colon, leading to bloody diarrhea as a hallmark symptom.

Question 15

All the following are risk factors for Venous Thrombosis, EXCEPT

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Lowered Factor VIII is not a risk factor for venous thrombosis; in fact, elevated levels of Factor VIII are associated with an increased risk of thrombosis. Lower levels would theoretically reduce the risk.

Question 16

Stasis dermatitis is a type of eczema of the lower extremities secondary to

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Stasis dermatitis is primarily caused by chronic venous insufficiency, which leads to poor blood flow in the lower extremities, resulting in the skin condition.

Question 17

Gastric Cancer most commonly presents as

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The answer of Gastric Cancer most commonly presents as
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Question 18

The commonest cause of Bronchiectasis is

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The most common cause of bronchiectasis is infection, including bacterial, viral, and fungal infections that lead to chronic inflammation and damage to the airways.

Question 19

Tender pea-sized nodules on pads of finger and toe tips due to superficial vessel emboli in infective endocarditis are

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Osler's nodes are tender pea-sized nodules found on the pads of the finger and toe tips due to superficial vessel emboli in infective endocarditis.

Question 20

Oliguria refers to a 24 Hours urine output of

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Oliguria is defined as a urine output that is less than 500 ml per 24 hours. This condition can indicate various health issues, including dehydration, kidney failure, or urinary tract obstructions.

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