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  • Question 1 - Regarding ampicillin, which of the following statements is CORRECT: ...

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    • Regarding ampicillin, which of the following statements is CORRECT:

      Your Answer: Ampicillin may cause a widespread maculopapular rash in a patient with glandular fever.

      Explanation:

      Ampicillin is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, active against certain Gram-positive and Gram-negative organisms but is inactivated by penicillinases (similar to amoxicillin in spectrum). Ampicillin is associated with high levels of resistance, therefore it is often not appropriate for blind treatment of infection. It is principally indicated for the treatment of exacerbations of chronic bronchitis and middle ear infections, both of which may be due to Streptococcus pneumoniae and H. influenzae, and for urinary tract infections.

      Maculopapular rashes commonly occur with ampicillin (and amoxicillin) but are not usually related to true penicillin allergy. They almost always occur in patients with glandular fever; thus broad-spectrum penicillins should not be used for blind treatment of a sore throat. The risk of rash is also increased in patients with acute or chronic lymphocytic leukaemia or in cytomegalovirus infection.

    • This question is part of the following fields:

      • Infections
      • Pharmacology
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  • Question 2 - A 58-year-old patient presents with sputum production and worsening exertional breathlessness. A spirometry...

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    • A 58-year-old patient presents with sputum production and worsening exertional breathlessness. A spirometry is done and his results leads to a diagnosis of obstructive lung disease with mild airflow obstruction.

      What FEV1 value would correspond with mild airflow obstruction according to the NICE guidelines?

      Your Answer: FEV 1 >80%

      Explanation:

      Airflow obstruction according to the latest NICE guidelines, is defined as:

      Mild airflow obstruction = an FEV 1 of >80% in the presence of symptoms

      Moderate airflow obstruction = FEV 1 of 50-79%

      Severe airflow obstruction = FEV 1 of 30-49%

      Very severe airflow obstruction = FEV1<30%.

    • This question is part of the following fields:

      • Physiology
      • Respiratory Physiology
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  • Question 3 - Campylobacter jejuni is primarily spread via which of the following routes: ...

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    • Campylobacter jejuni is primarily spread via which of the following routes:

      Your Answer: Faecal-oral route

      Explanation:

      Campylobacter spp. are a common cause of acute infective gastroenteritis, particularly in children, with Campylobacter jejuni responsible for 90% of Campylobacter gastroenteritis. Infection typically follows ingestion of contaminated meat (most frequently undercooked poultry), unpasteurised milk or contaminated water, following which the microorganism invades and colonises the mucosa of the small intestine.

    • This question is part of the following fields:

      • Microbiology
      • Pathogens
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  • Question 4 - All of the following cause bronchodilation, EXCEPT for: ...

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    • All of the following cause bronchodilation, EXCEPT for:

      Your Answer: Stimulation of irritant receptors

      Explanation:

      Factors causing bronchodilation: Via beta2-adrenoceptors
      Sympathetic stimulation:
      Adrenaline (epinephrine)
      Beta2-adrenergic agonists e.g. salbutamol
      Anticholinergic and muscarinic antagonists e.g. ipratropium

    • This question is part of the following fields:

      • Physiology
      • Respiratory
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  • Question 5 - What is the effect of activated vitamin D on the renal handling of...

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    • What is the effect of activated vitamin D on the renal handling of calcium:

      Your Answer: Increases calcium reabsorption in the distal tubule

      Explanation:

      Activated vitamin D acts to:
      GUT:increase calcium and phosphate absorption in the small intestine (the main action)
      KIDNEYS:increase renal calcium reabsorption (in the distal tubule via activation of a basolateral Ca2+ATPase pump), increase renal phosphate reabsorption, inhibit 1-alpha-hydroxylase activity in the kidneys (negative feedback)
      PARATHYROID GLANDS:inhibit PTH secretion from the parathyroid glands

    • This question is part of the following fields:

      • Endocrine
      • Physiology
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  • Question 6 - The hypothalamus produces antidiuretic hormone (ADH), also known as vasopressin, which is a...

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    • The hypothalamus produces antidiuretic hormone (ADH), also known as vasopressin, which is a peptide hormone. It is important for maintaining water and electrolyte balance, as well helping control arterial pressure.

      To have an effect on blood arteries, ADH binds to which of the following receptors?

      Your Answer: V 2 receptor

      Correct Answer: V 1 receptor

      Explanation:

      ADH, or antidiuretic hormone, is a hormone that regulates water and electrolyte balance. It is released in response to a variety of events, the most important of which are higher plasma osmolality or lower blood pressure. ADH increases plasma volume and blood pressure via acting on the kidneys and peripheral vasculature.

      It causes vasoconstriction by binding to peripheral V1 Receptors on vascular smooth muscle via the IP3 signal transduction and Rho-kinase pathways. The systemic vascular resistance and arterial pressure rise as a result. High levels of ADH appear to be required for this to have a major impact on arterial pressure, such as in hypovolaemic shock.

    • This question is part of the following fields:

      • Physiology
      • Renal Physiology
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  • Question 7 - A 29-year-old woman with a skin infection not responding to first-line antibiotics return...

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    • A 29-year-old woman with a skin infection not responding to first-line antibiotics return for a review clinic appointment. The result of her culture shows growth of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA).

      Which among the following antibiotics is methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus usually sensitive to?

      Your Answer: Flucloxacillin

      Correct Answer: Linezolid

      Explanation:

      Historically, MRSA has been treated successfully with outpatient oral sulphonamides, clindamycin, rifampin, doxycycline, or a combination of these agents. With the development of increasing drug resistance of MRSA to these traditional antimicrobials, there has been a search for more effective antibiotics. One recent study demonstrated that vancomycin, linezolid, and quinupristin-dalfopristin were the most effective antibiotics against multiple strains of MRSA.

    • This question is part of the following fields:

      • Microbiology
      • Specific Pathogen Groups
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  • Question 8 - A young male has presented to you with respiratory depression and small pupils...

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    • A young male has presented to you with respiratory depression and small pupils on examination. You diagnose opioid overdose and immediately start therapy with Naloxone.

      Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding naloxone?

      Your Answer: It can be given by a continuous infusion if repeated doses are required

      Explanation:

      Naloxone is a short-acting, specific antagonist of mu(μ)-opioid receptors. It is used to reverse the effects of opioid toxicity.

      It can be given by a continuous infusion if repeated doses are required and the infusion rate is adjusted according to the vital signs. Initially, the infusion rate can be set at 60% of the initial resuscitative IV dose per hour.

      Naloxone has a shorter duration of action (6-24 hours) than most opioids and so close monitoring according to the respiratory rate and depth of coma and repeated injections are necessary. When repeated doses are needed in opioid addicts, naloxone administration may precipitate a withdrawal syndrome with abdominal cramps, nausea and diarrhoea, but these usually settle within 2 hours.

      An initial dose of 0.4 to 2 mg can be given intravenously and can be repeated at 2 to 3-minute intervals to a maximum of 10mg.

      If the intravenous route is inaccessible, naloxone can be administered via an IO line, subcutaneously (SQ), IM, or via the intranasal (IN) route.

    • This question is part of the following fields:

      • CNS Pharmacology
      • Pharmacology
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  • Question 9 - A 70-year-old woman presents with right-sided loss of pain and temperature sense on...

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    • A 70-year-old woman presents with right-sided loss of pain and temperature sense on the body as well as left-sided loss of pain and temperature sense on the face. She also has complaints of vertigo, nausea, and tinnitus. Further examination of her cranial nerves suggest the presence of Horner's Syndrome. An MRI and CT scan was ordered and results showed that she is suffering from a left-sided stroke.

      Branches of which of the following arteries are most likely implicated in the case?

      Your Answer: Posterior inferior cerebellar artery

      Explanation:

      Wallenberg syndrome is also known as lateral medullary syndrome and posterior inferior cerebellar artery syndrome. It is the most common posterior circulation ischemic stroke syndrome. The primary pathology of Wallenberg syndrome is occlusion of the posterior inferior cerebellar artery (PICA) or one of its branches.

      It is characterized by vertigo with nystagmus, nausea and vomiting, and sometimes hiccups, dysphonia, dysarthria, and dysphagia often present with ipsilateral loss of gag reflex, ipsilateral ataxia with a tendency to fall to the ipsilateral side, pain and numbness with impaired facial sensation on the face, impaired taste sensation, and impaired pain and temperature sensation in the arms and legs.

    • This question is part of the following fields:

      • Anatomy
      • Central Nervous System
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  • Question 10 - Fibrinoid necrosis is typically seen in which of the following: ...

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    • Fibrinoid necrosis is typically seen in which of the following:

      Your Answer: Malignant hypertension

      Explanation:

      Fibrinoid necrosis occurs in malignant hypertension where increased arterial pressure results in necrosis of smooth muscle wall. Eosinophilic and fibrinous deposits are seen.

    • This question is part of the following fields:

      • Inflammatory Responses
      • Pathology
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  • Question 11 - Which of the following is an ECG change typically associated with hyperkalaemia: ...

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    • Which of the following is an ECG change typically associated with hyperkalaemia:

      Your Answer: Wide QRS complex

      Explanation:

      Hyperkalaemia causes a rapid reduction in resting membrane potential leading to increased cardiac depolarisation and muscle excitability. This in turn results in ECG changes which can rapidly progress to ventricular fibrillation or asystole. Very distinctive ECG changes that progressively change as the K+level increases:
      K+>5.5 mmol/l – peaked T waves (usually earliest sign of hyperkalaemia), repolarisation abnormalities
      K+>6.5 mmol/l – P waves widen and flatten, PR segment lengthens, P waves eventually disappear
      K+>7.0 mmol/l – Prolonged QRS interval and bizarre QRS morphology, conduction blocks (bundle branch blocks, fascicular blocks), sinus bradycardia or slow AF, development of a sine wave appearance (a pre-terminal rhythm)
      K+>9.0 mmol/l – Cardiac arrest due to asystole, VF or PEA with a bizarre, wide complex rhythm.

    • This question is part of the following fields:

      • Physiology
      • Renal
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  • Question 12 - Gastric emptying is increased by all of the following EXCEPT for: ...

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    • Gastric emptying is increased by all of the following EXCEPT for:

      Your Answer:

      Correct Answer: Secretin

      Explanation:

      Gastric emptying is increased by:
      Distension of the pyloric antrum
      A fall in the pH of chyme in the stomach
      Parasympathetic stimulation (via vagus)
      Gastrin
      The hormones secretin, cholecystokinin and gastric inhibitory polypeptide (GIP) inhibit gastric emptying.

    • This question is part of the following fields:

      • Gastrointestinal
      • Physiology
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  • Question 13 - A patient presents with a cough, productive of green sputum and fever. He...

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    • A patient presents with a cough, productive of green sputum and fever. He was commenced on antibiotics 4 days earlier, but his condition has worsened. There is a documented history of penicillin allergy, and the GP prescribed erythromycin.

      Erythromycin exert its pharmacological effect by binding to?

      Your Answer:

      Correct Answer: The 50S subunit of the bacterial ribosome

      Explanation:

      Macrolides are bacteriostatic antibiotics. They act by binding to the 50S subunit of the bacterial ribosome and inhibit translocation, therefore, inhibiting protein synthesis.

    • This question is part of the following fields:

      • Infections
      • Pharmacology
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  • Question 14 - A 24-year-old male presents to the Emergency Department with a three-day history of...

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    • A 24-year-old male presents to the Emergency Department with a three-day history of high-grade fever, headache and rash along with neck stiffness. On examination, Kernig's sign is positive, and you note a petechial rash over the trunk and limbs. Her vital signs show tachycardia and hypotension. Based on these findings, you diagnose sepsis secondary to meningitis.

      Which one of the following definitions of sepsis is currently accepted?

      Your Answer:

      Correct Answer: Life-threatening organ dysfunction caused by a dysregulated host response to infection

      Explanation:

      In 2016 the SOFA guideline was introduced, also called the Sepsis-related Organ Failure Assessment, to make a sepsis diagnosis easier and prevent mortality.

      According to this guideline, sepsis was defined as a life-threatening organ dysfunction due to a dysregulated host response to infection.

      Septic shock was defined as a subset of sepsis in which the circulatory and metabolic abnormalities would lead to a greater risk of mortality than sepsis alone. Patients with septic shock would be clinically identified by a need for vasopressors to maintain MAP greater than 65 mmHg and serum lactate greater than two mmol/L.

    • This question is part of the following fields:

      • Pathology
      • Pathology Of Infections
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  • Question 15 - A 15-year-old boy was brought to the emergency room with complaints of a...

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    • A 15-year-old boy was brought to the emergency room with complaints of a headache, stiffness of the neck, and photophobia. Upon observation, the following were noted: HR 124, BP 86/43, RR 30, SaO 95%, temperature 39.5 deg C. A recently developed non-blanching rash on his legs was also observed.

      What is most likely the causative agent of the case presented above?

      Your Answer:

      Correct Answer: Neisseria meningitidis group B

      Explanation:

      The meningococcus is solely a human pathogen, and up to 50% of the population may carry meningococci in the nasopharynx. Factors that lead to invasion and production of disease include complex inter-relationships of genetic predisposition, host status, environmental conditions, and virulence of the organism.

      Meningococcal disease is the most common infectious cause of death in childhood in developed countries. It presents as septicaemia, meningitis, or a combination. Septicaemia is the more dangerous presentation, especially with septic shock; meningitis is more likely to lead to neurodevelopmental sequelae. Classic features of septicaemia are a non-blanching rash in a feverish, ill child.

    • This question is part of the following fields:

      • Microbiology
      • Specific Pathogen Groups
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  • Question 16 - Regarding a case-control study, which of the following statements is INCORRECT: ...

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    • Regarding a case-control study, which of the following statements is INCORRECT:

      Your Answer:

      Correct Answer: The usual outcome measure is the relative risk.

      Explanation:

      A case-control study is a longitudinal, retrospective, observational study which investigates the relationship between a risk factor and one or more outcomes. This is done by selecting patients who already have a specific disease (cases), matching them to patients who do not (controls) and then collecting data from the patients to compare past exposure to a possible risk factor. The usual outcome measure is the odds ratio.

    • This question is part of the following fields:

      • Evidence Based Medicine
      • Study Methodology
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  • Question 17 - You've been summoned to a young man in the resus area who is...

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    • You've been summoned to a young man in the resus area who is experiencing an SVT. You decide to use adenosine after trying several vagal manoeuvres without success.

      Which of the following is the correct adenosine mechanism of action?

      Your Answer:

      Correct Answer: Opens K + channels in the heart

      Explanation:

      The purine nucleoside adenosine is used to diagnose and treat paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia. Adenosine works by stimulating A1-adenosine receptors and opening potassium channels that are sensitive to acetylcholine. This causes the atrioventricular (AV) node’s cell membrane to become hyperpolarized, slowing conduction by inhibiting calcium channels.
      Patients who have had a heart transplant are extremely sensitive to the effects of adenosine and should start with a lower dose of 3 mg, then 6 mg, and finally 12 mg.

      Dipyridamole potentiates the effects of adenosine, so it should be used with caution in patients who are taking it.

      The use of adenosine is contraindicated in the following situations:
      Asthma
      COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease)
      Decompensated heart failure 
      Long QT syndrome
      AV block in the second or third degree
      Sinusitis is a condition in which the sinuses become (unless pacemaker fitted)
      Hypotension that is severe

    • This question is part of the following fields:

      • Cardiovascular Pharmacology
      • Pharmacology
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  • Question 18 - An analytical cohort study aimed to determine a relationship between intake of dietary...

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    • An analytical cohort study aimed to determine a relationship between intake of dietary calcium and incidence of hip fractures among post-menopausal women. The following are the data obtained from the study:

      No. of post-menopausal women who took Calcium: 500
      No. of post-menopausal women who took Calcium and suffered a hip fracture: 10

      No. of post-menopausal women who took placebo: 500
      No. of post-menopausal women who took placebo and suffered a hip fracture: 25

      Compute for the risk ratio of a hip fracture.

      Your Answer:

      Correct Answer: 0.4

      Explanation:

      Relative risk (RR) is a ratio of the probability of an event occurring in the exposed group versus the probability of the event occurring in the non-exposed group.

      RR can be computed as the absolute risk of events in the treatment group (ART), divided by the absolute risk of events in the control group (ARC).

      RR = ART/ARC
      RR = (10/500) / (25/500)
      RR = 0.4

      Recall that:

      If RR < 1, then the intervention reduces the risk of the outcome.
      If RR = 1, then the treatment has no effect on the outcome.
      If RR > 1, then the intervention increases the risk of the outcome.

    • This question is part of the following fields:

      • Evidence Based Medicine
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  • Question 19 - Liquefactive necrosis is most commonly seen in which of the following conditions: ...

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    • Liquefactive necrosis is most commonly seen in which of the following conditions:

      Your Answer:

      Correct Answer: Ischaemic stroke

      Explanation:

      Liquefactive necrosis results in the loss of all cellular structure and the formation of a soft, semi-solid mass. This is commonly seen in the brain after a cerebral infarction.

    • This question is part of the following fields:

      • Inflammatory Responses
      • Pathology
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  • Question 20 - In which of the following cases is intravenous phenytoin contraindicated? ...

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    • In which of the following cases is intravenous phenytoin contraindicated?

      Your Answer:

      Correct Answer: Second degree heart block

      Explanation:

      Phenytoin Contraindications include:

      Hypersensitivity
      Sinus bradycardia
      Sinoatrial block
      Second and third degree A-V block
      Adams-Stokes syndrome
      Concurrent use with delavirdine
      History of prior acute hepatotoxicity attributable to phenytoin

    • This question is part of the following fields:

      • Central Nervous System
      • Pharmacology
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  • Question 21 - A 43 year old lady suffering with idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura has a splenectomy....

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    • A 43 year old lady suffering with idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura has a splenectomy. She is advised to get the Pneumococcal vaccine booster every 5 - 10 years as Streptococcus pneumoniae has which of the following properties that make her prone to infection to this organism?

      Your Answer:

      Correct Answer: It is encapsulated

      Explanation:

      There is a lifelong susceptibility to increased risk of infection from a variety of organisms in patients with hyposplenism, especially in children under 5 years and those with sickle cell anaemia. Patients are most susceptible is to the encapsulated bacteria Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae type B and Neisseria meningitidis. Streptococcus pneumoniae is particular concerning as it can cause rapid and fulminant disease, which can be fatal. Malaria and animal bites that become infected also tend to be more severe.

    • This question is part of the following fields:

      • Immune Responses
      • Pathology
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  • Question 22 - A patient suffers a lower limb fracture that causes damage to the nerve...

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    • A patient suffers a lower limb fracture that causes damage to the nerve that innervates peroneus longus.
      Peroneus longus receives its innervation from which of the following nerves? Select ONE answer only.

      Your Answer:

      Correct Answer: Superficial peroneal nerve

      Explanation:

      Peroneus brevis is innervated by the superficial peroneal nerve.
      Peroneus longus is innervated by the superficial peroneal nerve.
      Peroneus tertius is innervated by the deep peroneal nerve.

    • This question is part of the following fields:

      • Anatomy
      • Lower Limb
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  • Question 23 - Which of the following statements accurately describes the flexor digitorum superficialis muscle? ...

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    • Which of the following statements accurately describes the flexor digitorum superficialis muscle?

      Your Answer:

      Correct Answer: It flexes the middle phalanges of the medial four fingers at the proximal interphalangeal joints

      Explanation:

      Flexor digitorum superficialis is the largest muscle of the anterior compartment of the forearm. It belongs to the superficial flexors of the forearm, together with pronator teres, flexor carpi radialis, flexor carpi ulnaris and palmaris longus. Some sources alternatively classify this muscle as an independent middle/intermediate layer of the anterior forearm, found between the superficial and deep groups.

      Flexor digitorum superficialis is innervated by muscular branches of the median nerve, derived from roots C8 and T1 that arises from the medial and lateral cords of the brachial plexus. The skin that overlies the muscle is supplied by roots C6-8 and T1.

      The primary arterial blood supply to the flexor digitorum superficialis is derived from the ulnar artery and its anterior recurrent branch. In addition to branches of the ulnar artery, the anterior and lateral surfaces of the muscle are supplied by branches of the radial artery; and its posterior surface also receives branches from the median artery.

      The main function of flexor digitorum superficialis is flexion of the digits 2-5 at the proximal interphalangeal and metacarpophalangeal joints. Unlike the flexor digitorum profundus, flexor digitorum superficialis has independent muscle slips for all four digits. This allows it to flex the digits individually at their proximal interphalangeal joints. In addition, flexor digitorum superficialis aids the aids flexion of the wrist.

    • This question is part of the following fields:

      • Anatomy
      • Upper Limb
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  • Question 24 - Which of the following is NOT a typical clinical feature of hypoglycaemia: ...

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    • Which of the following is NOT a typical clinical feature of hypoglycaemia:

      Your Answer:

      Correct Answer: Polyuria

      Explanation:

      Clinical features of hypoglycaemia:
      Autonomic  symptoms: Sweating, feeling hot, anxiety/agitation, palpitations, shaking, paraesthesia, dizziness
      Neuroglycopaenic symptoms: Weakness, blurred vision, difficulty speaking, poor concentration, poor coordination, drowsiness, confusion, seizures, coma
      Other symptoms: Nausea, fatigue, hunger

    • This question is part of the following fields:

      • Endocrine
      • Physiology
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  • Question 25 - About case-control studies, one of the following is true. ...

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    • About case-control studies, one of the following is true.

      Your Answer:

      Correct Answer: They are suitable to be used in the study of rare diseases

      Explanation:

      Case-control studies are suitable when investigating a rare disease or in cases where little is known about the disease and the proposed aetiological factor, as a preliminary study. They have the ability to look at multiple risk-factors (exposures) but can only look at a single outcome.

      In a case-control study, two groups of patients, one with the disease and one without, are compared on the basis of a proposed causative factor that occurred in the past. They are therefore a retrospective study and useful in hypothesis generation.

      Cohort studies are better at identifying rare exposures. One group with an exposure is compared to a control group without that exposure.

      Case-control studies are usually less expensive to run and also shorter in duration compared with prospective cohort studies.

    • This question is part of the following fields:

      • Evidence Based Medicine
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  • Question 26 - Regarding the varicella zoster virus, which of the following statements is CORRECT: ...

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    • Regarding the varicella zoster virus, which of the following statements is CORRECT:

      Your Answer:

      Correct Answer: Contracting chickenpox infection while pregnant is associated with a higher risk of developing varicella pneumonitis.

      Explanation:

      Chickenpox infection in neonates, adults/adolescents and pregnant women is associated with more severe disease. Varicella zoster pneumonitis typically occurs in pregnant women or immunocompromised individuals and is associated with a high mortality. A live attenuated-virus vaccine is available and recommended for non-immune healthcare workers but is not part of the routine childhood immunisation schedule. Antiviral treatment is not typically recommended in childhood chickenpox but is indicated for shingles.

    • This question is part of the following fields:

      • Microbiology
      • Pathogens
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  • Question 27 - Tiredness, night sweats, and easy bruising are symptoms of a 58-year-old woman. Splenomegaly...

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    • Tiredness, night sweats, and easy bruising are symptoms of a 58-year-old woman. Splenomegaly is observed during the examination.

      Which of the following diagnoses is the SINGLE MOST LIKELY?

      Your Answer:

      Correct Answer: Chronic myeloid leukaemia (CML)

      Explanation:

      CML is a myeloproliferative disorder characterised by an abnormal pluripotent haemopoietic stem cell. A cytogenetic abnormality known as the Philadelphia chromosome, which results from a reciprocal translocation between the long arms of chromosomes 9 and 22, causes more than 80% of cases of CML.

      CML is a disease that develops slowly over several years. This is known as the ‘chronic stage.’ This stage is usually asymptomatic, and 90 percent of patients are diagnosed at this point, with the disease being discovered frequently as a result of a routine blood test. During this stage, the bone marrow contains less than 10% immature white cells (blasts).

      When CML cells expand, symptoms typically begin to appear. The ‘accelerated stage’ is what it’s called. Approximately 10% of people are diagnosed at this point. During this stage, between 10% and 30% of blood cells in the bone marrow are blasts. During this stage, common clinical features include:
      Fatigue and exhaustion
      Night sweats and fever
      Distension of the abdomen
      Pain in the left upper quadrant (splenic infarction)
      Splenomegaly (commonest examination finding)
      Hepatomegaly
      Bruising is simple.
      Gout is a type of arthritis that affects (rapid cell turnover)
      Hyperviscosity is a condition in which the viscosity of (CVA, priapism)
      A small percentage of patients experience a ‘blast crisis’ (blast stage). More than 30% of the blood cells in the bone marrow are immature blast cells at this stage. Patients with severe constitutional symptoms (fever, weight loss, bone pain), infections, and bleeding diathesis typically present at this stage.

      In CML, laboratory findings include:
      White cell count is abnormally high (often greater than 100 x 109/l).
      Increased number of immature leukocytes causes a left shift.
      Anaemia that is mild to moderately normochromic and normocytic.
      Platelets can be low, normal, or elevated, and the Philadelphia chromosome can be found in > 80% of patients.
      Serum uric acid and ALP levels are frequently elevated.
      Tyrosine kinase inhibitors (TKIs), such as imatinib and dasatinib, are the current mainstay of CML treatment.
      Allogenic bone marrow transplantation is now only used in cases where TKIs have failed to work.

    • This question is part of the following fields:

      • Haematology
      • Pathology
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  • Question 28 - A 5 day old, full term neonate is with a unilateral purulent...

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    • A 5 day old, full term neonate is with a unilateral purulent eye discharge noticed earlier that day is brought in. On gram stain of the exudate, no bacteria are seen.

      What is the most likely causative pathogen?

      Your Answer:

      Correct Answer: Chlamydia trachomatis

      Explanation:

      Conjunctivitis occurring in the first 28 days of life (Ophthalmia neonatorum) is most commonly caused by Chlamydia trachomatis in the UK.

    • This question is part of the following fields:

      • Microbiology
      • Pathogens
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  • Question 29 - Which of the following statements is incorrect regarding the electron transfer system? ...

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    • Which of the following statements is incorrect regarding the electron transfer system?

      Your Answer:

      Correct Answer: The electron transfer system occurs in anaerobic respiration.

      Explanation:

      The electron transfer system is responsible for most of the energy produced during respiration. The is a system of hydrogen carriers located in the inner mitochondrial membrane. Hydrogen is transferred to the electron transfer system via the NADH2molecules produced during glycolysis and the Krebs cycle. As a result, a H+ion gradient is generated across the inner membrane which drives ATP synthase. The final hydrogen acceptor is oxygen and the H+ions and O2 combine to form water.

    • This question is part of the following fields:

      • Basic Cellular
      • Physiology
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  • Question 30 - In the extrinsic pathway of the coagulation cascade, the tenase complex is: ...

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    • In the extrinsic pathway of the coagulation cascade, the tenase complex is:

      Your Answer:

      Correct Answer: Factor VIIa-tissue factor complex

      Explanation:

      The extrinsic pathway for initiating the formation of prothrombin activator begins with a traumatized vascular wall or traumatized extravascular tissues that come in contact with the blood. Exposed and activated by vascular injury, with plasma factor VII. The extrinsic tenase complex, factor VIIa-tissue factor complex, activates factor X to factor Xa.

    • This question is part of the following fields:

      • Basic Cellular
      • Physiology
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SESSION STATS - PERFORMANCE PER SPECIALTY

Infections (1/1) 100%
Pharmacology (2/2) 100%
Physiology (4/5) 80%
Respiratory Physiology (1/1) 100%
Microbiology (1/2) 50%
Pathogens (1/1) 100%
Respiratory (1/1) 100%
Endocrine (1/1) 100%
Renal Physiology (0/1) 0%
Specific Pathogen Groups (0/1) 0%
CNS Pharmacology (1/1) 100%
Anatomy (1/1) 100%
Central Nervous System (1/1) 100%
Inflammatory Responses (1/1) 100%
Pathology (1/1) 100%
Renal (1/1) 100%
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