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

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

      Your Answer: It most commonly affects children aged 3 - 4 years.

      Correct Answer: Chest x-ray may show hyperinflation and increased peribronchial markings.

      Explanation:

      Acute bronchiolitis is caused most commonly by respiratory syncytial virus, occurring mostly in children aged 6 months to 2 years. Children with bronchiolitis are febrile and tachypnoeic with a dry cough and difficulty feeding. Examination may reveal chest hyperinflation, respiratory distress, wheezing and fine end-inspiratory crepitations. Chest x-ray may show hyperinflation and increased peribronchial markings (although CXR should only performed if there is diagnostic uncertainty or an atypical course). Treatment is usually supportive, aerosolized ribavirin is reserved for severely ill or immunocompromised patients.

    • This question is part of the following fields:

      • Microbiology
      • Pathogens
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  • Question 2 - Which statement about cross-sectional studies is true? ...

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    • Which statement about cross-sectional studies is true?

      Your Answer: They can only study a single outcome

      Correct Answer: They can be used to assess the prevalence of a condition

      Explanation:

      Cross-sectional studies can be used to assess the prevalence of a condition.

      Cross-sectional studies CANNOT be used to differentiate between cause and effect or establish the sequence of events.

      They can be used to study multiple outcomes but are NOT suitable for studying rare diseases.

    • This question is part of the following fields:

      • Evidence Based Medicine
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  • Question 3 - Which of the following antibiotics may be used for malaria prophylaxis: ...

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    • Which of the following antibiotics may be used for malaria prophylaxis:

      Your Answer: Doxycycline

      Explanation:

      Doxycycline may be used for malaria prophylaxis and as an adjunct to quinine in the treatment of Plasmodium falciparum malaria.

    • This question is part of the following fields:

      • Infections
      • Pharmacology
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  • Question 4 - Platelet alpha granules release which of the following? ...

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    • Platelet alpha granules release which of the following?

      Your Answer: Thromboxane A2

      Correct Answer: Von Willebrand factor (VWF)

      Explanation:

      There are three types of storage granules contained in platelets. These are dense granules which contain the following:
      -ATP
      -ADP
      -serotonin and calcium alpha granules containing clotting factors
      -von Willebrand factor (VWF)
      -platelet-derived growth factor (PDGF)
      – other proteins lysosomes containing hydrolytic enzymes.

    • This question is part of the following fields:

      • Basic Cellular
      • Physiology
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  • Question 5 - A 42-year-old man presented to the emergency room with complains of a dry...

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    • A 42-year-old man presented to the emergency room with complains of a dry cough and fever that has been going on for the past few days. Upon history taking and observation, it was established that he works as a Jacuzzi and whirlpool installer and smokes 15 cigarettes per day. The presence of a non-productive cough, several episodes of diarrhoea, developed bilateral pleuritic chest pain, and shortness of breath most notably on exertion were also noted.

      Which of the following is most likely the causative agent of the case presented above?

      Your Answer: Mycoplasma pneumoniae

      Correct Answer: Legionella pneumophila

      Explanation:

      Legionella species are ubiquitous, Gram-negative bacilli acquired primarily through inhalation. Infections caused by Legionella spp. produce a spectrum of symptoms ranging from mild upper respiratory tract infections to pneumonia. Legionella spp. are responsible for 2% to 15% of community-acquired pneumonia.

      Clinical manifestations of Legionella infections include febrile disease with pneumonia (legionnaires’ disease), febrile disease without pulmonary involvement (Pontiac fever), and asymptomatic infection.
      The mode of transmission and the number of infecting organisms in the inoculum play a role in the clinical features of the infection. In addition, host factors, such as a suppressed immune system, chronic lung disease, alcoholism, and heavy smoking, predispose individuals to legionnaires’ disease.

      Legionella spp. can tolerate chlorine concentrations of 3 mg/L, they resist water treatment and subsequently gain entry into and colonize human-made water supplies and distribution systems. Hot water systems, cooling towers, and evaporative condensers are major reservoirs. Other sources include cold water systems, ornamental fountains, whirlpool spas, humidifiers, respiratory
      therapy equipment, and industrial process waters.

    • This question is part of the following fields:

      • Microbiology
      • Specific Pathogen Groups
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  • Question 6 - A 53-year-old male has presented to your clinic with the complaint of a...

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    • A 53-year-old male has presented to your clinic with the complaint of a rash on his right forearm. On examination, you discover small reddish-purple spots on the skin measuring less than 2-3 mm. They do not blanch on applying pressure.

      Which one of the following best fits the description given above?

      Your Answer: Ecchymoses

      Correct Answer: Petechiae

      Explanation:

      Petechiae are small red or purple spots on the skin measuring less than 3 mm, caused by minor haemorrhages which do not blanch on applying pressure.
      Purpura measures between 3mm and 1 cm in diameter, while ecchymoses are greater than 1 cm in diameter. Both are caused due to haemorrhage.

      Erythema is the generalised redness of the skin.

      A macule is a flat, discoloured area of the skin measuring less than 1 cm in diameter.

    • This question is part of the following fields:

      • General Pathology
      • Pathology
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  • Question 7 - Regarding inflammatory bowel disease, acute mild to moderate disease of the rectum or...

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    • Regarding inflammatory bowel disease, acute mild to moderate disease of the rectum or rectosigmoid should be treated initially with:

      Your Answer: Local aminosalicylate

      Explanation:

      Acute mild to moderate disease affecting the rectum (proctitis) or the rectosigmoid is treated initially with local application of an aminosalicylate; alternatively, a local corticosteroid can be used but it is less effective. A combination of a local aminosalicylate and a local corticosteroid can be used for proctitis that does not respond to a local aminosalicylate alone.

    • This question is part of the following fields:

      • Gastrointestinal
      • Pharmacology
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  • Question 8 - Antispasmodic drugs are primarily indicated in which of the following conditions: ...

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    • Antispasmodic drugs are primarily indicated in which of the following conditions:

      Your Answer: Irritable bowel syndrome

      Explanation:

      Antispasmodics, such as antimuscarinics, may be used in the management of irritable bowel syndrome. Other antispasmodics used include direct-acting smooth muscle relaxants such as mebeverine, alverine, and peppermint oil. Antispasmodics are contraindicated in bowel obstruction and severe inflammatory bowel disease. Antispasmodics are occasionally of value in treating abdominal cramp associated with diarrhoea but they should not be used for primary treatment. Antispasmodics should be avoided in young children with gastroenteritis because they are rarely effective and have troublesome side effects. Antimuscarinics are contraindicated in urinary retention.

    • This question is part of the following fields:

      • Gastrointestinal
      • Pharmacology
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  • Question 9 - Which of the following statements is correct regarding gentamicin? ...

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    • Which of the following statements is correct regarding gentamicin?

      Your Answer: Gentamicin is ineffective against anaerobic bacteria.

      Explanation:

      Gentamicin is the aminoglycoside of choice and is a parenterally administered, broad spectrum antibiotic typically used for moderate to severe gram negative infections. However, it is inactive against anaerobes. There is poor activity against haemolytic streptococci and pneumococci. It is usually given in conjunction with a penicillin or metronidazole (or both) when used for the blind treatment of undiagnosed serious infections. Nephrotoxicity and ototoxicity are the main toxic effects due to damage to the vestibulocochlear nerve (CN VIII).

      It is contraindicated in myasthenia gravis and should be used with great care in renal disease as it may result in accumulation and a higher risk of toxic side effects.

    • This question is part of the following fields:

      • Infections
      • Pharmacology
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  • Question 10 - A patient allergic to penicillin and with marked cellulitis presents and you...

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    • A patient allergic to penicillin and with marked cellulitis presents and you decide to start him on erythromycin.

      Which statement about macrolide antibiotics is true?

      Your Answer: They are actively concentrated within leukocytes

      Explanation:

      Macrolide antibiotics are bacteriostatic.

      They act by binding to the 50S subunit of the bacterial ribosome inhibit protein synthesis.

      Macrolide antibiotics are actively concentrated within leukocytes, because of this, they are transported into the site of infection.

      Macrolide antibiotics are not effective in meningitis as they do not penetrate the central nervous system well.

      They are mainly against Gram-positive organisms and can be used as an alternative in patients with penicillin allergy.

    • This question is part of the following fields:

      • Infections
      • Pharmacology
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  • Question 11 - A 45-year-old man, a known case of epilepsy, visits his neurologist with complaints...

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    • A 45-year-old man, a known case of epilepsy, visits his neurologist with complaints of red, swollen gums.

      Which of the following medications is most likely responsible for his symptoms?

      Your Answer: Phenytoin

      Explanation:

      Phenytoin is a commonly used antiepileptic drug. A well-recognized side-effect of phenytoin is gingival enlargement and occurs in about 50% of patients receiving phenytoin. It is believed that reduced folate levels may cause this, and evidence suggests that folic acid supplementation may help prevent this in patients starting phenytoin.

      As evidence suggests, drug-induced gingival enlargement may also improve by substituting with other anticonvulsant drugs and reinforcing a good oral hygiene regimen. Surgical excision of hyperplastic gingiva is often necessary to correct the aesthetic and functional impairment associated with this condition to manage it successfully.

      Phenytoin is also the only anticonvulsant therapy associated with the development of Dupuytren’s contracture.
      Other side effects are:
      1. Ataxia
      2. Drug-induced lupus
      3. Hirsutism
      4. Pruritic rash
      5. Megaloblastic anaemia
      6. Nystagmus

    • This question is part of the following fields:

      • CNS Pharmacology
      • Pharmacology
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  • Question 12 - You see a 63-year-old man with a history of melaena and epigastric discomfort....

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    • You see a 63-year-old man with a history of melaena and epigastric discomfort. For a few months, he's been taking aspirin.

      Which of the following statements about aspirin's mechanism of action is correct?

      Your Answer: It inhibits both COX-1 and COX-2 at medium to high doses (500-5000 mg per day)

      Explanation:

      Aspirin inhibits cyclo-oxygenase irreversibly by covalently acetylating the cyclo-oxygenase active site in both COX-1 and COX-2. The production of prostaglandin and thromboxane is reduced as a result. As a result, platelet activation and aggregation are reduced. A single dose of aspirin has a half-life of 7-10 days, which is the time it takes for the bone marrow to produce new platelets.

      Aspirin only inhibits COX-1, the enzyme that produces thromboxane A2, at low doses (75 mg per day), and thus has a primarily anti-thrombotic effect.

      Aspirin inhibits both COX-1 and COX-2 at medium to high doses (500-5000 mg per day). COX-2 is involved in the production of prostaglandins, so it has an anti-inflammatory effect at these concentrations.

      Aspirin, when used as an antipyretic for a viral illness in children, can cause Reye’s syndrome. Reye’s syndrome is a potentially fatal liver disease that causes encephalopathy and liver failure.

      The inability of aspirin to reduce platelet production of thromboxane A2, and thus platelet activation and aggregation, is known as aspirin resistance. Although the exact frequency and mechanism of aspirin resistance are unknown, it is thought to affect about 1% of users. Women are more likely than men to experience this phenomenon.

      According to new research, taking aspirin on a regular basis lowers the risk of colorectal cancer. It may also protect against cancers of the breast, bladder, prostate, and lungs.

    • This question is part of the following fields:

      • CNS Pharmacology
      • Pharmacology
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  • Question 13 - Which of the following states that the total pressure exerted by a mixture...

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    • Which of the following states that the total pressure exerted by a mixture of gases is equal to the sum of the partial pressures of each of the gases in the mixture:

      Your Answer: Dalton's law

      Explanation:

      Dalton’s law states that when two or more gases, which do not react chemically, are present in the same container, the total pressure is the sum of the partial pressures of each gas.

    • This question is part of the following fields:

      • Physiology
      • Respiratory
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  • Question 14 - A 26 year old male presents to emergency room with a 2 day...

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    • A 26 year old male presents to emergency room with a 2 day history of burning pain when passing urine, accompanied by a green urethral discharge. Gonorrhoea is suspected. The first line antibiotic for this condition is which of the following?

      Your Answer: Doxycycline

      Correct Answer: Ceftriaxone

      Explanation:

      When there is a high suspicion of gonorrhoea from clinical features, empiric treatment should be commenced whilst waiting for laboratory confirmation.
      The first line treatment for uncomplicated anogenital and pharyngeal disease includes ceftriaxone 500 mg IM (single dose) + azithromycin 1 g orally as a single dose. This covers concomitant chlamydia infection. For all people who have been treated for gonorrhoea, a test of cure is recommended

    • This question is part of the following fields:

      • Microbiology
      • Pathogens
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  • Question 15 - Which of the following is NOT a typical cerebellar sign: ...

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    • Which of the following is NOT a typical cerebellar sign:

      Your Answer: Resting tremor

      Explanation:

      An intention tremor is characteristic of cerebellar dysfunction. Resting tremor may be seen in Parkinsonism.

    • This question is part of the following fields:

      • Anatomy
      • Central Nervous System
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  • Question 16 - Molecules with a molecular weight of less than which of the following are...

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    • Molecules with a molecular weight of less than which of the following are filtered freely at the glomerular filtration barrier:

      Your Answer: 6000 Da

      Correct Answer: 7000 Da

      Explanation:

      Molecular weight is the main factor in determining whether a substance is filtered or not – molecules < 7 kDa in molecular weight are filtered freely e.g. glucose, amino acids, urea, ions but larger molecules are increasingly restricted up to 70 kDa, above which filtration is insignificant. Negatively charged molecules are further restricted, as they are repelled by negative charges, particularly in the basement membrane. Albumin has a molecular weight of 69 kDa and is negatively charged, thus only very small amounts are filtered (and all of the filtered albumin is reabsorbed in the proximal tubule), whereas small molecules such as ions, glucose, amino acids and urea pass the filter without hindrance. This means that ultrafiltrate is virtually protein free, but otherwise has an identical composition of that of plasma. The epithelial lining of the Bowman's capsule consists of a single layer of cells called podocytes. The glomerular capillary endothelium is perforated by pores (fenestrations) which allow plasma components with a molecular weight of < 70 kDa to pass freely.

    • This question is part of the following fields:

      • Physiology
      • Renal
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  • Question 17 - The triage nurse asks if you will prescribe a dose of codeine phosphate...

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    • The triage nurse asks if you will prescribe a dose of codeine phosphate for a patient who is in a lot of pain. You discover that you are unable to prescribe it due to a contra-indication after evaluating the patient.

      The use of codeine phosphate is contraindicated in which of the following situations?

      Your Answer: Age under 12 years

      Explanation:

      Codeine phosphate is a mild opiate that can be used to treat mild to moderate pain when other pain relievers like paracetamol or ibuprofen have failed. It can also be used to treat diarrhoea and coughs that are dry or painful.

      The use of all opioids is contraindicated for the following reasons:
      Respiratory depression (acute)
      Patients who are comatose
      Head injury (opioid analgesics impair pupillary responses, which are crucial for neurological evaluation)
      Intracranial pressure has risen (opioid analgesics interfere with pupillary responses vital for neurological assessment)
      There’s a chance you’ll get paralytic ileus.

      The use of codeine phosphate is contraindicated in the following situations:
      Because of the significant risk of respiratory side effects in children under the age of 12, it is not recommended for children under the age of 12.

      Patients of any age who have been identified as ultra-rapid codeine metabolizers (CYP2D6 ultra-rapid metabolizers)

      Because codeine can pass through breast milk to the baby and because mothers’ ability to metabolise codeine varies greatly, it is especially dangerous in breastfeeding mothers.

      If other painkillers, such as paracetamol or ibuprofen, fail to relieve acute moderate pain in children over the age of 12, codeine should be used. In children with obstructive sleep apnoea who received codeine after tonsillectomy or adenoidectomy, a significant risk of serious and life-threatening adverse reactions has been identified.

    • This question is part of the following fields:

      • CNS Pharmacology
      • Pharmacology
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  • Question 18 - Regarding probability distribution, which of the following statements is CORRECT: ...

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    • Regarding probability distribution, which of the following statements is CORRECT:

      Your Answer: In skewed data the mean is usually equal to the mode.

      Correct Answer: In a negative skew, the mass of distribution is concentrated on the right.

      Explanation:

      Distribution of data is usually unimodal (one peak) but may be bimodal (two peaks) or uniform (no peaks, each value equally likely). The normal distribution is a symmetrical bell-shaped curve. The mean, median, and mode of a normal distribution are equal. In a positive skew, the right tail is longer and the mass of distribution is concentrated on the left; mean > median > mode. In a negative skew, the left tail is longer and the mass of distribution is concentrated on the right; mean < median < mode.

    • This question is part of the following fields:

      • Evidence Based Medicine
      • Statistics
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  • Question 19 - An analytical study is conducted to compare the risk of stroke between Ticagrelor...

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    • An analytical study is conducted to compare the risk of stroke between Ticagrelor therapy and Warfarin therapy among patients with atrial fibrillation. The following is obtained from the study:

      No. of patients who took Ticagrelor: 300
      No. of patients who took Ticagrelor and suffered a stroke: 30

      No. of patients who took Warfarin: 500
      No. of patients who took Warfarin and suffered a stroke: 20

      Compute for the absolute risk in the Ticagrelor group.

      Your Answer: 0.66

      Correct Answer: 0.1

      Explanation:

      The absolute risk (AR) is the probability or chance of an event. It is computed as the number of events in treated or control groups, divided by the number of people in that group.

      AR = 30/300 = 0.1

    • This question is part of the following fields:

      • Evidence Based Medicine
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  • Question 20 - A patient is currently taking is glyceryl trinitrate among other chronic medications. Which of...

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    • A patient is currently taking is glyceryl trinitrate among other chronic medications. Which of the following side effects is he LEAST likely to develop?

      Your Answer: Syncope

      Explanation:

      Nitrates are used in the treatment of angina pectoris and the prevention of myocardial ischaemia. Commonly used examples of nitrates are glyceryl trinitrate and isosorbide dinitrate. Unwanted effects, however, are common and can limit therapy, particularly when angina is severe or when patients are unusually sensitive to the effects of nitrates.

      The following are common or very common side effects of nitrates:

      • Arrhythmias
      • Asthenia
      • Cerebral ischaemia
      • Dizziness
      • Drowsiness
      • Flushing
      • Headache
      • Hypotension
      • Nausea and vomiting
      • Diarrhoea, syncope and cyanosis can occur, but these are rare side effects.

      Dry eyes, bradycardia and metabolic acidosis have not been reported.

    • This question is part of the following fields:

      • Cardiovascular Pharmacology
      • Pharmacology
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  • Question 21 - Which of the following decreases activation of vitamin D: ...

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    • Which of the following decreases activation of vitamin D:

      Your Answer: Chronic renal failure

      Explanation:

      Calcium deficiency (low Ca2+ diet or hypocalcemia) activates 1-alpha-hydroxylase in the cells of the renal proximal tubule which catalyses the conversion of vitamin D to its active form, 1,25-dihydroxycholecalciferol. Increased parathyroid hormone (PTH) and hypophosphatemia also stimulate the enzyme. Chronic renal failure is associated with a constellation of bone diseases, including osteomalacia caused by failure of the diseased renal tissue to produce the active form of vitamin D.

    • This question is part of the following fields:

      • Endocrine
      • Physiology
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  • Question 22 - Which of the following would you NOT expect from a deep fibular nerve...

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    • Which of the following would you NOT expect from a deep fibular nerve palsy:

      Your Answer: Loss of sensation over heel

      Explanation:

      Damage to the deep fibular nerve results in loss of dorsiflexion of the ankle, with resultant foot drop with high-stepping gait, loss of toe extension, weakness of foot inversion and loss of sensation over the webspace between the 1st and 2nd toes.

    • This question is part of the following fields:

      • Anatomy
      • Lower Limb
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  • Question 23 - What is the mechanism of action of captopril: ...

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    • What is the mechanism of action of captopril:

      Your Answer: Angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor

      Explanation:

      Captopril is an angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor, which inhibits the conversion of angiotensin I to angiotensin II.

    • This question is part of the following fields:

      • Cardiovascular
      • Pharmacology
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  • Question 24 - 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 brevis.
      Peroneus brevis receives its innervation from which of the following nerves? Select ONE answer only.

      Your 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 25 - Fracture of the medial epicondyle would result to the following, except ...

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    • Fracture of the medial epicondyle would result to the following, except

      Your Answer: Weakness of abduction of the thumb

      Explanation:

      Thumb abduction is mediated by the abductor pollicis longus and brevis, which are innervated by the radial and median nerves, respectively.

    • This question is part of the following fields:

      • Anatomy
      • Upper Limb
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  • Question 26 - Regarding shingles, which of the following statements is CORRECT: ...

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

      Your Answer: Topical antiviral treatment is recommended in shingles.

      Correct Answer: You can catch chickenpox from a patient with shingles.

      Explanation:

      After primary infection, VZV remains latent in sensory ganglia and in about 20% of patients will reactivate resulting in shingles, a painful vesicular rash in the related dermatome. Shingles usually affects older people and the immunocompromised. Shingles lesions are infectious to non-immune individuals who are at risk of developing chickenpox. Shingles can not be contracted directly from chickenpox, or from other cases of shingles. Shingles is treated with systemic antiviral treatment to reduce the severity and duration of pain, reduce complications, and reduce viral shedding.

    • This question is part of the following fields:

      • Microbiology
      • Pathogens
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  • Question 27 - A 26-year-old woman is currently 9 weeks pregnant. Upon interview and history taking,...

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    • A 26-year-old woman is currently 9 weeks pregnant. Upon interview and history taking, she mentioned that she visited a friend whose child had just been diagnosed with slapped cheek disease.

      If the mother contracts an illness during pregnancy, which among the following is not known to cause fetal abnormalities?

      Your Answer: Rubella

      Correct Answer: Hepatitis A

      Explanation:

      Hepatitis A usually doesn’t pose a special risk to a pregnant woman or her baby. Maternal infection doesn’t result in birth defects, and a mother typically doesn’t transmit the infection to her baby. HAV is almost always transmitted by the faecal-oral route and is usually acquired through close personal contact or via contaminated food.

      When a woman has chickenpox in the first 20 weeks of pregnancy, there is a 1 in 50 chance for the baby to develop a set of birth defects. This is called the congenital varicella syndrome. It includes scars, defects of muscle and bone, malformed and paralyzed limbs, small head size, blindness, seizures, and intellectual disability.

      TORCH Syndrome refers to infection of a developing foetus or newborn by any of a group of infectious agents. “TORCH” is an acronym meaning (T)toxoplasmosis, (O)ther Agents, (R)ubella (also known as German Measles), (C)ytomegalovirus, and (H)erpes Simplex.
      Infection with any of these agents may cause a constellation of similar symptoms in affected newborns. These may include fever; difficulties feeding; small areas of bleeding under the skin, causing the appearance of small reddish or purplish spots; enlargement of the liver and spleen (hepatosplenomegaly); yellowish discoloration of the skin, whites of the eyes, and mucous membranes (jaundice); hearing impairment; abnormalities of the eyes; and other symptoms and findings.

    • This question is part of the following fields:

      • Microbiology
      • Specific Pathogen Groups
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  • Question 28 - Which of the following best describes the typical rash of measles: ...

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    • Which of the following best describes the typical rash of measles:

      Your Answer: The typical rash of measles is sandpaper like, associated with a strawberry tongue.

      Correct Answer: The typical rash of measles is maculopapular, starting behind the ears and spreading downwards to the trunk.

      Explanation:

      A prodromal 2 – 4 day coryzal illness (fever, cough, conjunctivitis, irritability) normally occurs associated with Koplik’s spots (small white papules found on the buccal mucosa near the first premolars), before a morbilliform maculopapular rash appears, first behind the ears and then spreading downwards to whole body.The rash peels off or fades about about 7 – 10 days. The chickenpox rash is characterised by a maculopapular rash progressing to vesicles and then crusting over. Scarlet fever is characterised by a sandpaper like rash associated with a strawberry tongue.

    • This question is part of the following fields:

      • Microbiology
      • Pathogens
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  • Question 29 - Which of the following nerves has been damaged when a patient presents with...

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    • Which of the following nerves has been damaged when a patient presents with a foot drop?

      Your Answer: Common peroneal nerve

      Explanation:

      The common peroneal nerve often referred to as the common fibular nerve, is a major nerve that innervates the lower extremity. It is one of the two major branches off the sciatic nerve and receives fibres from the posterior divisions of L4 through S2 nerve roots. The common peroneal nerve separates from the sciatic nerve in the distal posterior thigh proximal to the popliteal fossa. After branching off of the sciatic nerve, it continues down the thigh, running posteroinferior to the biceps femoris muscle, and crosses laterally to the head of the lateral gastrocnemius muscle through the posterior intermuscular septum. The nerve then curves around the fibular neck before dividing into two branches, the superficial peroneal nerve (SPN) and the deep peroneal nerve (DPN). The common peroneal nerve does not have any motor innervation before dividing; however, it provides sensory innervation to the lateral leg via the lateral sural nerve.

      The superficial peroneal nerve innervates the lateral compartment of the leg, and the deep peroneal nerve innervates the anterior compartment of the leg and the dorsum of the foot. These two nerves are essential in the eversion of the foot and dorsiflexion of the foot, respectively. The superficial and deep peroneal nerves provide both motor and sensory innervation.

      The most common presentation with common peroneal nerve injury or palsy is acute foot drop, although symptoms may be progressive and can include sensory loss or pain. Weakness in foot eversion may occur if the superficial peroneal nerve component is involved.

    • This question is part of the following fields:

      • Anatomy
      • Lower Limb
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  • Question 30 - A 30-year-old man presents with piriformis syndrome pain, tingling, and numbness in her...

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    • A 30-year-old man presents with piriformis syndrome pain, tingling, and numbness in her buttocks. He noted that the pain gets worse upon sitting down. He was seen by a physiotherapist and a diagnosis of piriformis syndrome was made.

      Which of the following nerves becomes irritated in piriformis syndrome?

      Your Answer: Sciatic nerve

      Explanation:

      Piriformis syndrome is a clinical condition of sciatic nerve entrapment at the level of the ischial tuberosity. While there are multiple factors potentially contributing to piriformis syndrome, the clinical presentation is fairly consistent, with patients often reporting pain in the gluteal/buttock region that may shoot, burn or ache down the back of the leg (i.e. sciatic-like pain). In addition, numbness in the buttocks and tingling sensations along the distribution of the sciatic nerve is not uncommon.

      The sciatic nerve runs just adjacent to the piriformis muscle, which functions as an external rotator of the hip. Hence, whenever the piriformis muscle is irritated or inflamed, it also affects the sciatic nerve, which then results in sciatica-like pain.

    • This question is part of the following fields:

      • Anatomy
      • Lower Limb
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Basic Cellular (0/1) 0%
Physiology (2/4) 50%
Specific Pathogen Groups (0/2) 0%
General Pathology (0/1) 0%
Pathology (0/1) 0%
Gastrointestinal (2/2) 100%
CNS Pharmacology (3/3) 100%
Respiratory (1/1) 100%
Anatomy (6/6) 100%
Central Nervous System (1/1) 100%
Renal (0/1) 0%
Statistics (0/1) 0%
Cardiovascular Pharmacology (1/1) 100%
Endocrine (1/1) 100%
Lower Limb (4/4) 100%
Cardiovascular (1/1) 100%
Upper Limb (1/1) 100%
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