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Which process is characterized by an increasing concentration of genetic material followed by cell division?

  • Meiosis
  • Mitosis (correct)
  • Transcription
  • Replication

    • What is the primary component of prions?

  • Carbohydrates
  • Proteins (correct)
  • Lipids
  • Nucleic acids

    • Which nutrient provides 9 calories per gram?

  • Carbohydrates
  • Proteins
  • Fats (correct)
  • Vitamins

    • In which condition is phototherapy commonly used as a treatment?

    <p>Jaundice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is recognized as the father of psychoanalysis?

    <p>Sigmund Freud</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is referred to as the 'Powerhouse of the cell'?

    <p>Mitochondria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of scar extends beyond the wound surface?

    <p>Keloids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cranial nerve is responsible for the sense of smell?

    <p>Olfactory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens if patients stop taking TB medication too soon?

    <p>They may become sick again.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a first-line anti-TB agent used for treatment?

    <p>Amoxicillin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long is the typical treatment duration for TB disease?

    <p>6 to 9 months</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of incorrectly taking TB medication?

    <p>It can create drug-resistant TB bacteria.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the ratio of girls to boys in the school?

    <p>35:37</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is enucleation in ophthalmology?

    <p>Removal of the entire eye and part of the optic nerve.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many girls are added to the school if the current number of girls is 1575 and the number of boys is 1665?

    <p>90</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential risk associated with drug-resistant TB?

    <p>It can be more expensive and challenging to treat.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the pelvis in the human body?

    <p>To support the spinal column and abdominal organs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of pelvis is characterized by a heart-shaped inlet?

    <p>Android pelvis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes the gynecoid pelvis?

    <p>Wide and round pubic arch</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an investment primarily aimed at?

    <p>Generating future income or appreciation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following most accurately describes disinvestment?

    <p>Selling or liquidating an asset or subsidiary</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which pelvis type is described as having a transversely wide and flattened shape?

    <p>Platypeloid pelvis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key feature of the anthropoid pelvis?

    <p>Upright egg or oval shape</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines a trade barrier?

    <p>Restrictions imposed on international trade</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes keloids from hypertrophic scars?

    <p>Hypertrophic scars get healed over time.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which methods can prevent keloids during wound healing?

    <p>Applying Pressure pads and Silicon Gel pads</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the cost price of the CPU if the selling price is $6325 with a profit of 15%?

    <p>$5500</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What will be the selling price of the CPU if it is sold at a 25% profit based on its cost price of $5500?

    <p>$6875</p> Signup and view all the answers

    After how many seconds will the bells ring together if they ring at intervals of 88 and 58 seconds?

    <p>2552 seconds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Cross Body Adduction test assess in newborns?

    <p>Passive tone of the flexors at the shoulder girdle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key characteristic of hypertrophic scars compared to keloids?

    <p>Hypertrophic scars are less painful.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is true regarding wounds and scar formation?

    <p>Keloids can be prevented by proper wound care.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main constituent of most kidney stones?

    <p>Calcium oxalate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recurrence rate of kidney stones within the first 5 years of the initial episode?

    <p>Up to 50%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT considered a risk factor for kidney stone formation?

    <p>Frequent exercise</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which management approach has improved the quality of life for patients with symptomatic kidney stones?

    <p>Minimally invasive endourological treatments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary drug of choice for treating Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA)?

    <p>Clindamycin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which transmission method is NOT associated with MRSA?

    <p>Contaminated water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which clinical manifestation is commonly associated with MRSA infections?

    <p>Respiratory infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of psychotherapy?

    <p>To facilitate personality changes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Quarantine Period

    • Refers to a time period of isolation for individuals suspected of having an infectious disease.
    • Intended to prevent the spread of disease to others

    Powerhouse of Cells

    • Mitochondria are known as the "powerhouse of cells".

    ### Prions

    • Prions are infectious agents composed of misfolded proteins

    ### Father of Psychoanalysis

    • Sigmund Freud is recognized as the father of psychoanalysis.

     Calories in Fat

    • 1 gram of fat provides 9 calories.

    ### Napoleon of India

    • Samudragupta is known as the "Napoleon of India".

    ### Scar Tissue

    • Keloids are large, raised masses of scar tissue that extend beyond the original wound surface and may require treatment.
    • Hypertrophic scars are raised scars that stay within the boundaries of the original wound and tend to heal over time.

    Selling Price Calculation

    • Profit percentage is calculated as: (Selling price - Cost price) / Cost price * 100.

    ### Bell Ringing

    • The least common multiple (LCM) of two numbers is the smallest non-zero number that is a multiple of both.

    ### Preterm Infant Sign

    • The Scarf sign is a sign of preterm infants where their elbows easily cross the chest without resistance when the arm is stretched.

    ### Wellington Trophy

    • The Wellington Trophy is associated with rowing.

    ### Number Sequence

    • The pattern in the sequence 78, 65, 82, 69, 86, ? is adding 14 to the first number, then subtracting 17 from the next, repeating these steps.
    • The next number in the sequence is 73.

    ### Sense of Smell

    • The olfactory nerve is responsible for the sense of smell.

    ### Phototherapy

    • Phototherapy is used for the treatment of jaundice, which is a condition where the skin and eyes appear yellow due to excess bilirubin in the blood.

    ### Near-Sightedness

    • Myopia, also known as nearsightedness, is a refractive error where distant objects appear blurry.

    ###  Non-biodegradable Products

    • Polythene bags are a non-biodegradable product and can persist in the environment for a long time, causing pollution.

    ### Oxidation

    • Oxidation in chemical reactions involves the loss of electrons.

    ### Treatment for TB Disease

    • TB disease is treated with a combination of drugs for 6 to 9 months.
    • First-line anti-TB drugs include Isoniazid (INH), Rifampicin (RIF), Ethambutol (EMB), Pyrazinamide (PZA), and Streptomycin.
    • Incomplete treatment or incorrect medication can lead to drug-resistant TB, which is harder and more expensive to treat.

    ### Investments

    • Investment refers to spending money to acquire assets with the goal of generating income or appreciation.

    ### Disinvestment

    • Disinvestment refers to the selling or liquidating of assets by an organization or government.

    ### Trade Barriers

    • Trade barriers are restrictions on international trade imposed by governments.

    ### Cryotherapy and Corticosteroid Treatment

    • Cryotherapy and corticosteroid treatment are used to treat keloids and hypertrophic scars.

    ### MRSA

    • Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA) is a strain of bacteria resistant to certain antibiotics.
    • It can be spread through direct contact, droplet infection, and contaminated objects.
    • Treat with antibiotics such as Clindamycin, Vancomycin, Doxycycline, Linezolid, and Daptomycin.

    ### Psychotherapy

    • Psychotherapy is a form of treatment used to facilitate positive changes in personality, behavior, or adjustment.

    ### Kidney Stones

    • Calcium oxalate is the main component of most kidney stones.
    • Obesity, diabetes, hypertension, and metabolic syndrome are risk factors for kidney stone formation.
    • Treatment options range from open surgical lithotomy to minimally invasive endourological procedures.

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