Medical Biophysics Course Assessment 2024-2025
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What is the unmarked component in x-ray instrumentation?

  • Filter
  • Monochromator
  • Amplifier
  • Specimen (correct)
  • What type of window allows x-rays generated in the Coolidge tube to exit?

  • Tungsten window
  • Beryllium window (correct)
  • Target material
  • Collimator
  • X-Rays in a normal machine are produced by which process?

  • Super heating of an element
  • Bombardment of cathode rays on a radioactive material (correct)
  • Nuclear fusion
  • Nuclear fission
  • What percentage of the generated energy is actually utilized for taking an X-Ray?

    <p>0.1% (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of laser could cause skin cancer if not used properly?

    <p>Eximer laser (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Dental X-Ray is also referred to as what?

    <p>Orthopantomography (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The image formed by the retina of the human eye is:

    <p>Real and inverted (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which machine is commonly used alongside an X-Ray machine?

    <p>Fluoroscopy (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The change in focal length of the human eye is caused by:

    <p>Ciliary muscles (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The least distance of distinct vision for a young adult with normal vision is:

    <p>25cm (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum distance that should be maintained when an X-Ray is taken?

    <p>15 m (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The persistence of vision for the human eye is:

    <p>1/16th of a sec (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The therapeutic method of darsonvalization is used for what kind of treatment?

    <p>Inflammatory diseases of cranial nerves (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following colors is least scattered by fog, dust, or smoke?

    <p>Red (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The part of the eye that refracts light entering from external objects is:

    <p>Cornea (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The colored portion of the eye that controls the amount of light reaching the retina is called:

    <p>Iris (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which technique separates charged particles using an electric field?

    <p>Electrophoresis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for sounds with frequencies higher than 20,000 Hz, which are inaudible to the normal human ear?

    <p>Ultrasonics (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    SONAR stands for which of the following?

    <p>Sound navigation and ranging (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If a ship sends ultrasound that returns after 3.42 seconds and the speed of ultrasound in seawater is 1300 m/s, what is the distance to the seabed?

    <p>2600 m (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following properties of sound waves is similar to the principle of ultrasound?

    <p>Reflection and Refraction (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What kind of ultrasound is produced using a piezoelectric crystal?

    <p>Sound wave ultrasound (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medical imaging modality does not use any form of radiation other than ultrasound?

    <p>MRI (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the density of soft tissue if the wave velocity of ultrasound is 1540 m/s and the impedance is 1.63 x 10^6 kg/m^2/s?

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    What is the total number of hours dedicated to Medical Biophysics according to the syllabus?

    <p>120 hours (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following represents the audit hours allocated for Medical Biophysics?

    <p>48 hours (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many laboratory hours are included in the Medical Biophysics course?

    <p>20 hours (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which surgical functions are performed by the diathermy machine?

    <p>Cutting, coagulation, fulguration (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    For what purposes is diathermy primarily used?

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    What is the role of the Ministry of Education and Science in this context?

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    What is the significance of the provisional numbers mentioned in the document?

    <p>They represent the approval status. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the assessment method mentioned for the Medical Biophysics course?

    <p>Examination (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is listed as the head of the department in the document?

    <p>A.Ы. Kurbanaliev (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of knowledge does the test question bank aim to control?

    <p>Theoretical understanding (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In helical CT, a single transverse slice represents which of the following?

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    How is pitch defined in helical CT?

    <p>Table movement in 360 degrees / beam width (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The part of the eye that transmits electrochemical signals from the eye to the brain is called:

    <p>Optic nerve (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the structure that automatically closes to protect the eyes?

    <p>Eyelid (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    High-pitch techniques in helical CT are particularly useful for which of the following?

    <p>Gated cardiac CT (A), Very small findings like nondisplaced fracture (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The ability of the eyes to combine dual vision is called:

    <p>Binocular vision (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The number that best reflects the total amount of radiation delivered to the patient in CT is?

    <p>Dose-length product (DLP) (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    For a young adult with normal vision, the far point is typically:

    <p>20m (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term measures stochastic (cancer) risk from radiation exposure?

    <p>Effective dose (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To reduce radiation dose in CT, which parameter should be adjusted?

    <p>Increasing Pitch (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Sunlight is a mixture of how many visible colors?

    <p>7 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is credited with discovering that white light consists of seven colors through experiments with a glass prism?

    <p>Newton (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is radiation dose distributed within a patient's body during a CT scan?

    <p>More at the skin surface than in the center (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The structure of the eye lens is best described as:

    <p>Transparent double convex lens (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When patient size increases, what effect does this have on radiation dose with the same CTDI?

    <p>Increasing size causes increased dose (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What liquid is contained within the eye lens?

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    Flashcards

    Electrophoresis

    A technique that separates charged particles based on their movement through an electric field. Smaller particles move faster, larger particles move slower.

    Ultrasonic Waves

    Sound waves with frequencies above 20,000 Hz, which are beyond the range of human hearing.

    SONAR

    A technique that uses sound waves to measure distances and create images. It's commonly used in sonar systems.

    Reflection of Ultrasonic Waves

    The property of ultrasound that allows it to be used in various applications like medical imaging, detecting faults in materials, and mapping the ocean floor.

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    Piezoelectric Crystal

    A crystalline material that converts mechanical (sound) energy into electrical energy and vice versa. It's used in ultrasound devices to generate and receive sound waves.

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    Acoustic Impedance

    The measure of how readily a medium transmits ultrasound waves. It depends on the medium's density and speed of sound.

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    Ultrasound Wave Velocity

    The speed at which an ultrasound wave travels through a medium. It depends on the medium's density and elasticity.

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    Acoustic Impedance Matching

    The ratio of acoustic impedance of two media determines the amount of ultrasound reflected back from the boundary between them. It's an important factor in medical imaging.

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    What is a single transverse slice in helical CT?

    A plane through the body perpendicular to the scan axis. It is a slice taken across the body.

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    What is Pitch in Helical CT?

    The ratio of table movement per 360-degree rotation of the X-ray tube to the beam width.

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    What are high pitch techniques useful for?

    High pitch allows for faster scan times, which is ideal for imaging moving structures or patients who can't hold their breath.

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    When is a low pitch technique in helical CT most helpful?

    Low pitch techniques provide better image quality and are crucial for detecting small details.

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    What parameter best reflects the total radiation dose received by the patient during a CT scan?

    Dose-length product (DLP) represents the total radiation exposure received by the patient during a CT scan.

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    What term measures the stochastic (cancer) risk from radiation?

    Effective dose is a measure of the overall radiation risk to the patient, taking into account the varying sensitivity of different organs.

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    Which parameter best reflects deterministic effects in CT?

    CTDI is a measure of radiation dose delivered to a specific region, usually a 10-cm-long section of the patient.

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    What is Diathermy?

    Diathermy is a therapeutic technique utilizing high-frequency electrical currents to generate heat within tissues. This heat can be used to treat a variety of conditions, including muscle pain, joint stiffness, and inflammation.

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    How can radiation dose be reduced in CT?

    Increasing the pitch reduces radiation dose by shortening the scan time and amount of X-rays used.

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    What are the primary uses of diathermy?

    Diathermy is used for various medical applications, including surgical procedures, therapeutic treatments, and diagnostic evaluations.

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    How is diathermy used surgically?

    Surgical applications of diathermy involve using high-frequency electrical currents to cut, coagulate, or fulgurate tissue. This allows for precise tissue removal and blood vessel sealing.

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    How is diathermy used for cutting?

    Cutting with diathermy involves using the electrical current to create a precise incision, similar to a scalpel.

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    How is diathermy used for coagulation?

    Coagulation with diathermy involves using the electrical current to seal blood vessels, preventing excessive bleeding during surgery.

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    How is diathermy used for fulguration?

    Fulguration with diathermy involves using the electrical current to destroy abnormal tissue, such as tumors or warts.

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    What are therapeutic applications of diathermy?

    Therapeutic applications of diathermy include treating muscle pain, inflammation, and joint stiffness by using the heat generated by the electrical currents to stimulate blood flow and relax muscles.

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    What are diagnostic applications of diathermy?

    Diagnostic applications of diathermy involve using the electrical current to create images of internal structures. This helps in identifying medical conditions.

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    What are the surgical functions of diathermy?

    Diathermy can be used for surgical functions like cutting, coagulating, and fulgurating tissues, offering precise options for tissue removal and control.

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    What is a monochromator in X-ray spectroscopy?

    The component in an X-ray machine that selects a specific energy band of X-rays before they reach the sample. Often used to eliminate unwanted radiation and improve signal quality.

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    What is the target material in an X-ray tube?

    The substance that produces X-rays when bombarded by electrons in a vacuum tube. Typically, Tungsten is used due to its high melting point and efficiency.

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    What is the beryllium window in an X-ray tube?

    A thin layer of material that allows X-rays to pass through but absorbs most of other radiation and heat from the X-ray tube.

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    What is Darsonvalization?

    A method of using high-voltage alternating pulse current to stimulate tissues. It can have analgesic, anti-pruritic, and circulatory effects.

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    How are X-rays produced?

    The process of generating X-rays by firing electrons at a target material. The electrons excite atoms in the target, which then release X-rays.

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    What is Fluoroscopy?

    A technique used to visualize the inside of the body in real-time using X-rays. Frequently used in surgery and diagnosis.

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    What is the maximum energy intensity used in mammography?

    The energy range of X-rays used in mammography is limited to low energies to reduce the radiation dose to the breast tissue. This is because lower energy X-rays are more effective at imaging soft tissues.

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    What are Dental X-rays also known as?

    Dental X-rays are used to image teeth and supporting structures. They are also known as Orthopantomography.

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    What is the optic nerve?

    The optic nerve is a bundle of nerve fibers that transmits visual information from the eye to the brain. It's like a cable carrying signals from your camera (eye) to the computer (brain).

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    What are eyelids?

    Eyelids are flaps of skin that protect the eye from dust, foreign objects, and excessive light. They act like a shield, closing automatically to safeguard the eye.

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    What is binocular vision?

    Binocular vision is the ability to see with both eyes, allowing for depth perception and a wider field of view. It's like having two cameras working together to create a 3D image.

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    What is the far point?

    The far point is the farthest point at which an object can be seen clearly without any strain. For a young adult with normal vision, this point is considered to be at infinity, meaning they can see distant objects clearly.

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    What colors make up sunlight?

    Sunlight is composed of seven visible colors: red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, and violet. You can see these colors when sunlight is split through a prism, like a rainbow.

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    Why does a glass prism separate colors?

    A glass prism has the ability to split white light into its constituent colors because each color bends at a different angle. This results in the separation of colors and the formation of a spectrum.

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    What colors are at the top and bottom of the spectrum?

    The top color in the spectrum is red, while the bottom color is violet. This arrangement is based on the order of colors and their corresponding wavelengths.

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    What do rod cells respond to?

    Rod cells are photoreceptor cells in the retina that are responsible for vision in dim light conditions. They are more sensitive to light intensity than color.

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    What kind of image does the retina form?

    The retina, a layer of light-sensitive cells at the back of the eye, forms a real and inverted image of the outside world.

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    What controls the changing focal length of the human eye?

    The ciliary muscles control the shape of the lens, allowing it to change focus for objects at different distances.

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    What is the least distance of distinct vision for a young adult?

    The least distance of distinct vision for a young adult with normal vision is 25 centimeters. This is the closest point at which someone can see objects clearly without straining.

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    What is the persistence of vision?

    Persistence of vision is the phenomenon where the image of an object persists for a fraction of a second after the object has been removed. This effect allows us to perceive motion from a sequence of still images.

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    What cells in the retina are sensitive to light intensity?

    Rod cells are responsible for detecting the intensity of light, allowing us to see in dim conditions. Cones, on the other hand, are responsible for color vision and detail.

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    What phenomenon is responsible for how the human eye works?

    Refraction, the bending of light as it passes from one medium to another, is the primary principle behind how the human eye focuses light onto the retina.

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    Which color is least scattered by fog?

    Red light, with its longer wavelength, is scattered the least by particles in the air, making it appear more visible through fog or smoke.

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    What part of the eye controls the amount of light entering?

    The iris, the colored part of the eye, controls the amount of light entering the eye by adjusting the size of the pupil.

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    Study Notes

    Course Information

    • Course: Natural Sciences and Mathematics
    • Department: International Medical Faculty
    • University: Osh State University
    • Country: Kyrgyzstan

    Timetable

    • Specific course timetable indicated for "Medical Biophysics" for 2024-2025 academic year, for first-year students "Medical Practice".
    • Includes total hours, hours allocated for lectures in the classroom (auditories), hours for practical classes, and hours for final assessments and exams.

    Coursework

    • A set of test questions have been designed for the course "Medical Biophysics".
    • Students will be assessed on "Medical Biophysics" by completing tests in the 1st and 2nd semester.

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    This quiz is designed for first-year students in the Medical Practice course focusing on Medical Biophysics. It covers the course timetable, test questions, and assessment structure for the academic year 2024-2025. Prepare for both semesters with these essential questions to succeed in your evaluations.

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