COMMUNITY MEDICINE- PAGE 1
COMMUNITY MEDICINE/ PUBLIC HEALTH -PAGE 1
1:-Bad breath is called
A:-Tuberculosis
B:-Halitosis
C:-Pediculosis
D:-Mycoses
Ans: B
2:-The first sign of dehydration in a child with diarrhoea is
A:-pinched skin retracts slowly
B:-unconsciousness
C:-increased thirst
D:-sunken fontanelles
Ans: C
3:-One sub centre covers the area of _________ population in general.
A:-5000
B:-10000
C:-20000
D:-30000
Ans: A
4:-''Rules of nines'' helps to identify the severity of
A:-haemorrhage
B:-burns
C:-growth retardation
D:-physical disability
Ans: B
5:-The following shows bleeding from an artery
A:-colour of blood is dark red
B:-blood oozes slowly
C:-profuse continuous bleeding
D:-blood squirts intermittently
Ans: D
6:-Heimlich maneuver is used as a first aid for managing
A:-choking
B:-poisoning
C:-shock
D:-burns
Ans: A
7:-Iso sorbid dinitrate is a drug used in the treatment of which of the following diseases
A:-Heart disease
B:-Infection
C:-Hypertension
D:-Cancer
Ans: A
8:-Normal haemoglobin for adult female is
A:-10-12 gm%
B:-13-17 gm%
C:-16-18 gm%
D:-12-15 gm%
Ans: D
9:-''Quickening'' occurs in primy gravida at __________ weeks of pregnancy.
A:-10-12 weeks
B:-18-20 weeks
C:-20-24 weeks
D:-26-28 weeks
Ans: B
10:-Chlorpheniramine is an _________ group of drug.
A:-Anticonvulsant
B:-Antihistamine
C:-Antacid
D:-Antibiotic
Ans: B
11:-One pint is equal to ________ ml.
A:-150
B:-200
C:-350
D:-500
Ans: D
12:-The direct cause of bedsore in a patient with incontinence of urine is __________.
A:-Pathogens
B:-Friction
C:-Pressure
D:-Moisture
Ans: D
13:-Inflammation of tongue is ___________.
A:-Glossitis
B:-Stomatitis
C:-Gingivitis
D:-Sinusitis
Ans: A
14:-Premature separation of a normally situated placenta after 28th week of pregnancy is
A:-placenta praevia
B:-habitual abortion
C:-placental abruption
D:-vesicular mole
Ans: C
15:-The hormone which is produced from pineal gland is
A:-Calcitonin
B:-Progesterone
C:-Ghrelin
D:-Melatonin
Ans: D
16:-The name of presentation in which the buttocks of foetus lies in the lower pole of uterus
A:-vertex
B:-face
C:-brow
D:-breech
Ans: D
17:-One gram of fat gives __________ calory energy when broken down.
A:-9 calories
B:-8 calories
C:-4 calories
D:-2 calories
Ans: A
18:-Which of the following is a killed vaccine?
A:-OPV
B:-BCG
C:-MMR
D:-Rabies
Ans: D
19:-The type of isolation technique used in conditions when pathogens are transmitted through fecal matter is
A:-respiratory isolation
B:-enteric isolation
C:-skin isolation
D:-blood isolation
Ans: B
20:-Immediate treatment of dog bite is
A:-Hospitalize
B:-Application of antiseptic
C:-Wash wound with soap and water
D:-Suturing of wound
Ans: C
A:-Tuberculosis
B:-Halitosis
C:-Pediculosis
D:-Mycoses
Ans: B
2:-The first sign of dehydration in a child with diarrhoea is
A:-pinched skin retracts slowly
B:-unconsciousness
C:-increased thirst
D:-sunken fontanelles
Ans: C
3:-One sub centre covers the area of _________ population in general.
A:-5000
B:-10000
C:-20000
D:-30000
Ans: A
4:-''Rules of nines'' helps to identify the severity of
A:-haemorrhage
B:-burns
C:-growth retardation
D:-physical disability
Ans: B
5:-The following shows bleeding from an artery
A:-colour of blood is dark red
B:-blood oozes slowly
C:-profuse continuous bleeding
D:-blood squirts intermittently
Ans: D
6:-Heimlich maneuver is used as a first aid for managing
A:-choking
B:-poisoning
C:-shock
D:-burns
Ans: A
7:-Iso sorbid dinitrate is a drug used in the treatment of which of the following diseases
A:-Heart disease
B:-Infection
C:-Hypertension
D:-Cancer
Ans: A
8:-Normal haemoglobin for adult female is
A:-10-12 gm%
B:-13-17 gm%
C:-16-18 gm%
D:-12-15 gm%
Ans: D
9:-''Quickening'' occurs in primy gravida at __________ weeks of pregnancy.
A:-10-12 weeks
B:-18-20 weeks
C:-20-24 weeks
D:-26-28 weeks
Ans: B
10:-Chlorpheniramine is an _________ group of drug.
A:-Anticonvulsant
B:-Antihistamine
C:-Antacid
D:-Antibiotic
Ans: B
11:-One pint is equal to ________ ml.
A:-150
B:-200
C:-350
D:-500
Ans: D
12:-The direct cause of bedsore in a patient with incontinence of urine is __________.
A:-Pathogens
B:-Friction
C:-Pressure
D:-Moisture
Ans: D
13:-Inflammation of tongue is ___________.
A:-Glossitis
B:-Stomatitis
C:-Gingivitis
D:-Sinusitis
Ans: A
14:-Premature separation of a normally situated placenta after 28th week of pregnancy is
A:-placenta praevia
B:-habitual abortion
C:-placental abruption
D:-vesicular mole
Ans: C
15:-The hormone which is produced from pineal gland is
A:-Calcitonin
B:-Progesterone
C:-Ghrelin
D:-Melatonin
Ans: D
16:-The name of presentation in which the buttocks of foetus lies in the lower pole of uterus
A:-vertex
B:-face
C:-brow
D:-breech
Ans: D
17:-One gram of fat gives __________ calory energy when broken down.
A:-9 calories
B:-8 calories
C:-4 calories
D:-2 calories
Ans: A
18:-Which of the following is a killed vaccine?
A:-OPV
B:-BCG
C:-MMR
D:-Rabies
Ans: D
19:-The type of isolation technique used in conditions when pathogens are transmitted through fecal matter is
A:-respiratory isolation
B:-enteric isolation
C:-skin isolation
D:-blood isolation
Ans: B
20:-Immediate treatment of dog bite is
A:-Hospitalize
B:-Application of antiseptic
C:-Wash wound with soap and water
D:-Suturing of wound
Ans: C
21:-The vaccine which is given as intramuscular injection
A:-Measles vaccine
B:-BCG
C:-DT
D:-OPV
Ans: C
22:-The green stick type of fracture is common in which of the following group
A:-children
B:-elderly people
C:-women
D:-obese persons
Ans: A
23:-Venom of cobra attacks on
A:-Digestive system
B:-Nervous system
C:-Circulatory system
D:-Respiratory system
Ans: B
24:-Puerperium is the period in a woman's life which is
A:-First week after her first menstruation
B:-First 6 weeks after delivery
C:-First 2 weeks after marriage
D:-Period from conception to delivery
Ans: B
25:-Following is not a staff under primary health center
A:-Medical officer
B:-Health worker female
C:-Lab technician
D:-CT scan technician
Ans: D
26:-Following is a disease spread through the urine of rats
A:-Leptospirosis
B:-Chikungunya
C:-Malaria
D:-Dengue fever
Ans: A
27:-Which of the following statement about rice is false?
A:-Milled raw rice contains low amount of vitamin B
B:-Husked raw rice is a poor source of calcium
C:-Hand pounded undermilled rice is a fair source of B vitamins
D:-Par boiling of rice causes loss of thiamine while milling
Ans: D
28:-At how many weeks of gestation, uterus reaches the level of umbilicus
A:-32 weeks
B:-20 weeks
C:-22 weeks
D:-12 weeks
Ans: C
29:-MDT is a treatment approach for which disease
A:-AIDS
B:-Leprosy
C:-Tuberculosis
D:-Hepatitis
Ans: B
30:-Mission Indradhanush is a programme related to
A:-Palliative care
B:-Antenatal care
C:-Immunization
D:-Mental health
Ans: C
31:-PAP smear is a simple test to predict the occurrence of __________ in females.
A:-Ovarian cancer
B:-Breast cancer
C:-Oral cancer
D:-Cervical cancer
Ans: D
32:-The relationship of foetal head and limb to it's trunk is ___________
A:-Attitude
B:-Lie
C:-Presentation
D:-Polarity
Ans: A
33:-Anganwadis function under which central government programme
A:-BSS
B:-ICDS
C:-NMEP
D:-NRHM
Ans: B
34:-What is the management of postpartum haemorrhage?
A:-Give oxytocic drug
B:-Start an IV infusuion
C:-Massage uterine fundus in circular motion
D:-All the above
Ans: D
35:-Which of the following is a description of a 3rd degree tear after delivery?
A:-2 cm long tear on right medio lateral area of vagina after labour
B:-A tear involving vaginal muscles
C:-A tear involving anal sphincter
D:-A tear extending into vaginal mucosa
Ans: C
36:-A child doubles it's birth weight at
A:-6 months
B:-8 months
C:-10 months
D:-12 months
Ans: A
37:-Photo therapy is used to treat __________ in newborns.
A:-Physiological jaundice
B:-Anemia
C:-Convulsions
D:-Fever
Ans: A
38:-For a poor anaemic woman which of the following foods may be added to her diet in plenty
A:-Milk and curds
B:-Green leafy vegetables
C:-Fruits
D:-Cucumber
Ans: B
39:-Kidneys are composed of millions of functional units called ___________
A:-Neurones
B:-Rod cells
C:-Nephrons
D:-Follicles
Ans: C
40:-Which day is observed as world TB Day?
A:-October 30
B:-September 29
C:-February 14
D:-March 24
Ans: D
41:-_________ is added to water to remove temporary hardness.
A:-Calcium hydroxide
B:-Ion exchange resins
C:-Sodium carbonate
D:-Calcium carbonate
Ans: A
42:-__________ is the best spacing method for a woman who has one child.
A:-Copper T
B:-Tubectomy
C:-Oral pills
D:-Vasectomy
Ans: A
43:-MTP act came into force in India in the year _____________.
A:-1971
B:-1948
C:-1986
D:-1969
Ans: A
44:-Which of the following statements about the rights of children in India is false?
A:-A child has the right for physical emotional and social development
B:-A child's right to survival begins from birth
C:-A child has the right to be protected against all sorts of abuse
D:-A child has the right to participate in any decision directly involving himself
Ans: B
45:-The causative agent of Diphtheria is ___________.
A:-Bordetella
B:-Salmonella
C:-Coryne bacterium
D:-Mycobacterium
Ans: C
46:-Obesity is defined as a body mass index
A:-more than 30
B:-less than 18
C:-between 25 to 29
D:-From 20 to 25
Ans: A
47:-AIDS is transmitted by
A:-Bite of bed bugs
B:-Sitting on same bench with a patient
C:-Sexual contact with a patient
D:-Shaking hands with a patient
Ans: C
48:-The incubation period of influenza is
A:-1-2 days
B:-1-2 weeks
C:-15-20 days
D:-1-6 months
Ans: A
49:-The following is a measure to control dengue fever epidemic in your locality
A:-washing hands before eating food
B:-drinking only boiled water
C:-remove all collections of water from old tyres, broken toys etc
D:-covering mouth and nose while in public places with a mask
Ans: C
50:-The following is an advice given to an ante natal woman
A:-Do not wear cotton garments
B:-Do not eat fruits in early pregnancy
C:-Do not take vitamin supplements
D:-Do not take over the counter medicines
Ans: D
51:-Which of the following is a true statement about breast feeding?
A:-Breast feeding will not help in weight gain of a newborn baby
B:-If a baby develops diarrhoea breast feeding may be stopped temporarily
C:-Breast feeding should be started 2 hours after normal delivery
D:-Breast feeding promotes bonding between mother and baby
Ans: D
52:-Meconium is __________.
A:-Blood in urine
B:-First stool of a new born
C:-Breast milk produced in the first few days after delivery
D:-Discharge from uterus after delivery
Ans: B
53:-Pentavalent vaccine will NOT protect a baby against the following disease
A:-Hepatitis
B:-Pertussis
C:-Polio
D:-Diphtheria
Ans: C
54:-Ratio of cardiac compression to ventilation in giving basic life support for an adult is
A:-15 : 2
B:-20 : 2
C:-30 : 2
D:-40 : 2
Ans: C
55:-Oral pills should not be given to a woman with
A:-Menstrual problems
B:-Hypertension
C:-Asthma
D:-Vaginal infection
Ans: B
56:-The expected date of delivery of a woman with LMP on January 20 is
A:-July 20
B:-October 20
C:-September 27
D:-October 27
Ans: D
57:-The process of developing and providing planned experiences to supply information, change attitudes and influence behavior is
A:-Health promotion
B:-Wellness
C:-Health education
D:-Coordinated school health
Ans: C
58:-An android pelvis is one which has
A:-Kidney shaped brim
B:-5th lumbar vertebra fused to sacrum
C:-Heart shaped brim
D:-Ovoid brim
Ans: C
59:-An increase in thyroid hormone results in
A:-Addison's disease
B:-Cretinism
C:-Cushing's disease
D:-Grave's disease
Ans: D
60:-The UV radiation from the sun is likely to cause ___________ in human.
A:-Skin cancer
B:-Lung cancer
C:-Liver cancer
D:-Brain cancer
Ans: A
61:-Which of the following correctly lists the items from smallest to largest?
A:-DNA, genome, chromosome, gene
B:-DNA, gene, chromosome, genome
C:-Genome, gene, DNA, chromosome
D:-Gene, genome, DNA, chromosome
Ans: B
62:-Which of the following is not a function of medulla oblongata?
A:-Coordination of skeletal muscles
B:-Control of heart beat
C:-Control of respiratory rate
D:-Control of digestion
Ans: A
63:-The normal human uterus is described as
A:-unicornuate
B:-anteverted
C:-bicornuate
D:-subseptate
Ans: B
64:-The normal head circumference in a new born baby is
A:-35-40 cm
B:-33-35 cm
C:-20-30 cm
D:-45-50 cm
Ans: B
65:-Which of the following is an indication for induction of labor?
A:-Unrealiable EDD
B:-Cephalopelvic disproportion
C:-Malpresentation
D:-Previous large baby
Ans: D
66:-__________ is a deworming agent.
A:-Permethrin
B:-Amoxycillin
C:-Mebendazole
D:-Lysol
Ans: C
A:-Measles vaccine
B:-BCG
C:-DT
D:-OPV
Ans: C
22:-The green stick type of fracture is common in which of the following group
A:-children
B:-elderly people
C:-women
D:-obese persons
Ans: A
23:-Venom of cobra attacks on
A:-Digestive system
B:-Nervous system
C:-Circulatory system
D:-Respiratory system
Ans: B
24:-Puerperium is the period in a woman's life which is
A:-First week after her first menstruation
B:-First 6 weeks after delivery
C:-First 2 weeks after marriage
D:-Period from conception to delivery
Ans: B
25:-Following is not a staff under primary health center
A:-Medical officer
B:-Health worker female
C:-Lab technician
D:-CT scan technician
Ans: D
26:-Following is a disease spread through the urine of rats
A:-Leptospirosis
B:-Chikungunya
C:-Malaria
D:-Dengue fever
Ans: A
27:-Which of the following statement about rice is false?
A:-Milled raw rice contains low amount of vitamin B
B:-Husked raw rice is a poor source of calcium
C:-Hand pounded undermilled rice is a fair source of B vitamins
D:-Par boiling of rice causes loss of thiamine while milling
Ans: D
28:-At how many weeks of gestation, uterus reaches the level of umbilicus
A:-32 weeks
B:-20 weeks
C:-22 weeks
D:-12 weeks
Ans: C
29:-MDT is a treatment approach for which disease
A:-AIDS
B:-Leprosy
C:-Tuberculosis
D:-Hepatitis
Ans: B
30:-Mission Indradhanush is a programme related to
A:-Palliative care
B:-Antenatal care
C:-Immunization
D:-Mental health
Ans: C
31:-PAP smear is a simple test to predict the occurrence of __________ in females.
A:-Ovarian cancer
B:-Breast cancer
C:-Oral cancer
D:-Cervical cancer
Ans: D
32:-The relationship of foetal head and limb to it's trunk is ___________
A:-Attitude
B:-Lie
C:-Presentation
D:-Polarity
Ans: A
33:-Anganwadis function under which central government programme
A:-BSS
B:-ICDS
C:-NMEP
D:-NRHM
Ans: B
34:-What is the management of postpartum haemorrhage?
A:-Give oxytocic drug
B:-Start an IV infusuion
C:-Massage uterine fundus in circular motion
D:-All the above
Ans: D
35:-Which of the following is a description of a 3rd degree tear after delivery?
A:-2 cm long tear on right medio lateral area of vagina after labour
B:-A tear involving vaginal muscles
C:-A tear involving anal sphincter
D:-A tear extending into vaginal mucosa
Ans: C
36:-A child doubles it's birth weight at
A:-6 months
B:-8 months
C:-10 months
D:-12 months
Ans: A
37:-Photo therapy is used to treat __________ in newborns.
A:-Physiological jaundice
B:-Anemia
C:-Convulsions
D:-Fever
Ans: A
38:-For a poor anaemic woman which of the following foods may be added to her diet in plenty
A:-Milk and curds
B:-Green leafy vegetables
C:-Fruits
D:-Cucumber
Ans: B
39:-Kidneys are composed of millions of functional units called ___________
A:-Neurones
B:-Rod cells
C:-Nephrons
D:-Follicles
Ans: C
40:-Which day is observed as world TB Day?
A:-October 30
B:-September 29
C:-February 14
D:-March 24
Ans: D
41:-_________ is added to water to remove temporary hardness.
A:-Calcium hydroxide
B:-Ion exchange resins
C:-Sodium carbonate
D:-Calcium carbonate
Ans: A
42:-__________ is the best spacing method for a woman who has one child.
A:-Copper T
B:-Tubectomy
C:-Oral pills
D:-Vasectomy
Ans: A
43:-MTP act came into force in India in the year _____________.
A:-1971
B:-1948
C:-1986
D:-1969
Ans: A
44:-Which of the following statements about the rights of children in India is false?
A:-A child has the right for physical emotional and social development
B:-A child's right to survival begins from birth
C:-A child has the right to be protected against all sorts of abuse
D:-A child has the right to participate in any decision directly involving himself
Ans: B
45:-The causative agent of Diphtheria is ___________.
A:-Bordetella
B:-Salmonella
C:-Coryne bacterium
D:-Mycobacterium
Ans: C
46:-Obesity is defined as a body mass index
A:-more than 30
B:-less than 18
C:-between 25 to 29
D:-From 20 to 25
Ans: A
47:-AIDS is transmitted by
A:-Bite of bed bugs
B:-Sitting on same bench with a patient
C:-Sexual contact with a patient
D:-Shaking hands with a patient
Ans: C
48:-The incubation period of influenza is
A:-1-2 days
B:-1-2 weeks
C:-15-20 days
D:-1-6 months
Ans: A
49:-The following is a measure to control dengue fever epidemic in your locality
A:-washing hands before eating food
B:-drinking only boiled water
C:-remove all collections of water from old tyres, broken toys etc
D:-covering mouth and nose while in public places with a mask
Ans: C
50:-The following is an advice given to an ante natal woman
A:-Do not wear cotton garments
B:-Do not eat fruits in early pregnancy
C:-Do not take vitamin supplements
D:-Do not take over the counter medicines
Ans: D
51:-Which of the following is a true statement about breast feeding?
A:-Breast feeding will not help in weight gain of a newborn baby
B:-If a baby develops diarrhoea breast feeding may be stopped temporarily
C:-Breast feeding should be started 2 hours after normal delivery
D:-Breast feeding promotes bonding between mother and baby
Ans: D
52:-Meconium is __________.
A:-Blood in urine
B:-First stool of a new born
C:-Breast milk produced in the first few days after delivery
D:-Discharge from uterus after delivery
Ans: B
53:-Pentavalent vaccine will NOT protect a baby against the following disease
A:-Hepatitis
B:-Pertussis
C:-Polio
D:-Diphtheria
Ans: C
54:-Ratio of cardiac compression to ventilation in giving basic life support for an adult is
A:-15 : 2
B:-20 : 2
C:-30 : 2
D:-40 : 2
Ans: C
55:-Oral pills should not be given to a woman with
A:-Menstrual problems
B:-Hypertension
C:-Asthma
D:-Vaginal infection
Ans: B
56:-The expected date of delivery of a woman with LMP on January 20 is
A:-July 20
B:-October 20
C:-September 27
D:-October 27
Ans: D
57:-The process of developing and providing planned experiences to supply information, change attitudes and influence behavior is
A:-Health promotion
B:-Wellness
C:-Health education
D:-Coordinated school health
Ans: C
58:-An android pelvis is one which has
A:-Kidney shaped brim
B:-5th lumbar vertebra fused to sacrum
C:-Heart shaped brim
D:-Ovoid brim
Ans: C
59:-An increase in thyroid hormone results in
A:-Addison's disease
B:-Cretinism
C:-Cushing's disease
D:-Grave's disease
Ans: D
60:-The UV radiation from the sun is likely to cause ___________ in human.
A:-Skin cancer
B:-Lung cancer
C:-Liver cancer
D:-Brain cancer
Ans: A
61:-Which of the following correctly lists the items from smallest to largest?
A:-DNA, genome, chromosome, gene
B:-DNA, gene, chromosome, genome
C:-Genome, gene, DNA, chromosome
D:-Gene, genome, DNA, chromosome
Ans: B
62:-Which of the following is not a function of medulla oblongata?
A:-Coordination of skeletal muscles
B:-Control of heart beat
C:-Control of respiratory rate
D:-Control of digestion
Ans: A
63:-The normal human uterus is described as
A:-unicornuate
B:-anteverted
C:-bicornuate
D:-subseptate
Ans: B
64:-The normal head circumference in a new born baby is
A:-35-40 cm
B:-33-35 cm
C:-20-30 cm
D:-45-50 cm
Ans: B
65:-Which of the following is an indication for induction of labor?
A:-Unrealiable EDD
B:-Cephalopelvic disproportion
C:-Malpresentation
D:-Previous large baby
Ans: D
66:-__________ is a deworming agent.
A:-Permethrin
B:-Amoxycillin
C:-Mebendazole
D:-Lysol
Ans: C
