Histology MCQs

  1. Question: Which type of epithelial tissue is best suited for diffusion and filtration processes in the body? A) Simple squamous epithelium B) Stratified squamous epithelium C) Simple cuboidal epithelium D) Pseudostratified columnar epithelium Answer: A) Simple squamous epithelium 2. Question: Which cell type is responsible for producing and secreting collagen fibers in connective… Read More »

Physiology MCQs

  1. A 25-year-old woman presents with excessive thirst and frequent urination. Blood tests reveal hyperglycemia and glycosuria. Which hormone deficiency is responsible for these symptoms? A) Insulin B) Glucagon C) Cortisol D) Growth hormone 2. A 40-year-old male with a history of hypertension is prescribed a diuretic. Which of the following is the primary… Read More »

Forensic Medicine Mnemonics

  1. MURDER: Motive, Unnatural death, Rigor mortis, Decomposition, Ecchymosis, Rigor mortis. 2. CSI: Crime Scene Investigation. 3. COD: Cause of Death. 4. HOMICIDE: Hanging, Overdose, Motor vehicle accidents, Injuries, Child abuse, Other unnatural causes, Drowning, Environmental exposure. 5. RACE: Rape, Arson, Child abuse, Elder abuse. 6. WOUND: Weapon, Object, Unusual features, Number, Depth. 7.… Read More »

Clinical scenario questions for Forensic Medicine

  1. A 25-year-old male is brought to the emergency department after being involved in a motor vehicle accident. He was driving under the influence of alcohol and has multiple injuries. Upon examination, he has petechial hemorrhages in the conjunctivae and skin. What is the most likely cause of these findings? a) Traumatic asphyxia b)… Read More »

Plastic Surgery Mnemonics

1. “FACE” for Facelift: Facelift Achieves Cosmetic Enhancement. 2. “SASSY” for Breast Implants: Silicone And Saline Surgical Yields. 3. “POTIONS” for Injectable Fillers: Plump Out Those Indentations Or Nasolabial Sagging. 4. “NOSE” for Rhinoplasty: Nasal Osteotomy Shapes Estheticity. 5. “MASK” for Mask Ventilation: Mandible, Airway, Seal, Kilogram (pressure applied). 6. “LIP” for Liposuction: Lipo Is… Read More »

Plastic Surgery MCQs

1. Which of the following is a common complication of breast augmentation surgery? a) Hematoma b) Seroma c) Implant rupture d) Capsular contracture e) All of the above 2. During a rhinoplasty procedure, which structure is commonly manipulated to reshape the nose? a) Nasal bone b) Nasal cartilage c) Nasal mucosa d) Nasal septum e)… Read More »

Artificial Intelligence (AI) applications in interpreting ultrasound images

The use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in diagnosing ultrasound images has shown promising potential to improve accuracy, efficiency, and accessibility in medical imaging. AI algorithms can analyze ultrasound images and assist healthcare professionals in making more accurate diagnoses and treatment decisions. Here are some ways AI is being utilized in diagnosing ultrasound images: 1. Image… Read More »

Zollinger Ellison Syndrome

Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome (ZES), also known as gastrinoma, is a rare medical condition characterized by the development of tumors called gastrinomas in the pancreas or duodenum (the first part of the small intestine). These tumors are neuroendocrine tumors that produce excessive amounts of the hormone gastrin. Gastrin plays a key role in regulating stomach acid production.… Read More »

Self-assessment questions on ECG interpretation:

1. What is the normal range for the PR interval in a standard 12-lead ECG? 2. Describe the ECG findings in sinus bradycardia. 3. What are the criteria for diagnosing sinus tachycardia on an ECG? 4. Differentiate between atrial fibrillation and atrial flutter based on ECG characteristics. 5. What is the significance of the QRS… Read More »

Clinical scenario questions on chest X-ray interpretation

1. A 65-year-old smoker presents with chronic cough and weight loss. On the chest X-ray, you notice a solitary pulmonary nodule in the right upper lobe. What is your differential diagnosis, and what further imaging or tests would you order? 2. A 40-year-old male with a history of HIV infection complains of fever and productive… Read More »

Self-assessment clinical questions for microbiology

  1. Which organism is responsible for causing most cases of bacterial pneumonia in adults? A) Streptococcus pneumoniae B) Haemophilus influenzae C) Staphylococcus aureus D) Legionella pneumophila 2. A patient presents with watery diarrhea and abdominal cramps after consuming contaminated food. Which pathogen is the most likely cause? A) Escherichia coli (E. coli) B) Salmonella… Read More »

Microbiology mnemonics

  1. “GEL”: Gram-positive, Enzyme-coagulase-positive, Lancefield group A – Characteristics of Staphylococcus aureus. 2. “PECAN”: Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Enterobacter, Citrobacter, Acinetobacter, Serratia, Proteus, Escherichia coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae – Gram-negative rods (Enterobacteriaceae). 3. “SHiN”: Staphylococcus saprophyticus, Haemophilus influenzae, Neisseria gonorrhoeae – Causes of urinary tract infections (UTIs). 4. “Quelling Capsule”: Pneumococcus encapsulation demonstrated in Quellung reaction. 5.… Read More »

Nephrology mnemonics

  1. RIFLE: Risk, Injury, Failure, Loss, End-stage renal disease – A grading system for acute kidney injury. 2. FENa: Fractional Excretion of Sodium – A diagnostic marker for distinguishing prerenal from intrinsic renal causes of acute kidney injury. 3. BUN-to-creatinine ratio: Helps differentiate between prerenal and intrinsic renal causes of acute kidney injury. 4.… Read More »

Self-Assessment clinical questions for Nephrology:

  1. A 60-year-old male presents with swelling in the legs and shortness of breath. His laboratory results show elevated creatinine and reduced urine output. What could be the possible diagnosis? 2. A 45-year-old woman with diabetes mellitus has hypertension and proteinuria. How would you manage her renal condition to slow down disease progression? 3.… Read More »

Urology-related MCQs

1. Which condition is characterized by the enlargement of the prostate gland in aging males, leading to urinary obstruction? a) Prostatitis b) Bladder diverticulum c) Bladder cancer d) Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) 2. Which test is commonly used to screen for prostate cancer in men? a) Testosterone level measurement b) Digital rectal examination (DRE) c)… Read More »

Urology Mnemonics

  1. **KUB** – Kidneys, Ureters, Bladder: A radiographic abbreviation for an X-ray image of the abdomen to visualize these structures. 2. **CREST Syndrome** – A mnemonic for the features of systemic sclerosis: C – Calcinosis R – Raynaud’s phenomenon E – Esophageal dysmotility S – Sclerodactyly T – Telangiectasia 3. **Hydronephrosis** – “Backs Up”:… Read More »

100 mnemonics for oral surgery

1. ABCD: Airway, Breathing, Circulation, Disability – A quick assessment for emergency situations in oral surgery. 2. WATCH: Wound assessment (type and location), Analgesia, Tetanus status, Cleansing, and Hemostasis. 3. C-CALM: Communication, Consent, Anesthesia, Local Anesthetic, and Monitoring. 4. STOP: Skin preparation, Time out, O2 saturation check, Patient identification – A checklist before starting a… Read More »

100 clinical scenario questions for oral surgery

1. A 50-year-old patient presents with a symptomatic impacted mandibular third molar. How would you approach the extraction procedure? 2. A 30-year-old patient requires extraction of a partially erupted maxillary canine. What considerations are important in this case? 3. A 45-year-old patient with a history of smoking needs extraction of a non-restorable mandibular molar. How… Read More »

NeuroAnatomy MCQs

  1. A 32-year-old female presents with acute, severe headache, photophobia, and neck stiffness. Lumbar puncture reveals increased white blood cells and elevated protein in the cerebrospinal fluid. Question: What is the most likely diagnosis in this patient? a) Meningitis b) Encephalitis c) Subarachnoid hemorrhage d) Cerebral infarction e) Brain tumor 2. A 50-year-old male… Read More »

USMLE 2 question bank

1: A 45-year-old male with a history of hypertension presents to the emergency department with severe chest pain. The pain is crushing in nature and radiates to his left arm. He is diaphoretic and nauseous. His blood pressure is 180/110 mmHg, heart rate is 100 bpm, and respiratory rate is 20 breaths per minute. An… Read More »