Quiz on health

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1
Which one of the following
foods is likely to contain the
MOST bacteria ?
A) Frozen raw chicken.
B) Recently cooked chicken.
C) A opened fizzy drink.
D) Bottled mayonnaise.
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Answer : A

2
The six components of
wellness include physical,
emotional, intellectual,
A) Spiritual, Social and Environmental health.
B) Social, Educational and Environmental health.
C) Spiritual, Medical and Environmental health .
D) Endurance, Flexibility and Body composition.
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3
The state of healthy living
achieved by the practice of a
healthy lifestyle is known as ?
A) Fitness.
B) Health.
C) Wellness.
D) A component of social Health.
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Answer : C

4
Cardiovascular disease is ?
A) Any disease of the internal organs.
B) Any disease of the respiratory system .
C) Characterized by high blood glucose levels.
D) Any disease of the heart and blood vessels.
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5
Which of the following is an
example of a wellness
behavior ?
A) Quitting smoking.
B) Exercising regularly.
C) Sleeping 6 - Hours per night.
D) A&B only.
E) A, B and C.
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Answer : D

6
'Health' is defined as
A) The absence of illness.
B) A positive state of global well being.
C) An unobtainable ideal.
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Answer : B

7
What is a protozoan that is
commonly found in lakes and
streams that can cause severe
diarrhea ?
A) Streptococcus.
B) Giardia.
C) E. Coli.
D) Metococcus.
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Answer : B

Giardia is a genus of anaerobic flagellated protozoan
parasites.
Giardia lives inside the intestines of infected humans
or other animals. Individuals become infected through
ingesting or coming into contact with contaminated
food, soil, or water. The giardia parasite originates
from contaminated items and surfaces that have been
tainted by the feces of an infected animal.
The symptoms of Giardia, which may begin to appear
2 days after infection, include violent diarrhea, excess
gas, stomach or abdominal cramps, upset stomach,
and nausea. Resulting dehydration and nutritional
loss may need immediate treatment.

8
Malaria is caused by a
A) Protozoan.
B) Fungi.
C) Virus.
D) Bacteria.
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Answer : A

9
An insect which transmits
a disease is known as ?
A) Intermediate Host.
B) Parasite.
C) Vector.
D) Prey.
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Answer : C

Vector (epidemiology):Vector (epidemiology):
In epidemiology, a vector is
any agent (person, animal
or microorganism) that
carries and transmits an
infectious pathogen into
another living organism.
Mosquito’s are a vector for
several diseases, most
notably malaria.

10
Congenital diseases are
those which ____.
A) Are deficiency diseases.
B) Are present from time of birth.
C) Are spread from man to man.
D) Occur during life time.
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Answer : B

Congenital disorderCongenital disorder
• A congenital disorder, or congenital disease, is
a condition existing at birth and often before
birth, or that develops during the first month of
life (neonatal disease), regardless of causation.
• Of these diseases, those characterized by
structural deformities are termed "congenital
anomalies" and involve defects in or damage to
a developing fetus.

11
Which of the following is a
mismatch ?
A) Leprosy – Bacterial infection.
B) AIDS – Bacterial Infection.
C) Malaria – Protozoan Infection.
D) Elephantiasis – Nematode Infection.
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Answer : B

12
Fever, delirium, slow
pulse, abdominal tenderness
and rose coloured rash
indicate which disease ?
A) Chicken Pox.
B) Tetanus.
C) Typhoid.
D) Measles.
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Answer : C

13
Milk that can remain on
supermarket shelves, free of
microbial growth, for many years
has been processed by which of
the following methods?
A) Use of humectants.
B) Using antibiotics in animal feed.
C) Sequestrants.
D) Aseptic processing.
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Answer : D

Aseptic processingAseptic processing
Aseptic processing is the process by which a
sterile (aseptic) product (typically food or
pharmaceutical) is packaged in a sterile
container in a way that maintains sterility.
Sterility is achieved with a flash-heating
process (temperature between 91° and 146°C),
which retains more nutrients and uses less
energy than conventional sterilization
techniques such as retort or hot-fill canning.

14
The matrix of blood is
known as ?
A) Plasma.
B) Serum.
C) RBC & WBC.
D) WBC & Platelets.
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Answer : A

15
The ratio of WBC and RBC
is ?
A) 1 : 6.
B) 1 : 60.
C) 1 : 600.
D) 1 : 6000.
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Answer : C

16
The _____ produces red
blood cells, which transport
______ and some _____ ?
A) Liver, Oxygen and mineral ions.
B) Liver, Oxygen and carbon dioxide.
C) Bone marrow, Oxygen and hormones.
D) Bone marrow, Oxygen and carbon dioxide.
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Answer : D

17
A rise in blood cholesterol may lead
to deposition of cholesterol on the
walls of blood vessels. This causes the
arteries to lose their elasticity and get
stiffened. This is called ?
A) Hypertension. B) Hypotension.
C) Arteriosclerosis. D) Systolic pressure.

18
Enlargement of Thyroid
gland is due to ?
A) Vitamin – A.
B) Potassium.
C) Iodine.
D) Vitamin – D.
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Answer : C

19
The Inorganic Nutrients
are ?
A) Proteins and Fats.
B) Vitamins and Minerals.
C) Minerals and water.
D) Vitamins and Proteins.
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Answer : C

20
Which sport burns the
most calories per hour ?
A) Golf.
B) Soccer.
C) Base Ball.
D) Cricket.
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Answer : B

21
The symptoms of
Hypoglycemia include ?
A) Disturbed behavior, Over activity.
B) Increased thirst, frequent urination.
C) Impulsiveness, aggressiveness.
D) Dizziness, hunger.
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Answer : D

HypoglycemiaHypoglycemia
Hypoglycemia is a medical emergency that involves an
abnormally diminished content of glucose in the blood.
The term literally means "low sugar blood". It can produce
a variety of symptoms and effects but the principal
problems arise from an inadequate supply of glucose to
the brain, resulting in impairment of function
(neuroglycopenia).
Effects can range from mild dysphoria to more serious
issues such as seizures, unconsciousness, and (rarely)
permanent brain damage or death.

22
A vaccine reduces the
chances of getting a virus
infection by ?
A) Killing the virus.
B) Making the bone marrow produce more white
cells.
C) Prompting the body to produce antibodies.
D) Raising the body temperature.
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Answer : C

23
Which of the following are
water-borne diseases ?
A) Influenza.
B) Malaria.
C) Cholera.
D) Tuberculosis.
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Answer : C

24
The initiative "Health for all"
means ?
A.The achievement of a health level that ensures complete
physical, mental, and social well being.
B. The achievement of a health level that is based on the rights
and responsibilities of the individual as well as the society.
C. The achievement of a health level that ensures complete
physical, mental, and economic well being.
D.The provision of a health level that ensures a socially and
financially productive life for every individual.
10987654321EndAnswer : D

25
All of the following are risk
factors for hypertension,
EXCEPT
A) A high bodyweight.
B) A hereditary disposition.
C) An excessive intake of sodium.
D) The regular use of alcohol.
E) Smoking.
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Answer : D

26
The function of hemoglobin
is ?
A) Transportation of oxygen.
B) Destruction of bacteria.
C) Prevention of anemia.
D) Utilization of energy.
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Answer : A

27
Which gland in the human
body is called the master
gland ?
A) Pancreas.
B) Thyroid.
C) Pituitary.
D) Spleen.
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Answer : C

In vertebrate anatomy, the pituitary gland,
or hypophysis, is an endocrine gland about the size
of a pea and weighing 0.5 grams in humans.
It is a protrusion off the bottom of
the hypothalamus at the base of the brain, and
rests in a small, bony cavity covered by a dural fold.
The pituitary gland is
functionally connected to
the hypothalamus by
the median eminence via a
small tube called the
infundibular stem.
Pituitary glandPituitary gland

28
Malaria is a disease which
effects the
A) Heart.
B) Lungs.
C) Spleen.
D) Kidneys.
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Answer : C

SpleenSpleen
• The spleen is an organ found in
virtually all vertebrate animals.
Similar in structure to a
large lymph node, it acts
primarily as a blood filter—so it
is possible to remove the
spleen without jeopardizing life.
• The spleen plays important roles
in regard to red blood cells and
the immune system.
• It removes old red blood cells and
holds a reserve of blood in case of
hemorrhagic shock and also
recycles iron.

29
Short-sightedness can be
corrected by using ?
A) Convex lens.
B) Concave lens.
C) Convex-concave lens.
D) Concave-convex lens.
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Answer : B

30
A person with appendicitis
will most often present with
pain in the
A) Left upper quadrant.
B) Right upper quadrant.
C) Epigastric region.
D) Left lower quadrant.
E) Right lower quadrant.
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Answer : E

31
The process of maintaining a
relatively stable internal
conditions is called ?
A) Metabolism.
B) Cellular Respiration.
C) Intelligence.
D) Homeostasis.
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Answer : D

HomeostasisHomeostasis
Homeostasis is the property of a system that
regulates its internal environment and tends to
maintain a stable, relatively constant condition
of properties such as temperature or pH.
It can be either an open or closed system. In
simple terms, it is a process in which the body's
internal environment is kept stable.

32
Which type of nutrient is
important in building cell
structures, insulating the body,
and providing an energy-rich fuel
reserve ?
A) Proteins.
B) Fats.
C) Minerals.
D) Carbohydrates.
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Answer : B

33
The smallest of the
FORMED elements of the
blood are the ?
a) White cells.
b) Red cells.
c) Platelets.
d) Erythrocytes.
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Answer : C

PlateletPlatelet
Platelets, or thrombocytes, are small, disk shaped clear cell
fragments (i.e. cells that do not have a nucleus), 2–3 μm in
diameter, which are derived from fragmentation of
precursor megakaryocytes.
The average lifespan of a platelet is normally just 5 to 9 days.
Platelets are a natural source of growth factors. They circulate
in the blood of mammals and are involved in hemostasis,
leading to the formation of blood clots.
If the number of platelets is too low, excessive bleeding can
occur. However, if the number of platelets is too high, blood
clots can form, which may obstruct blood vessels and result in
such events as a stroke, myocardial infarction, pulmonary
embolism or the blockage of blood vessels to other parts of the
body, such as the extremities of the arms or legs.

34
Which of the following is NOT
a function of the kidney ?
A) Excretion of urea.
B) Regulation of fluids and electrolytes.
C) Elimination of toxic substances.
D) Defecation.
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Answer : D

DefecationDefecation
• Defecation is the final act of digestion, by
which organisms eliminate solid, semisolid,
and/or liquid waste material (feces) from
the digestive tract via the anus.

35
Is a branch of medicine that
deals with diseases of
the Respiratory system ?
A) Immunology.
B) Pulmonology.
C) Nephrology.
D) Endocrinology.
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Answer : B

36
Is the branch of medicine that
incorporates the study
of liver, Gallbladder,Biliary tree,
and Pancreas ?
A) Immunology.
B) Hemotology.
C) Hepatology.
D) Endocrinology.
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Answer : C

37
Drugs that alter one's
mood are called ?
A) Psychedelic.
B) Psychoactive.
C) Addictive.
D) Neurological.
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Answer : B

38
The ingredient in alcoholic
beverages that affects the body
is _________.
A) Ethanol.
B) Methanol.
C) Grain alcohol.
D) All of the above.
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Answer : A

39
What water soluble vitamin is
sometimes prescribed by
physicians to treat high blood
cholesterol levels ?
A) B1.
B) B12.
C) B6.
D) B3.
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Answer : D

BB –– Complex VitaminsComplex Vitamins
Eight of the water-soluble vitamins are known as the
vitamin B - complex group: thiamin (vitamin B1),
riboflavin (vitamin B2), niacin (vitamin B3), vitamin
B6 (pyridoxine), folate (folic acid), vitamin B12, biotin
and pantothenic acid.
The ‘B’ vitamins are widely distributed in foods and
their influence is felt in many parts of the body. They
function as coenzymes that help the body obtain
energy from food. The ‘B’ vitamins are also important
for normal appetite, good vision, and healthy skin,
nervous system, and red blood cell formation.

40
What type of phytochemical
is found in red foods such as
apples, beets, cherries, and
cranberries ?
A) Lutien.
B) Beta - Carotene.
C) Alliums.
D) Anthocyanins.
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Answer : D

AnthocyaninAnthocyanin
• Anthocyanins are water-
soluble vacuolar pigments that may appear red,
purple, or blue depending on the pH.
• They belong to a parent class of molecules
called flavonoids synthesized via the
phenylpropanoid pathway; they are odorless and
nearly flavorless, contributing to taste as a
moderately astringent sensation.
• Anthocyanins occur in all tissues of higher plants,
including leaves, stems, roots, flowers, and fruits.

41
Ascorbic acid or ascorbate is
also know as ?
A) Vitamin - D.
B) Vitamin - C.
C) Vitamin - E.
D) Vitamin - A.
E) Vitamin - K.
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Answer : B

42
Hemoglobin formation
needs both ?
a) Iron and Zinc.
b) Iron and Calcium.
c) Iron and Copper.
d) Iron and Magnesium.
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Answer : C

43
A high intake of antibiotics
will kill the bacteria living the
gut which synthesize ?
a) Vitamin K.
b) Vitamin B12.
c) Vitamin C.
d) Vitamin A.
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Answer : A

44
Vitamin ‘C’ is required for
the production and
maintenance of ?
a) Collagen.
b) Hormone.
c) Ascorbic Acid.
d) Red Blood Cells.
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Answer : A

CollagenCollagen
Collagen is a group of naturally occurring proteins found in animals,
especially in the flesh and connective tissues of vertebrates. It is the
main component of connective tissue, and is the most abundant
protein in mammals, making up about 25% to 35% of the whole-
body protein content.
Collagen, in the form of elongated fibrils, is mostly found in fibrous
tissues such as tendon, ligament and skin, and is also abundant in
cornea, cartilage, bone, blood vessels, the gut, and intervertebral
disc.
The fibroblast is the most common cell which creates collagen.
Vitamin C deficiency causes scurvy, a serious and painful disease in
which defective collagen prevents the formation of strong connective
tissue. Gums deteriorate and bleed, with loss of teeth; skin discolors,
and wounds do not heal.

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function of Vitamin B-12 ?
a) Influences the cells that build bone tissue.
b) Is essential to the formation of bone.
c) Helps maintain acid-base balance.
d) Maintains the sheaths that surround and
protect nerve fibers.

Vitamin B12Vitamin B12
• Vitamin B-12 also called cobalamin, is a water-soluble
vitamin with a key role in the normal functioning of
the brain and nervous system, and for the formation of blood.
It is one of the eight B vitamins. It is normally involved in the
metabolism of every cell of the human body, especially
affecting DNA synthesis and regulation, but also fatty
acid synthesis and energy production.
• Vitamin B12 deficiency can potentially cause severe and
irreversible damage, especially to the brain and nervous
system. At levels only slightly lower than normal, a range of
symptoms such as fatigue, depression, and poor memory may
be experienced.

46
Iron is lost from the body
through all of the following
EXCEPT ?
a) Urine.
b) Feces.
c) Sweat.
d) Saliva.
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Answer : D

47
Rama walks 4 miles every other
day. Which of the following
components of fitness is she
improving the most ?
a) Cardio respiratory.
b) Musculoskeletal Fitness.
c) Flexibility.
d) Body composition.
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Answer : A

48
Signs of dehydration during
heavy exercise include all of
the following EXCEPT for
a) An increase in rating of perceived exercise.
b) An increase in appetite.
c) An increase in heart rate.
d) A decrease in urine output.
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Answer : B

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warning sign of heat stroke ?
a) Thirst.
b) Rapid strong pulse.
c) Profuse sweating.
d) Cool, moist skin.
e) Muscle cramps.
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Answer : B

50
What is the main nutrient
needed to build and repair
muscle ?
a) Alcohol.
b) Protein.
c) Carbohydrate.
d) Fat.
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Answer : B

51
What types of activities
are at the top of the physical
activity pyramid ?
a) Walking, climbing stairs, light biking.
b) Brisk walking, basketball, soccer.
c) Watching TV and computer use.
d) Stretching, yoga, weight lifting.
e) Racket ball, jogging, Pilates.
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Answer : C

52
Which one of the following
series represents the correct
path of blood circulation ?
a) Left atrium, left ventricle, lungs, right atrium, right ventricle, body
b) Right atrium, right ventricle, lungs, left atrium, left ventricle, body
c) Left atrium, left ventricle, right atrium, right ventricle, lungs, body
d) Right atrium, lungs, right ventricle, left atrium, body, left ventricle
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53
Pulse beat is measured
from ?
a) Artery.
b) Vein.
c) Capillary.
d) Nerve.
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Answer : A

ArteryArtery
Arteries are blood vessels that carry oxygenated blood away from
the heart. There are two exceptions to this norm, the pulmonary and
the umbilical arteries.
The Effective Arterial Blood Volume (EABV) is that extra cellular
fluid (ECF) which fills the arterial system.
The circulatory system is vital for sustaining life. Its proper
functioning is responsible for the delivery of oxygen and nutrients to
all cells, as well as the removal of carbon dioxide and waste products,
the maintenance of optimum pH, and the circulation of proteins and
cells of the immune system.
In developed countries, the two leading causes of death, myocardial
infarction (heart attack), and stroke, may each directly result from
an arterial system that has been slowly and progressively
compromised by years of deterioration.

54
Blood Pressure is measured
by ?
a) Electrocardiogram.
b) Sthescope.
c) Clinical thermometer.
d) Sphygmomanometer.
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Answer : D

55
The maximum amount of air
a person can exhale after
taking the deepest breath
possible is the ___
a) Total lung capacity.
b) Inspiratory reserve volume.
c) Vital capacity.
d) Expiratory reserve volume.
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Answer : C
In a normal, healthy adult human, it is about 4-5 liters.

56
Anatomy is a term, which
means the study of _____.
a) Physiology.
b) Morphology.
c) Cell functions.
d) Human functions.
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Answer : B

Morphology (biology)Morphology (biology)
• In biology, morphology is a branch of bioscience dealing with
the study of the form and structure of organisms and their
specific structural features.
• This includes aspects of the outward appearance (shape,
structure, colour, pattern) as well as the form and structure of
the internal parts like bones and organs.
Branches of morphology
• "Anatomy" is the study of the form and structure of internal
features of an organism.
• "Eidonomy" is the study of the form and structure of the
external features of an organism.

57
The skin belongs to the
_____ system.
a) Nervous.
b) Integumentary .
c) Circulatory.
d) Muscular.
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Answer : B

Integumentary systemIntegumentary system
• The integumentary system is the organ system that protects the
body from various kinds of damage, such as loss of water or
abrasion from outside.
• The system comprises the skin and its
appendages (including hair, scales, feathers, hooves, and nails).
• The integumentary system has a variety of functions; it may
serve to waterproof, cushion, and protect the deeper tissues,
excrete wastes, and regulate temperature, and is the
attachment site for sensory receptors to detect pain, sensation,
pressure, and temperature. In most terrestrial vertebrates with
significant exposure to sunlight, the integumentary system also
provides for vitamin D synthesis.

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The function of the _____ is
to remove soluble wastes
from the body.
a) Lungs.
b) Gastrointestinal tract.
c) Kidneys.
d) Skin.
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Answer : C

59
A _____ section divides the
body into right and left.
a) Coronal.
b) Transverse.
c) Sagittal.
d) Frontal.
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Answer : C

Sagittal planeSagittal plane
Sagittal plane is
a vertical plane
which passes
from ventral
(front) to dorsal
(rear) dividing
the body into
right and left
halves.

60
The exchanging of gases for
the purpose of producing
energy is called _____.
a) Breathing.
b) Respiration.
c) Circulation.
d) Responsiveness.
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Answer : B

61
The risk factors for type - 2
diabetes mellitus include ?
a) Family history.
b) Being overweight.
c) Being a member of a high-risk population.
d) All of the options listed are correct.
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Type 2 diabetesType 2 diabetes -- Risk factorsRisk factors
• Weight.
• Fat distribution.
• Inactivity. The less active you are, the greater your risk of type 2
diabetes. Physical activity helps you control your weight, uses up
glucose as energy and makes your cells more sensitive to insulin.
• Family history. The risk of type 2 diabetes increases if your parent
or sibling has type 2 diabetes.
• Race. Although it's unclear why, people of certain races —
including blacks, Hispanics, American Indians and Asian-
Americans — are more likely to develop type 2 diabetes than
whites are.
• Age. The risk of type 2 diabetes increases as you get older,
especially after age 45. That's probably because people tend to
exercise less, lose muscle mass and gain weight as they age.

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When a pregnant woman
develops diabetes mellitus it
is called _____.
a) Gestational diabetes.
b) Type - 2 diabetes mellitus.
c) Type - 1 diabetes mellitus.
d) Diabetes insipidus.
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Answer : A

Gestational diabetesGestational diabetes
• Gestational diabetes (or gestational diabetes
mellitus, GDM) is a condition in which women without
previously diagnosed diabetes exhibit high blood
glucose levels during pregnancy (especially during their
third trimester).
• Gestational diabetes is caused when the insulin receptors
do not function properly. This is likely due to pregnancy-
related factors such as the presence of human placental
lactogen that interferes with susceptible insulin
receptors.
• This in turn causes inappropriately elevated blood sugar
levels.

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Type - 2 diabetes can be
prevented or delayed
through _____.
a) Lifestyle interventions.
b) Exercise.
c) Weight loss.
d) All of the options listed are correct.
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Answer : D

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A fasting blood glucose test
level of ________is considered
normal.
a) 50 mg/dl to 69 mg/dl.
b) 70 mg/dl to 99 mg/dl.
c) 100 mg/dl to 125 mg/dl.
d) 126 mg/dl or higher on two separate tests.
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Answer : B

65
Among female children and
adolescents, the first sign of
type - 1 diabetes may be____
a) Rapid weight gain.
b) Constipation.
c) Genital candidiasis.
d) Insomnia.
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Answer : C
The signs and symptoms
that suggest type 1 diabetes
include excessive thirst,
hunger, urination,
weight loss, fatigue,
irritability, blurred vision,
and infection with candida
albicans (also known as
yeast infections).

66
Diabetics are at increased risk
of heart disease if they also ____
a) Smoke.
b) Have high HDL cholesterol levels.
c) Take aspirin.
d) Consume a high - fiber diet.
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Answer : A

Types of DiabetesTypes of Diabetes
There are three main types of diabetes mellitus (DM).
Type 1 DM results from the body's failure to produce insulin, and
currently requires the person to inject insulin or wear an insulin
pump. This form was previously referred to as "insulin-dependent
diabetes mellitus" (IDDM) or "juvenile diabetes".
Type 2 DM results from insulin resistance, a condition in which cells
fail to use insulin properly, sometimes combined with an absolute
insulin deficiency. This form was previously referred to as non
insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (NIDDM) or "adult-onset
diabetes".
The third main form, gestational diabetes occurs when pregnant
women without a previous diagnosis of diabetes develop a high
blood glucose level. It may precede development of type 2 DM.

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Untreated diabetes may
result in all of the following
except ?
a) Blindness.
b) Cardiovascular disease.
c) Kidney disease.
d) Tinnitus.
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Answer : D

TinnitusTinnitus
Tinnitus meaning "ringing" is the perception of sound
within the human ear (ringing of the ears) when no
actual sound is present.
Tinnitus is not a disease, but a condition that can
result from a wide range of underlying causes:
neurological damage, ear infections, oxidative stress,
foreign objects in the ear, nasal allergies that prevent
fluid drain, wax build-up, and exposure to loud
sounds.

68
All of the following are
lifestyle recommendations for
preventing low back pain
except ?
a)Quitting smoking.
b)Standing up every hour to improve circulation
of the lower back.
c) Taking prescribed pain medications daily.
d)Warming up thoroughly before engaging in
any vigorous activity.
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Answer : C

69
Gas exchange between the
oxygen and carbon dioxide
takes place in the ?
a) Heart.
b) Kidney.
c) Lungs.
d) Intestine.
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Answer : C

70
Identify the disease ?
a) Leishmania.
b) Elephantiasis.
c) Amoebiasis.
d) Tetnaus.
10987654321End
Answer : B
Is a disease that is characterized by the thickening of the skin
and underlying tissues, especially in the legs and male genitals.

71
An effective vaccine
does not exist for the common
cold because ?
a)The toxin producing the symptoms cannot be inactivated.
b) It is not possible to culture the causative agent.
c) The causative agent has not been identified.
d)There are too many antigenically different
microorganisms causing the cold.
10987654321EndAnswer : B

72
A patient is suspicious of
having breast cancer. What
type of test will a physician
conduct to diagnose cancer ?
a) Blood Test.
b) Pap Test.
c) CT Scan.
d) Mammography.
10987654321End
Answer : D

MammographyMammography
Mammography is the process of using low-energy X-
rays (usually around 30 kVp) to examine the
human breast and is used as a diagnostic and a
screening tool.
• The goal of mammography is the early detection
of breast cancer, typically through detection of
characteristic masses and/or microcalcifications.

73
Chances for Lung Cancer is
more from the given
environment conditions ?
a) Coal Mining.
b) Bauxite Mining.
c) Cement factory.
d) Calcium Fluoride.
10987654321End
Answer : A

74
What is the most common
cancer among men ?
a) Leukemia.
b) Prostate.
c) Colon.
d) Rectal.
10987654321End
Answer : B

ProstateProstate
• The prostate is a compound
tubuloalveolar exocrine gland of
the male reproductive system in
most mammals.
• It differs considerably among
species anatomically, chemically,
and physiologically.
• Prostate cancer is one of the
most common cancers affecting
older men and a significant
cause of death for elderly men.

75
Cancer is more common in
older people because
a) Their immune systems have degenerated.
b) The supply of certain hormones declines with age.
c) A change in the rate of cell replacement takes place.
d) They have accumulated more mutations.
e) Their bodies are unable to adjust to the changing
environment.

76
Which of the following might
indicate the presence of a
developing skin cancer ?
a) Persistent coughing.
b) Change in bowel habits.
c) Difficulty in swallowing.
d) A sore that does not heal.
10987654321End
Answer : D

Skin cancer symptomsSkin cancer symptoms
Skin cancers can appear asSkin cancers can appear as
• A spot or sore that does not heal within 4
weeks.
• A spot or sore that continues to itch, hurt, scab,
crust or bleed for more than 4 weeks.
• Areas where the skin has broken down or
become an ulcer, you can't think of a reason for
this change, and it does not heal within 4
weeks.

77
An infant born between 38
and 42 weeks after conception
is considered ?
a) A preterm infant.
b) A teratogen.
c) A full-term infant.
d) An embryon.
10987654321End
Answer : C

78
An ophthalmoscope is
a) A device for measuring how far you can see in each
direction.
b) A device for looking at electrical waveforms.
c) A device for inspecting the interior of the eye.
d) Specifically for testing children's vision.
e) A tube inserted into eyes through the pupil.
10987654321End
Answer : C

79
How is myopia
(shortsightedness) treated ?
a) Positive no. glasses.
b) Negative no. glasses.
c) No glasses.
d) None of the above.
10987654321End
Answer : B
Hyperopia ( long-sightedness – positive no. glasses)

80
What is cataract ?
a) It affects the lens.
b) It affects the cornea.
c) It affects the retina.
d) None of the above.
10987654321End
Answer : A

81
A Third degree burn is ?
a) Less severe than a second degree burn.
b) Dangerous only if it affects the mouth, eyes or
face.
c) Often characterized by black charred skin.
d) Not serious enough to activate EMS.
10987654321End Answer : C

82
One of your friends has cut
his arm and is bleeding
severely. How do you treat his
injury ?
a) Put the injured limb in some cold water.
b) Apply direct pressure over the wound.
c) Give him an aspirin.
d) Leave as it is. 10987654321EndAnswer : B

• Apply direct pressure
over the wound with
your hand using a clean
dressing.
• If you don’t have a
dressing, ask him to
apply pressure himself.
• Maintain direct pressure
on the wound to control
bleeding.

83
Your colleague is complaining of
breathlessness and a tight pain in
the chest. You suspect a heart
attack. What should you do ?
a) Get him to lay down flat.
b) Encourage him to stand up and move around
slowly.
c) Sit him in a comfortable position.
d) Try to Call ambulance.
10987654321End
Answer : C

• You need to ease the
strain on his heart,
so make him as
comfortable as
possible.
• A half-sitting
position, with his
head and shoulders
supported and his
knees bent is best.

84
Vaccination helps in
controlling diseases because
a) It kills the pathogens causing disease.
b) It does not allow pathogens to multiply in hosts.
c) It blocks the food supplied to pathogens.
d) It develops resistance against the pathogen
attack.

85
When the heart becomes weaker
and less efficient at pumping
blood, the blood may back up in
the veins and cause a condition
known as ?
a) Myocardial infarction.
b) Congestive heart failure.
c) Stroke.
d) Ventricular fibrillation.
10987654321End
Answer : B

86
A person's resting blood
pressure is 190/90 mm Hg.
What condition is present ?
a) Arrhythmia.
b) Stroke.
c) Hypertension.
d) Embolism.
10987654321End
Answer : C

HypertensionHypertension
Hypertension (HTN) or high blood pressure, sometimes called arterial
hypertension, is a chronic medical condition in which the blood
pressure in the arteries is elevated.
This requires the heart to work harder than normal to circulate blood
through the blood vessels.
Blood pressure is summarised by two
measurements, systolic and diastolic, which depend on whether the
heart muscle is contracting (systole) or relaxed between beats
(diastole) and equate to a maximum and minimum pressure,
respectively.
Normal blood pressure at rest is within the range of 100-140mmHg
systolic (top reading) and 60-90mmHg diastolic (bottom reading).
High blood pressure is said to be present if it is persistently at or
above 140/90 mmHg.

87
Hypertension is caused by all
of the following EXCEPT ?
a) Periodic elevated blood pressure.
b) Levels narrowed blood vessels.
c) Hardened arteries.
d) High salt intake in the diet.
10987654321End
Answer : A

88
An ECG measures ________.
a) Blood pressure.
b) The electrical activity of the heart.
c) Blood volume.
d) The pumping action of the heart.
10987654321End
Answer : B

89
The main function of valves
within the circulatory system
is to __________.
a) Stop the circulation whenever necessary.
b) Permit blood to circulate rapidly.
c) Prevent blood from moving in the wrong direction.
d) Prevent blood from moving too rapidly.
10987654321End Answer : B

90
The difference between the
systolic and diastolic pressures
is called the
a) Mean arterial blood pressure.
b) Blood pressure.
c) Pulse pressure.
d) End-ventricular pressure.
10987654321End
Answer : C

91
Severely damaged joints can be
replaced with artificial joints. The
correct term for this procedure is
which of the following ?
a) Prosthesis.
b) Ankylosis.
c) Arthroplasty.
d) Crepitus.
10987654321End
Answer : C

92
The disease chikunguniya
is transmitted by ?
a) House flies.
b) Aedes mosquitoes.
c) Cockroach.
d) Female Anopheles.
10987654321End
Answer : B

ChikungunyaChikungunya
Chikungunya virus (CHIKV) is an arthropod-borne virus, of the
genus Alphavirus, that is transmitted to humans by virus-
carrying Aedes mosquitoes. There have been recent breakouts
of CHIKV associated with severe illness.
CHIKV infection causes an illness with symptoms similar
to dengue fever, with an acute febrile phase of the illness
lasting only two to five days, followed by a
prolonged arthralgic disease that affects the joints of the
extremities.
The pain associated with
CHIKV infection of the joints
persists for weeks or months or
in some cases years.
AedesAedes

93
Which group of symptoms are
indicative of pneumonia ?
a) Difficulty in respiration, fever, chills, cough, headache.
b) Constipation, abdominal pain, cramps and blood clots.
c) Nasal congestion and discharge, cough, sore throat and
headache.
d) High fever, weakness, stomach pain, loss of appetite.
10987654321End Answer : A

PneumoniaPneumonia
Pneumonia is an inflammatory condition of the lung —
affecting primarily the microscopic air sacs known as alveoli.
It is usually caused by infection with viruses or bacteria and less
commonly other microorganisms, certain drugs and other
conditions such as autoimmune diseases.
Typical symptoms include a cough, chest pain, fever,
and difficulty breathing.
Vaccines to prevent certain types of pneumonia are available.
Treatment depends on the underlying cause. Presumed
bacterial pneumonia is treated with antibiotics. If the
pneumonia is severe, the affected person is generally admitted
to hospital.

94
Diseases are broadly grouped
into infectious and non-infectious
diseases. In the list given below,
identify the infectious diseases.
i. Cancer
ii. Influenza
iii. Allergy
iv. Small pox
(a) i and ii (b) ii and iii (c) iii and iv (d) ii and iv
10987654321End
Answer : D

95
Ancient methods of food
preservation include
A) Pasteurizing and sterilizing.
B) Canning, blanching, and irradiating.
C) Freezing and boiling.
D) Drying, smoking, and fermenting.
10987654321End
Answer : D

96
What item in the kitchen
may be the most
contaminated item ?
A) Sponge.
B) Sink.
C) Dishwasher.
D) Counter top.
E) Cooking utensils.
10987654321End
Answer : A

97
What should be done if you
are unsure about the safety
of a food ?
A) Smell it.
B) Examine closely under good lighting.
C) Throw it out.
D) Reheat thoroughly.
E) Take a small taste.
10987654321End
Answer : C

98
What agency is responsible
for ensuring safe and
accurately labeled meat,
poultry and eggs ?
A) Food and Drug Administration.
B) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service.
C) Food Safety and Inspection Service.
D) Environmental Protection Agency.
E) World Health Organization.
10987654321End
Answer : C

99
What is the term for using a
biological or chemical agent to
frighten, threaten, coerce,
injure, or kill individuals ?
A) Terrorism.
B) Bioterrorism.
C) Food biosecurity.
D) Food tampering.
10987654321End
Answer : B

100
How many chambers are
there in Human heart ?
A) Two.
B) Four.
C) Six.
D) Eight.
10987654321End
Answer : B

1
If the human body
temperature drops slightly
below 37°C (98.6°F) the
following occurs ?
A) Chemical reactions continue at life sustaining rates.
B) Death takes place.
C) Metabolic reactions become faster.
D) Metabolic reactions become slower.
10987654321End
Answer : D

2
Which is the longest bone in
the human body ?
A) Neck.
B) Collar Bone.
C) Thigh Bone (Femur).
D) Fibula (lower leg).
10987654321End
Answer : B

3
A person who is legally blind
has visual acuity _______
A) Of 20 / 100 or less.
B) Between 20 / 50 and 20 / 70.
C) Of 20 / 200 or less.
D) Between 20 / 70 and 20 / 200.
10987654321End
Answer : C
Visual acuity (VA) is acuteness or clearness of vision, which is dependent
on the sharpness of the retinal focus within the eye and the sensitivity of
the interpretative faculty of the brain.

• Normal visual acuity is commonly referred to as 20/20 vision,
the metric equivalent of which is 6/6 vision.
• In an eye exam, lenses of varying powers are used to precisely
correct for refractive errors. English alphabet letters are
typically used as most people will recognise them.
• If person visual acuity is 20/40, the 20 is the distance in feet
between the subject and the chart. The 40 means that the
subject can read the chart (from 20 feet away) as well as a
normal person could read the same chart from 40 feet away.
• This is calculated by finding the smallest optotype they can
identify and calculating the distance at which it has a visual
angle of 5 arcminutes.
VISUAL ACUITYVISUAL ACUITY

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