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Q-1 Incidence of TB in a community measured by: – Telegram Channel par sab milta hai, join 👉 @ayurveda_sidhi
(A)Sputum Smear Positivity (B)Positive Tuberculin Test (C)Sputum Culture (D)Mantoux Test Positive
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(A) Sputum Smear Positivity
Explanation: Sputum smear positivity is a rapid and inexpensive test that detects the presence of Mycobacterium tuberculosis bacteria in coughed-up phlegm, indicating active TB infection and potential transmission within the community.
Q-2 Wild poliomyelitis is still endemic in – Telegram Channel par sab milta hai, join 👉 @ayurveda_sidhi
(A)Sri Lanka (B)Pakistan (C)India (D)Nepal
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(B) Pakistan
Explanation: As of March 2024, wild poliovirus cases have been eliminated in most countries, but Pakistan remains one of the three endemic countries along with Afghanistan and a few African nations.
Q – 3 Zoonoses doesn’t include – Telegram Channel par sab milta hai, join 👉 @ayurveda_sidhi
(A)Plague (B)Rabies (C)Anthrax (D)Tetanus
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(D) Tetanus
Explanation: Tetanus is caused by Clostridium tetani bacteria, commonly found in soil and animal manure. It’s not transmitted directly between animals and humans but through contaminated wounds. Plague, rabies, and anthrax are all zoonotic diseases.
Q-4 Which of the following is a zoonotic disease – Telegram Channel par sab milta hai, join 👉 @ayurveda_sidhi
Explanation: Hydatid cyst is caused by the larval stage of the Echinococcus tapeworm, transmitted from dogs to humans through contaminated food or water. Malaria, filariasis, and dengue fever are not zoonotic.
Q-5 HIV post exposure prophylaxis should be Started in: – Telegram Channel par sab milta hai, join 👉 @ayurveda_sidhi
(A)24 Hours (B)48 Hours (C)72 Hours (D)6 Hours
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(C) 72 Hours
Explanation: PEP, or post-exposure prophylaxis, for HIV is most effective when initiated within 72 hours (ideally within 24 hours) after a potential exposure to reduce the risk of infection.
Q – 6 An adult is considered to be Overweight if he/she has the BMI: – Telegram Channel par sab milta hai, join 👉 @ayurveda_sidhi
(A)> 18.5 (B)None (C)>20 (D)>25
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(D) >25
Explanation: Body Mass Index (BMI) is a weight-to-height ratio used to assess weight status. Overweight in adults is defined as a BMI between 25 and 29.9, while obesity is classified as a BMI of 30 or greater.
Q-7 labarotary Investigaion to diagnose Typhoid fever – Telegram Channel par sab milta hai, join 👉 @ayurveda_sidhi
(A)Flip Test (B)Parasites Test (C)NS1 Test (D)Widal Test
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(D) Widal Test
Explanation: The Widal test is a traditional serological test that detects antibodies against Salmonella typhi bacteria, the causative agent of typhoid fever. However, it has limitations due to cross-reactions with other infections. Newer, more specific tests like blood cultures and rapid diagnostic tests (RDTs) are preferred.
Q-8 Caustaive organism for Hepatitis A – Telegram Channel par sab milta hai, join 👉 @ayurveda_sidhi
Explanation: Hepatitis A is a viral infection caused by the Hepatitis A virus, an enterovirus. Hepadnavirus causes Hepatitis B, viroids are not viruses but infectious agents with a smaller structure, and Valcivirus causes chickenpox and shingles.
Q-9 what is mode of Transmission of AIDS – Telegram Channel par sab milta hai, join 👉 @ayurveda_sidhi
Explanation: HIV, the virus that causes AIDS, is primarily transmitted through unprotected sexual contact, sharing contaminated needles or syringes, and from mother to child during pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding. Handshakes, hugging, and mosquito bites are not modes of transmission.
Q-10 the disease Transmitted from animals To human is called as – Telegram Channel par sab milta hai, join 👉 @ayurveda_sidhi
(A)Zoonotic (B)Viral (C)Bacterial (D)Fomite
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(A) Zoonotic
Explanation: Zoonotic diseases are those transmissible between animals and humans. Examples include rabies, influenza, and plague.
Q-11 which of the Following factors can Increase the risk of being Overweight and obese – Telegram Channel par sab milta hai, join 👉 @ayurveda_sidhi
(A)Lack Of Sleep (B)Birth Weight (C)Dietary Pattern (D)All Of The Above
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(D) All of the Above
Explanation: Multiple factors contribute to weight gain, including:
Dietary Pattern: Unhealthy eating habits like high intake of processed foods, sugary drinks, and excessive portion sizes.
Lack of Sleep: Insufficient sleep can disrupt hormones that regulate appetite and metabolism.
Birth Weight: Low birth weight or excessive birth weight may increase the risk of obesity later in life.
Q-12 which is the Diagnostic test to confirm Diabetes Mellitus – Telegram Channel par sab milta hai, join 👉 @ayurveda_sidhi
(A)HbA1C (B)NS1 (C)Widal (D)Thyroid Test
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(A) HbA1C
Explanation: Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1C) is a blood test that reflects average blood sugar levels over the past 2-3 months, providing a more comprehensive picture of diabetes control compared to a single blood sugar measurement. Widal test is for typhoid, NS1 is for Dengue, and thyroid test is for thyroid disorders.
Q-13 Which of the following would NOT be considered an emerging disease? – Telegram Channel par sab milta hai, join 👉 @ayurveda_sidhi
Explanation: While tuberculosis remains a significant public health concern, it’s not classified as an emerging disease due to its long-established presence. Emerging diseases are newly identified or rapidly increasing in incidence.
Q-14 varicella is synonyms of – Telegram Channel par sab milta hai, join 👉 @ayurveda_sidhi
Explanation: Varicella is the medical term for chickenpox, a highly contagious childhood illness caused by the varicella-zoster virus. Monkeypox, smallpox, and measles are distinct viral diseases with different symptoms and transmission routes.
Q-15 what is mode of transmission of Malaria fever – Telegram Channel par sab milta hai, join 👉 @ayurveda_sidhi
(A)Air Droplets (B)Respiratory (C)Mosquito (D)Blood Born
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(C) Mosquito
Explanation: Malaria is a parasitic disease transmitted through the bite of infected female Anopheles mosquitoes. Air droplets, respiratory transmission, and blood-borne routes are not typical ways malaria spreads.
Q-16 which of the following is not a type of Malaria – Telegram Channel par sab milta hai, join 👉 @ayurveda_sidhi
Explanation: The four main types of malaria parasites that infect humans are Plasmodium falciparum, Plasmodium vivax, Plasmodium ovale, and Plasmodium malariae. Plasmodium renali is not a recognized human malaria parasite.
Q – 17 Dengue is also called as – Telegram Channel par sab milta hai, join 👉 @ayurveda_sidhi
Explanation: Dengue fever is often referred to as breakbone fever due to the severe muscle and joint pain it can cause. Yellow fever, orange fever, and nematode fever are not related to dengue.
Q-18 national Tuberculosis institute is Located in – Telegram Channel par sab milta hai, join 👉 @ayurveda_sidhi
(A)New Delhi (B)Chingelput (CBangalore (D)Chennai
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(C) Banglore
Q-19 highest level of Health care is – Telegram Channel par sab milta hai, join 👉 @ayurveda_sidhi
(A)Primary Health Care (B)Tertiary (C)Child Care (D)Secondary Level Care
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(B) Tertiary
Explanation: The healthcare system is typically tiered, with primary care (basic health services) at the foundation, secondary care (specialists and hospitals) at the intermediate level, and tertiary care (highly specialized services and research institutions) at the top. Child care focuses on pediatric health, not the overall healthcare hierarchy.
Q-20 which of the Following is re-emerging disease. – Telegram Channel par sab milta hai, join 👉 @ayurveda_sidhi
(A)COVID (B)Dengue (C)Swine Flue (D)Obesity
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(C) Swine Flu
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