exam paper

1. auto regulation of GFR
2. pathophysiology of edema
3. phases of ATN
4. vaso motor tone, baro receptors
5. Renin-Aldost mechanism
6. types of diuretics
7. body fluid compatments
8. vit D metabolism


The following conditions indicate non accidental injuries

A. Patterned bruises
B. Bruises on the inner thighs
C. Lacerations of the mouth
D. Stocking distribution of burns
E. Bruises of similar stage of healing

The following features support kwashiorkor more than marasmus

A. Hypoalbuminaemia
B. Loss of fat
C. Oedema
D. Hepatomegaly
E. Anaemia

2. These statement is true regarding poisoning
A. Hypochromic microcytic anemia is a feature of chronic lead poisoning
B. N- acethyl cysteine is an antidote for salicylate poisoning
C. Carbon monoxide poisoning typically cause central cyanosis
D. Aspiration pneumonitis is a complication of kerosone poisoning
E. Hyperventilation is a feature of salicylate poisoning
Hypotonic dehydration can be due to
A. Persistent vomiting and diarrhea
B. Renal tubular dysfunction
C. Diabetes insipidus
D. Diuretics
E. Congenital adrenal hyperplasia in crisis

4... Regarding feeding in term infants
F A. Breast milk fortifiers are recommended during the neonatal period
T B. Weaning diet should be introduced by 4-6 months of age
F C. Breastfeeding protects against haemorrhagic disease of the newborn
T D. Iron supplementation is recommended by 4-6 months of age in breast-fed infants
F E. Breast milk is contraindicated in infants born to hepBs Ag positive mother