Name of the University : The Tamilnadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University
Degree : PG Diploma in Child Health (D.C.H.)
Subject Code/Name : 3013 Basic Sciences related to Paediatrics
Paper : I
Document Type : Question Bank
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Basic Sciences related to Paediatrics :
September 2008 :
I. Essay questions : (2 X 20 = 40)
1. Discuss the embryology related to development of kidneys, ureter and urinary bladder. Discuss the anomalies of male and external genitalia in view of embryology.
2. Discuss the composition of body fluids, regulation of osmolality and volume. Also discuss sodium metabolism and common causes of hypernatremia.
II. Write short notes on : (10 X 6 = 60)
1. Non immunological responses to viral infections.
2. Morphology of vibrio cholerae.
3. Pharmacological actions of aspirin.
4. Major pathways of carbohydrate metabolism.
5. Specific anatomic structure of fetal circulation.
6. Development of Breasts.
7. Pathogenesis of infectious mononucleosis.
8. Classification of human helminthes.
9. Life cycle of tenia solium.
10. Physiological functions of thyroid stimulating hormone.
March -2009 :
I. Essay questions : (2 X 20 = 40)
1. Discuss formation and circulation of C.S.F in a child – causes and management of Hydrocephalus in a child.
2. Describe the management of severe dehydration in a 4 year old child. Mention the common electrolyte disorders seen in diarrheal dehydration and discuss the management.
II. Write short notes on : (10 X 6 = 60)
1. Digoxin toxicity.
2. Life cycle of plasmodium falciparum.
3. Pathogenesis and pathology of acute glomerulo rephritis .
4. Management of barbiturate poisoning.
5. Fetal circulation.
6. Development of cardio vascular system.
7. Trichuriasis.
8. Prevention of perinatal transmission of HIV.
9. Physiological jaundice.
10. Potassium sparing diuretics.
September – 2009 :
I. Essay questions : (2 X 20 = 40)
1. Discuss Peripheral smear.
2. Discuss important lung function test in paediatric practice.
II. Write short notes on : (10 X 6 = 60)
1. Macroglossia
2. Newer anti convulsants
3. Congenital cataract in both eyes
4. Enuresis
5. Cyanotic spell
6. Newer vaccines
7. Advantages of breast milk
8. Coomb’s test
9. Vital capacity
10. Clotting mechanism of blood
September 2010 :
I. Essay questions : (2 X 20 = 40)
1. Discuss the development of brain and Aetiology of Hydrocephalus.
2. Discuss the Biochemical changes in Protein Energy Malnutrition (PEM).
II. Write short notes on : (10 X 6 = 60)
1. Genetics of Downs Syndrome.
2. Structures in the Anterior Mediastinum.
3. Course of the Seventh Cranial Nerve.
4. Newer Diagnostic Tests for Tuberculosis.
5. Peripheral Blood smear findings in Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia.
6. Actions of Insulin.
7. Serum Alkaline phosphatase.
8. Karyotyping.
9. Factors influencing calcium metabolism.
10.Fetal Circulation.