Q.P. Code: 104001 Reg. No.: …………
First Professional MBBS Degree Regular/Supplementary Examinations
August 2019
Physiology – Paper II
Time: 3 Hours Total Marks: 50
- Answer all questions
- Draw Diagrams wherever necessary
Long essay (10)
1. A 45 years old automobile mechanic is not able to perform his professional work and is complaining of tremor during rest and unable to initiate a movement. He always takes short quick steps while walking. Answer the following questions based on your knowledge in physiology:
- What can be the probable condition
- Explain the pathophysology underlying it
- What are the functions of the structure affected
- Suggest the probable methods of treatment for this condition (1+3+4+2).
Short essays (2x5=10)
2. Grave’s disease
3. Female contraception
Answer briefly (5x3=15)
4. Presynaptic inhibition
5. Diabetes insipidus
6. Functions of hCG.
7. Impedence matching
8. Refractive errors
Draw and label (2x2½=5)
9. Taste pathway
10. Pyramidal tract
Explain the physiological basis of the following (5x2=10)
11. Chvostek's sign
12. Rigor mortis
13. Myotatic reflex
14. Blood testis barrier
15. Menopause
