Repeated USMLE Questions Step 1- Review- 15

Q- Which of the following is the mechanism of action of hydralazine in treating cardiovascular disorders? A- Decreased cardiac preload B- Parasympathetic stimulation C- Relaxation of arterial smooth muscle D- Sympathetic antagonism Q- Which one of the following medications increases the threshold for angina? A- Benazepril B- Digoxin C- Furosemide D- Metoprolol Q- Which of … Read more

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Q- Which of the following is the mechanism of action of ciprofloxacin? A- Inhibits bacterial protein synthesis through binding with the 30S B- Inhibits DNA gyrase and relaxation of DNA C- Interferes with bacterial cell wall synthesis D- Interferes with bacterial metabolic production Q- Which of the following is the most effective treatment of a … Read more

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Q- Loss of individual cells by fragmentation of nuclei and cytoplasm caused by a chemotherapeutic agent is produced through which one of the following mechanisms? A- Acute inflammation B- Apoptosis C- Mitochondrial poisoning D- Phagocytosis Q- A newborn presents with the absence of the contents of the left scrotal sac. There is no other abnormality. … Read more

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Q- Which of the following is the most common cause of sudden death in patients with diabetes mellitus? A- Cerebral hemorrhage B- Gangrene C- Hyperosmolar coma D- Myocardial infarction Q- Which of the following is the central action of cocaine? A- Inhibition of phosphodiesterase B- Inhibition of reuptake of dopamine and epinephrine C- Inhibition of … Read more

Repeated USMLE Questions Step 1- Review- 11

Q- Which one of the following medications binds tumor necrosis factor (TNF-α) and used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis? A- Infliximab B- Methotrexate C- Paclitaxel D- Trastuzumab Q- Which one of the following conditions is characterized by painless blisters on the back of the hands and hyperpigmentation of the face? A- Contact dermatitis B- … Read more

Repeated USMLE Questions- USMLE Review- 10

Q- A 15-year-old boy is diagnosed with “Walking pneumonia”. Which of the following is the most effective treatment of this condition? A- Ampicillin B- Azithromycin C- Tetracycline D- Vancomycin Q- A patient is brought to the emergency room in a deep coma following a motor car accident. Vital signs, general examination and local chest and … Read more