Beri beri is caused by the deficiency of which Vitamin?

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Question 1 of 5

Beri beri is caused by the deficiency of which Vitamin?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Beri-beri results from Vitamin B1 (thiamine) deficiency, affecting the nervous and cardiovascular systems.

Question 2 of 5

Which of the following tissue changes is the characteristic of emphysema?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Emphysema involves alveolar over-distention, loss of elasticity, and rupture, leading to air trapping.

Question 3 of 5

The most important property of helium with respect to its use in helium-oxygen therapy is its:

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Helium's low density reduces airway resistance and improves gas flow in obstructive conditions, making it the key property for heliox therapy.

Question 4 of 5

Calculate the ideal body weight for a female patient that is 5'7⁴€ and weighs 165 lb requiring mechanical ventilation.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: For females, IBW = 45.5 kg + 2.3 kg per inch over 5 feet. At 5'7⁴€ (7 inches over 5 feet), IBW = 45.5 + (2.3 x 7) = 61.6 kg, closest to 64 kg.

Question 5 of 5

Which drug is not an inotropic agent?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Salbutamol is a bronchodilator (beta-2 agonist), not an inotrope, unlike the others which enhance cardiac contractility.

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