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  1. 1.
    The drug that can be used for the purpose of sadyosneha in prameharogi
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    Sneha processed with guggulu
    Sneha processed with guggulu is indicated for sadyosneha in prameha patients.
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  2. 2.
    Which among the following category needs rookshana prior to snehapana ?
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    Vishamagni
    Vishamagni patients require rookshana before snehapana to improve digestive capacity.
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  3. 3.
    Sukthodgara is a feature of
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    Atisnigda lakshana
    Sukthodgara (sour eructation) is a sign of Atisnigda (excessive oleation).
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  4. 4.
    Matra of snehapana required in mandagni
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    Hraswa matra
    Hraswa matra is advised for patients with mandagni.
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  5. 5.
    Bhrama is a feature of
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    Both Sneha jeeryamana and Sneha athiyoga
    Bhrama (dizziness) is observed in both the digestion phase of sneha and in cases of sneha athiyoga.
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  6. 6.
    According to Ashatanga hridaya the therapeutic effect of madhyama matra snehapana is
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    Samana
    Madhyama matra snehapana is primarily used for Samana (pacification) therapy.
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  7. 7.
    The snehapana matra advised for visarpa
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    Uthama matra
    Uthama matra is advised for snehapana in cases of visarpa.
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  8. 8.
    Best among catusneha
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    sarpis
    Sarpis (ghee) is considered the best among the four types of sneha (catusneha).
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  9. 9.
    Snehapana matra required for madhyama agni bala patients
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    3 karsha
    3 karsha is the prescribed matra for patients with madhyama agni.
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  10. 10.
    The procedure which is pleasant, induces sleep, aphrodisiac and alleviates kapha and vata
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    Samvahanam
    Samvahanam is described as a pleasant procedure that induces sleep and balances kapha and vata.
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  11. 11.
    Amlika is an ingredient of
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    Both 1 and 2
    Amlika (Tamarind) is commonly used as an ingredient in both Vaitharana and Mutra vasti formulations.
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  12. 12.
    The dosha predominance in anoopa desa according to Caraka
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    Vatha kapha
    According to Caraka Samhita, the Anoopa desa (marshy land) is characterized by the predominance of Vata and Kapha doshas.
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  13. 13.
    In the process of madanaphalapippali samskarana, the madana phala should be tied up inside a bundle of kusa grass and kept inside a heap of either barley husk masa, kulatha or mudga for ________ nights.
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    8
    The standard procedure for Madanaphala samskarana involves keeping the bundle for 8 nights.
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  14. 14.
    Kosathaki is the synonym of
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    krithavedahana
    Kosathaki is a well-known synonym for Krithavedahana (Luffa acutangula).
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  15. 15.
    In sarad rithu the usage of trivruth is advised in along with
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    Draksha rasa
    In Sarad Rithu, Trivruth is specifically advised to be taken with Draksha rasa (grape juice) for Virechana.
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  16. 16.
    Sadyo harathi doshanam mahanthamapi sanchayam is said for
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    Sudha
    This statement refers to the potent purgative action of Sudha (Euphorbia neriifolia).
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  17. 17.
    The condition of the body that favours samyak virechana
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    Manda kapha
    Manda kapha (reduced or sluggish Kapha) is considered favorable for achieving proper (samyak) Virechana.
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  18. 18.
    The no. of vegas in pravara sudhi of virechana
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    30
    In the context of Virechana, 30 vegas are defined for Pravara Shuddhi (maximum purification).
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  19. 19.
    Kapha pitha vatha kopa is described in which among the following ?
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    Ayoga of virechana
    Ayoga (inadequate action) of Virechana leads to the aggravation of Kapha, Pitta, and Vata.
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  20. 20.
    No. of anuvasana vasthi advised in vatha dosha
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    9-11
    For Vata dosha, a higher number of Anuvasana bastis (9-11) is typically recommended.
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  21. 21.
    After virechana, niruha vasthi should not administered for _________ days.
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    7
    A waiting period of 7 days is generally advised after Virechana before administering Niruha basti.
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  22. 22.
    The anupana advised for majja snehapana
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    Manda
    Manda (thin rice water) is the recommended anupana for the digestion of Majja (bone marrow) used in Snehapana.
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  23. 23.
    The kalka of bala guloochyadi vasthi does not include _________ as kalka.
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    Madhuka
    Madhuka (Licorice) is not included in the specific Kalka ingredients of Bala Guloochyadi Basti.
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  24. 24.
    The quantity of Madhu in ksheera vasthi
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    2 pala
    The standard dosage of Madhu (honey) in Ksheera Basti is 2 pala.
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  25. 25.
    The taila advised for anuvasana in pitha dosha
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    None of the above
    None of the listed oils are the primary choice for Anuvasana in Pitta dosha; typically, Ghrita is preferred for Pitta.
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  26. 26.
    No. of vyapaths enumerated for Sneha vasthi
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    6
    There are 6 specific complications (vyapaths) enumerated for Sneha Basti.
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  27. 27.
    Signs of ama will occur in which vyapath of Sneha vasti ?
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    Annavrutham
    Annavrutham (obstruction by undigested food) is associated with the signs of Ama.
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  28. 28.
    The frequency of anuvasana vasthi other than rooksha, deepthagni, vyayama seelina, and vatamayi
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    Every 3rd day
    For general patients, the frequency of Anuvasana Basti is every 3rd day.
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  29. 29.
    The netra dosha Sithila bandhana causes __________ vyapath.
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    Srava
    Sithila bandhana (loose tying of the nozzle) leads to Srava (leakage) of the Basti fluid.
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  30. 30.
    The upakrama advised for sneholklishta
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    Rooksha virechana
    Rooksha virechana is the indicated procedure for a patient who is Sneholklishta (excessively oleated).
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  31. 31.
    Pick the sign of drug digestion (jeerna oushada linga)
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    Vatanulomyam
    Vatanulomyam (proper downward movement of Vata) is a primary sign that the medicine has been digested.
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  32. 32.
    Admanam is a vyapath of
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    All the above
    Admanam (distension of the abdomen) can occur as a complication in all three major Panchakarma procedures.
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  33. 33.
    Syamaphaladi guda varthi is indicated for __________ vasti vyapath.
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    Admanam
    Syamaphaladi guda varthi is specifically indicated for the management of Admanam (abdominal distension) following Basti.
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  34. 34.
    Puga phala with sour juice is described for _________ vasti vyapath.
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    Urdwata
    Puga phala with sour juice is used to treat Urdhwata (upward movement of Basti fluid).
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  35. 35.
    The vasthi administered to counteract the adverse effect of previous vasti is called
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    Pratyasthapanam
    Pratyasthapanam is the specific type of basti used to neutralize or counteract complications arising from a previous basti.
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  36. 36.
    The vasthi recipe that contains rasna, vaca, bilwa, satahwa, ela, puthika, krishna, madanaphala, daru, kushta, saindava, sour liquids, warm water and oil is called
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    Churna vasti
    This specific combination of ingredients is defined as Churna Vasti in Ayurvedic texts.
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  37. 37.
    Which among the following can be used as avapa in vasthi ?
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    All the above
    All these substances are commonly used as avapa (additives) in the preparation of basti.
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  38. 38.
    Alavana Niruha (niruha without lavana) is indicated in
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    Infants (sisu)
    Alavana Niruha is specifically indicated for infants (sisu) due to their delicate nature.
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  39. 39.
    Which statement is correct regarding the order of rasa in peyadikrama ?
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    Amla, madura-amla lavana-madura thikta
    The sequence of rasa in peyadikrama follows the order of Amla, Madhura-Amla, Lavana-Madhura, and Tikta.
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  40. 40.
    Pick the prakruthi gatha purusha lakshana
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    All the above
    A person with balanced prakriti exhibits all these qualities: Sarva kshama (tolerance), Sthiredriya (stable senses), and Balavan (strength).
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  41. 41.
    Dosha samanatwa of tapa sweda as per susrutha
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    Kapha
    According to Sushruta, Tapa Sweda is primarily indicated for the pacification of Kapha dosha.
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  42. 42.
    Example for a Padaheena nirooha
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    Madhutailika vasthi
    Madhutailika basti is a classic example of a Padaheena (lacking one or more components of a standard) niruha basti.
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  43. 43.
    Tila draksha kalka pralepana is advised in
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    if the tongue protruded out
    Tila draksha kalka is applied as a paste if the tongue protrudes out during treatment.
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  44. 44.
    Plan for fire and none fire emergencies included in
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    FMS
    Fire and non-fire emergency plans are typically part of the Facility Management and Safety (FMS) protocols.
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  45. 45.
    Code blue refers to
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    Medical emergency
    In hospital settings, 'Code Blue' is the standard alert for a medical emergency, usually cardiac or respiratory arrest.
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  46. 46.
    Trolley track sign is seen in
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    Ankylosing spondylitis
    The 'trolley track' or 'bamboo spine' sign is a characteristic radiological finding in Ankylosing Spondylitis.
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  47. 47.
    DAS 28 score is a measure of disease activity in
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    Rheumatoid arthritis
    The Disease Activity Score (DAS) 28 is a validated tool used to assess the activity of Rheumatoid Arthritis.
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  48. 48.
    Common site for neoplasm in alimentary tract
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    stomach
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  49. 49.
    Involuntary discharge of rectal contents is termed as
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    Fecal incontinence
    Fecal incontinence is the inability to control bowel movements, causing stool to leak unexpectedly from the rectum.
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  50. 50.
    Passage of bright red or maroon coloured blood through rectum
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    Hematochezia
    Hematochezia refers to the passage of fresh blood through the anus, usually in or with stool.
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  51. 51.
    Amount of blood in stool necessary to cause melena
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    50-60 ml
    Melena typically occurs when there is an upper gastrointestinal bleed of approximately 50-60 ml or more.
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  52. 52.
    Which among the following statement is false with regard to Mallory Weiss Syndrome ?
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    It is an important cause for lower gastrointestinal bleed
    Mallory-Weiss syndrome involves a tear in the mucosal layer at the gastroesophageal junction, which is a cause of upper, not lower, GI bleeding.
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  53. 53.
    The angina which is precipitated by coronary artery spasm
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    Prinzmetals angina
    Prinzmetal's (variant) angina is caused by a sudden spasm of a coronary artery.
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  54. 54.
    Rate of chest compressions in CPR
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    100/minute
    Current CPR guidelines recommend a chest compression rate of 100 to 120 compressions per minute.
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  55. 55.
    In ankylosing spondylitis the progression of disability can be assessed by
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    Schobers test
    Schober's test is a physical examination used to measure the degree of lumbar spine flexion in patients with ankylosing spondylitis.
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  56. 56.
    The test that detects the presence of antibodies on the surface of erythrocytes
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    Coombs test
    The Coombs test (antiglobulin test) is used to detect antibodies or complement proteins attached to the surface of red blood cells.
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  57. 57.
    Whipples triad is
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    Classical hypoglycemic syndrome
    Whipple's triad is a set of criteria used to diagnose insulinoma, characterized by symptoms of hypoglycemia, low blood glucose, and relief of symptoms after glucose administration.
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  58. 58.
    Oliguria is termed when the urine output is below __________ ml in 24 hours.
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    400 ml
    Oliguria is defined as a urine output of less than 400 ml in 24 hours in adults.
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  59. 59.
    When the urinary loss of albumin ranges from _________ microalbuminuria occurs.
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    20-200 mcg/minute
    Microalbuminuria is typically defined as an albumin excretion rate of 20-200 mcg/minute.
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  60. 60.
    Normal value of serum sodium level
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    135-145
    The normal reference range for serum sodium is approximately 135-145 mEq/L.
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  61. 61.
    Wernicke's aphasia is
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    Sensory aphasia
    Wernicke's aphasia is a type of sensory (receptive) aphasia characterized by impaired language comprehension.
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  62. 62.
    Involuntary abrupt brief and rapid jerking movement of apart of muscle, entire muscle or a group of muscle
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    Myoclonus
    Myoclonus refers to sudden, involuntary jerking of a muscle or group of muscles.
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  63. 63.
    Which among the following statement is false with respect to virechana ?
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    The drug which is satmya to the body should not used for virechana
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  64. 64.
    A tool used to measure the severity and extent of psoriasis
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    PASI score
    The Psoriasis Area and Severity Index (PASI) is the most widely used tool for the measurement of severity of psoriasis.
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  65. 65.
    Tarpanadi krama is indicated for
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    All the above
    Tarpanadi krama is a post-purification dietary regimen indicated in various conditions including madyapa (alcoholics) and cases with specific dosha imbalances.
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  66. 66.
    The treatment procedure advised for jwaraksheena
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    Ksheeravasthi
    Ksheeravasthi is indicated for jwaraksheena (debility following fever) to provide nourishment and balance doshas.
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  67. 67.
    The treatment procedure advised in pitha kasa with tanu kapha
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    Virechana
    Virechana is the treatment of choice for pitha-predominant conditions like pitha kasa.
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  68. 68.
    Avapeedaka snehapana is indicated in
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    All the above
    Avapeedaka snehapana is a specific method of snehapana indicated in various conditions including vata disorders and urinary retention.
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  69. 69.
    The treatment advised in arso rogi who has udavartha janya samprapthi
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    Anuvasana vasthi
    Anuvasana vasthi is indicated in Arso rogi with Udavartha janya samprapthi to manage Vata.
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  70. 70.
    The main virechana drug in manibadragulam
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    Trivruth
    Trivruth is the main virechana drug used in the preparation of Manibadragulam.
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  71. 71.
    The dosage of Prathimarsa nasya
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    2 bindu
    Prathimarsa nasya is typically administered in a dose of 2 bindu (drops).
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  72. 72.
    Pick the quality of sthambhana dravya
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    Rooksha
    Sthambhana dravyas possess Rooksha (dry) quality to arrest flow.
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  73. 73.
    Which among the following is not ushma sweda ?
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    None of the above
    All the listed options are types of Ushma sweda.
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  74. 74.
    Jeerne anne ___________ yojyam, kaphe jeerne ________
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    Vamana, virechana
    The standard protocol is Vamana when food is digested and Virechana when Kapha is digested.
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  75. 75.
    ___________ hi swasthanaad doshanam pravruthi viramopalakshitha.
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    Vega
    Vega refers to the cessation of the expulsion of doshas from their site.
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  76. 76.
    The treatment advised in Apabahukam
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    Nasya and uthara bhakthika snehapana
    Apabahukam is treated with Nasya and Uthara bhakthika snehapana.
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  77. 77.
    The liquid used for the cleansing jalouka
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    All the above
    Various substances like turmeric water, Avanthisoma, and Takra are used for cleansing leeches.
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  78. 78.
    The symptoms of proper rookshana will be similar to
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    Samyak langhana lakshana
    Proper Rookshana symptoms are similar to Samyak Langhana lakshana.
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  79. 79.
    The Sneha advised in krura koshta as per Vagbhata
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    Taila
    Taila is the preferred Sneha for Krura koshta.
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  80. 80.
    The type of nasya advised for Sooryavartha
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    Bruhmana nasya
    Bruhmana nasya is indicated for Sooryavartha.
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  81. 81.
    Daily changing of pottali required in
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    All the above
    Daily changing of the pottali is required for these types of Pinda sweda.
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  82. 82.
    Which among the following is not an ingredient in jambeera pinda sweda ?
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    Methila
    Methila is not typically an ingredient in Jambeera pinda sweda.
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  83. 83.
    The best drug among theeksna virechana
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    Snuhi
    Snuhi is considered the most potent (theeksna) among virechana drugs.
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  84. 84.
    The maximum dose of Niruha vasthi
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    24 pala
    The maximum dose of Niruha vasthi is 24 pala.
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  85. 85.
    Moordha taila include
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    All the above
    Moordha taila encompasses various procedures like Sirovasthi, Sirodhara, and Siroabhyanga.
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  86. 86.
    Age limit prescribed for nasya
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    Less than 7 years and more than 80 years
    Nasya is contraindicated in children below 7 years and elderly above 80 years.
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  87. 87.
    Compression to which nerve occurs in Carpal Tunnel Syndrome ?
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    Median nerve
    Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is caused by the compression of the median nerve at the wrist.
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  88. 88.
    Which is not a vicharana snehapana ?
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    None of the above
    All listed options are forms of vicharana snehapana.
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  89. 89.
    _________ is used to assess the grip strength.
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    Dynamometer
    A dynamometer is the standard tool for measuring grip strength.
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  90. 90.
    Which among the following is not included in petrissage group ?
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    None of the above
    Kneading and wringing are types of petrissage.
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  91. 91.
    _________ is deep stroking.
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    Effleurage
    Effleurage is a massage technique involving deep stroking.
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  92. 92.
    Varus stress test in physiotherapy is for the diagnosis of injury of
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    Lateral collateral ligament
    The varus stress test is used to assess the integrity of the lateral collateral ligament (LCL) of the knee.
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  93. 93.
    Physiotherapy techniques in copd include
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    All the above
    These are all standard physiotherapy interventions for COPD management.
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  94. 94.
    Ullekhana means
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    Vamana
    Ullekhana is a term used for Vamana (emetic therapy).
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  95. 95.
    Dosage of madanaphalapippali
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    Antharnakha mushti
    The standard dosage for Madanaphalapippali is Antharnakha mushti.
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  96. 96.
    The paka of taila used for nasya
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    None of the above
    The question was cancelled in the official key.
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  97. 97.
    Example for an anulomana drug
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    Answer: D —
    Abhaya
    Abhaya (Haritaki) is a well-known anulomana drug.
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