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2014, Paper 2 SAQs
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Short Answer Questions in Order of Appearance
Question 1

Pharmacology of vasoactive agents: classification of inotropes

(Cardiovascular system) - Pass rate 65%; highest mark .

Question 2

Pharmacology of anticonvulsants: phenytoin vs. levitiracetam

(Nervous system) - Pass rate 35%; highest mark .

Question 3

Physiological consequences of Positive End-Expiratory Pressure (PEEP). 

(Respiratory system) - Pass rate 27%; highest mark .

Question 4

Anatomy and physiology of the parasympathetic nervous system

(Autonomic nervous system) - Pass rate 0%; highest mark .

Question 5

Effects of V/Q mismatch on PaO2 and PaCO2 

(Respiratory system) - Pass rate 8%; highest mark .

Question 6

Mechanisms of heat production and heat loss, broadly

(Thermoregulation) - Pass rate 23%; highest mark .

Question 7

Pharmacology of NMJ blockers: factors which potentiate them

(Musculoskeletal system) - Pass rate 15%; highest mark .

Question 8

Pharmacology of vasoactive agents: classification of inotropes

(Haematological system) - Pass rate 0%; highest mark .

Question 9

Metabolic fate of dietary triglycerides

(Nutrition and Metabolism) - Pass rate 8%; highest mark .

Question 10

Coronary bloodflow regulation

(Cardiovascular system) - Pass rate 65%; highest mark .

Question 11

Pharmacology of drugs used to treat asthma

(Respiratory system) - Pass rate 54%; highest mark .

Question 12

Role of the kidneys in the excretion of non-volatile acid.

(Renal system) - Pass rate 27%; highest mark .

Question 13

Pharmacology of antiarrhythmics: amiodarone

(Cardiovascular system) - Pass rate 77%; highest mark .

Question 14

Box and whisker plot

(Research methods and statistics) - Pass rate 15%; highest mark .

Question 15

Regulation of receptor number and activity: tachyphylaxis and tolerance

(Variability in drug response) - Pass rate 15%; highest mark .

Question 16

Baroreceptors and their role in the control of blood pressure.

(Cardiovascular system) - Pass rate 62%; highest mark .

Question 17

Pharmacology of oxygen

(Respiratory system) - Pass rate 35%; highest mark .

Question 18

Physiological differences between myoglobin and haemoglobin 

(Respiratory system) - Pass rate 23%; highest mark .

Question 19

Factors that determine right and left ventricular afterload.

(Cardiovascular system) - Pass rate 31%; highest mark .

Question 20

Pharmacology of electrolyte solutions: magnesium sulfuate

(Body fluids and electrolytes) - Pass rate 4%; highest mark .

Question 21

Pharmacology of sedatives and anaesthetics: haloperidol vs. diazepam

(Nervous system) - Pass rate 50%; highest mark .

Question 22

Principles of ABG measurement (various electrodes)

(Principles of measurement and monitoring) - Pass rate 23%; highest mark .

Question 23

Regulation of sodium in the body fluids

(Body fluids and electrolytes) - Pass rate 19%; highest mark .

Question 24

Control of gastric emptying.

(Gastrointestinal System) - Pass rate 23%; highest mark .

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