Pathology Quick Review and MCQs

Pathology Multiple Choice Questions

general pathology mcqs with answers

MCQ # 01

Which disease is also known as 'the kissing disease? 

a- bacterial vaginosis

b- mononucleosis

c- actinomycosis

d- adenovirus infection

e- AIDS

MCQ # 02

The term etiology refers to;

a- forecast of the course of a disease

b- cause of the disease

c- the manner of development of a disease

d- predisposing factor of a disease

e- the clinical study of a disease

MCQ # 03

A surgical procedure in which a cut is made through the skin to remove a sample of abnormal tissue for the purpose of diagnosis;

a- autopsy

b- true-cut biopsy

c- excision biopsy

d- incision biopsy

e- fine needle aspiration

MCQ # 04

What is the most common form of skin cancer? 

a- Melanoma 

b- Basal cell carcinoma 

c- Squamous cell carcinoma 

d- Merkel cell carcinoma

d- Kaposi sarcoma

MCQ # 05

What is the most serious or deadliest form of skin cancer? 

a- Melanoma 

b- Basal cell carcinoma 

c- Squamous cell carcinoma 

d- Merkel cell carcinoma

d- Kaposi sarcoma

MCQ # 06

What is the term used in pathology for a cancerous tumor that arises from the bones? 

a. Adenoma 

b. Carcinoma 

c. Sarcoma 

d. Myxoma

e- Fibroma

MCQ # 07

What is the term for the process of programmed cell death? 

a. Necrosis 

b. Apoptosis 

c. Ischemia 

d. Hypoxia

e- Fibrosis

MCQ # 08

Which of the following is a common symptom of multiple sclerosis? 

a. Muscle weakness 

b. Spasticity

c. Blurred vision 

d. Bowel Problems

e. All of the above

MCQ # 09

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of diabetes mellitus? 

a. polyuria 

b. polydipsia 

c. polyphagia 

d. bradycardia

e- unintentional weight loss

MCQ # 10

In pathology literature, the exact term for painful or difficult swallowing is;

a- dysplasia

b- dysphagia

c- diaphoresis 

d- dyspnea 

e- dystonia

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Answer Keys

MCQ # - Correct option

01- b

02- b

03- d

04- b

05- a

06- c

07- b

08- e

09- d

10- b

Review of Pathology Quick Review and MCQs for Pharmacists and Medical Professionals

PATHOLOGY

Quick Review and MCQs

4th Edition
(Based on Harsh Mohan's Textbook of Pathology 7th Edition)

Pathology Quick Review and MCQs is a book designed to help students and practitioners of medicine quickly review and assess their knowledge of pathology. It covers a wide range of topics in pathology, including general pathology, systemic pathology, and clinical pathology.

The book is divided into three sections:

• Section I: General Pathology: This section covers the basic principles of pathology, including cell injury, inflammation, immunity, and neoplasia.
• Section II: Systemic Pathology: This section covers the pathology of specific organ systems, such as the cardiovascular system, respiratory system, digestive system, and nervous system.
• Section III: Clinical Pathology: This section covers the clinical aspects of pathology, such as laboratory diagnosis, cytology, and histopathology.

Each chapter in the book begins with a brief overview of the topic, followed by a series of multiple-choice questions. The answers to the questions are explained in detail, so that readers can learn from their mistakes.

The book also includes a number of helpful features, such as:

• High-quality illustrations: The book is well-illustrated with full-color images of pathological specimens.
• Mnemonics: The book includes a number of mnemonics to help readers remember key concepts.
• Clinical pearls: The book includes clinical pearls that provide practical advice on how to diagnose and manage common pathological conditions.

Overall, Pathology Quick Review and MCQs is a valuable resource for students and practitioners of medicine who need to quickly review and assess their knowledge of pathology. It is well-written, well-organized, and easy to use.

The book is particularly useful for students who are preparing for exams, such as the USMLE Step 1 exam. It is also a good resource for practitioners who need to stay up-to-date on the latest advances in pathology.

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