NEET MDS Shorts
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The vastus lateralis muscle is the safest site for intramuscular injections in children because it is a large, well-developed muscle and contains no major nerves or blood vessels, reducing the risk of injury. The gluteus maximus is avoided in young children due to the proximity of the sciatic nerve.
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EndodonticsAfter endodontic treatment, teeth lose moisture and become more brittle. An MOD onlay provides better protection by covering cusps and distributing occlusal forces, unlike an inlay which does not protect cusps from fracture.
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Auto-splenectomy (functional hyposplenism) is most common in sickle cell disease but is also rarely associated with autoimmune disorders like Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) due to repeated episodes of infarction and atrophy.
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RadiologyWhich of the following is true of the paralleling cone technique: it is easy to place with the film holder.
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General Medicine
In developing countries, the most common cause of primary adrenal insufficiency is tuberculosis, due to its higher prevalence and ability to spread to various organs, including the adrenal glands.
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State PSC PYQSplinting mobile teeth helps to stabilize them by distributing the forces of chewing (occlusal forces) across a wider area, which reduces trauma to individual teeth and supporting structures. This stabilization is considered the primary objective in periodontal therapy. While it may indirectly help prevent further bone loss or improve comfort, the direct mechanical goal is force distribution.
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PeriodonticsJuvenile periodontitis, now referred to as localized aggressive periodontitis, is characterized by the loss of periodontal attachment and bone in adolescents and young adults, often without the presence of significant calculus. This distinguishes it from other forms of periodontitis, where calculus is typically present.
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ProsthodonticsThe Bennet movement is a type of movement that occurs in the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) during the lateral excursion of the mandible, particularly when the mouth is open. It involves the sliding of the articular disk in a lateral direction within the joint space, which allows for the condyle to move smoothly along the articular eminence of the temporal bone. This movement is essential for the normal functioning of the TMJ during activities like chewing and speaking. It is the first type of movement to occur during lateral excursion and is crucial for maintaining the proper alignment of the TMJ components during side-to-side jaw motion.
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Dental Materials
The lowest change of -1.9 µm/cm was for the high-copper admixed alloy.
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Dental Materials
The ANSI/ADA Specification No. 96 (ISO 9917) stipulates a minimum 24-hour compressive strength of 70 MPa for standard luting consistency dental cement.