Download DNB 2019 Dec 2019 Dec PSYCHATRY PAPER I Question Paper

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FINAL EXAM

DECEMBER 2019

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Time: 3 hours

PSYCHIATRY

PAPER-I

Max. Marks: 100

Important Instructions:

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• Attempt all questions in order.
• Each question carries 10 marks.
• Read the question carefully and answer to the point neatly and legibly.
• Do not leave any blank pages between two answers.
• Indicate the question number correctly for the answer in the margin space.

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• Answer all the parts of a single question together.
• Start the answer to a question on a fresh page or leave adequate space between two answers.
• Draw table/diagrams/flowcharts wherever appropriate.

Write short notes on:

1. What is a defense mechanism? Name the different defense mechanisms. Discuss mature defenses in detail. (2+2+6)

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2. Define intelligence. Name different tests for evaluation of intelligence. Write in detail about WAPIS and BKT. (2+2+3+3)
3. Describe the neuroanatomy of frontal lobe. What is frontal lobe syndrome? (5+5)
4. What are amino acid neurotransmitters? What are its neuropsychiatric implications? (5+5)
5. Draw a labelled diagram of limbic system. Give details of limbic encephalitis? (5+5)
6. What is the theory of regression analysis? Describe one method of regression analysis. (5+5)

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7. Define delusion. What are the different ways in which delusions are formed? Classify delusions. (2+3+5)
8. What is circadian rhythm? Describe circadian sleep disorders and the physiological role of melatonin. (2+5+3)
9. What is cognition? Describe theory of cognitive development by Jean Piaget. (2+8)
10. Define meta-analysis. List its advantages and disadvantages. Write differences between meta-analysis and systematic review. (2+4+4)

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