Question. A 50 year diabetic patient is going to undergo an endoscopy. He is on oral hypoglycemic medications. What is the single most appropriate management plan?
A. Stop medications 1 week before
B. Stop medications in the morning of procedure
C. Stop medications one day before the procedure
D. Stop medications 3 days before the procedure
Answer: (b)
Question. A drug addict has bitten a police officer. What would you advise the police officer?
A. HIV serology
B. Hepatitis & HIV serology
C. No test required at this stage
D. Tetanus toxoid
Answer: (b)
Question. A young man has been brought to the hospital after being hit on the head by a metal rod. On evaluation his GCS is 7. What is the best next step?
A. CT scan
B. MRI
C. PET scan
D. Call anaesthetist
E. Refer to a neurosurgeon
Answer: (d)
Question. A 2 week old girl presents with E-coli which is confirmed by urine culture. What is the most appropriate next investigation?
A. US
B. Intravenous Urography
C. CT kidney
D. X ray KUB
E. MCUG
Answer: (a)
Question. A 16 year old girl presents with heavy regular periods. What is the single most appropriate treatment?
A. Combined oral contraception
B. Progesterone only pill
C. Tranexamic acid
D. Mefenemic acid
E. Levenogrel intrauterine system
Answer: (c)
Question. A 55 year old male presents with a gradually increasing right sided scrotal swelling over 3 months. On examination, the swelling transilluminates and it is possible to palpate above it. What is the most appropriate diagnosis?
A. Testicular tumour
B. Indirect inguinal hernia
C. Direct inguinal hernia
D. Hydrocele
E. Varicocele
Answer: (d)
Question. When prescribing an SSRI, what will you warn the patient about its time of action?
A. It will work within few days
B. It will within 1 week
C. It will work by 2-3 weeks
D. It will work by 2-3 months
E. It will work by 1 year
Answer: (c)
Question. A mother brings her baby to the hospital complaining that the baby has stridor only upon breast- feeding. On examination, omega shaped cartilage was seen in the neck. What is the most probable diagnosis?
A. Laryngomalacia
B. Bronchiolitis
C. Croup
D. Epiglottitis
E. Tracheoesophageal fistula
Answer: (a)
Question. A woman was in labour with amniotic fluid drainage for 48hrs before delivery at 36wks gestation. Child presents with respiratory distress and flaring of Alae Nasi, what investigation will you do before you start treatment?
A. Chest X ray
B. Blood culture
C. FBC
D. Electrolytes
Answer: (b)
Question. A 70 year old man has been brought in by his wife. She says he has been losing his temper, is aggressive and talks about their sex life with strangers. He does not agree with her and says he doesn't know who she is. What test would you like to do?
A. EEG
B. ECG
C. MMSE
D. CT scan
E. MRI
Answer: (c)
These questions cover various aspects of medical knowledge, clinical reasoning, and professional skills. Remember to refer to the PLAB exam syllabus and guidelines for a comprehensive understanding of the exam content and format.
The PLAB test is a prerequisite for international medical graduates who want to practise medicine in the UK. Passing both parts of the exam is also a requirement. To receive a licence to practise medicine in the UK after passing the exam, you might need to complete additional exams, such as the GMC registration process and securing a job offer or training placement.