Baba Farid University of Health Sciences 2009-1st Year B.Sc PC B.Sc (Nursing for Trained) .(N) [Post Basic ] BF//06 Biochemistry

M.M. : 75 Time : three Hours.
Note: Attempt 3 ques. from every part. ques. No. one of every
part is Compulsory.
USE SEPARATE ans SHEETS FOR every part.
SECTION-A [37.5 marks]
(Biochemistry)
1. a. define the structure and function of Plasma membrane of a Eukaryotic cell.
b. List down four important properties of Water.
c. describe Km and Vmax of Enzymes.
d. Briefly explain Diabetes Mellitus.
e. Enumerate three major functions of Plasma protein.
f. elaborate Ketone bodies. How are these utilized in the body.
g. Role of Lipoproteins in Cholesterol metabolism. [7x2.5=17.5]
2. a. explain the distribution of different Electrolytes in Intracellular and
Extracellular fluids. [5]
b. discuss the diagnostic significance of AST and ALT. [5]
3. Write short notes on any TWO: [5+5]
a. Digestion and absorption of Proteins.
b. Oxidative Phosphorylation.
c. Gout.
4. Write in detail the diseases associated with Digestion and Absorption of Food.
[10]
P.T.O.
SECTION-B [37.5 marks]
(Biophysics)
1. discuss briefly any 5 of the following: [5x3=15]
a. Blood pressure cuff is used in blood transfusion.
b. Arms are relaxed at sides of body while folding linen.
c. Rubber tips are used at the bottom of crutches.
d. Use of Flannel cover over a hot water bottle.
e. Lead screen is used for protection by radiographers.
f. Underwater drainage is used for drainage from chest incision.
g. Ice is used to reduce swelling on the face.
h. Pacemakers are implanted in patients with irregular heartbeat.
2. a. elaborate the various types of pressures current in the human body. How
will you measure any 2 of these pressures. [8]
b. How can artificial breathing help to restore normal breathing in drowned
person. [41/2]
OR
3. a. What do you understand by Friction? Why does it occur? How can it be
overcome? How can the force of friction reason a "burn". [8]
b. What happens if a patient on a wheelchair moving down a ramp very fast
suddenly breaks the wheelchair with his hands. [41/2]
4. Write short notes on any TWO: [2x5=10]
a. Use of X-rays in medical imaging.
b. Ultrasound in imaging the foetus.
c. Relation of muscle contraction and stimulus given.
d. Diathermy in the treatment of inflammatory conditions.
e. Eye as a Lens.

Earning:   Approval pending.