UPSC-CMS 2014 Practice Questions

Q: The primary route of administration of measles vaccination is:

Subcutaneous. ***Subcutaneous*** - The **measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine** is a live attenuated vaccine typically administered via the **subcutaneous route**. - Subcutaneous injection ensures the vaccine is delivered into the fatty tissue just below the skin, allowing for gradual absorption and an effective immune response. *Intravenous* - **Intravenous administration** delivers substances directly into the bloodstream, which is generally avoided for vaccines due to the risk of systemic reactions and rapid clearance. - This route is typically reserved for emergency medications or those requiring immediate systemic distribution. *Intranasal* - **Intranasal vaccines** are administered through the nasal passages and are designed to stimulate mucosal immunity, particularly against respiratory pathogens. - While some flu vaccines use this route, the standard measles vaccine does not. *Intradermal* - **Intradermal administration** involves injecting into the dermis layer of the skin, often used for sensitivity testing or certain vaccines like BCG. - This route requires a smaller volume and specific technique, which is not the primary method for routine measles vaccination.

Question 1

Which one of the following statements is correct regarding diabetes epidemiology?

Accepted Answer

Maternal diabetes increases the risk of subsequent diabetes.

Answer

Females are 2.5 times more at risk.

Answer

Its prevalence is not affected by age.

Answer

Central obesity is not linked with diabetes.

Question 2

Which of the following statements is not true regarding HIV infection?

Accepted Answer

All HIV positive mothers transmit infection to their newborn children.

Answer

Infected blood transfusion leads to 100% transmission among recipients.

Answer

Every HIV infected person would require antiretroviral treatment during lifetime.

Answer

HIV does not transmit through fomites.

Question 3

The primary route of administration of measles vaccination is:

Accepted Answer

Subcutaneous

Answer

Intravenous

Answer

Intranasal

Answer

Intradermal

UPSC-CMS 2014

Community Medicine

Internal Medicine

Pharmacology