Physiology 2011 to 2024

First Year B.Sc Nursing Degree Supplementary Examinations, April 2012
Physiology
Time: 3 Hrs 
Max. Marks: 38

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Essays: (2x10:20)
1. Define cardiac output. Discuss the factors regulating stroke volume. What is cardiac index.   (2+6+2=10)
2. Define hypoxia and name the types. Describe anaemic hypoxia.  (1+2+7=10)

Short notes:  (7x5:35)
3. Functions of plasma proteins.
4. Hormones regulating blood calcium.
5. Differences between monosynaptic and polysynaptic reflexes.
6. Factors regulating glomerular filtration rate
7. Functions of liver.
8. Tests of ovulation.
9. Refractive errors.

Answer briefly:  (10x2=20)
10.Platelets
11.Surfactant
12.Sarcomere
13.Cyanosis
14.Jaundice
15.Copper - T
16.Arterial pulse
17.Salivary juice
18. Erythrocyte sedimentation rate
19.Juxta glomeru lar apparatus. 

First Year B.Sc Nursing Degree Examinations, September 2012
Physiology
Time: 3 Hrs
Max. Marks: 38 

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Essays: (2x10=20)
1. Define glomerular filtration rate and mention its normal value. Discuss the factors affecting GFR. Add a note on effective filtration pressure (2+6+2=10)
2. Discuss the composition, formation, circulation and functions of cerebrospinal fluid. (2+2+2+4=10)

Short notes:  (7x5=35)
3. Blood coagulation
4. Visual pathway
5. Functions of Thyroid Gland
6. Factors affecting blood pressure
7. Peristalsis
8. Differentiate between skeletal, cardiac and smooth muscles
9. Ovulation

Answer briefly:  (10x2=20)
10.Sarcomere
11.Define menarche and menopause
12.Functions of Haemoglobin
13.Resting membrane potential
14.Hormones for lactation
15.Parkinsonism
16.Functions of Saliva.
17.Hypoxia
18.Functions of cerebellum 
19. Define cardiac output and stroke volume

First Year B.Sc Nursing Degree Supplementary Examinations, May 2013
Physiology
Time: 3 Hrs
Max. Marks: 38

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Essays:  (2×10=20)
1. Define cardiac cycle and mention its duration. Discuss the different phases in cardiac cycle and add a note on heart sounds. (2+6+2=10)
2. What is menstrual cycle. Describe the different stages of menstrual cycle. Explain the role of hormones involved in it. (1+6+3=10)

Short notes:  (7x5=35)
3. Refractive errors
4. Jaundice
5. Hypoxia
6. Functions of Kidney
7. Hormones of posterior pituitary
8. Composition and functions of pancreatic juice
9. Classify Anemia with examples

Answer briefly:  (10x2=20)
10. Diffusion
11. Functions of Saliva
12. Circulatory shock
13. Define residual volume and vital capacity
14. Muscle proteins
15. Functions of hypothalamus
16. Cross matching
17. Oral pill
18. Define hemiplegia
19. Peristalsis

First Year B.Sc Nursing Degree Examinations, October 2013
Physiology
Time: 3 Hrs
Max. Marks: 75

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Essays: (2×10=20)
1. Mention the normal respiratory rate. What is surfactant and enumerate its functions. Describe lung volumes with the aid of a diagram. (1+4+5=10)
2. Discuss the composition and functions of gastric juice. Add a note on deglutition. Define jaundice (6+2+2=10)

Short notes:  (7x5=35)
3. Differences between extracellular and intracellular fluids
4. Circulatory shock
5. Activity at the neuromuscular junction
6. Glomerular filtration
7. Functions of testes
8. Functions of growth hormone
9. Pyramidal tracts

Answer briefly: (10x2=20)
10. Functions of Kidney
11. Eosinophil
12. Referred pain
13. Oral contraceptive pill
14. Myopia
15. Role of skin in regulation of body temperature
16. Two types of neuroglia
17. Basis for pregnancy tests
18. Function of middle ear
19. Two functions of hemoglobin 

First Year B.Sc Nursing Degree Supplementary Examinations, July 2014
Physiology
Time: 3 Hrs
Max. Marks: 38

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Essays:  (2×10=20)
1. Discuss the blood groups in detail. Add a note on blood transfusion reactions. (5+5=10)
2. Define glomerular filtration rate and mention its normal value. Explain the factors regulating glomerular filtration rate. (1+1+8=10)

Short notes:  (7x5=35)
3. Cerebrospinal fluid
4. Transport of carbon dioxide
5. Pregnancy test
6. Synapse
7. Hormones secreted by the anterior pituitary gland
8. Functions of bile
9. Neuromuscular Transmission

Answer briefly:  (10x2=20)
10. Visual receptors
11. Jaundice
12. Functions of cell membrane
13. Referred pain
14. Functions of Cerebellum
15. Testosterone
16. Vital capacity
17. Anemia
18. Hypoxia
19. Leukemia

First Year B.Sc Nursing Degree Examinations, October 2014
Physiology
Time: 3 Hrs
Max. Marks: 38

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Essays:  (2×10=20)
1. Define glomerular filtration rate. Discuss the factors affecting GFR. Mention the normal value. (2+7+1=10)
2. Define and Classify Hypoxia. Discuss Oxygen transport in Detail (1+2+7=10)

Short notes:  (7x5=35)
3. Properties of synapse
4. Blood groups
5. Respiratory volumes
6. Menstrual cycle
7. Functions of gastric juice
8. Blood pressure
9. Anti diuretic hormone

Answer briefly:  (10x2=20)
10. Functions of middle ear
11. Functions of skin
12. Surfactant
13. Functions of ovary
14. Electrocardiogram
15. Thyroid hormones
16. Reflex arc
17. Referred pain
18. Neutrophil
19. Bile 

First Year B.Sc Nursing Degree Supplementary Examinations, July 2015
Physiology
Time: 3 Hrs
Max. Marks: 38

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Essays: (2×10=20)
1. Mention the normal duration of menstrual cycle. Describe the phases of menstrual cycle. Discuss the importance of ovulation time. (1+4+5=10)
2. Mention modes of oxygen transport. Draw a labeled diagram of oxygen dissociation curve. (5+5=10)

Short notes: (7x5=35)
3. Mitochondria
4. Types of neuroglia
5. Formation of urine
6. Functions of the large Intestine
7. Functions of cerebellum
8. Short term regulation of blood pressure
9. Functions of platelets

Answer briefly:  (10x2=20)
10. Clotting time
11. Neutrophil
12. Mention four functions of cerebrospinal fluid
13. Anosmia
14. Mention four errors of refraction
15. Functions of saliva
16. Name four muscle proteins
17. List two components of counter current mechanism
18. Two ascending tracts and the sensations carried by them
19. Deglutition

First Year B.Sc Nursing Degree Examinations, November 2015
Physiology
Time: 3 Hrs
Max. Marks: 38

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Essays:  (2×10=20)
1. Define erythropoiesis. Describe the different stages of erythropoiesis. Add a note on anemia. (1+6+3=10)
2. Mention the normal urine output per day. Discuss the three steps in the formation of urine. Add a note on re-absorption of water by the nephron. (1+6+3=10)

Short notes:  (7x5=35)
3. Normal ECG
4. Functions of insulin
5. Functions of skin
6. Neuron
7. Functions of WBC
8. Functions of bile
9. Oxygen transport

Answer briefly:  (10x2=20)
10. Myopia
11. Pregnancy test
12. Reflex arc
13. Organ of corti
14. Cretinism
15. Hyper tension
16. Landsteiner’s law
17. CSF
18. Functions of saliva
19. Dyspnoea

First Year B.Sc Nursing Degree Supplementary Examinations, June 2016
Physiology
Time: 3 Hrs
Max. Marks: 38

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Essays: • (2×10=20)
1. Define erythropoiesis. Describe the different stages of erythropoiesis. Add a note on factors regulating it. (1+5+4=10)
2. Define blood pressure and mention its normal value. Describe the regulation of blood pressure. (2+1+7=10)

Short notes:  (7x5=35)
3. Functions of skin
4. Properties of cardiac muscle
5. Glomerular filtration rate
6. Functions of placenta
7. Pancreatic juice
8. Errors of refraction
9. Functions of platelets

Answer briefly:  (10x2=20)
10. Functions of cerebellum
11. Plasma proteins
12. Reflex arc
13. Functions of stomach
14. Cyanosis
15. Oxytocin
16. Diabetes mellitus
17. Functions of saliva
18. Rh incompatibility
19. Jaundice

First Year B.Sc Nursing Degree Examinations, October 2016
Physiology
Time: 3 Hrs
Max. Marks: 38

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Essays:  (2×10=20)
1. Define blood pressure and mention the normal value. Mention the factors affecting the blood pressure. Add a note on hypertension. (3+5+2=10)
2. Mention the normal urine output per day. Discuss the three steps in the formation of urine. Add a note on re-absorption of water by the nephron (1+6+3=10)

Short notes: (7x5=35)
3. Mitochondria
4. Functions of synapse
5. Functions of WBC
6. Oxygen transport
7. Peristalsis
8. Pregnancy test
9. Functions of cerebellum

Answer briefly:  (10x2=20)
10. Hormones secreted by the pancreas
11. Functions of hemoglobin
12. Functions of hypothalamus
13. Intrauterine contraceptive devices
14. Hypermetropia
15. Functions of gastric acid
16. Tidal volume
17. List any four primary taste sensations
18. Functions of CSF
19. Corpus luteum

First Year B.Sc Nursing Degree Supplementary Examinations June 2017
Physiology
Time: 3 Hrs
Max. Marks: 38

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Essays: (2x10=20)
1. Enumerate the coagulation factors. Explain the intrinsic pathway of coagulation. Add a note on hemophilia. (2+6+2)
2. Mention the hormones secreted by the anterior pituitary gland. Explain the actions of growth hormone. Mention one deficiency disease of this hormone. (3+5+2)

Short notes:   (7x5=35)
3. Spermatogenesis
4. Second heart sound
5. Functions of lungs
6. Enumerate the ovarian hormones. Describe any one in detail.
7. Movements of small intestine
8. Loop of Henle.
9. Functions of hypothalamus

Answer briefly:   (10x2=20)
10. Juxtaglomerular apparatus
11. Mention any two tests for anemia
12. Functions of thalamus
13. Hypermetropia
14. Peristalsis
15. Define arterial blood pressure.
16. CO2 transport
17. Cell mediated immunity
18. Cyanosis
19. Primary taste sensations.

First Year B.Sc Nursing Degree Supplementary Examinations November 2017
Physiology (2010 Scheme)
Time: 3 Hrs
Max. Marks: 38

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Essays: (2×10=20)
1. Describe the ovarian and uterine changes occurring during a normal menstrual cycle. Mention the important hormones involved in each phase. What is LH surge. (4+4+2)
2. Explain the various lung volumes and capacities with the help of a diagram. Add a note on vital capacity. (4+4+2)

Short notes:  (7x5=35)
3. Functions of CSF
4. Parkinson’s disease
5. Anti-diuretic hormone.
6. What are the pancreatic enzymes. Describe any one in detail.
7. Describe the eosinophil with the aid of a diagram.
8. Enumerate the hormones of anterior pituitary gland.
9. Oxygen dissociation curve

Answer briefly:  (10x2=20)
10. Draw and label a normal ECG tracing.
11. Myasthenia gravis
12. Functions of skin
13. Primary taste sensations
14. Composition of saliva
15. Gastric juice
16. Functions of testosterone
17. Myopia
18. Cretinism
19. Oral contraceptive pills in the female

First Year B.Sc Nursing Degree Examinations, November 2017
Physiology (2016 Scheme)
Time: 3 Hrs
Max. Marks: 38

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Essay:  (12)
1. Define erythropoiesis. Describe the different stages of erythropoiesis.  (2+10)

Short essays: (2x7=14)
2. Describe the physiological events in skeletal muscle contraction.
3. Define synapse. What are the properties of synapse

Short notes:  (5x5=25)
4. Coronary circulation
5. Carbon-di-oxide (CO2) transport
6. Hormones of posterior pituitary and their functions
7. Stages of spermatogenesis
8. Types and functions of immunoglobulins

Answer briefly:  (3x4=12)
9. Composition and functions of saliva
10. Color blindness
11. Neurotransmitters

Differentiate between:   (3x4=12)
12. Proliferative phase and secretory phase of menstrual cycle
13. Active transport and passive transport
14. Skeletal muscle and smooth muscle 

First Year B.Sc Nursing Degree Supplementary Examinations May 2018
Physiology (2010 Scheme)
Time: 3 Hrs
Max. Marks: 38

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Essays:  (2x10=20)
1. Define arterial blood pressure and give its normal value. What is hypertension. Explain the long term regulation of blood pressure. (3+3+4)
2. Describe the stages of erythropoiesis. What are the factors regulating erythropoiesis. Add a note on iron deficiency anemia. (4+4+2)

Short notes:   (7x5=35)
3. Hemophilia
4. Juxtaglomerular apparatus
5. Stages of deglutition
6. Diabetes insipidus
7. Surfactant
8. Functions of middle ear
9. Cell mediated immunity

Answer briefly:  (10x2=20)
10. Mean arterial pressure
11. Sickle cell anemia
12. Ovulation
13. Renal threshold
14. Myopia
15. Functions of oxytocin
16. Tidal volume
17. Intrinsic factor
18. Cretinism
19. Refractory period

First Year B.Sc Nursing Degree Supplementary Examinations May 2018
Physiology (2016 Scheme)
Time: 3 Hrs
Max. Marks: 38

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Essay:   (12)
1. Explain the steps in erythropoiesis. Describe the various factors influencing erythropoiesis. Add a note on functions of RBCs.   (4+4+4)

Short essays:(2x7=14)
2. Define blood pressure and mention its normal values. Describe the various factors affecting blood pressure. (3+4)
3. Describe the uterine changes during the various phases of the menstrual cycle. Add a note on contraceptive methods. (4+3)

Short notes:  (5x5=25)
4. Factors affecting glomerular filtration rate.
5. Functions of saliva.
6. Reflex arc.
7. Functions of skin.
8. Chemical regulation of respiration.

Answer briefly:  (3x4=12)
9. Functions of plasma proteins.
10. Functions of cerebellum.
11. Functions of liver

Differentiate between:  (3x4=12)
12. Cardiac and skeletal muscle.
13. Rods and cones.
14. Actions of insulin and glucagon

First Year B.Sc Nursing Degree Supplementary Examinations October 2018
Physiology (2010 Scheme)
Time: 3 Hrs
Max. Marks: 38

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Essays: (2x10=20)
1. Mention the normal respiratory rate. Explain the oxygen transport in the blood. Add a note on hypoxia. (1+5+4)
2. Discuss the blood groups in detail. Add a note on blood transfusion reactions.  (7+3)

Short notes: (7x5=35)
3. Functions of placenta.
4. Cerebrospinal fluid.
5. Functions of platelets
6. Functions of liver.
7. Formation of urine
8. Functions of hypothalamus.
9. Myxedema

Answer briefly: (10x2=20)
10. Mitochondria
11. Neuron
12. Functions of gall bladder
13. Reflex arc
14. Myopia.
15. Ovulation.
16. Neutrophils
17. Draw and label a nephron
18. Hemophilia
19. Functions of middle ear

First Year B.Sc Nursing Degree Examinations October 2018
Physiology (2016 Scheme)
Time: 3 Hrs
Max. Marks: 38

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Essay:  (12)
1. Define haemostasis and mention the steps in haemostasis. Describe the intrinsic and extrinsic coagulation pathways. Add a note on anti-coagulants. (4+4+4)

Short essays:   (2x7=14)
2. Describe the spinothalamic and pyramidal tract pathways. (3+4)
3. Define cardiac output and mention the normal value. Describe the factors influencing cardiac output. (3+4)

Short notes:  (5x5=25)
4. Conduction system of the heart.
5. Neuromuscular junction.
6. Mechanism of hearing.
7. Micturition reflex.
8. Neural regulation of respiration.

Answer briefly:  (3x4=12)
9. Functions of bile.
10. Active transport.
11. Functions of testosterone

Differentiate between:  (3x4=12)
12. nnate and acquired immunity
13. Parathyroid hormone and calcitonin.
14. Actions of sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous system

First Year B.Sc Nursing Degree Supplementary Examinations April 2019
Physiology (2010 Scheme)
Time: 3 Hrs
Max. Marks: 38

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Essays:  (2x10=20)
1. Define glomerular filtration rate and give its normal value. What are the factors regulating GFR. Add a note on osmotic diuresis. (2+6+2)
2. How is thyroxin synthesized. Explain the physiological actions of thyroxin. What is myxedema. (3+5+2)

Short notes:  (7x5=35)
3. Non respiratory functions of lung.
4. Hormones acting on stomach
5. ABO blood group systems
6. Describe the main clinical features of diabetes mellitus
7. Menstrual cycle
8. Rigor mortis
9. Juxtaglomerular apparatus

Answer briefly:  (10x2=20)
10. Acromegaly
11. Functions of cerebellum
12. Referred pain
13. Pacemaker potential
14. Impedance matching in the ear.
15. Functions of colon.
16. Bohr effect
17. Cyanosis
18. Copper-T
19. ESR

First Year B.Sc Nursing Degree Supplementary Examinations April 2019
Physiology (2016 Scheme)
Time: 3 Hrs
Max. Marks: 38

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Essay: (12)
1. Describe the transport of oxygen and carbon-dioxide in the blood. Add a note on Oxygen Dissociation Curve. (4+4+4)

Short essays:  (2x7=14)
2. Describe the different types of blood groups. Add a note on Rh incompatibility. (4+3)
3. Define cardiac cycle and mention the duration. Describe the various events in the cardiac cycle. (3+4)

Short notes: (5x5=25)
4. Describe the waves of ECG and mention its uses.
5. Excitation-contraction coupling.
6. Composition and functions of cerebrospinal fluid.
7. Describe the mechanism of inspiration and expiration.
8. Visual pathway.

Answer briefly:  (3x4=12)
9. Hormones regulating pancreatic juice secretion.
10. Neuro-endocrine reflex.
11. Spermatogenesis

Differentiate between:  (3x4=12)
12. Diffusion and osmosis.
13. Counter-current exchanger and counter-current multiplier.
14. First and second heart sound

First Year B.Sc Nursing Degree Supplementary Examinations October 2019
Physiology
Time: 3 Hrs
Max. Marks: 38

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Essays:  (2x10=20)
1. Describe the various events that occur in proximal convoluted tubule. What is the normal urine output.  (8+2)
2. What are the actions of thyroid hormone. What is cretinism.  (8+2)

Short notes: (7x5=35)
3. Structure of Cell membrane
4. Pain pathway
5. Erythropoiesis
6. Events at Neuromuscular junction
7. Functions of thalamus
8. Enzymes of Pancreas and their function
9. Pregnancy tests

Answer briefly:  (10x2=20)
10. Name the ascending tracts
11. Components of Basal ganglia
12. Lymphocytes
13. Jaundice
14. Hypertension
15. Artificial respiration
16. Presbyopia
17. Functions of testosterone
18. Micturition reflex
19. Functions of saliva

First Year B.Sc Nursing Degree Regular/Supplementary Examinations October 2019
Physiology (2016 Scheme)
Time: 3 Hrs
Max. Marks: 38

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Essay:  (12)
1. Define cardiac cycle. Discuss the different phases of cardiac cycle. Add a note on heart sounds. (2+8+2)

Short essays: (2x7=14)
2. Draw the normal oxygen – haemoglobin dissociation curve (ODC). What are the factors causing shift of ODC. (2+5)
3. Define glomerular filtration rate(GFR). What are the factors influencing it. (2+5)

Short notes:   (5x5=25)
4. Active transport
5. Structure and functions of platelets
6. Actions of insulin
7. Functions of skin
8. Visual pathway

Answer briefly:  (3x4=12)
9. Reflex arc
10. What is cyanosis. What are the types of cyanosis.
11. Micturition reflex

Differentiate between:  (3x4=12)
12. Homeostasis and hemostasis
13. Resting membrane potential and action potential
14. Rh incompatibility and ABO incompatibility 

First Year B.Sc Nursing Degree Supplementary Examinations May (November), 2020
Physiology
Time: 3 Hrs
Max. Marks: 38

Answer all questions to the point neatly and legibly •Do not leave any blank pages between answers 
Indicate the question number correctly for the answer in the margin space 
Answer all parts of a single question together • Leave sufficient space between answers 
Draw diagrams wherever necessary

Essays:  (2x10=20)
1. Describe in detail the mechanism of coagulation. Add a note on hemophilia. (8+2)
2. Discuss the modes of carbon dioxide transport in blood. Add a note on asphyxia. (8+2)

Short notes:  (7x5=35)
3. Factors influencing cardiac output
4. Contents and functions of middle ear
5. Action potential
6. Functions of thalamus
7. Properties of synapse
8. Lung volumes and capacities
9. Female contraception

Answer briefly:  (10x2=20)
10. Two differences between skeletal and smooth muscles
11. Hemiplegia
12. Eosinophil
13. Movements of small intestine
14. Dialysis
15. Astigmatism
16. Hormones of pancreas and their functions
17. Jaundice
18. Graafian follicle
19. Functions of skin

First Year B.Sc Nursing Degree Supplementary Examinations May (November), 2020
Physiology (2016 Scheme)
Time: 3 Hrs
Max. Marks: 38

Answer all questions to the point neatly and legibly • Do not leave any blank pages between answers 
Indicate the question number correctly for the answer in the margin space 
Answer all parts of a single question together • Leave sufficient space between answers 
Draw diagrams wherever necessary

Essay: (12)
1. Define glomerular filtration rate. Give its normal value. Explain in detail the factors influencing glomerular filtration rate. Add a note on glucose reabsorption by the kidney. (1+1+6+4)

Short essays: (2x7=14)
2. Define reflex. Explain reflex arc with the help of a diagram. Explain stretch reflex (1+3+3)
3. Define cardiac cycle. Give its normal value. Explain the mechanical events occurring in cardiac cycle (1+1+5)

Short notes:   (5x5=25)
4. Refractory errors of eye
5. Functions of plasma proteins
6. Functions of thyroid hormone
7. Haemostasis
8. Deglutition

Answer briefly:  (3x4=12)
9. Functions of saliva
10. Sarcomere
11. Corpus luteum

Differentiate between:  (3x4=12)
12. Neutrophil and lymphocyte
13. Skeletal muscle and smooth muscle
14. Extracellular fluid and intracellular fluid

First Year B.Sc Nursing Degree Regular/Supplementary Examinations August 2021
Physiology
Time: 3 Hrs
Max. Marks: 38

Answer all questions to the point neatly and legibly • Do not leave any blank pages between answers 
Indicate the question number correctly for the answer in the margin space 
Answer all parts of a single question together • Leave sufficient space between answers 
Draw diagrams wherever necessary

Essays: (2x10=20)
1. What are the stages of deglutition. Describe any one of them in detail. Enumerate the functions of saliva. (4+4+2)
2. How oxygen is transported in the body. Explain oxygen dissociation curve with the help of a diagram. Mention 2 factors causing shift of oxygen dissociation curve to right. (4+4+2)

Short notes:  (7x5=35)
3. Pregnancy tests
4. Functions of growth hormone
5. Macula densa
6. Heart sounds
7. Dark adaptation
8. Functions of lymph
9. Rh incompatibility

Answer briefly:  (10x2=20)
10. Draw and label a sarcomere
11. Name any two anticoagulants and describe the mechanism of action of one.
12. Normal duration of P-R interval
13. Color blindness
14. Transport maximum of glucose.
15. Testosterone
16. Define renal clearance
17. Functions of bile salts
18. Draw and label reflex arc
19. Features of tetany

First Year B.Sc Nursing Degree Regular/Supplementary Examinations August 2021
Physiology (2016 Scheme)
Time: 3 Hrs
Max. Marks: 38

Answer all questions to the point neatly and legibly • Do not leave any blank pages between answers •
Indicate the question number correctly for the answer in the margin space 
Answer all parts of a single question together • Leave sufficient space between answers 
Draw diagrams wherever necessary

Essay:  (12)
1. Describe the mechanism of acid (HCl) secretion in stomach. What are the factors affecting the secretion. (8+4)

Short essays:  (2x7=14)
2. Discuss about the origin, course and functions of pyramidal tract. (2+3+2)
3. Define immunity. What are the types of immunity. Describe briefly about innate immunity. (2+2+3)

Short notes:  (5x5=25)
4. Draw a normal ECG and mark the waves. Mention the clinical uses of ECG.
5. The stages of deglutition.
6. What is the normal body temperature. Describe briefly about its regulation.
7. Functions of thyroid hormones.
8. Juxta-glomerular apparatus.

Answer briefly:  (3x4=12)
9. Functions of surfactant
10. Innervation of urinary bladder
11. Organ of Corti

Differentiate between:  (3x4=12)
12. Menarche and menopause
13. Systolic BP and Diastolic BP.
14. Cortical nephrons and Juxta-medullary nephrons

First Year B.Sc Nursing Degree Supplementary Examinations February 2022
Physiology
Time: 3 Hrs
Max. Marks: 38

Answer all questions to the point neatly and legibly • Do not leave any blank pages between answers 
Indicate the question number correctly for the answer in the margin space 
Answer all parts of a single question together • Leave sufficient space between answers 
Draw diagrams wherever necessary

Essays:  (2x10=20)
1. Discuss the different phases of menstrual cycle. Add a note on amenorrhea. (8+2)
2. Name the descending tracts. Describe the origin, course and functions of pyramidal tract. (2+8)

Short notes:  (7x5=35)
3. Body fluid compartments
4. Neuroglia
5. Hormones regulating blood calcium
6. Functions of cerebellum
7. Platelets
8. Spermatogenesis
9. Carbondioxide transport

Answer briefly:  (10x2=20)
10. Muscle tone
11. Anaemia
12. Draw a normal ECG and name the waves
13. Digestion in stomach
14. Hormones of anterior pituitary
15. Color blindness
16. Functions of lymph
17. Conducting system of heart
18. Hypoxia
19. Primary taste sensations

First Year B.Sc Nursing Degree Supplementary Examinations February 2022
Physiology (2016 Scheme)
Time: 3 Hrs
Max. Marks: 38

Answer all questions to the point neatly and legibly • Do not leave any blank pages between answers 
Indicate the question number correctly for the answer in the margin space 
Answer all parts of a single question together • Leave sufficient space between answers 
Draw diagrams wherever necessary

Essay: (12)
1. Describe the steps of blood coagulation (clotting). Name two anticoagulants. Add a note on Hemophilia. (7+2+3)

Short essays:  (2x7=14)
2. Draw and label the visual pathway. Add a note on myopia (4+3)
3. Discuss the molecular basis of skeletal muscle contraction. Add a note on Rigor Mortis. (5+2)

Short notes:  (5x5=25)
4. Functions of Surfactant
5. Describe the mechanism of gastric HCL (hydrochloric acid) synthesis. List the factors regulating it.
6. Micturition reflex
7. Describe spermatogenesis and the factors regulating it
8. Special features of coronary circulation

Answer briefly:  (3x4=12)
9. Neuroendocrine reflex
10. Describe referred pain and its mechanism
11. Erythroblastosis Fetalis

Differentiate between:  (3x4=12)
12. Extracellular fluid (ECF) and Intracellular fluid (ICF)
13. Central and peripheral cyanosis
14. Adult and fetal Hemoglobin

First Year B.Sc Nursing Degree Supplementary Examinations May 2022
Physiology
Time: 3 Hrs
Max. Marks: 38 

Answer all questions to the point neatly and legibly • Do not leave any blank pages between answers 
Indicate the question number correctly for the answer in the margin space 
Answer all parts of a single question together • Leave sufficient space between answers 
Draw diagrams wherever necessary

Essays: (2x10=20)
1. Describe in detail the structure and functions of platelets. Add a note on haemophilia. (8+2)
2. Describe in detail the visual pathway. Add a note on colour blindness.  (8+2)

Short notes:  (7x5=35)
3. Electrocardiogram.
4. Mechanism of glucose reabsorption by kidney.
5. Functions of cerebellum.
6. Reflex arc.
7. Hypoxia.
8. Functions of placenta.
9. Actions of cortisol

Answer briefly:  (10x2=20)
10. Resting membrane potential.
11. Muscle proteins.
12. Heart sounds.
13. Functions of large intestine.
14. Homeostasis.
15. Periodic breathing.
16. Hormones of posterior pituitary and their functions.
17. Gall stones.
18. Two tests for ovulation.
19. Hyperpyrexia. 

First Year B.Sc Nursing Degree Regular/Supplementary Examinations May 2022
Physiology (2016 Scheme)
Time: 3 Hrs
Max. Marks: 38

Answer all questions to the point neatly and legibly • Do not leave any blank pages between answers 
Indicate the question number correctly for the answer in the margin space 
Answer all parts of a single question together • Leave sufficient space between answers 
Draw diagrams wherever necessary

Essay: (12)
1. Describe the lung volumes and capacities with the help of a diagram. Explain the neural regulation of respiration. (7+5)

Short essays:  (2x7=14)
2. Explain the functions of cerebellum and basal ganglia
3. Give the normal plasma calcium level. List the functions of ionic calcium. Explain the actions of hormones which regulates plasma calcium level. (1+2+4)

Short notes:  (5x5=25)
4. Normal electrocardiogram
5. Role of proximal tubule in glucose handling
6. Deglutition
7. Haemostasis
8. Mechanism of neuromuscular transmission

Answer briefly:  (3x4=12)
9. Functions of pancreatic juice
10. Tests for ovulation
11. Functions of skin

Differentiate between:  (3x4=12)
12. Spermatogenesis and Oogenesis
13. Active transport and facilitated diffusion
14. Diabetes mellitus and Diabetes insipidus

First Year B.Sc Nursing Degree Supplementary Examinations November 2022
Physiology
Time: 3 Hrs
Max. Marks: 38

Answer all questions to the point neatly and legibly • Do not leave any blank pages between answers 
Indicate the question number correctly for the answer in the margin space 
Answer all parts of a single question together • Leave sufficient space between answers 
Draw diagrams wherever necessary

Essays: (2x10=20)
1. Describe in detail the mechanism of neuromuscular transmission. Add a note on myasthenia gravis (8+2)
2. Define synapse. What are the properties of synapse. (2+8)

Short notes: (7x5=35)
3. Phases of cardiac cycle.
4. Hazards of mismatched blood transfusion.
5. Differentiate between extracellular fluid volume and intracellular fluid volume.
6. Composition and functions of gastric juice.
7. Neural regulation of respiration.
8. Factors influencing spermatogenesis.
9. Mechanism of water reabsorption by kidney.

Answer briefly:  (10x2=20)
10. Dead space.
11. Lumber puncture.
12. Phagocytosis.
13. Two functions of liver.
14. Glaucoma.
15. Cretinism.
16. Functions of parathyroid hormone.
17. Tests for pregnancy.
18. Hypertension.
19. Taste pathway. 

First Year B.Sc Nursing Degree Supplementary Examinations November 2022
Physiology (2016 Scheme)
Time: 3 Hrs
Max. Marks: 38

Answer all questions to the point neatly and legibly • Do not leave any blank pages between answers 
Indicate the question number correctly for the answer in the margin space 
Answer all parts of a single question together • Leave sufficient space between answers 
Draw diagrams wherever necessary

Essay:  (12)
1. Define blood pressure. Give its normal value. Explain the factors influencing blood pressure. Add a note on heart sounds. (1+1+6+4)

Short essays: (2x7=14)
2. Describe the pathway for pain with a neat labelled diagram. Add a note on referred pain (4+3)
3. Explain in detail stages of erythropoiesis and factors affecting it. (3+4)

Short notes:  (5x5=25)
4. Actions of glucocorticoids
5. Contents and functions of middle ear
6. Composition and functions of bile
7. Oxygen transport
8. Role of kidneys in water reabsorption

Answer briefly:  (3x4=12)
9. Small intestinal motility
10. Role of skin in thermoregulation
11. Functions of cerebrospinal fluid

Differentiate between:  (3x4=12)
12. Role of estrogen and progesterone in ovarian cycle
13. Synapse and neuromuscular junction
14. Osmosis and simple diffusion  

First Semester B.Sc Nursing Degree Regular Examinations August 2022
Paper II –  Applied Physiology
Time: 3 Hrs 
Total Marks: 38

Answer all questions to the point neatly and legibly • Do not leave any blank pages between answers 
Indicate the question number correctly for the answer in the margin space 
Answer all parts of a single question together • Leave sufficient space between answers
Draw diagrams wherever necessary.

Multiple Choice Questions  (7x1=7)
(choose the most appropriate answer from the options given)
1. Volume of air remaining in the lungs after a forceful expiration is called
a) Residual volume
b) Functional residual capacity
c) Inspiratory reserve volume
d) Expiratory reserve volume

2. Person with a blood group A has ………… in his blood
a) Antigen B
b) Antibody A
c) Antigen A
d) No antigen

3. Cardiac output is
a) Five litres per minute in normal adult
b) Stroke volume X Pulse rate
c) Can be expressed as cardiac index
d) All of these

4. Rate of diffusion through cell membrane is directly proportional to
a) Concentration gradient
b) Molecular weight
c) Temperature
d) Thickness of membrane

5. GnRH is secreted from
a) Anterior Pituitary
b) Posterior Pituitary
c) Hypothalamus
d) Ovary

6. Occurrence of first menstruation is called
a) Puberty
b) Menarche
c) Thelarche
d) Adrenarche

7. Receptor for dim light vision is
a) Rods
b) Cones
c) Rhodopsin"
d) Retinol

Essay  (1x10=10)
8. Describe the regulation of respiration. Add a note on periodic breathing.  (8+2)

Short notes  (3x5=15)
9. Erythropoiesis: definition and stages.
10. Write the composition and functions of bile.
11. Briefly explain the uterine changes taking place during different phases of menstrual cycle.

Give reasons for the following  (3x2=6)
12. Concave lens is used for the correction of myopia.
13. Defecation occurs in children soon after eating food.
14. Polyphagia (increased food intake) occurs in diabetes mellitus.

First Year B.Sc Nursing Degree Supplementary Examinations May 2023
Physiology
Time: 3 Hrs
Max. Marks: 38

Answer all questions to the point neatly and legibly • Do not leave any blank pages between answers 
Indicate the question number correctly for the answer in the margin space 
Answer all parts of a single question together • Leave sufficient space between answers 
Draw diagrams wherever necessary

Essays: (2x10=20)
1. Describe the neuromuscular junction with the help of a diagram. Explain how an impulse is transmitted across it. (6+4)
2. Mention the enzymes involved in protein digestion. Explain the various steps in digestion and absorption of proteins in the gastrointestinal tract. (3+7)

Short notes: (7x5=35)
3. Factors affecting blood pressure
4. Functions of parathyroid gland
5. Draw and label visual pathway
6. Pregnancy tests
7. What are the lung volumes. Explain any one in detail.
8. Glomerular filtration rate
9. Properties of synapse

Answer briefly: (10x2=20)
10. Astigmatism
11. Ovulation
12. Histotoxic hypoxia
13. Definition of pulse
14. Artificial respiration
15. Composition of gastric juice
16. Name two types of periodic breathing
17. Functions of Sertoli cells
18. Dialysis
19. Functions of platelets

First Year B.Sc Nursing Degree Supplementary Examinations May 2023
Physiology (2016 Scheme)
Time: 3 Hrs
Max. Marks: 38

Answer all questions to the point neatly and legibly • Do not leave any blank pages between answers 
Indicate the question number correctly for the answer in the margin space
Answer all parts of a single question together • Leave sufficient space between answers 
Draw diagrams wherever necessary

Essay: (12)
1. Explain in detail synthesis, secretion and functions of thyroid hormone. Add a note on cretinism. (3+2+5+2)

Short essays: (2x7=14)
2. Define blood pressure. Explain in detail the factors affecting blood pressure. (1+6)
3. What is menstrual cycle. Explain the ovarian changes taking place during menstrual cycle. (2+5)

Short notes:  (5x5=25)
4. Functions of cerebellum.
5. Oxygen dissociation curve
6. Juxta Glomerular Apparatus
7. Refractory period
8. Functions of skin

Answer briefly:  (3x4=12)
9. Cell mediated immunity
10. Organ of corti
11. Functions of Hypothalamus

Differentiate between:  (3x4=12)
12. Thyroid dwarf and Pituitary dwarf
13. Rapid Eye Movement and Non Rapid Eye Movement sleep
14. Arterial and Venous pulse

First Year B.Sc Nursing Degree Supplementary Examinations October 2023
Physiology
Time: 3 Hrs
Max. Marks: 38

Answer all questions to the point neatly and legibly • Do not leave any blank pages between answers 
Indicate the question number correctly for the answer in the margin space 
Answer all parts of a single question together • Leave sufficient space between answers 
Draw diagrams wherever necessary

Essays: (2x10=20)
1. Define Glomerular Filtration Rate (GFR). Explain the factors affecting glomerular filtration rate.(2+8)
2. Describe in detail about the different phases of menstrual cycle. Add a note on amenorrhoea. (8+2)

Short notes: (7x5=35)
3. Factors regulating blood pressure.
4. Active transport across cell membrane.
5. Functions of hypothalamus.
6. Referred pain.
7. Oxygen – hemoglobin dissociation curve.
8. Actions of thyroid hormone.
9. Refractive errors.

Answer briefly:  (10x2=20)
10. Leukemia.
11. Functions of cerebrospinal (CSF).
12. Basophil.
13. Movements of small intestine.
14. Types of deafness.
15. Artificial respiration.
16. Neuroglia.
17. Two functions of saliva.
18. Conducting system of heart.
19. Major blood groups.

First Year B.Sc Nursing Degree Supplementary Examinations October 2023
Physiology (2016 Scheme)
Time: 3 Hrs
Max. Marks: 38
Answer all questions to the point neatly and legibly • Do not leave any blank pages between answers 
Indicate the question number correctly for the answer in the margin space 
Answer all parts of a single question together • Leave sufficient space between answers 
Draw diagrams wherever necessary

Essay: (12)
1. Define erythropoiesis. Discuss the stages of erythropoiesis and the factors affecting it. Add a note on anemia. (1+5+4+2)

Short essays: (2x7=14)
2. Define Cardiac output. What is its normal value. Describe the factors regulating cardiac output. (1+1+5)
3. Trace the visual pathway and the effects of lesion at various levels in the pathway. (4+3)

Short notes:  (5x5=25)
4. Functions of cell membrane
5. Neuromuscular transmission
6. Cerebrospinal fluid
7. Spinothalamic pathways.
8. Functional Residual Capacity

Answer briefly:  (3x4=12)
9. Functions of liver
10. Cystometrogram
11. Functions of testosterone

Differentiate between:  (3x4=12)
12. Isometric and Isotonic muscle contraction
13. Humoral immunity and Cell mediated immunity
14. Pituitary dwarf and Thyroid dwarf

First Semester B.Sc Nursing Degree Regular/Supplementary Examinations June 2023
Paper II – Applied Physiology
Time: 3 Hrs
 Max. Marks: 38

Answer all questions to the point neatly and legibly • Do not leave any blank pages between answers
Indicate the question number correctly for the answer in the margin space
Answer all parts of a single question together • Leave sufficient space between answers
Draw diagrams wherever necessary

Multiple Choice Questions (7x1=7)
(choose the most appropriate answer from the options given)
1. Normal WBC count is ……….. cells/mm3 of blood
a) 5-6 million
b) 4000-11000
c) 1-2 Lakhs
d) 300-500

2. The hormone responsible for milk production by the mammary gland is ………..
a) Oxytocin
b) Progesterone
c) Prolactin
d) Calcitonin

3. Exchange of gases occurs in ………….. part of the lungs
a) Alveolus
b) Terminal bronchiole
c) Respiratory bronchiole
d) Bronchiole

4. Receptors for colour vision are…………
a) Rodes
b) Bipolar cells
c) Cones
d) Ganglion cells

5. The reflex arc consists of
a) Receptor
b) Effector organ
c) Afferent and efferent neurons
d) All of the above

6. The WBC having phagocytic function is …………
a) Neutrophil
b) Eosinophil
c) Basophil
d) Lymphocyte

7. Under resting conditions, the cardiac output is
a) 1-2 L/ min
b) 3-4L/min
c) 5-6 L/min
d) 6-7L/min

Essay (1x10=10)
8. Describe sarcomere. Explain briefly the mechanism of skeletal muscle contraction. Add a note on rigor mortis (3+2+5)

Short notes (3x5=15)
9. With the help of diagram, explain the steps of erythropoiesis.
10. Describe myopia and hypermetropia. (2.5+2.5)
11. Glomerular Filtration Rate (GFR): definition, normal value and three factors regulating it. (1+4)

Give reasons for the following  (3x2=6)
12. Surfactant is necessary for lung function.
13. Bile salts are essential for health.
14. Pituitary failure can cause dwarfism.

First Year B.Sc Nursing Degree Supplementary Examinations January 2024
Physiology
Time: 3 Hrs
Max. Marks: 38

Answer all questions to the point neatly and legibly • Do not leave any blank pages between answers 
Indicate the question number correctly for the answer in the margin space
Answer all parts of a single question together • Leave sufficient space between answers 
Draw diagrams wherever necessary

Essays: (2x10=20)
1. Explain the stages of erythropoiesis with the help of a diagram. Add a note on the factors affecting erythropoiesis (7+3)
2. Describe the physiological actions of thyroid hormones. Add a note on cretinism (6+4)

Short notes: (7x5=35)
3. Mechanism of HCl secretion
4. Factors affecting GFR
5. Carbon dioxide transport
6. Regulation of stroke volume
7. Errors of refraction
8. Contraception in females
9. Hypoxia

Answer briefly:  (10x2=20)
10. Functions of basal ganglia
11. Properties of skeletal muscle
12. Facilitated diffusion
13. Functions of pineal gland
14. Peristalsis
15. Define blood pressure. Write its normal value
16. Jaundice
17. Placental hormones
18. Reflex arc
19. List the functions of pancreatic juice

First Year B.Sc Nursing Degree Supplementary Examinations January 2024
Physiology (2016 Scheme)
Time: 3 Hrs
Max. Marks: 38

Answer all questions to the point neatly and legibly • Do not leave any blank pages between answers 
Indicate the question number correctly for the answer in the margin space 
Answer all parts of a single question together • Leave sufficient space between answers 
Draw diagrams wherever necessary

Essay: (12)
1. Define erythropoiesis. Mention the site of formation of erythropoiesis in adults. Describe the stages of erythropoiesis and the factors affecting it. (1+1+6+4)

Short essays: (2x7=14)
2. Name the hormones of the anterior pituitary. Describe the functions of growth hormone (3+4)
3. Mention the composition of gastric juice. Describe the regulation of gastric juice secretion (2+5)

Short notes:   (5x5=25)
4. Functions of CSF (Cerebrospinal Fluid). Add a note on Lumbar Puncture (LP)
5. Excitation-contraction coupling in skeletal muscle
6. Neural regulation of respiration
7. Describe the short term regulation of blood pressure
8. Functions of cell membrane

Answer briefly:  (3x4=12)
9. Actions of oestrogen
10. Draw and label a normal ECG. List two uses of ECG
11. Micturition reflex

Differentiate between:  (3x4=12)
12. Myopia and Hypermetropia
13. Isometric and Isotonic muscle contraction
14. First and Second heart sounds

First Year B.Sc Nursing Degree Supplementary Examinations October 2024
Physiology
Time: 3 Hrs
Max. Marks: 38

Answer all questions to the point neatly and legibly • Do not leave any blank pages between answers 
Indicate the question number correctly for the answer in the margin space 
Answer all parts of a single question together • Leave sufficient space between answers 
Draw diagrams wherever necessary

Essays: (2x10=20)
1. Explain the stages of erythropoiesis with the help of a diagram. Add a note on the factors affecting erythropoiesis. (7+3)
2. Describe the factors affecting GFR. Add a note on dialysis. (6+ 4)

Short notes: (7x5=35)
3. Physiological actions of thyroid hormone
4. Composition and functions of pancreatic juice
5. Blood transfusion reactions
6. Hypoxia
7. Contraception in females
8. Functions of kidneys
9. Pyramidal pathway

Answer briefly:  (10x2=20)
10. Facilitated diffusion
11. Draw and label taste pathway
12. Functions of large intestine
13. Referred pain
14. Define tidal volume. Write its normal value.
15. Homeostasis
16. Functions of testosterone
17. List two differences between REM and NREM sleep
18. Functions of thalamus
19. List the properties of synapse 

First Year B.Sc Nursing Degree Supplementary Examinations October 2024
Physiology (2016 Scheme)
Time: 3 Hrs
Max. Marks:38

Answer all questions to the point neatly and legibly • Do not leave any blank pages between answers 
Indicate the question number correctly for the answer in the margin space 
Answer all parts of a single question together • Leave sufficient space between answers 
Draw diagrams wherever necessary

Essay: (12)
1. Define Landsteiner’s law. Name the agglutinogens and agglutinins present in different blood groups of ‘ABO’ and ‘Rh’ systems. Add a note on Rh incompatibility. (2+5+5)

Short essays: (2x7=14)
2. Describe different types of movements of small intestine. Mention any two functions of large intestine. (5+2)
3. List the sensations carried by the dorsal column pathway. Draw and label the pain (fast pain) pathway (2+5)

Short notes:  (5x5=25)
4. Uterine changes during menstrual cycle
5. Actions of posterior pituitary hormones
6. Parts and functions of middle ear
7. Carbon dioxide transport
8. Describe the factors regulating cardiac output

Answer briefly:  (3x4=12)
9. Functions of hypothalamus
10. Excitation – contraction coupling in skeletal muscles
11. Factors influencing Glomerular Filtration Rate (GFR)

Differentiate between:  (3x4=12)
12. Humoral immunity and cell mediated immunity
13. Cortical and juxtamedullary nephrons
14. Simple diffusion and facilitated diffusion

First Semester B.Sc Nursing Degree Regular/Supplementary Examinations April 2024
 Applied Physiology
Time: 3 Hrs
Total Marks: 38

Answer all questions to the point neatly and legibly • Do not leave any blank pages between answers 
Indicate the question number correctly for the answer in the margin space 
Answer all parts of a single question together • Leave sufficient space between answers.
Draw diagrams wherever necessary

Multiple Choice Questions  (7x1=7)
(choose the most appropriate answer from the options given)
1. The normal serum sodium level is
a) 4 meq/L
b) 109 meq/L
c) 142 meq/L
d) 8 mg/dL

2. Intercalated disks are present in which muscle
a) Skeletal
b) Cardiac
c) Smooth
 d) All the muscles

3. Cretinism is due to deficiency of ………….. hormone
a) Growth
b) Thyroid
c) Prolactin
d) PTH

4. Steatorrhea refers to
a) Fatty stools
b) Watery stools
c) Blood in stools
d) Mucus in stools

5. The first heart sound occurs in
a) Iso-volumetric contraction
b) Rapid ejection phase
c) Isovolumetric relaxation
d) Atrial systole

6. Respiratory distress syndrome of newborn is due to
a) Deficient surfactant
b) Lung collapse
c) Lung infection
d) Pulmonary hypertension

7. Glomerular filtration rate is influenced by
a) Hydrostatic capillary pressure
b) Capillary oncotic pressure
c) Bowman’s space hydrostatic pressure
d) All of them

Essay (1x10=10)
8. What is the normal respiratory rate. Describe the regulation of respiration. Add a note on hypoxia. (1+6+3)

Short notes (3x5=15)
9. Erythropoiesis
10. Functions of the cranial nerves
11. Functions of liver

Give reasons for the following  (3x2=6)
12. Cardiac muscle cannot be tetanized
13. Bile salts are essential for health
14. Middle ear infections can cause deafness