Lecture on Exam Rumors, Discipline, Study Strategy, Revision, and Preliminary Physiology Review

Jun 28, 2024

Lecture Notes: Exam Rumors, Discipline, Study Strategy, Revision, and Preliminary Physiology Review

Exam Rumors

  • Rumors about the exam in September: No confirmed news yet.
  • Expect a confirmed exam date within the week (Wednesday-Friday).
  • Typically, a 15-day notice is given between notification and exam date.

Importance of Discipline

  • Discipline is crucial for exam preparation.
  • Daily practice and maintaining a schedule are essential.
  • Two strategies for preparation: paper-wise and subject-wise.
  • Paper-wise: Follow a daily schedule, revise 200 topics, use notes instead of explanations in apps.
  • Subject-wise: Starting revision on DBMCI YouTube channel due to issues on the Urul app.

Revision Strategy

  • One-shot program for revision on DBMCI YouTube channel.
  • Daily sessions: Join via Zoom for DBMCI students, YouTube for others.
  • Follow a schedule for comprehensive subject revision.

Physiology Revision Schedule

  • June 26: Physiology
  • Sequential Subjects: Pathology, Microbiology, Pharmacology, Medicine, Psychiatry, Biochemistry, PSM, Forensic Medicine, Dermatology, Anatomy, Orthopedics, Radiology, Surgery, Anesthesia, OBG, Pediatrics, Ophthalmology, ENT

Daily Activities

  • Morning sessions: 8:45 AM to 9:00 AM for all students.
  • Session content includes physiology revision and subsequent topic-based question-solving.
  • Access the PDF on DBMCI Telegram group.
  • Use provided code to solve 100 customized questions on Urul app.

Physiology Quick Questions and Answers

  1. Nephron: Loop of Henle - Countercurrent multiplication system.
  2. Starling Forces: Movement across capillary membrane - hydrostatic & oncotic pressure.
  3. Chloride Shift: Maintain electrochemical equilibrium during CO2 transport.
  4. Haldane Effect: Oxygen influences CO2 binding to hemoglobin.
  5. Cushing Reflex: Not characterized by tachycardia (hypertension, bradycardia, irregular respiration).

Key Takeaways

  • Preparation should balance knowledge enhancement and testing.
  • Remaining disciplined is crucial for effective studying and success in exams.
  • Consistent, structured revision helps retain information and maintain progress.

Final Reminders

  • After the session: Start with Physiology revision on DBMCI YouTube channel.
  • Use provided resources for comprehensive exam preparation.

Contact and Follow-Up

  • Reach out if you need help or have questions.
  • Stay disciplined and engage actively with revision sessions.