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Complete solved Past paper of Dispensing Technology (2025) – HSSC-I, both Section B (short questions) and Section C (long questions).
SECTION-B (25x2=50 Marks)
(Attempt any Twenty Five parts. Each answer should not exceed 2 to 4 lines.)
(i) Write a short note on dislocation.
Dislocation is the displacement of a bone from its normal position in a joint. It causes pain, swelling, and immobility.
(ii) Define disinfection and its uses.
Disinfection is the process of killing or reducing harmful microorganisms. It's used to clean surfaces, instruments, and skin before procedures.
(iii) Write down the causes of farsightedness.
Farsightedness (hypermetropia) is caused by a shorter eyeball or a flat cornea, resulting in light focusing behind the retina.
(iv) Define Oxygen saturation in the human body.
Oxygen saturation is the percentage of hemoglobin bound with oxygen in the blood. Normal range is 95%–100%.
(v) Write a short note on complicated fracture.
A complicated fracture is one in which the broken bone damages surrounding tissues, blood vessels, or organs.
(vi) What are vitals and its importance?
Vitals are signs like pulse, temperature, blood pressure, and respiration. They indicate the body’s basic functioning and health status.
(vii) Write down the basic treatment of Piles.
Piles (hemorrhoids) are treated with high-fiber diet, hydration, sitz baths, and sometimes surgical removal.
(viii) Write down the prevention of Scabies.
Avoid direct skin contact with infected people, maintain hygiene, and wash clothes/bedding in hot water.
(ix) What is Ulcer and its prevention?
An ulcer is a sore on the stomach lining or skin. Prevention includes avoiding spicy food, stress, and NSAIDs.
(x) Write down the vaccine name of snake bite.
Snake bite is treated with Anti-venom serum.
(xi) Write down the major causes of anxiety.
Stress, trauma, genetics, substance abuse, and mental disorders are common causes of anxiety.
(xii) What do you know about causative agent of cholera?
Cholera is caused by Vibrio cholerae, a bacterium found in contaminated water and food.
(xiii) Define the basic treatment of nasal infection.
Treatment includes saline sprays, steam inhalation, antibiotics (if bacterial), and antihistamines.
(xiv) Write down the basic treatment of Dengue fever.
Supportive care with fluids, rest, and paracetamol is given. Avoid aspirin. Monitor platelet count.
(xv) Define Hepatitis A and E.
Both are liver infections caused by HAV and HEV viruses, spread by contaminated food/water. They are usually self-limiting.
(xvi) Write down the tests names of Blood Sugar level.
Fasting Blood Sugar (FBS), Random Blood Sugar (RBS), HbA1c.
(xvii) Define LLF (CPR).
LLF stands for Look, Listen, and Feel, the steps used in CPR to assess breathing.
(xviii) Write down the types of blood circulation.
1. Systemic circulation
2. Pulmonary circulation
3. Coronary circulation
(xix) Define plasma and write its importance.
Plasma is the fluid part of blood that carries cells, nutrients, and hormones. It maintains blood pressure and volume.
(xx) Write down the causes of kidney failure.
High BP, diabetes, infections, dehydration, and drug toxicity.
(xxi) What is BCG?
BCG is a vaccine against tuberculosis, given at birth.
(xxii) OPD and ICU stand for?
OPD: Out Patient Department
ICU: Intensive Care Unit
(xxiii) Write down the difference between Physician and Surgeon.
A physician treats diseases with medicine, while a surgeon performs operations.
(xxiv) Write down the causes of headache nowadays.
Stress, dehydration, poor sleep, screen time, eye strain, and sinus issues.
(xxv) Define Cholesterol.
Cholesterol is a fat-like substance in the blood essential for hormone and cell membrane production.
(xxvi) Write down the functions of RBCs.
Red Blood Cells carry oxygen from lungs to body tissues and remove carbon dioxide.
(xxvii) What is Hyperthermia?
It is an abnormally high body temperature due to failed thermoregulation, often above 40°C.
(xxviii) Enumerate the types of Antibiotics.
1. Penicillins
2. Cephalosporins
3. Tetracyclines
4. Aminoglycosides
5. Macrolides
6. Fluoroquinolones
(xxix) What is Oncology? Write its function.
Oncology is the branch of medicine that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of cancer.
(xxx) Write down the causes of tooth pain.
Cavities, gum infection, broken tooth, abscess, or sensitivity.
(xxxi) Differentiate between Narcotics and non-Narcotics medicine.
Narcotics (e.g., morphine) relieve severe pain and are addictive. Non-narcotics (e.g., paracetamol) are for mild pain and non-addictive.
(xxxii) Define HIV and its causes.
HIV is a virus that attacks the immune system. Causes: unprotected sex, infected blood, shared needles.
(xxxiii) Write down the time period of measles vaccine.
Given at 9 months and 15 months of age (as per EPI schedule in Pakistan).
SECTION-C (3x10=30 Marks)
(Attempt any THREE questions)
Q.3 Write a detailed note on duties and responsibilities of dispenser.
Prepare and dispense medication as per prescription
Label and package medicines properly
Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the dispensary
Check expiry dates and maintain inventory
Guide patients on medicine use
Ensure proper storage of drugs
Record keeping and documentation
Avoid over/under-dosing
Assist pharmacist in managing drug stocks
Q.4 Define Malaria. Write its causes, investigation, treatment, and prevention.
Definition: Malaria is a mosquito-borne infectious disease caused by Plasmodium parasites.
Causes: Bite of female Anopheles mosquito carrying Plasmodium.
Investigation: Blood smear (microscopy), Rapid Diagnostic Test (RDT)
Treatment: Antimalarial drugs like chloroquine, artemisinin-based combination therapy (ACT)
Prevention: Mosquito nets, repellents, draining stagnant water, insecticides
Q.5 What is sterilization? Write its types and uses in detail.
Definition: Sterilization is the process of killing all forms of microorganisms including spores.
Types:
Heat sterilization: Autoclaving, dry heat
Chemical sterilization: Ethylene oxide, alcohol
Radiation sterilization: Gamma rays
Filtration sterilization: For heat-sensitive solutions
Uses: In hospitals (surgical tools), laboratories, pharmaceutical manufacturing
Q.6 Write a detailed note on shock, its types and management.
Definition: Shock is a life-threatening condition where the body doesn't get enough blood flow.
Types:
Hypovolemic shock (blood loss)
Cardiogenic shock (heart failure)
Septic shock (infection)
Anaphylactic shock (allergy)
Neurogenic shock (nervous system failure)
Management:
Restore blood volume
Oxygen administration
Treat the cause (antibiotics, epinephrine)
Positioning patient (Trendelenburg)
Monitor vitals
Q.7 Write a detailed note on EPI.
EPI (Expanded Program on Immunization): A public health program to immunize children against common preventable diseases.
Vaccines Included in Pakistan EPI:
BCG (Tuberculosis)
OPV (Polio)
Pentavalent (Diphtheria, Pertussis, Tetanus, Hep B, Hib)
PCV (Pneumococcal)
Rota (Rotavirus)
Measles
Schedule: Starts at birth and continues up to 15 months.
Purpose: Reduce child mortality and control infectious diseases.
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