Obstetrics Questions Crucial for 3rd BHMS Students
Article: 3rd BHMS Obstetrics Exam Essentials
A comprehensive post compiling essential topics and questions for the 3rd BHMS Obstetrics exam in various Indian universities has been prepared for the benefit of medical students. The post covers topics relevant to both the Gynecology and Obstetrics sections of the exam, separated into two parts: Paper 1 and Paper 2.
Examination Details- This examination will consist of two papers, each carrying 100 marks.- Paper 1 focuses on Gynecology and Homoeopathic Therapeutics related to Gynecology, while Paper 2 primarily focuses on Obstetrics and Homoeopathic Therapeutics.- The examination is scheduled for the third year, not the second year, as the syllabus indicates.
Paper 1- Section A: Gynecology (50 marks)- Section B: Homoeopathic Therapeutics related to Gynecology (50 marks)
Paper 2- Section A: Obstetrics (50 marks)- Section B: Homoeopathic Therapeutics (50 marks)
Both papers have been developed following the guidelines of the Central Council of Homoeopathy as per the B.H.M.S. Degree course syllabus starting from the 2015-2016 academic session. All questions within the post are provided under their respective units.
Topics for each section are listed below, with an emphasis on Paper 2 (Obstetrics and Homoeopathic Therapeutics) for this post:
OBSTETRICS (SECTION A)
- Fundamentals of Reproduction
- Fertilization
- Ovulation
- Spermatogenesis
- Development of Intrauterine Pregnancy, Placenta, and Foetus
- Diagnosis of pregnancy
- Physiological changes during pregnancy
- Placenta development, structures, and functions
- Antenatal Care
- Significance and advice
- Balanced diet while pregnancy
- Obstetrical examination
- Multiple Pregnancies and Hydramnios
- Twin pregnancy
- Polyhydramnios/Hydramnios
- Applied Aspects of Pregnancy
- Pre-eclampsia
- Eclampsia
- Anaemia in pregnancy
- Haemorrhage in Early Pregnancy
- Abortion (Types and Causes)
- Ectopic pregnancy
- Hydatiform mole/Vesicular mole
- Preterm Labour and Post-Maturity
- IUFD (Intrauterine Fetal Death)
- Prematurity
- Low birth weight baby
- Normal Labour and Puerperium
- Management of different stages of labour
- Normal labour
- Puerperal sepsis
- Applied Aspects of Labour
- Breech presentation
- Antepartum haemorrhage
- Dystocia
- Postpartum haemorrhage
- Post-Natal and Puerperal Care with Applied Aspects
- Breastfeeding
- Immediate care of the new-born
- Neonatal jaundice
- Asphyxia neonatorum
OBSTETRICS THERAPEUTICS (SECTION B)
Homoeopathic Therapeutics involves treating diseases by applying medicinal substances with similar symptoms. This section of the post includes model questions and a list of the most important medicines for each topic.
This post is solely focused on questions related to Obstetrics (Section B). Questions and topics for Gynecology (Section A) can be found in a separate post, 3rd BHMS GYNECOLOGY IMPORTANT QUESTIONS. The examination shall be conducted for the third year, not the second year, as specified.
For further relevant information, you can also find useful content for other subjects of the third BHMS, including General Surgery, Systemic Surgery, Organon, and Homoeopathic Materia Medica, through the provided links.
During the 3rd BHMS Obstetrics exam, medical students should prepare for topics related to the diagnosis and management of obstetric conditions, including pathology, physiological changes during pregnancy, and complications such as eclampsia, anemia, and preterm labor. In addition, understanding the application of homoeopathic medicines in obstetrics therapeutics is crucial, as this section will also be part of the exam. It's essential to familiarize yourself with the homoeopathic remedies that are most relevant to obstetric issues, as this information will be provided in the exam questions under Section B. For preparation in Gynecology, one can refer to the separate post, 3rd BHMS GYNECOLOGY IMPORTANT QUESTIONS. Overall, understanding the science of obstetrics and its relation to health-and-wellness is vital for success in the exam and future practice as a medical professional.