Assessment by multiple choice questions is now an established feature in all competitive tests. The current collection of well phrased, lucid questions will test the students’ knowledge not only on the “must know” areas, but over a wide field. We have tried to cover most of the concepts and knowledge frequently asked in Physiology examinations.

The book is divided into sections, each section containing questions related to one of the main physiological systems of the body. Each MCQ has four options with a single correct answer. The answers are given at the end of the system. The detailed explanations given in the book are from the recognized textbooks of Physiology; with their reference clearly mentioned. We hope that, with the given explanations of each question, the book will provide a compact revision guide, encouraging understanding of the students. The book will be useful for medical, nursing, dental, physiotherapy, and other health care students. We thank our colleagues and friends for giving valuable comments and suggestions.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

About the Authors vii
Acknowledgement ix
Preface xi
Chapter 1: General Physiology 1
Chapter 2: Muscle Physiology 10
Chapter 3: Nerve Physiology 18
Chapter 4: Central Nervous System 25
Chapter 5: Special Senses 47
Chapter 6: Blood 61
Chapter 7: Cardiovascular System 84
Chapter 8: Respiratory System 106
Chapter 9: Gastrointestinal (Digestive) System 122
Chapter 10: Renal System 141
Chapter 11: Endocrine System 161
Chapter 12: Reproductive System