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Semester 1

AT 101 – Human Anatomy-I

Important Questions (10)

  1. Define anatomy and differentiate gross anatomy, microscopic anatomy and embryology.
  2. Explain anatomical position and body planes with clinical relevance.
  3. Classify tissues of the human body and give examples.
  4. Describe the structure of a long bone with labeled diagram.
  5. Differentiate axial skeleton and appendicular skeleton.
  6. Explain joints and movements allowed at synovial joints.
  7. Describe respiratory system anatomy relevant to airway management.
  8. Describe heart chambers, valves and major vessels.
  9. Explain CNS and PNS in brief.
  10. Write short notes on musculoskeletal system overview.

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AT 102 – Human Physiology-I

Important Questions (10)

  1. Define physiology and explain homeostasis with an example.
  2. Explain resting membrane potential and action potential.
  3. Describe cardiac cycle and its relation to pulse and BP.
  4. Explain regulation of blood pressure in brief.
  5. Describe lung volumes and capacities.
  6. Explain nephron functions and urine formation.
  7. Describe endocrine regulation through pituitary hormones.
  8. Explain digestion and absorption in the GIT.
  9. Describe skeletal muscle contraction.
  10. Explain acid-base balance in brief.

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AT 103 – Basic Biochemistry

Important Questions (10)

  1. Define biochemistry and explain its importance in health sciences.
  2. Classify carbohydrates and mention their functions.
  3. Define proteins and explain amino acids.
  4. Write short notes on lipids and their functions.
  5. Define enzymes and explain factors affecting enzyme activity.
  6. Differentiate vitamins and minerals with examples.
  7. Explain pH and buffers with biological significance.
  8. Write a short note on calcium and phosphate metabolism.
  9. Describe the biochemical importance of glucose.
  10. Explain metabolism with examples.

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AT 104 – English / Communication Skills

Important Questions (10)

  1. Define communication and explain the communication cycle.
  2. Differentiate verbal, non-verbal and written communication.
  3. Write short notes on active listening in healthcare.
  4. Explain barriers to communication and their solutions.
  5. Write a formal application for leave or clinical posting.
  6. Differentiate summary, abstract and précis.
  7. Explain plagiarism and how to avoid it.
  8. Write short notes on presentation skills for viva voce.
  9. Explain professional communication with anxious patients.
  10. Correct common grammar mistakes in medical writing.

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AT 105 – Pakistan Studies / Islamic Studies

Important Questions (10)

  1. Explain the ideological basis of Pakistan in brief.
  2. Discuss important features of the 1973 Constitution.
  3. Write a short note on Pakistan movement milestones.
  4. Explain civic responsibilities of a good citizen.
  5. Discuss Pakistan’s geography and economic importance.
  6. Write short notes on provincial autonomy and federal system.
  7. Discuss national integration and factors affecting unity.
  8. Write short notes on education issues in Pakistan.
  9. Explain ethical values in Islamic studies relevant to healthcare.
  10. Discuss honesty, trust and accountability in professional life.

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AT 106 – Computer & IT Basics

Important Questions (10)

  1. Differentiate hardware and software with examples.
  2. Explain operating system functions in brief.
  3. Describe input and output devices used in healthcare.
  4. Explain MS Word tools for making a professional report.
  5. Explain MS Excel basics for data entry and formulas.
  6. Define networking and differentiate LAN, WAN and Internet.
  7. Explain cybersecurity basics: malware, phishing and passwords.
  8. Define database and explain its importance in hospital records.
  9. Write short notes on cloud storage and data backup.
  10. Explain basic troubleshooting for common PC problems.

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Semester 2

AT 201 – Microbiology

Important Questions (10)

  1. Define microbiology and classify microorganisms.
  2. Differentiate bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites.
  3. Explain sterilization and disinfection with examples.
  4. Write short notes on aseptic techniques in OT and ICU.
  5. Define nosocomial infection and mention its causes.
  6. Explain routes of infection transmission in hospitals.
  7. Write short notes on hand hygiene and PPE.
  8. Describe methods of preventing cross infection in anesthesia practice.
  9. Explain microbiological waste disposal principles.
  10. Discuss the role of microbiology in operation theatre safety.

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AT 202 – Pathology

Important Questions (10)

  1. Define pathology and explain its importance for anesthesia students.
  2. Differentiate acute inflammation from chronic inflammation.
  3. Explain edema, effusion and congestion in brief.
  4. Write short notes on shock and hemorrhage.
  5. Differentiate benign and malignant tumors.
  6. Explain fracture healing stages in brief.
  7. Write a short note on osteoporosis and clinical importance.
  8. Explain pneumonia with basic pathological changes.
  9. Describe thrombosis and embolism in brief.
  10. Discuss organ dysfunction and how it affects perioperative care.

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AT 203 – Pharmacology

Important Questions (10)

  1. Define pharmacology and differentiate pharmacokinetics from pharmacodynamics.
  2. Classify common drugs used in anesthesia practice.
  3. Explain routes of drug administration with examples.
  4. Write short notes on induction agents.
  5. Describe inhalational anesthetic agents in brief.
  6. Explain analgesics and sedatives with examples.
  7. Write short notes on muscle relaxants.
  8. Explain adverse drug reactions and side effects.
  9. Describe emergency drugs used in OT and ICU.
  10. Explain precautions in drug preparation and labeling.

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AT 204 – Research Methodology

Important Questions (10)

  1. Define research and explain steps of scientific method.
  2. Differentiate qualitative and quantitative research.
  3. Explain objectives, hypothesis and problem statement.
  4. Describe common study designs used in health sciences.
  5. Explain sampling methods with examples.
  6. Write short notes on data collection tools.
  7. Explain reliability and validity in research.
  8. Differentiate descriptive and inferential statistics.
  9. Explain plagiarism and referencing in research writing.
  10. Describe IMRAD structure of a research paper.

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AT 205 – Operation Theatre Techniques

Important Questions (10)

  1. Define operation theatre technique and explain its importance.
  2. Describe operation theatre zones and discipline.
  3. Explain sterile technique and asepsis.
  4. Write short notes on gowning and gloving procedures.
  5. Describe patient transfer and positioning principles.
  6. Explain instrument handling and OT workflow.
  7. Write short notes on infection prevention in OT.
  8. Discuss teamwork and communication inside operation theatre.
  9. Explain OT safety measures for staff and patients.
  10. Describe documentation responsibilities in OT practice.

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AT 206 – Anesthesia Equipment & Instruments

Important Questions (10)

  1. Describe the components of the anesthesia machine.
  2. Explain the function of vaporizers and flowmeters.
  3. Describe breathing circuits and their uses.
  4. Write short notes on oxygen cylinders and central supply.
  5. Explain airway instruments: laryngoscope, ET tube, oral airway.
  6. Describe suction apparatus and its importance.
  7. Explain pre-use checks of anesthesia machine.
  8. Write short notes on equipment troubleshooting.
  9. Discuss electrical and gas safety in anesthesia work.
  10. Explain the role of the technologist in equipment preparation.

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Semester 3

AT 207 – Patient Monitoring

Important Questions (10)

  1. Define patient monitoring and explain its importance during anesthesia.
  2. Describe pulse oximetry and what it measures.
  3. Explain ECG basics and cardiac rhythm monitoring.
  4. Describe non-invasive blood pressure monitoring.
  5. Write short notes on capnography and its significance.
  6. Explain temperature monitoring and hypothermia risks.
  7. Describe respiratory rate monitoring during anesthesia.
  8. Write short notes on alarm systems in monitors.
  9. Explain continuous monitoring for early detection of complications.
  10. Discuss common monitoring errors and their prevention.

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AT 208 – Airway Management

Important Questions (10)

  1. Define airway management and explain its goals.
  2. Describe upper airway anatomy relevant to intubation.
  3. Explain head tilt–chin lift and jaw thrust maneuvers.
  4. Write short notes on oropharyngeal and nasopharyngeal airways.
  5. Describe bag-mask ventilation technique.
  6. Explain endotracheal intubation basics.
  7. Write short notes on laryngoscopy and visualization of vocal cords.
  8. Discuss difficult airway awareness and preparation.
  9. Explain the role of suction in airway management.
  10. Describe complications of poor airway management.

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AT 301 – General Anesthesia

Important Questions (10)

  1. Define general anesthesia and explain its stages.
  2. Classify general anesthetic agents.
  3. Describe induction of general anesthesia in brief.
  4. Explain maintenance of anesthesia with inhalational agents.
  5. Write short notes on balanced anesthesia.
  6. Describe common complications of general anesthesia.
  7. Explain pre-anesthetic assessment in brief.
  8. Write short notes on recovery from anesthesia.
  9. Discuss patient safety measures during general anesthesia.
  10. Explain the role of anesthesia technologist in general anesthesia cases.

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AT 302 – Regional Anesthesia

Important Questions (10)

  1. Define regional anesthesia and classify its types.
  2. Differentiate spinal anesthesia from epidural anesthesia.
  3. Write short notes on local anesthetic agents.
  4. Explain indications and contraindications of regional anesthesia.
  5. Describe common complications of spinal anesthesia.
  6. Write short notes on nerve block basics.
  7. Explain aseptic precautions in regional anesthesia.
  8. Describe patient monitoring during regional anesthesia.
  9. Write short notes on post-procedure care after regional block.
  10. Discuss the role of technologist in regional anesthesia setup.

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AT 303 – ICU & Critical Care

Important Questions (10)

  1. Define critical care and explain the role of ICU.
  2. Describe basic ventilator support and its importance.
  3. Write short notes on hemodynamic support in ICU.
  4. Explain infection control principles in intensive care units.
  5. Describe ICU teamwork and multidisciplinary approach.
  6. Write short notes on documentation in ICU practice.
  7. Explain the importance of close monitoring in critically ill patients.
  8. Describe common equipment used in ICU.
  9. Write short notes on alarms and troubleshooting in ICU monitors.
  10. Discuss the role of anesthesia technologist in critical care support.

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Semester 4

AT 304 – Emergency Care & Resuscitation

Important Questions (10)

  1. Define emergency care and resuscitation.
  2. Explain BLS and ACLS concepts in brief.
  3. Describe ABC approach in emergency management.
  4. Write short notes on cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).
  5. Explain emergency drugs used during resuscitation.
  6. Describe defibrillation in brief.
  7. Write short notes on shock management.
  8. Explain common OT and recovery room emergencies.
  9. Describe teamwork and communication during resuscitation.
  10. Discuss the importance of rapid response in emergency care.

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AT 305 – Infection Control & Safety

Important Questions (10)

  1. Define infection control and explain its importance.
  2. Differentiate sterilization from disinfection.
  3. Write short notes on PPE used in anesthesia settings.
  4. Explain hand hygiene and standard precautions.
  5. Describe biomedical waste disposal in hospitals.
  6. Write short notes on sharps safety.
  7. Explain cross infection and how to prevent it.
  8. Describe infection control in airway equipment handling.
  9. Write short notes on OT safety and signage.
  10. Discuss the role of infection control in patient safety.

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Semester 5

AT 401 – Clinical Anesthesia Practice

Important Questions (10)

  1. Describe the workflow of a clinical anesthesia list from preparation to recovery.
  2. Explain patient verification and consent in clinical practice.
  3. Write short notes on pre-operative room setup.
  4. Describe monitoring support during routine anesthesia cases.
  5. Explain documentation responsibilities in clinical anesthesia practice.
  6. Write short notes on communication with anesthesiologist and nursing staff.
  7. Describe drug and equipment checking under supervision.
  8. Explain infection control during daily OT practice.
  9. Write short notes on professionalism and punctuality in clinical practice.
  10. Discuss learning outcomes expected from clinical anesthesia practice.

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AT 402 – Advanced Monitoring & Ventilation

Important Questions (10)

  1. Define advanced monitoring and explain its clinical value.
  2. Describe arterial line monitoring in brief.
  3. Explain central venous pressure monitoring in overview.
  4. Write short notes on mechanical ventilation basics.
  5. Describe advanced respiratory monitoring and alarms.
  6. Explain the importance of blood gas analysis in critical care.
  7. Write short notes on sedation monitoring.
  8. Describe troubleshooting of advanced monitoring devices.
  9. Explain documentation and safety in ventilated patients.
  10. Discuss the role of technologist in advanced monitoring support.

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Semester 6

AT 403 – Pain Management

Important Questions (10)

  1. Define pain and classify types of pain.
  2. Explain acute pain and chronic pain differences.
  3. Write short notes on pain assessment scales.
  4. Describe common analgesics used in pain management.
  5. Explain multimodal analgesia in brief.
  6. Write short notes on PCA (patient-controlled analgesia).
  7. Describe regional techniques used in pain relief.
  8. Explain side effects of pain medications.
  9. Write short notes on post-operative pain management.
  10. Discuss the role of technologist in assisting pain management procedures.

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AT 404 – Anesthesia for Special Cases

Important Questions (10)

  1. Explain anesthesia considerations in pediatric patients.
  2. Describe anesthesia considerations in obstetric cases.
  3. Write short notes on anesthesia in elderly patients.
  4. Explain anesthesia for patients with cardiovascular disease.
  5. Describe anesthesia considerations in respiratory disease.
  6. Write short notes on difficult special cases in OT.
  7. Explain importance of protocol modification in high-risk patients.
  8. Describe pre-operative screening for special cases.
  9. Write short notes on post-operative care in special cases.
  10. Discuss the technologist’s role in anesthesia for special populations.

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Semester 7

AT 405 – Clinical Internship / Practical

Important Questions (10)

  1. Describe responsibilities during clinical internship in anesthesia technology.
  2. Explain machine and monitor preparation before a case.
  3. Write short notes on assisting airway management under supervision.
  4. Describe infection control practices during internship.
  5. Explain documentation and logbook maintenance.
  6. Write short notes on team communication and professional behavior.
  7. Describe emergency preparedness during internship posting.
  8. Explain patient safety checks before anesthesia induction.
  9. Write short notes on daily learning objectives during internship.
  10. Discuss the importance of feedback and reflective learning in internship.

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Semester 8

AT 406 – Final Project / Seminar / Viva Preparation

Important Questions (10)

  1. Describe the basic structure of a final project or seminar report.
  2. Explain how to select a relevant topic in anesthesia technology.
  3. Write short notes on objectives and methodology of a project.
  4. Describe data collection and presentation in a simple project.
  5. Explain literature review writing in brief.
  6. Write short notes on plagiarism and academic honesty.
  7. Describe seminar presentation structure for viva.
  8. Explain how to prepare for project defense questions.
  9. Write short notes on conclusion and recommendations in a report.
  10. Discuss how final semester work improves professional readiness.

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