mdcat logical reasoning MCQ #488

A patient with prolonged vitamin C deficiency develops gum bleeding. What pathophysiological process explains this?

mdcat logical reasoning MCQ #488

  1. Question 1

    Q1. A patient with prolonged vitamin C deficiency develops gum bleeding. What pathophysiological process explains this?

    • A) Collagen synthesis impairment
    • B) Platelet dysfunction
    • C) Altered calcium metabolism
    • D) Increased capillary permeability

    Answer: Collagen synthesis impairment

    Explanation: Vitamin C is essential for collagen formation. Collagen synthesis impairment is correct because it matches what the question requires. USAT, HAT and MDCAT analytical sections repeat this pattern.