HP CHO, 9 October 2022 question paper

CHO (Community Health Officer) · 2022 · 100 questions · 150 minutes · 0.3333 mark deducted per wrong answer

Medical & Surgical Nursing 14
Community Health Nursing 11
Obstetrics & Gynaecology 10
Biochemistry & Nutrition 8
Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) 7
Nursing Research & Statistics 7
Nursing Foundations 6
Applied Microbiology & Infection control 6
Applied Nutrition & Dietetics 5
Applied Physiology 5
Mental Health Nursing 5
Pathology & Genetics 5
Pharmacology 4
Applied Psychology 3
Nursing Management & Leadership 2
General Knowledge 2

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Q1 · Applied Nutrition & Dietetics · Cookery Rules and Preservation of Nutrients
Which of the following diseases is caused due to food adulteration of Arhar Dal with Kesari Dal?
1. A.
  Lathyrism
2. B.
  Pneumoconiosis
3. C.
  Epidemic dropsy
4. D.
  Kwashiorkor
Answer and explanation
Q2 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Normal Labor
During which of the following stages of labor "crowning" occurs?
1. A.
  First stage
2. B.
  Second stage
3. C.
  Third stage
4. D.
  Fourth stage
Answer and explanation
Q3 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Childhood Malignancies
Which of the following is the most common type of childhood malignancy?
1. A.
  Polycythemia
2. B.
  Leukemia
3. C.
  Acute Lymphoma
4. D.
  Chronic Lymphoma
Answer and explanation
Q4 · Applied Physiology · Endocrine system
During emergency rapid adjustments made by the body are due to increased activity of:
1. A.
  Pituitary gland
2. B.
  Thyroid gland
3. C.
  Adrenal gland
4. D.
  Pancreas gland
Answer and explanation
Q5 · Community Health Nursing · Concepts of Community Health and Community Health Nursing
Early diagnosis and treatment is an example of:
1. A.
  Primordial prevention
2. B.
  Primary Prevention
3. C.
  Secondary prevention
4. D.
  Tertiary prevention
Answer and explanation
Q6 · Applied Psychology · Motivation & Emotional Processes
Which of the following is NOT an external cause of frustration?
1. A.
  Standing in line
2. B.
  Low IQ
3. C.
  Standing in traffic
4. D.
  Roadblocks
Answer and explanation
Q7 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Hormones in Gynecological Practice
The hormone responsible for a positive pregnancy test is:
1. A.
  Estrogen
2. B.
  Progesterone
3. C.
  Human Chorionic Gonadotropin
4. D.
  Follicle stimulating hormone
Answer and explanation
Q8 · Applied Nutrition & Dietetics · Vitamins
The anti-sterility fat-soluble vitamin is -?
1. A.
  Vitamin D
2. B.
  Vitamin K
3. C.
  Vitamin E
4. D.
  Vitamin A
Answer and explanation
Q9 · Applied Nutrition & Dietetics · Therapeutic Diet
Which nutrition supplement is given during an episode of diarrhea to reduce the duration and severity of the episode?
1. A.
  Iron
2. B.
  Calcium
3. C.
  Zinc
4. D.
  Vitamin B complex
Answer and explanation
Q10 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Integrated Management of Neonatal and Childhood Illness
A six-month-old child presenting with symptoms of cough, cold, respiratory rate more than 40 per minute and no chest in-drawing. Under which classification of acute respiratory diseases this child will fall?
1. A.
  No pneumonia
2. B.
  Pneumonia (not severe)
3. C.
  Severe pneumonia
4. D.
  Very severe disease
Answer and explanation
Q11 · Nursing Research & Statistics · Hypothesis & Assumption
Basic principles that are accepted as being true based on logic or reason without proof or verification is termed as:
1. A.
  Assumption
2. B.
  Hypothesis
3. C.
  Construct
4. D.
  Proposition
Answer and explanation
Q12 · Biochemistry & Nutrition · Immunochemistry
Elimination of free radicals occurs with the help of:
1. A.
  Bound radicals
2. B.
  Vitamin D
3. C.
  Oxygen
4. D.
  Antioxidants
Answer and explanation
Q13 · Applied Physiology · Reproductive system
The first sign of puberty in males is?
1. A.
  Facial hair growth
2. B.
  Height spurt
3. C.
  Pubic hair growth
4. D.
  Testicular enlargement
Answer and explanation
Q14 · Nursing Management & Leadership · Management Basics Applied to Nursing
Who has given 14 principles of management?
1. A.
  Daniel Fraud
2. B.
  Mary Follett
3. C.
  Henri Fayol
4. D.
  Florence Nightingale
Answer and explanation
Q15 · Applied Nutrition & Dietetics · Vitamins
A child presents with growth retardation, inability to walk and bruises all over the body. Which of the following nutrients should be recommended as a supplement to the diet?
1. A.
  Milk
2. B.
  Egg yolk
3. C.
  Citrus fruits
4. D.
  Pulses
Answer and explanation
Q16 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Miscellaneous
What should be advised to prevent the progress of Buerger's Disease?
1. A.
  Monitor BP
2. B.
  Check vitals
3. C.
  Avoid Alcohol
4. D.
  Stop smoking
Answer and explanation
Q17 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Central Nervous System
The drug of choice for neonatal seizure is:
1. A.
  Phenytoin
2. B.
  Phenobarbitone
3. C.
  Lorazepam
4. D.
  Diazepam
Answer and explanation
Q18 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Immunization and Immunodeficiency
The 'D' in DPT (DPT) vaccine stands for-?
1. A.
  Dermatitis
2. B.
  Dementia
3. C.
  Diarrhea
4. D.
  Diphtheria
Answer and explanation
Q19 · Biochemistry & Nutrition · Lipids
In a person on hunger strike from past three days which of the following urinary tests would give a positive reaction?
1. A.
  Benedict's
2. B.
  Barfoed's
3. C.
  Rothera's
4. D.
  Biuret
Answer and explanation
Q20 · Nursing Foundations · Vital Signs
The difference between apical and radial pulse is:
1. A.
  Pulse deficit
2. B.
  Pulsus paradoxus
3. C.
  Auscultatory gap
4. D.
  Pulse pressure
Answer and explanation
Q21 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Operative Obstetrics
Which of the following characteristics of contractions would the nurse expect to find in a client experiencing true labor?
1. A.
  Occurring at irregular intervals
2. B.
  Starting mainly in the abdomen
3. C.
  Gradually increasing intervals
4. D.
  Gradually decreasing intervals
Answer and explanation
Q22 · Community Health Nursing · Miscellaneous
Immunization is:
1. A.
  Primary prevention
2. B.
  Secondary prevention
3. C.
  Tertiary prevention
4. D.
  Disability prevention
Answer and explanation
Q23 · Nursing Research & Statistics · Research Problem/Question
Independent variable is:
1. A.
  Which cannot be manipulated
2. B.
  Presumed cause
3. C.
  Presumed effect
4. D.
  Also known as outcome variable
Answer and explanation
Q24 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Complications of the Third Stage of Labor
What is the commonest cause of Postpartum Hemorrhage?
1. A.
  Atony of uterus
2. B.
  Sub-involution
3. C.
  Birth Injury
4. D.
  Puerperal sepsis
Answer and explanation
Q25 · Biochemistry & Nutrition · Acid base Maintenance
pKa of the amino group of glycine is 9.6. The pH range at which glycine can be used as an effective buffer due to its amino group is:
1. A.
  7.6 to 9.6
2. B.
  8.6 to 10.6
3. C.
  9.6 to 11.6
4. D.
  10.6 to 12.6
Answer and explanation
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Q26 · Nursing Research & Statistics · Population, Sample & Sampling
Which of the following is a probability sampling technique?
1. A.
  Simple random sampling
2. B.
  Vocational
3. C.
  Mental
4. D.
  Social
Answer and explanation
Q27 · Applied Physiology · General Physiology
From the following, choose the incorrect statement about BMR:
1. A.
  BMR is directly related to the surface area
2. B.
  BMR is inversely proportional to the age
3. C.
  BMR is increased in warm climate
4. D.
  Males have higher BMR than age-matched females
Answer and explanation
Q28 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Cardiovascular, Circulatory, and Hematologic Function
A condition characterized by a prolonged PR interval more than 0.2 seconds in ECG is called:
1. A.
  Second-degree AV block
2. B.
  Mobitz Type II AV block
3. C.
  First-degree AV block
4. D.
  Complete block
Answer and explanation
Q29 · Community Health Nursing · Screening of Disease
The first person becoming sick in an epidemic is called:
1. A.
  Primary case
2. B.
  Secondary case
3. C.
  Contact case
4. D.
  Index case
Answer and explanation
Q30 · Nursing Research & Statistics · Tools and Methods of Data Collection
Observation method of data collection is used when a researcher wants to determine:
1. A.
  Beliefs of participants
2. B.
  Attitude of participants
3. C.
  Behavior of participants
4. D.
  Personal experiences of participants
Answer and explanation
Q31 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Cardiovascular, Circulatory, and Hematologic Function
Which of the following is a modifiable risk factor for cardiovascular diseases?
1. A.
  Age
2. B.
  Genetic factor
3. C.
  Family history
4. D.
  Cigarette smoking
Answer and explanation
Q32 · Community Health Nursing · Epidemiology – Epidemiological Approaches and Processes
A disease is known to be endemic:
1. A.
  When a disease is appearing or happening at irregular intervals in time
2. B.
  When a disease becomes very widespread and affects a whole region, a continent, or the entire world
3. C.
  When there is a sudden severe outbreak of disease within a region or a group
4. D.
  The disease is always constantly present in a community, but in relatively low frequency
Answer and explanation
Q33 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Normal Puerperium
The period beginning immediately after the birth of a child and extending for about six weeks is called:
1. A.
  Puerperium
2. B.
  Lochia
3. C.
  Postpartum
4. D.
  Peripartum
Answer and explanation
Q34 · Mental Health Nursing · Schizophrenia
A client expresses the belief that armed forces are out to kill him. This is an example of:
1. A.
  Hallucinations
2. B.
  Delusion of infidelity
3. C.
  Derealization
4. D.
  Delusion of persecution
Answer and explanation
Q35 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Diagnosis of Pregnancy
Which of the following is the presumptive sign of pregnancy?
1. A.
  Hegar sign
2. B.
  Nausea and vomiting
3. C.
  Skin pigmentation changes
4. D.
  Positive serum pregnancy test
Answer and explanation
Q36 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Miscellaneous
Blood sample from a patient with malaria should be collected?
1. A.
  At the peak of fever
2. B.
  Before taking meal
3. C.
  When fever is just started
4. D.
  When temperature is normal
Answer and explanation
Q37 · Nursing Research & Statistics · Research Approaches and Designs
Which of the following is not true about case-control epidemiological studies?
1. A.
  Both exposure and outcome (disease) have occurred before the start of the study
2. B.
  The study proceeds backward from effect to cause.
3. C.
  It uses control or comparison group to support or refute an inference
4. D.
  The study proceeds forward from cause to effect
Answer and explanation
Q38 · Nursing Foundations · Fluid, electrolytes & Acid-base balances
Ringer Lactate (RL) intravenous solution does not contain.?
1. A.
  Magnesium chloride
2. B.
  Sodium chloride
3. C.
  Potassium chloride
4. D.
  Calcium chloride
Answer and explanation
Q39 · Mental Health Nursing · Schizophrenia
All are Bleuler's 4 A's of schizophrenia except:
1. A.
  Autism
2. B.
  Affective disturbance
3. C.
  Ambivalence
4. D.
  Apathy
Answer and explanation
Q40 · Applied Microbiology & Infection control · General Characteristics of Microbes
The resolution power of a compound microscope is:
1. A.
  0.2 micron
2. B.
  0.2 millimeter
3. C.
  0.2 Angstrom units
4. D.
  0.2 centimeter
Answer and explanation
Q41 · Pathology & Genetics · Genetics
Which of the following traits lead to cystic fibrosis?
1. A.
  Autosomal dominant
2. B.
  Autosomal recessive
3. C.
  X-linked dominant
4. D.
  X-linked recessive
Answer and explanation
Q42 · Nursing Foundations · Nursing Theories
The theory that involves care and help through which the client attains total self-care is:
1. A.
  Nightingale theory
2. B.
  Orem's theory
3. C.
  Peplau's theory
4. D.
  Roy's theory
Answer and explanation
Q43 · Nursing Foundations · Comfort, Rest & Sleep & Pain
Suitable position for rectal examination is:
1. A.
  Prone position
2. B.
  Lithotomy position
3. C.
  Dorsal recumbent position
4. D.
  Sim's position
Answer and explanation
Q44 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Antenatal Care, Preconceptional Counseling and Care
Under Vande Mataram Scheme which of the following statements is true?
1. A.
  It is cash assistance provided to eligible pregnant women for giving birth in a government health facility
2. B.
  It is a facility under which on the 9th of every month all antenatal women are examined free of cost at all health centers/clinics
3. C.
  It entitles all pregnant women delivering in public health institutions to free and no-expense delivery, including caesarean section
4. D.
  It entitles sick neonates up to one month of age for free treatment in public health institutions
Answer and explanation
Q45 · Community Health Nursing · Assisting individuals and families to promote and maintain their health
Within how much population is a primary health center established?
1. A.
  3,000-5,000
2. B.
  20,000-30,000
3. C.
  30,000-40,000
4. D.
  2 Lakhs-3 Lakhs
Answer and explanation
Q46 · Nursing Research & Statistics · Population, Sample & Sampling
Which of the following is a probability sampling technique?
1. A.
  Purposive sampling
2. B.
  Stratified random sampling
3. C.
  Quota sampling
4. D.
  Convenience Sampling
Answer and explanation
Q47 · Applied Physiology · Renal system
Involuntary passing of urine is known as:
1. A.
  Enuresis
2. B.
  Elimination
3. C.
  Micturition
4. D.
  Defecation
Answer and explanation
Q48 · Community Health Nursing · National Health Programs
With reference to National Rural Health Mission, which of the following is not the job of ASHA?
1. A.
  Accompanying woman to the health facility for antenatal health check-up
2. B.
  Using pregnancy test kits for early detection of pregnancy
3. C.
  Providing information on nutrition and immunization
4. D.
  Conducting the delivery of the baby
Answer and explanation
Q49 · Nursing Foundations · Elimination needs
The enema given to relieve gaseous distention is:
1. A.
  Cold enema
2. B.
  Anthelminthic enema
3. C.
  Carminative enema
4. D.
  Purgative enema
Answer and explanation
Q50 · Pathology & Genetics · Systemic Pathology
Clinical findings of systemic amyloidosis include:
1. A.
  Nephrotic syndrome
2. B.
  Restrictive cardiomyopathy
3. C.
  Tongue enlargement
4. D.
  All of the above
Answer and explanation
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Q51 · General Knowledge · Indian geography
As per Census 2011 data, what is the approximate population of Himachal Pradesh?
1. A.
  65.45 Lakhs
2. B.
  60.30 Lakhs
3. C.
  68.65 Lakhs
4. D.
  69.78 Lakhs
Answer and explanation
Q52 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Integumentary Function
Pink to red discolored area with slight edema indicates:
1. A.
  First degree burns
2. B.
  Second degree burns
3. C.
  Superficial burns
4. D.
  Both a and c
Answer and explanation
Q53 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Metabolic and Endocrine Function
What is the primary purpose of administering potassium chloride infusion to a patient with diabetic ketoacidosis?
1. A.
  Treatment of hypopnea caused by potassium deficiency
2. B.
  Prevention of flaccid paralysis caused by potassium deficiency
3. C.
  Replacement of deficiency caused by intracellular movement of potassium
4. D.
  Treatment of Cerebral Edema caused by potassium deficiency
Answer and explanation
Q54 · Biochemistry & Nutrition · Carbohydrates
Which one among the following gives a negative Benedict's test?
1. A.
  Fructose
2. B.
  Sucrose
3. C.
  Ascorbate
4. D.
  Glucose
Answer and explanation
Q55 · Biochemistry & Nutrition · Carbohydrates
Which of the following has the highest glycemic index?
1. A.
  Ice-cream
2. B.
  Cucumber
3. C.
  Bread
4. D.
  Dextrose
Answer and explanation
Q56 · Biochemistry & Nutrition · Clinical Enzymology
cAMP is synthesized with the help of enzyme:
1. A.
  Phosphodiesterase
2. B.
  Adenosyl mono-phosphate
3. C.
  Adenylyl cyclase
4. D.
  G-protein
Answer and explanation
Q57 · Community Health Nursing · Screening of Disease
Following is the criteria for a screening test EXCEPT:
1. A.
  Disease should be a public health problem
2. B.
  Facility for diagnosis and treatment of disease should be available
3. C.
  Disease should have low prevalence
4. D.
  Test should be acceptable to the population
Answer and explanation
Q58 · Community Health Nursing · Miscellaneous
What does herd immunity mean?
1. A.
  Interruption of transmission
2. B.
  All to be vaccinated
3. C.
  Selected group for vaccination
4. D.
  Shorter incubation
Answer and explanation
Q59 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Metabolic and Endocrine Function
In which type of diabetes is the circulation of insulin virtually absent?
1. A.
  Type 1 diabetes
2. B.
  Type-II diabetes
3. C.
  Pancreatic diabetes
4. D.
  Maturity Onset Diabetes of Young (MODY)
Answer and explanation
Q60 · Pathology & Genetics · Systemic Pathology
Nuchal rigidity, fever and headache are classical signs of:
1. A.
  Meningitis
2. B.
  Increased ICP
3. C.
  Hypervolemia
4. D.
  Parkinson's Disease
Answer and explanation
Q61 · Mental Health Nursing · Principles and Concepts of Mental Health Nursing
A false belief unexplained by reality, shared by several people is:
1. A.
  Superstition
2. B.
  Illusion
3. C.
  Delusion
4. D.
  Obsession
Answer and explanation
Q62 · Biochemistry & Nutrition · Organ function tests
Normal uric acid levels are:
1. A.
  1-2 mg/dl
2. B.
  2-3 mg/dl
3. C.
  3-6 mg/dl
4. D.
  10-15 mg/dl
Answer and explanation
Q63 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Newborn Infants
Which apparatus is used to maintain environmental conditions suitable for a neonate?
1. A.
  Radiant warmer
2. B.
  Incubator
3. C.
  Phototherapy oven
4. D.
  Mechanical ventilator
Answer and explanation
Q64 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Hypertensive Disorders in Pregnancy
A woman who is not now and never has been pregnant is called:
1. A.
  Nulliparous
2. B.
  Nulligravida
3. C.
  Nullipuerpera
4. D.
  Nil mother
Answer and explanation
Q65 · Pharmacology · General Pharmacology
In Zero-order kinetics of elimination:
1. A.
  A fixed quantity of drug is excreted in a unit time
2. B.
  A fixed fraction of drugs is excreted in a unit time
3. C.
  A fixed volume of plasma is freed of the drug in a unit time
4. D.
  Zero amount of drug is excreted in a unit time
Answer and explanation
Q66 · Applied Microbiology & Infection control · Pathogenic Organisms
The 'aldehyde test of Napier' is used for the diagnosis of?
1. A.
  Measles
2. B.
  Dengue
3. C.
  Kala Azar
4. D.
  Pneumonia
Answer and explanation
Q67 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Miscellaneous
Which among the following manifests with fever and catarrhal symptoms of the upper respiratory tract followed by typical rashes?
1. A.
  Poliomyelitis
2. B.
  Measles
3. C.
  Rubella
4. D.
  Tetanus
Answer and explanation
Q68 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Urinary Tract Function
What is Hydrocele?
1. A.
  Fluid accumulation in the eyeball
2. B.
  Fluid accumulation in the abdomen
3. C.
  Fluid accumulation in the brain
4. D.
  Fluid accumulation in the testicle
Answer and explanation
Q69 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Newborn Infants
"Rule of Ten" is used for:
1. A.
  Cleft Lip
2. B.
  Imperforate anus
3. C.
  Burns
4. D.
  Tracheoesophageal fistula
Answer and explanation
Q70 · Pathology & Genetics · Systemic Pathology
Which of the following organisms is associated with peptic ulcer disease?
1. A.
  H. pylori
2. B.
  Hepatitis-B virus
3. C.
  Treponema pallidum
4. D.
  Measles virus
Answer and explanation
Q71 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Physiological Changes During Pregnancy
When will the uterus normally reach the level of the xiphisternum?
1. A.
  32 weeks
2. B.
  36 weeks
3. C.
  40 weeks
4. D.
  42 weeks
Answer and explanation
Q72 · Applied Nutrition & Dietetics · Balanced Diet
How much salt intake is recommended for an adult in a day?
1. A.
  Less than 2 gm
2. B.
  Less than 4 gm
3. C.
  Not more than 6 gm
4. D.
  More than 8 gm
Answer and explanation
Q73 · Community Health Nursing · Screening of Disease
The disease imported into a country, which was not otherwise present is known as?
1. A.
  Epornithic disease
2. B.
  Zoonotic disease
3. C.
  Exotic disease
4. D.
  Epizootic disease
Answer and explanation
Q74 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Miscellaneous
Transient ischemic attack (TIA) is a sudden episode of focal, reversible neurological deficit and lasts for a period of:
1. A.
  Less than one minute
2. B.
  Less than 24 hours
3. C.
  More than 24 hours
4. D.
  More than 48 hours
Answer and explanation
Q75 · General Knowledge · National Government Health Programmes
PMJAY is an acronym for:
1. A.
  Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana
2. B.
  Pradhan Mantri Janani Arogya Yojana
3. C.
  Pradhan Mantri Jan-swasthya Arogya Yojana
4. D.
  None of the above
Answer and explanation
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Q76 · Applied Microbiology & Infection control · Hand Hygiene
Which of the following is NOT a moment of hand hygiene laid down by the World Health Organization?
1. A.
  Before touching a patient
2. B.
  Before clean/aseptic procedure
3. C.
  Before touching patient surroundings
4. D.
  After touching a patient
Answer and explanation
Q77 · Biochemistry & Nutrition · Body fluids
All are true about milk's diet EXCEPT:
1. A.
  It is low in iron content but rich in calcium, sodium, and potassium
2. B.
  The major carbohydrate is lactose
3. C.
  The chief proteins are caseinogens and lactalbumin
4. D.
  It is rich in vitamin C and D but poor in vitamin A and Riboflavin
Answer and explanation
Q78 · Pharmacology · Drug Affecting Blood & Blood Formation
Ferrous sulfate is prescribed for a client. She returns to the clinic in two weeks. Which assessment by the nurse indicates that she has NOT been taking iron as ordered?
1. A.
  The client's cheeks are flushed
2. B.
  The client reports having more energy
3. C.
  The client complains of nausea
4. D.
  The client's stools are light brown
Answer and explanation
Q79 · Mental Health Nursing · Mood disorders
All are affective disorders EXCEPT:
1. A.
  Depression
2. B.
  Schizophrenia
3. C.
  Grief
4. D.
  Euphoria
Answer and explanation
Q80 · Nursing Research & Statistics · Population, Sample & Sampling
The group of people or animals in which the researcher is interested is called:
1. A.
  Experiment group
2. B.
  Sample
3. C.
  Controls
4. D.
  Variables
Answer and explanation
Q81 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Integumentary Function
Which of the following is the most important initial care when chemical burn is suspected?
1. A.
  Immediately cover the burn area
2. B.
  Remove all the dressings
3. C.
  Provide a calm environment
4. D.
  Excessive flushing with water for 20-30 minutes
Answer and explanation
Q82 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Miscellaneous
Sunken eyes, hollow cheeks, subnormal temperature, decreased urine output, washerman's hands are the features of?
1. A.
  Measles
2. B.
  Polio
3. C.
  Dehydration
4. D.
  Over hydration
Answer and explanation
Q83 · Community Health Nursing · Concepts of Community Health and Community Health Nursing
Sullivan Index is:
1. A.
  Life expectancy free of disease
2. B.
  Disability adjusted life years
3. C.
  Life expectancy free of disability
4. D.
  Number of years lost due to disability
Answer and explanation
Q84 · Community Health Nursing · National Health Programs
Which of the following is a true case definition of a confirmed case in the Integrated Disease Surveillance Program?
1. A.
  It is based on the clinical pattern of disease which can be identified by paramedical personnel and members of the community
2. B.
  It is based on typical history and clinical examination by a medical officer of primary and community health centers
3. C.
  It is based on clinical diagnosis by a medical officer and positive laboratory identification at primary and community health centers
4. D.
  It is based on the clinical pattern of disease which can be identified by a medical officer of primary and community health centers
Answer and explanation
Q85 · Applied Psychology · Developmental Psychology
Reversibility is a characteristic feature of:
1. A.
  Late childhood
2. B.
  Adolescence
3. C.
  Early childhood
4. D.
  Infants
Answer and explanation
Q86 · Nursing Management & Leadership · Organisational Behaviour & Human Relations
Which of the following is the best conflict management style?
1. A.
  Accommodating
2. B.
  Avoiding
3. C.
  Collaborating
4. D.
  Competing
Answer and explanation
Q87 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Digestive and Gastrointestinal Function
Hypergastrinemia is associated with which disease?
1. A.
  Constipation
2. B.
  Pernicious anemia
3. C.
  Cholelithiasis
4. D.
  Perforation
Answer and explanation
Q88 · Pharmacology · Antimicrobial Drugs
Which of the following is a second-line antituberculosis drug:
1. A.
  Rifampicin
2. B.
  Ethambutol
3. C.
  Levofloxacin
4. D.
  Isoniazid
Answer and explanation
Q89 · Pathology & Genetics · Genetics
Polyploidy refers to:
1. A.
  Extra copies of a gene adjacent to each other on a chromosome
2. B.
  An individual with complete extra sets of chromosomes
3. C.
  A chromosome which has replicated but not divided
4. D.
  Multiple ribosomes present on a single mRNA
Answer and explanation
Q90 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Digestive and Gastrointestinal Function
Term melena means:
1. A.
  Dark colored stool, containing blood
2. B.
  Pus in the urine
3. C.
  Painful micturition
4. D.
  Sugar in the urine
Answer and explanation
Q91 · Pharmacology · Miscellaneous
At what temperature DPT vaccine is stored for years?
1. A.
  Below zero degree centigrade
2. B.
  Zero degree centigrade
3. C.
  2-8 degree centigrade
4. D.
  10-15 deg. centigrade
Answer and explanation
Q92 · Applied Microbiology & Infection control · General Characteristics of Microbes
Gram staining is an example of:
1. A.
  Simple staining
2. B.
  Differential staining
3. C.
  Negative staining
4. D.
  None of the above
Answer and explanation
Q93 · Applied Physiology · Respiratory system
Normal respiration is also called:
1. A.
  Apnea
2. B.
  Orthopnea
3. C.
  Eupnea
4. D.
  Dyspnea
Answer and explanation
Q94 · Mental Health Nursing · Neurotic, stress related and somatisation disorders
Preoccupation with body diseases is seen in:
1. A.
  Obsession
2. B.
  Somatization
3. C.
  Hypochondriasis
4. D.
  Conversion disorder
Answer and explanation
Q95 · Applied Microbiology & Infection control · General Characteristics of Microbes
The typical bacterial growth curve shows:
1. A.
  5 phases
2. B.
  4 phases
3. C.
  3 phases
4. D.
  2 phases
Answer and explanation
Q96 · Applied Psychology · Motivation & Emotional Processes
Individual's life goal is:
1. A.
  Social motives
2. B.
  Biological motives
3. C.
  Personal motive
4. D.
  An instinct
Answer and explanation
Q97 · Nursing Foundations · Procedures
When providing CPR, the compression depth for an adult should be at least ______.?
1. A.
  2 inches
2. B.
  1 inch
3. C.
  5 inches
4. D.
  3 inches
Answer and explanation
Q98 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Newborn Infants
Skin-to-skin contact for the care of premature infants on the mother's chest is a component of ______.?
1. A.
  Child welfare and health care
2. B.
  Antenatal care
3. C.
  Kangaroo Mother Care
4. D.
  ICDS scheme
Answer and explanation
Q99 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Antepartum Hemorrhage
Which of the following is the management of partial placenta previa?
1. A.
  Caesarean section
2. B.
  Blood transfusion
3. C.
  Dilation and Curettage (D&C)
4. D.
  Complete bed rest
Answer and explanation
Q100 · Applied Microbiology & Infection control · Pathogenic Organisms
Which virus causes chickenpox?
1. A.
  Pox virus
2. B.
  RNA enterovirus
3. C.
  Varicella zoster virus
4. D.
  Clostridium tetani
Answer and explanation

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