DSSSB Nursing Officer, October 2024 question paper

DSSSB Nursing Officer · 2024 · 200 questions · 120 minutes · 0.25 mark deducted per wrong answer

English 34
Medical & Surgical Nursing 29
General Knowledge 22
Reasoning 19
Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics 17
Obstetrics & Gynaecology 8
Nursing Foundations 8
Mental Health Nursing 7
Pharmacology 7
Community Health Nursing 7
Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) 6
Applied Nutrition & Dietetics 6
Pathology & Genetics 5
Nursing Research & Statistics 5
Applied Anatomy 4
Applied Psychology 4
Forensic Nursing & Indian laws 3
Applied Physiology 3
Applied Microbiology & Infection control 2
Nursing Management & Leadership 2
Nursing Education 1
Applied Sociology 1

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Q1 · English · Vocabulary
Select the most appropriate idiom that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. The cafe was busy, filled with people chatting and enjoying their coffee.
1. A.
  so far so good
2. B.
  cut the mustard
3. C.
  snowed under
4. D.
  on cloud nine
Answer and explanation
Q2 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Metabolic and Endocrine Function
What is the main cause of Laennec's cirrhosis?
1. A.
  Chronic hepatitis
2. B.
  Right-sided heart failure
3. C.
  Obstruction of biliary duct
4. D.
  Excess alcohol consumption
Answer and explanation
Q3 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Work & Efficiency
A and B working separately can do a piece of work in 10 and 15 days, respectively. If they work for a day alternately, beginning with A, in how many days will the work be finished?
1. A.
  12 days
2. B.
  10 days
3. C.
  11 days
4. D.
  13 days
Answer and explanation
Q4 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Profit & loss
A shopkeeper sells an item for ₹436.80 after giving two successive discounts of 30% and 35% on its marked price. Had he not given any discount, he would have earned a profit of 28%. What is the cost price (in ₹) of the item?
1. A.
  797
2. B.
  750
3. C.
  717
4. D.
  777
Answer and explanation
Q5 · Applied Microbiology & Infection control · Pathogenic Organisms
What is the infection chain of Paragonimiasis?
1. A.
  Man-Snail-Man
2. B.
  Man-Snail-Fish-Man
3. C.
  Man-Cyclops-Fish-Man
4. D.
  Man-Snail-Crab-Man
Answer and explanation
Q6 · English · Comprehension
How does deforestation contribute to climate change?
1. A.
  By releasing stored carbon dioxide into the atmosphere
2. B.
  By increasing oxygen levels
3. C.
  By decreasing water vapor
4. D.
  By reducing sunlight
Answer and explanation
Q7 · Nursing Education · Implementation
Which is a teaching method where the learner is placed in a world defined by the teacher to represent a reality within which students interact?
1. A.
  Simulation
2. B.
  Symposium
3. C.
  Discussion
4. D.
  Workshop
Answer and explanation
Q8 · English · Sentence Structure
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank. The celebrated artist's masterpiece, ______ 'Guernica', is a powerful indictment of war and violence, capturing the horrors and suffering inflicted on innocent civilians.
1. A.
  entitled
2. B.
  called
3. C.
  named
4. D.
  known as
Answer and explanation
Q9 · General Knowledge · Miscellaneous
Which of the following words is a 'tatsam' (Sanskrit origin) word?
1. A.
  Chauda
2. B.
  Aansu
3. C.
  Khal
4. D.
  Sukh
Answer and explanation
Q10 · English · Error Detection
In the given sentence, which part has a spelling error? 'The stories of the pre-Premchand era were devoid of the harsh realities of life.'
1. A.
  kahaniyon jivan-yatharth (stories life-reality)
2. B.
  ke kathor sakshatkar (of harsh realities)
3. C.
  se rahit thi (were devoid of)
4. D.
  premchand purv yug ki (of the pre-Premchand era)
Answer and explanation
Q11 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Gas Exchange and Respiratory Function
Which article is shown in the given image?
1. A.
  Cuffed ET tube
2. B.
  Uncuffed ET tube
3. C.
  Uncuffed TT tube
4. D.
  Cuffed TT tube
Answer and explanation
Q12 · Pathology & Genetics · Genetics
Which one of the following terms describes the complete set of genetic material in a cell's chromosomes?
1. A.
  Nucleotide
2. B.
  Chromatin
3. C.
  Genome
4. D.
  Ribosome
Answer and explanation
Q13 · Nursing Management & Leadership · Organisational Behaviour & Human Relations
The style of leadership that dominates and commands a group is called:
1. A.
  Autocratic
2. B.
  Democratic
3. C.
  Laissez-faire
4. D.
  Participative
Answer and explanation
Q14 · English · Comprehension
Sentences of a paragraph are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph. (A) It was created in March 1961 by President John F. Kennedy. (B) The mission of the Peace Corps is to promote world peace and friendship by providing trained volunteers to countries that need them. (C) Its headquarters are in Washington, D.C. (D) The Peace Corps is a United States volunteer organisation. (E) By working together, people from the United States and countries around the world get to understand one another a little better.
1. A.
  DACBE
2. B.
  DCEAB
3. C.
  ACBDE
4. D.
  EADCB
Answer and explanation
Q15 · Forensic Nursing & Indian laws · Indian Judicial System and Laws
Which of the following Indian State Governments introduced the initial Microfinance Act in 2000 to monitor the operations of microfinance institutions under its jurisdiction?
1. A.
  Andhra Pradesh
2. B.
  Rajasthan
3. C.
  Chhattisgarh
4. D.
  Kerala
Answer and explanation
Q16 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Neurologic Function
Which of the following statements is true about Chiari IV malformation?
1. A.
  Hypoplasia of cerebellum
2. B.
  Downward displacement of the cerebellum and cerebellar tonsils
3. C.
  Encephalocervical meningocele
4. D.
  Downward displacement of the cerebellar vermis and tonsils
Answer and explanation
Q17 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Profit & loss
The list price of a dining table is ₹62,500. It is sold to a retailer after two successive discounts of 17% and 20%. The retailer wants to earn a profit of 46% on his cost after allowing a 50% discount (on its new list price) to the customer. At what price should he list the dining table?
1. A.
  ₹121,099
2. B.
  ₹121,180
3. C.
  ₹121,271
4. D.
  ₹121,136
Answer and explanation
Q18 · Applied Anatomy · Reproductive System
What is the normal length of the uterine cavity?
1. A.
  3.5 cm - 5 cm
2. B.
  3 cm - 4 cm
3. C.
  6.5 cm - 7.5 cm
4. D.
  9.5 cm - 11.5 cm
Answer and explanation
Q19 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Gas Exchange and Respiratory Function
AFB test is related to which of the following diseases?
1. A.
  Tuberculosis
2. B.
  COPD
3. C.
  Lung cancer
4. D.
  Atelectasis
Answer and explanation
Q20 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Perioperative Concepts and Nursing Management
What is the use of Magill forceps?
1. A.
  To transfer objects from a sterile drum to other sterile areas
2. B.
  To cut and hold tissues during thyroidectomy
3. C.
  To hold needle during head and neck suturing
4. D.
  To aid passage of an endotracheal tube into the larynx
Answer and explanation
Q21 · Reasoning · Analogy
The second number in the given number pairs is obtained by performing certain mathematical operation(s) on the first number. Select the pair in which the numbers are related in the same way as are the numbers of the following pairs. (245, 49), (190, 38)
1. A.
  225, 42
2. B.
  215, 43
3. C.
  170, 36
4. D.
  155, 30
Answer and explanation
Q22 · English · Comprehension
Which of the following best summarises the passage?
1. A.
  Deforestation is primarily driven by urban expansion
2. B.
  Deforestation leads to environmental degradation and climate change, requiring urgent action.
3. C.
  Deforestation is beneficial for agricultural development
4. D.
  Deforestation has no significant impact on the environment.
Answer and explanation
Q23 · General Knowledge · Miscellaneous
What is the meaning of Philosophy?
1. A.
  Preparation for life
2. B.
  Bring positive changes
3. C.
  Love for wisdom
4. D.
  Social discipline
Answer and explanation
Q24 · General Knowledge · Miscellaneous
A nurse working in a pulmonary ward receives an order to give a patient two puffs of salmeterol, and two puffs of beclomethasone by a metered dose inhaler. What is the correct way of administering the medication?
1. A.
  Administer the salmeterol first and then the beclomethasone
2. B.
  Administer the beclomethasone first and then the salmeterol
3. C.
  Alternating a single puff of each, first administer the salmeterol
4. D.
  Alternating a single puff of each, first administer the beclomethasone
Answer and explanation
Q25 · General Knowledge · Indian history
Who became the Viceroy of India immediately after Lord Lytton during the British rule?
1. A.
  Lord Ripon
2. B.
  Lord Northbrook
3. C.
  Lord Chelmsford
4. D.
  Lord Napier
Answer and explanation
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Q26 · Applied Psychology · Motivation & Emotional Processes
The fear of strangers is termed as:
1. A.
  Xenophobia
2. B.
  Agoraphobia
3. C.
  Claustrophobia
4. D.
  Acrophobia
Answer and explanation
Q27 · English · Vocabulary
Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word. Gregarious
1. A.
  Sociable
2. B.
  Outgoing
3. C.
  Extroverted
4. D.
  Solitary
Answer and explanation
Q28 · Applied Psychology · Cognitive Process
A child with an IQ score of 15 would be categorised under:
1. A.
  Severe mental retardation
2. B.
  Profound mental retardation
3. C.
  Moderate mental retardation
4. D.
  Mild mental retardation
Answer and explanation
Q29 · Reasoning · Arrangements & Puzzles
Six persons A, B, C, D, E and F are sitting in a single row facing north. F is at the 3rd position from the left. Who is sitting third to the right of F?
1. A.
  E
2. B.
  D
3. C.
  C
4. D.
  B
Answer and explanation
Q30 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Practical Obstetrics
Select the option that correctly mentions the instrument shown in the following image.
1. A.
  Cephalotribe
2. B.
  Decapitation hook
3. C.
  Pelvimeter
4. D.
  Cranioclast
Answer and explanation
Q31 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Cardiovascular, Circulatory, and Hematologic Function
All of the following are heart diseases due to left to right shunt, EXCEPT?
1. A.
  Atrial septal defect
2. B.
  Ventricular septal defect
3. C.
  Truncus arteriosus
4. D.
  Patent ductus arteriosus
Answer and explanation
Q32 · Nursing Research & Statistics · Research Approaches and Designs
Which of the following research designs is also known as ex-post facto design?
1. A.
  Quasi experimental design
2. B.
  True experimental design
3. C.
  Correlational design
4. D.
  Descriptive design
Answer and explanation
Q33 · English · Vocabulary
Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words. The study of sound and sound waves
1. A.
  Acoustics
2. B.
  Alchemy
3. C.
  Astronomy
4. D.
  Aviation
Answer and explanation
Q34 · English · Sentence Structure
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank. The ______ atmosphere of the library made it an ideal place to study.
1. A.
  Serene
2. B.
  Noisy
3. C.
  Chaotic
4. D.
  Distracting
Answer and explanation
Q35 · Applied Anatomy · Sensory Organs
The Arrector pili muscle is situated at the:
1. A.
  Skin
2. B.
  Nose
3. C.
  Ear
4. D.
  Tongue
Answer and explanation
Q36 · English · Grammar
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blanks. He likes to drink ______ tea in ______ afternoon.
1. A.
  a; the
2. B.
  the; no article
3. C.
  the; an
4. D.
  no article; the
Answer and explanation
Q37 · Mental Health Nursing · Treatment modalities and therapies used in mental disorders
During psychotherapy, the therapist asks a patient to say whatever comes to his mind, in response to a word the therapist gave. Which technique is used by the therapist?
1. A.
  Hypnosis and catharsis
2. B.
  Dream analysis
3. C.
  Free association
4. D.
  Abreaction therapy
Answer and explanation
Q38 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Miscellaneous
The best possible score for APGAR is:
1. A.
  15
2. B.
  5
3. C.
  20
4. D.
  10
Answer and explanation
Q39 · Mental Health Nursing · Substance Use Disorders
Which is characterised by undisciplined drinking that disturbs the person's interpersonal and family relations and work life, with a reliance on the effects of alcohol to relieve physical or emotional pain, but without a loss of control or an inability to abstain?
1. A.
  Alpha alcoholism
2. B.
  Beta alcoholism
3. C.
  Gamma alcoholism
4. D.
  Epsilon alcoholism
Answer and explanation
Q40 · Pathology & Genetics · Genetics
Which of the following diseases is characterized by rocker-bottom feet?
1. A.
  Trisomy 18
2. B.
  Trisomy 21
3. C.
  Trisomy 13
4. D.
  Trisomy 15
Answer and explanation
Q41 · English · Vocabulary
Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word in the given sentence. She received a prestigious award for her distinguished achievement in science.
1. A.
  Prestigious
2. B.
  Distinguished
3. C.
  Received
4. D.
  Achievement
Answer and explanation
Q42 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Miscellaneous
The HCF and the LCM of two numbers are 33 and 495, respectively. If one of the numbers is 99, what is the other number?
1. A.
  55
2. B.
  116
3. C.
  165
4. D.
  99
Answer and explanation
Q43 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Profit & loss
By how much is 60% of 50 greater than 1/5 of 25?
1. A.
  22
2. B.
  19
3. C.
  25
4. D.
  23
Answer and explanation
Q44 · Reasoning · Arrangements & Puzzles
In a row of 83 students facing north, Ravi is 24th from the left end. If a steward is 17th to the right of Ravi, what is the position of the steward from the right end of the row?
1. A.
  43rd
2. B.
  42nd
3. C.
  40th
4. D.
  45th
Answer and explanation
Q45 · English · Comprehension
What are the primary drivers of deforestation in the passage?
1. A.
  Urbanization and industrial waste
2. B.
  Mining and tourism
3. C.
  Agricultural expansion, logging, and infrastructure development
4. D.
  Fishing and hunting
Answer and explanation
Q46 · Reasoning · Blood Relations
B is the brother of D. D is the father of C. E is the daughter of D. F is the mother of E. How is B related to F?
1. A.
  Husband
2. B.
  Brother
3. C.
  Father
4. D.
  Husband's brother
Answer and explanation
Q47 · General Knowledge · Books, authors & institutions
Stars in My Sky: Those Who Brightened My Film Journey is the biography of which of the following award-winning actresses?
1. A.
  Kirron Kher
2. B.
  Supriya Pathak
3. C.
  Divya Dutta
4. D.
  Dia Mirza
Answer and explanation
Q48 · English · Sentence Structure
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank. The ______ weather made it perfect for a picnic.
1. A.
  Pleasant
2. B.
  Stormy
3. C.
  Freezing
4. D.
  Harsh
Answer and explanation
Q49 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Perioperative Concepts and Nursing Management
The Jack-knife position is also known as:
1. A.
  Sire position
2. B.
  Magill position
3. C.
  Root position
4. D.
  Kraske position
Answer and explanation
Q50 · Nursing Foundations · Promoting safety in health care environment
Identify the comfort device in the following image.
1. A.
  Halo vest
2. B.
  Trapeze bar
3. C.
  Bohler stirrup
4. D.
  Trochanter roll
Answer and explanation
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Q51 · English · Vocabulary
Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the term underlined in the given sentence. The firefighter's courageous actions saved many lives during the blaze.
1. A.
  Scary
2. B.
  Valorous
3. C.
  Warm-hearted
4. D.
  Fearful
Answer and explanation
Q52 · English · Vocabulary
Choose a meaningful word for the given phrase: 'One who wanders in the sky'.
1. A.
  Prani (Creature)
2. B.
  Nabhchar (Sky-wanderer)
3. C.
  Narbhakshi (Cannibal)
4. D.
  Nishachar (Nocturnal)
Answer and explanation
Q53 · General Knowledge · Economy and Business Current Affairs
Which of the following terms in economics establishes the relationship between the inputs used in production and the resulting output?
1. A.
  Production function
2. B.
  Price elasticity of demand
3. C.
  Marginal utility
4. D.
  Demand curve
Answer and explanation
Q54 · Applied Nutrition & Dietetics · Therapeutic Diet
Which of the following diets is used as a medical treatment for refractory epilepsy?
1. A.
  Gluten-free diet
2. B.
  DASH diet
3. C.
  Carnivore diet
4. D.
  Ketogenic diet
Answer and explanation
Q55 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Integumentary Function
Select the option that correctly describes the sign being shown in the following image.
1. A.
  Open comedones phenomenon
2. B.
  Koebner phenomenon
3. C.
  Brudzinski's phenomenon
4. D.
  Nikolsky's phenomenon
Answer and explanation
Q56 · Applied Physiology · Nervous System
All of the following are mixed cranial nerves, EXCEPT:
1. A.
  Trigeminal nerve
2. B.
  Facial nerve
3. C.
  Abducens nerve
4. D.
  Vagus nerve
Answer and explanation
Q57 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Neurologic Function
The neurotransmitter abnormality commonly associated with Parkinson's disease is:
1. A.
  High level of serotonin
2. B.
  Low level of epinephrine
3. C.
  High level of epinephrine
4. D.
  Low level of dopamine
Answer and explanation
Q58 · General Knowledge · Books, authors & institutions
'Stars in My Sky: Those Who Brightened My Film Journey' is the biography of which of the following award-winning actress?
1. A.
  Kiran Kher
2. B.
  Supriya Pathak
3. C.
  Divya Dutta
4. D.
  Diya Mirza
Answer and explanation
Q59 · Reasoning · Analogy
OPLN is related to TUQS in a certain way based on the English alphabetical order. In the same way, JKGI is related to OPLN. Following the same logic, DEAC is related to which of the following?
1. A.
  IJFH
2. B.
  IFJH
3. C.
  IHFJ
4. D.
  JIFH
Answer and explanation
Q60 · Nursing Foundations · Administration of medications
A nurse is going to administer medicines to a patient who weighs 50 kg and is to be given inj. ceftriaxone at 50 mg/kg BD. The available stock strength is 500 mg/vial. How many vials of drugs does the nurse need for the morning dose of medication?
1. A.
  5 vials
2. B.
  8 vials
3. C.
  10 vials
4. D.
  2.5 vials
Answer and explanation
Q61 · Pharmacology · Drugs Acting on Central Nervous System
Which of the following is the correct sequence of general anaesthesia?
1. A.
  Medullary paralysis → Stage of analgesia → Stage of delirium → Surgical anaesthesia
2. B.
  Stage of analgesia → Stage of delirium → Surgical anaesthesia → Medullary paralysis
3. C.
  Surgical anaesthesia → Medullary paralysis → Stage of delirium
4. D.
  Stage of delirium → Surgical anaesthesia → Medullary paralysis
Answer and explanation
Q62 · Community Health Nursing · Arthropod-borne infections
Which of the following adult mosquitoes and larvae should be eradicated to prevent Zika virus disease?
1. A.
  Aedes
2. B.
  Xenopsylla
3. C.
  Anopheles
4. D.
  Culex
Answer and explanation
Q63 · General Knowledge · Miscellaneous
Which of the following is a characteristic of the winter season in the northern plains?
1. A.
  Cold days and cold nights
2. B.
  Cold days and warm nights
3. C.
  Hot days and cold nights
4. D.
  Hot days and hot nights
Answer and explanation
Q64 · English · Comprehension
How is Indian literature making its mark before the world?
1. A.
  On the basis of modernity
2. B.
  On the basis of size
3. C.
  On the basis of its characteristic (of coordination)
4. D.
  On the basis of materialism
Answer and explanation
Q65 · Mental Health Nursing · Neurotic, stress related and somatisation disorders
What is the main indication of the flooding therapy?
1. A.
  Major depression
2. B.
  Specific phobias
3. C.
  Bipolar affective disorder
4. D.
  Obsessive compulsion disorder
Answer and explanation
Q66 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Gas Exchange and Respiratory Function
Blue bloaters are related to:
1. A.
  Chronic bronchitis
2. B.
  Bacterial pneumonia
3. C.
  Acute emphysema
4. D.
  Chronic emphysema
Answer and explanation
Q67 · General Knowledge · Sports Current Affairs
Which of the following Indian wrestlers won the gold in the 97 kg category at the Under 23 Asian Wrestling Championship 2023 in Amman, Jordan?
1. A.
  Shubham
2. B.
  Abhimanyu
3. C.
  Sahil Jaglan
4. D.
  Jointy Kumar
Answer and explanation
Q68 · Reasoning · Syllogism (Basic)
Read the given statements and conclusions. Assuming that the information given in the statement is true, even if it seems to be at variance with commonly known facts, decide which of the given conclusions logically follows from the given statements. Statements: Some grasses are yellow. All yellow are plastic. Conclusions: (I) Some straws are grass. (II) Some plastics are yellow.
1. A.
  Neither conclusion (I) nor (II) follows.
2. B.
  Only conclusion (I) follows.
3. C.
  Both conclusions (I) and (II) follow.
4. D.
  Only conclusion (II) follows.
Answer and explanation
Q69 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Miscellaneous
The given pie chart shows the spending of a family on various heads during a month. Study the pie chart and answer the question that follows.

What is the ratio of the expenses on Clothing to the expenses on Rent?
1. A.
  12:25
2. B.
  23:25
3. C.
  25:23
4. D.
  12:23
Answer and explanation
Q70 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Oncology: Nursing Management in Cancer Care
What is the full form of the radiation safety precaution 'ALARA'?
1. A.
  As Low As Reasonably Achievable
2. B.
  As Long As Radiation is Advisable
3. C.
  As Large As Radiologically Acquirable
4. D.
  As Large As Reasonably Achievable
Answer and explanation
Q71 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Miscellaneous
Identify the finding on the eyelids of the patient in the following image.
1. A.
  Flag sign
2. B.
  Xanthelasma
3. C.
  Corneal arcus
4. D.
  Frank's sign
Answer and explanation
Q72 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Immunologic Function
All of the following are the features of Reiter's syndrome, EXCEPT:
1. A.
  Urethritis
2. B.
  Conjunctivitis
3. C.
  Pleuritis
4. D.
  Arthritis
Answer and explanation
Q73 · Community Health Nursing · Epidemiology – Epidemiological Approaches and Processes
Vaccines should be stored at:
1. A.
  2 to 8 degrees C
2. B.
  25 to 29 degrees C
3. C.
  4 to 8 degrees C
4. D.
  50 to 70 degrees C
Answer and explanation
Q74 · English · Vocabulary
What is a meaningful word for the phrase 'related to the earth or made of soil'?
1. A.
  Parthiv (Earthy/Terrestrial)
2. B.
  Samadhiy (Related to a tomb)
3. C.
  Bhautik (Physical)
4. D.
  Dainik (Daily)
Answer and explanation
Q75 · Mental Health Nursing · Schizophrenia
A schizophrenic patient was asked how many members were there in his family. He replied, "Oh, maybe seven-since many people tell me because it is too hot-Raju is a very good boy-Punjabi-how about it." This is an example of which of the following?
1. A.
  Perseveration
2. B.
  Clang association
3. C.
  Circumstantiality
4. D.
  Incoherence
Answer and explanation
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Q76 · Community Health Nursing · Zoonoses
Which of the following is correct regarding the JE vaccine according to the National Immunization Schedule?
1. A.
  JE-1 at 6-9 months, JE-2 at 9-12 months, Dose - 0.5 ml, Route Subcutaneous
2. B.
  JE-1 at 9-12 months, JE-2 at 16-24 months, Dose - 1 ml, Route Intramuscular
3. C.
  JE-1 at 9-12 months, JE-2 at 16-24 months, Dose - 0.5 ml, Route Subcutaneous
4. D.
  JE-1 at 6-9 months, JE-2 at 9-12 months, Dose - 0.5 ml, Route Intracranial
Answer and explanation
Q77 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Neurologic Function
All of the following are the features of Horner's syndrome EXCEPT:
1. A.
  Ptosis
2. B.
  Nystagmus
3. C.
  Miosis
4. D.
  Anhidrosis
Answer and explanation
Q78 · English · Sentence Structure
He got well ______ one hour. Fill in the blank with the correct case marker.
1. A.
  mein - Vocative case
2. B.
  mein - Locative case
3. C.
  mein - Ablative case
4. D.
  mein - Instrumental case
Answer and explanation
Q79 · General Knowledge · Miscellaneous
Which of the following Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) has decided to start teaching BTech courses in both English and Hindi from its upcoming session in 2024?
1. A.
  IIT Delhi
2. B.
  IIT Jodhpur
3. C.
  IIT Kanpur
4. D.
  IIT Mandi
Answer and explanation
Q80 · Reasoning · Coding-Decoding
If 'A' means +, 'B' means -, 'C' means x and 'D' means /, then what will come in place of question mark (?) in the following equation? 24 A 8 B 13 D 26 C 4 = ?
1. A.
  16
2. B.
  15
3. C.
  19
4. D.
  30
Answer and explanation
Q81 · Mental Health Nursing · Miscellaneous
Which of the following is a form of delusional disorder in which an individual believes that another person, usually of a higher status, is in love with him?
1. A.
  Erotomania delusion
2. B.
  Delusion of reference
3. C.
  Nihilistic delusion
4. D.
  Delusion of grandeur
Answer and explanation
Q82 · English · Sentence Structure
The _______ weather made it perfect for a picnic.
1. A.
  Pleasant
2. B.
  Stormy
3. C.
  Freezing
4. D.
  Harsh
Answer and explanation
Q83 · General Knowledge · Miscellaneous
The Mantoux test is carried out by:
1. A.
  Injecting 1 TU of PPD in 1 ml intradermally on the extensor surface of the forearm, midway between the elbow and wrist
2. B.
  Injecting 1 TU of PPD in 1 ml subcutaneously on the flexor surface of the forearm, midway between the elbow and wrist
3. C.
  Injecting 1 TU of PPD in 0.1 ml intradermally on the flexor surface of the forearm, midway between the elbow and wrist
4. D.
  Injecting 1 TU of PPD in 0.1 ml subcutaneously on the extensor surface of the forearm, midway between the elbow and wrist
Answer and explanation
Q84 · Nursing Foundations · Introduction to Health & Illness
Identify the correct sequence of events.
1. A.
  Handicap → Disease → Impairment → Disability
2. B.
  Disease → Impairment → Disability → Handicap
3. C.
  Disability → Handicap → Disease → Impairment
4. D.
  Impairment → Disability → Handicap → Disease
Answer and explanation
Q85 · General Knowledge · Indian geography
According to the 2011 census, which of the following states/union territories has the highest percentage of Muslim population?
1. A.
  Arunachal Pradesh
2. B.
  Mizoram
3. C.
  Andhra Pradesh
4. D.
  Lakshadweep
Answer and explanation
Q86 · Applied Physiology · Nervous System
Which of the following cranial nerve functions is assessed with the help of a Weber test?
1. A.
  Cranial nerve VIII
2. B.
  Cranial nerve IX
3. C.
  Cranial nerve VII
4. D.
  Cranial nerve X
Answer and explanation
Q87 · Nursing Research & Statistics · Miscellaneous
The measure of the strength of the association between risk factors and outcome is known as:
1. A.
  Odds ratio
2. B.
  Confidence interval
3. C.
  P-value
4. D.
  Relative risk
Answer and explanation
Q88 · General Knowledge · Miscellaneous
The Legislative Assembly of which of the following Union Territories can make laws with respect to matters listed in List II or List III of the Seventh Schedule of the Constitution?
1. A.
  Puducherry
2. B.
  Lakshadweep
3. C.
  Dadra and Nagar Haveli
4. D.
  Chandigarh
Answer and explanation
Q89 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Miscellaneous
The perimeter of the base of a right circular cone is 16π cm. If the height of the cone is 48 cm, then its volume is:
1. A.
  1024π cm³
2. B.
  256π cm³
3. C.
  2524π cm³
4. D.
  2384π cm³
Answer and explanation
Q90 · Applied Anatomy · Digestive System
All of the following are the extrinsic muscles of the tongue, EXCEPT:
1. A.
  Hyoglossus
2. B.
  Stapedoglossus
3. C.
  Styloglossus
4. D.
  Genioglossus
Answer and explanation
Q91 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Examination of a Gynecological Patient
Identify the article in the following image.
1. A.
  Laminaria tent
2. B.
  Pelvimeter
3. C.
  Hodge-Smith pessary
4. D.
  Cranioclast with Cephalotribe
Answer and explanation
Q92 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Speed–distance–time
Rana walks to his farm house 4 km away from home. In the morning he covers the distance in 1.5 hours whereas, while returning home in the evening, he takes 60 more minutes to cover the same distance. Find his average speed (in kmph) during the two-way journey.
1. A.
  3
2. B.
  3.5
3. C.
  2
4. D.
  2.5
Answer and explanation
Q93 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Newborn Infants
Downe's score is used to assess which of the following?
1. A.
  Assess infants of diabetic mothers
2. B.
  Classify preterm infants
3. C.
  Severity of hyperbilirubinemia
4. D.
  Severity of respiratory distress
Answer and explanation
Q94 · Nursing Foundations · Nursing Theories
Who proposed the theory of caring?
1. A.
  Jean Watson
2. B.
  Callista Roy
3. C.
  Dorothy Johnson
4. D.
  Lydia Hall
Answer and explanation
Q95 · Reasoning · Analogy
Select the pair which follows the same pattern as the set of pairs given below. CEA: FHD, KMI: NPL
1. A.
  FIC: LNP
2. B.
  MOL: PRP
3. C.
  TVX: SRO
4. D.
  SUQ: VXT
Answer and explanation
Q96 · General Knowledge · Indian history
In which year did the Indigo Revolt take place in Bengal?
1. A.
  1859
2. B.
  1865
3. C.
  1890
4. D.
  1873
Answer and explanation
Q97 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Urinary Tract Function
All of the following are included in the Goodpasture syndrome, EXCEPT:
1. A.
  Renal stone in the ureters
2. B.
  Pulmonary haemorrhage
3. C.
  Anti-glomerular basement membrane antibody formation
4. D.
  Glomerulonephritis
Answer and explanation
Q98 · Pathology & Genetics · Clinical Pathology
Teardrop-shaped RBCs are known as:
1. A.
  Elliptocytes
2. B.
  Drepanocytes
3. C.
  Spherocytes
4. D.
  Dacrocytes
Answer and explanation
Q99 · Mental Health Nursing · Schizophrenia
According to ICD 10 classification, F20.0 is:
1. A.
  Residual schizophrenia
2. B.
  Hebephrenic schizophrenia
3. C.
  Paranoid schizophrenia
4. D.
  Catatonic schizophrenia
Answer and explanation
Q100 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Immunologic Function
Flexion of the proximal interphalangeal joint and hyperextension of the Distal Interphalangeal joint are seen in:
1. A.
  Heberden's node
2. B.
  Boutonniere deformity
3. C.
  Swan neck deformity
4. D.
  Bouchard's nodes
Answer and explanation
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Q101 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Work & Efficiency
5 pipes can fill a tank in 10 hours and 10 cisterns can empty it in 6 hours. If one pipe and one cistern is opened and the rest are closed, then the tank is filled in ______ hours.
1. A.
  150
2. B.
  300
3. C.
  200
4. D.
  250
Answer and explanation
Q102 · Pharmacology · Miscellaneous
Covaxin should be stored at:
1. A.
  2 to 8 degrees C
2. B.
  -15 to -25 degrees C
3. C.
  -2 to -8 degrees C
4. D.
  50 to 70 degrees C
Answer and explanation
Q103 · Nursing Foundations · Health Assessment
Which of the following may be objective data?
1. A.
  The patient reports severe pain
2. B.
  BP recording of 140/90 mmHg
3. C.
  The patient verbalizes feeling nausea
4. D.
  The patient informs numbness in the extremities
Answer and explanation
Q104 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Miscellaneous
Watson's water hammer pulse is also known as:
1. A.
  Pulsus alternans
2. B.
  Corrigan's pulse
3. C.
  Dicrotic pulse
4. D.
  Paradoxical pulse
Answer and explanation
Q105 · Forensic Nursing & Indian laws · Dummy
Initially, how many languages were recognized in the Eighth Schedule of the Indian Constitution?
1. A.
  10
2. B.
  8
3. C.
  14
4. D.
  12
Answer and explanation
Q106 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Cardiovascular, Circulatory, and Hematologic Function
Select the option that correctly describes the ECG shown in the following image.
1. A.
  Third-degree complete heart block
2. B.
  Second-degree type 1 heart block
3. C.
  Second-degree type 2 heart block
4. D.
  Supraventricular tachycardia
Answer and explanation
Q107 · English · Comprehension
Based on the passage, what is the biggest characteristic of literature?

Literature is a reflection of real life, human emotions, and experiences. It presents the truth of society and human nature through stories, poems, and other writings. The greatest characteristic of literature is its authenticity, as it expresses genuine feelings, thoughts, and realities of life.
1. A.
  Authenticity
2. B.
  Novelty
3. C.
  The spirit of coordination
4. D.
  Historicity
Answer and explanation
Q108 · Reasoning · Coding-Decoding
In a certain code language, 'DARK' is coded as '411811' and 'READ' is coded as '18514'. What is the code for 'E' in the given code language?
1. A.
  5
2. B.
  1
3. C.
  8
4. D.
  4
Answer and explanation
Q109 · Mental Health Nursing · Mood disorders
Which of the following is the stage I of mania, characterised by an increased sense of psychological well-being?
1. A.
  Euphoria
2. B.
  Elation
3. C.
  Exaltation
4. D.
  Ecstasy
Answer and explanation
Q110 · Nursing Research & Statistics · Analysis of data
The sum of 6 numbers is 468. Find their average.
1. A.
  79
2. B.
  78
3. C.
  76
4. D.
  77
Answer and explanation
Q111 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Cardiovascular, Circulatory, and Hematologic Function
What is the full form of AICD?
1. A.
  Automated Intrathoracic Cardioverter Defibrillator
2. B.
  Automated Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator
3. C.
  Automated Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator
4. D.
  Atrioventricular Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator
Answer and explanation
Q112 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Miscellaneous
The area (in cm²) of an equilateral triangle of side 91 cm is:
1. A.
  8281√3 / 6
2. B.
  8281√3 / 3
3. C.
  8281√3 / 2
4. D.
  8281√3 / 4
Answer and explanation
Q113 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Placenta and Fetal Membranes
What is the normal proportion of the weight of the placenta to the weight of the baby at term?
1. A.
  1:2
2. B.
  1:6
3. C.
  1:4
4. D.
  1:3
Answer and explanation
Q114 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Development
A normal child can speak 3 word-sentences at:
1. A.
  3 years
2. B.
  1.5 years
3. C.
  2 years
4. D.
  4 years
Answer and explanation
Q115 · Reasoning · Coding-Decoding
In a certain code language, 'LEAP' is coded as '3197' and 'CLAP' is coded as '7513'. What is the code for 'C' in the code language?
1. A.
  5
2. B.
  1
3. C.
  3
4. D.
  7
Answer and explanation
Q116 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Gas Exchange and Respiratory Function
Reversed Halo sign in the chest CT scan is commonly associated with:
1. A.
  Pyloric stenosis
2. B.
  Tricuspid atresia
3. C.
  COVID-19
4. D.
  Truncus arteriosus
Answer and explanation
Q117 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Profit & loss
Manohar bought an article for ₹478 and sold it at a loss of 15%. With this amount, Manohar bought another article and sold it at a gain of 64%. What is Manohar's overall gain percentage?
1. A.
  38.1%
2. B.
  34.6%
3. C.
  39.4%
4. D.
  42.9%
Answer and explanation
Q118 · General Knowledge · National Current Affairs
Which of the following Indian organizations successfully launched the GSAT-30 communication satellite in January 2020 with the aim of providing high-end broadcasting, telecommunications and television services?
1. A.
  European Space Agency (ESA)
2. B.
  SpaceX
3. C.
  National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
4. D.
  Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)
Answer and explanation
Q119 · English · Grammar
Complete the sentence using the correct case marker: '______, where are you these days?'
1. A.
  Are! -Ablative case
2. B.
  Are! -Dative case
3. C.
  Are! -Locative case
4. D.
  Are! -Vocative case
Answer and explanation
Q120 · English · Vocabulary
'Geh' is a synonym for which word?
1. A.
  Grih (house)
2. B.
  Chauda (wide)
3. C.
  Khal (villain)
4. D.
  Gaay (cow)
Answer and explanation
Q121 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Cardiovascular, Circulatory, and Hematologic Function
The ECG image given below shows:
1. A.
  Atrial fibrillation
2. B.
  Monomorphic VT
3. C.
  Polymorphic VT
4. D.
  Atrial flutter
Answer and explanation
Q122 · Pathology & Genetics · Clinical Pathology
The normal MCV is:
1. A.
  40-60 fL
2. B.
  60-80 fL
3. C.
  80-100 fL
4. D.
  20-40 fL
Answer and explanation
Q123 · Pharmacology · Hormones & Related Drugs
All of the following are functions of glucocorticoids, EXCEPT:
1. A.
  Anti-inflammatory
2. B.
  Retention of sodium and excretion of potassium
3. C.
  Helps to withstand stress
4. D.
  Decreases blood glucose level
Answer and explanation
Q124 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Neurologic Function
Which is a chronic, progressive and degenerative disorder that occurs due to the destruction of myelin sheath?
1. A.
  Myasthenia gravis
2. B.
  Parkinson's disease
3. C.
  Multiple sclerosis
4. D.
  Guillain barre syndrome
Answer and explanation
Q125 · Applied Nutrition & Dietetics · Balanced Diet
The recommended daily extra energy intake for an adult lactating mother with a baby of 3 months is:
1. A.
  600 kcal/day
2. B.
  150 kcal/day
3. C.
  250 kcal/day
4. D.
  100 kcal/day
Answer and explanation
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Q126 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Simple interest
Akshat deposited a sum of ₹28,475 at 20% rate of interest per annum, compounded annually. The total amount (in ₹) received by Akshat after 2 years is:
1. A.
  40793
2. B.
  41108
3. C.
  40950
4. D.
  41004
Answer and explanation
Q127 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Fetal Skull and Maternal Pelvis
What is the length of the mento-vertical diameter of a fetal skull?
1. A.
  9.5 cm
2. B.
  11.5 cm
3. C.
  10.5 cm
4. D.
  14 cm
Answer and explanation
Q128 · Applied Sociology · Social structure
According to the passage, how was the successful effort of social coordination achieved in the country?
1. A.
  Through literature and other arts
2. B.
  Through knowledge, devotion, and action
3. C.
  Through Indian literature
4. D.
  Through the depiction of the Varna and Ashrama system
Answer and explanation
Q129 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Neurologic Function
Identify the early symptoms of a spinal cord tumor from these options.
1. A.
  Impaired sensation of temperature, touch, and pain
2. B.
  Change in position resulting in complete unconsciousness
3. C.
  Pain worsens with activity, stress, and lying down
4. D.
  Deformity, weakness, muscle atrophy
Answer and explanation
Q130 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Miscellaneous
The value of (x^a / x^b)^(a+b) * (x^b / x^c)^(b+c) * (x^c / x^a)^(c+a) is?
1. A.
  0
2. B.
  1
3. C.
  x
4. D.
  -1
Answer and explanation
Q131 · Nursing Research & Statistics · Introduction to Statistics
All of the following are the measures of central tendency, EXCEPT:
1. A.
  Variance
2. B.
  Mean
3. C.
  Mode
4. D.
  Median
Answer and explanation
Q132 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Hemorrhage in Early Pregnancy
Which of the following surgeries involves a transverse anterior colpotomy, dissection of the bladder up to the internal cervical os and a posterior colpotomy with dissection of the areolar tissue and peritoneum upwards to the internal os?
1. A.
  Shirodkar operation
2. B.
  River operation
3. C.
  Michaelis plan operation
4. D.
  Stoppa's operation
Answer and explanation
Q133 · Applied Psychology · Personality
Which of the following stages of psychosexual development is commonly characterised by the Electra complex and Oedipus complex?
1. A.
  Oral stage
2. B.
  Phallic stage
3. C.
  Genital stage
4. D.
  Anal stage
Answer and explanation
Q134 · Reasoning · Non-Verbal Reasoning
According to the given figure, if the water source is located along A-B, then which of the given options will be the water image of the given figure?

A B
1. A.
  Option A
2. B.
  Option B
3. C.
  Option C
4. D.
  Option D
Answer and explanation
Q135 · English · Sentence Structure
Prabhavna has to go to meet ______ mother today. What is the most suitable case marker for the blank?
1. A.
  mein (in)
2. B.
  apni (her)
3. C.
  ke liye (for)
4. D.
  se (from/with)
Answer and explanation
Q136 · Reasoning · Number series
What should come in place of the question mark (?) in the given series? 70 69 65 56 ? 15
1. A.
  52
2. B.
  40
3. C.
  50
4. D.
  60
Answer and explanation
Q137 · English · Vocabulary
What is the correct meaning of the idiom 'Aankh dikhana' (to show eyes)?
1. A.
  To cast an evil eye
2. B.
  To stare
3. C.
  To show anger or intimidate
4. D.
  To be separate
Answer and explanation
Q138 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Perioperative Concepts and Nursing Management
Identify the instrument in the following image.
1. A.
  Endostapler
2. B.
  Linear stapler
3. C.
  Circular stapler
4. D.
  Electrocautery
Answer and explanation
Q139 · Community Health Nursing · Nutrition Assessment and Nutrition Education
Which of the following programmes is known as the National Programme of Nutritional Support to Primary Education?
1. A.
  Mid-day Meal Scheme
2. B.
  ICDS Programme
3. C.
  Mid-day Meal Programme
4. D.
  Balwadi Nutrition Programme
Answer and explanation
Q140 · English · Vocabulary
In other arts too, the Indian tendency has been towards coordination. What is the meaning of coordination ('samanvay')?
1. A.
  To establish separation
2. B.
  To sign
3. C.
  To establish harmony/coordination
4. D.
  To increase
Answer and explanation
Q141 · English · Grammar
Select the most appropriate adjective to fill in the blank. The IT company implemented a ______ strategy to improve employees' morale, which included regular team-building activities and open communication channels.
1. A.
  Monotonous
2. B.
  Creative
3. C.
  Hostile
4. D.
  Erratic
Answer and explanation
Q142 · Reasoning · Analogy
In the following number pairs, the second number is obtained by applying some mathematical operations on the first number. Select the pair in which the numbers are related in the same way as are the numbers of the following pairs. (9, 102), (6, 69)
1. A.
  11, 124
2. B.
  4, 41
3. C.
  15, 167
4. D.
  13, 143
Answer and explanation
Q143 · Pharmacology · Gastrointestinal Drugs
What are Choleretics?
1. A.
  A substance that relieves the symptoms of postprandial bloating by producing urination
2. B.
  A substance that promotes the flow of bile from the gall bladder into the duodenum
3. C.
  A substance that increases bile secretion by the liver
4. D.
  A substance that relieves the symptoms of postprandial bloating by producing flatulence
Answer and explanation
Q144 · Pathology & Genetics · Genetics
Which is a genetic disorder of girls caused by a missing or defective X chromosome?
1. A.
  Edward syndrome
2. B.
  Turner syndrome
3. C.
  Down syndrome
4. D.
  Patau syndrome
Answer and explanation
Q145 · Applied Physiology · General Physiology
Which of the following leaf structure(s) facilitate the transport of water, nutrients and sugars, as well as provide(s) structural support to the leaf?
1. A.
  Lamina
2. B.
  Veins
3. C.
  Epidermis
4. D.
  Stomata
Answer and explanation
Q146 · Community Health Nursing · National Health Programs
What is the full form of ASHA?
1. A.
  Anticipated Social Health Activist
2. B.
  Accredited Social Health Activist
3. C.
  Accredited Sanitation Health Activist
4. D.
  Acquired Sanitation Health Assistant
Answer and explanation
Q147 · Reasoning · Series
Refer to the following number, symbol series and answer the question given below. Counting should be done left to right only. (Left) 6 @ 17 & 8 # * 153 D # 2 @ 3 D 14 (Right). How many such symbols are there each of which is immediately preceded by a number and also immediately followed by another number?
1. A.
  None
2. B.
  More than two
3. C.
  One
4. D.
  Two
Answer and explanation
Q148 · English · Comprehension
Arrange the jumbled parts to form a coherent sentence.
1. A.
  (4)(5)(3)(2)(6)
2. B.
  (2)(4)(5)(3)(6)
3. C.
  (5)(2)(4)(3)(6)
4. D.
  (2)(4)(3)(5)(6)
Answer and explanation
Q149 · English · Vocabulary
Which of the following idiom-meaning pairs is NOT correct?
1. A.
  Kala akshar bhains barabar - Illiterate
2. B.
  Kaleja jal jaana - To endure
3. C.
  Kaal-kavalit hona - To be devoured by time (to die)
4. D.
  Kaan mein tel daalna - To pay no attention
Answer and explanation
Q150 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Gas Exchange and Respiratory Function
Which instrument is shown in the given image?
1. A.
  Portable suction machine
2. B.
  Oxygen concentrator
3. C.
  IABP pump
4. D.
  ECMO machine
Answer and explanation
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Q151 · Reasoning · Arrangements & Puzzles
U, V, W, X, A, B and C each have their exam on different days of the same week starting from Monday and ending on Sunday. No one has their exam before W. Only three persons have their exam between W and V. U has his exam on Wednesday. Only one person has an exam between X and U. C has his exam on one of the days after A but before B. C has his exam on which day of the week?
1. A.
  Thursday
2. B.
  Tuesday
3. C.
  Saturday
4. D.
  Monday
Answer and explanation
Q152 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Infections and Infestations
What is the normal axillary and rectal temperature for term newborns?
1. A.
  Axillary - 36 to 36.5°C and Rectal - 36 to 36.5°C
2. B.
  Axillary - 37.2 to 37.9°C and Rectal - 37.5 to 38.4°C
3. C.
  Axillary - 37.5 to 38.5°C and Rectal - 37.7 to 38.7°C
4. D.
  Axillary - 36.5 to 37.4°C and Rectal - 36.7 to 37.9°C
Answer and explanation
Q153 · Nursing Foundations · Infection control & BMW management
Used or discarded disinfectants and discarded formalin are categorised under which of the following waste categories?
1. A.
  Yellow category
2. B.
  Red category
3. C.
  Blue category
4. D.
  Black category
Answer and explanation
Q154 · Pharmacology · Chemotherapy of Neoplastic Drugs
Which of the following medications is a mitotic inhibitor?
1. A.
  Cyclophosphamide
2. B.
  Vincristine
3. C.
  Daunorubicin
4. D.
  Etoposide
Answer and explanation
Q155 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Safe Motherhood, Epidemiology of Obstetrics
All of the following are common clinical features of amniotic fluid embolism, EXCEPT?
1. A.
  The sudden onset of maternal respiratory distress
2. B.
  Foetal distress in response to hypoxia
3. C.
  Maternal hypertension and uterine hypotonia
4. D.
  Severe dyspnoea and cyanosis
Answer and explanation
Q156 · Reasoning · Classification (Odd One Out)
Three of the following four letter-cluster pairs are alike in a certain way and so form a group. Which is the one letter-cluster pair that does not belong to that group?
1. A.
  JS-NV
2. B.
  NG-RI
3. C.
  BK-FM
4. D.
  ML-QN
Answer and explanation
Q157 · Nursing Research & Statistics · Analysis of data
The average of 10 observations is 40. It was realized that an observation was misread as 30 in place of 50. Find the correct average.
1. A.
  42.9
2. B.
  44.9
3. C.
  42
4. D.
  40.9
Answer and explanation
Q158 · Reasoning · Classification (Odd One Out)
Three of the following four letter cluster pairs are alike in a certain way and so form a group. Which letter cluster pair does not belong to that group?
1. A.
  FG-IJ
2. B.
  RS-UV
3. C.
  LM-QP
4. D.
  AB-DE
Answer and explanation
Q159 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Proportion
A started a business with a capital of ₹656,000. After 2 months, B joined him with a certain amount of capital. At the end of a year, the profit was shared in the ratio 6:5. How much (in ₹) did B invest?
1. A.
  647200
2. B.
  670900
3. C.
  656000
4. D.
  669500
Answer and explanation
Q160 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Physiological Changes During Pregnancy
A drop in the level of the uterus during the last weeks of pregnancy as the head of the foetus engages in the pelvis is known as:
1. A.
  Ballottement
2. B.
  Effacement
3. C.
  Lightening
4. D.
  Quickening
Answer and explanation
Q161 · Nursing Management & Leadership · Organisational Behaviour & Human Relations
The type of communication that follows a chain of command through a line of authority in the hierarchy of an organisation is called:
1. A.
  Verbal communication
2. B.
  Nonverbal communication
3. C.
  Formal communication
4. D.
  Informal communication
Answer and explanation
Q162 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Miscellaneous
A fruit seller had some Oranges. He sells 80% of the Oranges. He still has 960 Oranges. Originally, how many Oranges did he have?
1. A.
  4320
2. B.
  4800
3. C.
  7200
4. D.
  1200
Answer and explanation
Q163 · Applied Nutrition & Dietetics · Proteins
Which of the following is an essential amino acid?
1. A.
  Valine
2. B.
  Serine
3. C.
  Glycine
4. D.
  Proline
Answer and explanation
Q164 · Nursing Foundations · Nursing Care & Specific Procedures
What is the size of the pink colour-coded IV cannula?
1. A.
  18
2. B.
  20
3. C.
  22
4. D.
  24
Answer and explanation
Q165 · Forensic Nursing & Indian laws · Dummy
In which article of the Indian Constitution, it is said that a person who voluntarily acquires the citizenship of a foreign state cannot be a citizen of India?
1. A.
  Article 9
2. B.
  Article 23
3. C.
  Article 19
4. D.
  Article 7
Answer and explanation
Q166 · General Knowledge · Indian geography
Which landmass is located to the south of the Narmada River, which is triangular in shape and is surrounded by the Satpura mountain range in the north?
1. A.
  Thar Desert
2. B.
  Deccan Plateau
3. C.
  Indo-Ganga Plain
4. D.
  Western Ghats
Answer and explanation
Q167 · Pharmacology · Drug Affecting Blood & Blood Formation
Desmopressin is commonly used in the treatment of which of the following?
1. A.
  Aplastic anaemia
2. B.
  Haemophilia
3. C.
  Polycythemia
4. D.
  Thalassaemia
Answer and explanation
Q168 · Applied Anatomy · Musculoskeletal System
The quadriceps femoris muscle includes all of the following muscles, EXCEPT?
1. A.
  Rectus femoris
2. B.
  Vastus superioris
3. C.
  Vastus medialis
4. D.
  Vastus lateralis
Answer and explanation
Q169 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Metabolic and Endocrine Function
Primary hypothyroidism is characterised by:
1. A.
  Only increased TSH
2. B.
  Increased T3 and T4, increased TSH and normal metabolism
3. C.
  Only increased metabolism
4. D.
  Only increased T3 and T4
Answer and explanation
Q170 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Development
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of an autistic child?
1. A.
  Lack of attachment with parents and absence of separation anxiety
2. B.
  Preference for group play and cooperative play with friends
3. C.
  Absent social smile and marked impairment in making friends
4. D.
  Lack of eye-to-eye contact and lack of awareness of others' feelings
Answer and explanation
Q171 · English · Comprehension
Choose the correct title for the passage from the following.
1. A.
  Religion and Literature
2. B.
  Religious Coordination
3. C.
  The Treasure of Literature
4. D.
  The Characteristic of Literature
Answer and explanation
Q172 · Applied Microbiology & Infection control · Pathogenic Organisms
All of the following organisms are included in the HACEK group, EXCEPT:
1. A.
  Ehrlichia chaffeensis
2. B.
  Cardiobacterium hominis
3. C.
  Kingella kingae
4. D.
  Haemophilus species
Answer and explanation
Q173 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Diseases of Gastrointestinal System and Liver
What is Millard's rule for a child with a cleft lip?
1. A.
  Rule of 5
2. B.
  Rule of 10
3. C.
  Rule of 7
4. D.
  Rule of 9
Answer and explanation
Q174 · General Knowledge · Union government and Judiciary Bodies
Which of the following articles of the Indian constitution states that the superintendence, direction and control of elections shall be vested in the Election Commission?
1. A.
  321
2. B.
  323
3. C.
  322
4. D.
  324
Answer and explanation
Q175 · English · Error Detection
Which of the following sentences is grammatically correct?
1. A.
  Do not read secret letters while coming out of here.
2. B.
  My mind was filled with shame.
3. C.
  Rag's wife criticized Rag.
4. D.
  He was utterly ashamed.
Answer and explanation
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Q176 · General Knowledge · Art & Culture
'Losar' festival is celebrated in which of the following states/union territories of India?
1. A.
  Rajasthan
2. B.
  Ladakh
3. C.
  Odisha
4. D.
  Tamil Nadu
Answer and explanation
Q177 · General Knowledge · National Government Health Programmes
Which of the following is a health assurance scheme which aims at providing a health cover of ₹5 lakh per family per year for secondary and tertiary care hospitalisation to over 12 crore poor and vulnerable families that form the bottom 40% of the Indian population?
1. A.
  PMUY
2. B.
  PM MUDRA
3. C.
  PMMVY
4. D.
  PMJAY
Answer and explanation
Q178 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Diagnosis of Pregnancy
Which of the following is/are the confirmatory/positive signs of pregnancy?
1. A.
  Amenorrhea and morning sickness
2. B.
  Breast discomfort and fatigue
3. C.
  Goodell's sign and Chadwick's sign
4. D.
  Auscultation of fetal heart sound
Answer and explanation
Q179 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Neurologic Function
The acronym 'URGE' summarises the symptoms and diagnostic criteria of:
1. A.
  Alzheimer's disease
2. B.
  Restless leg syndrome
3. C.
  Incomplete spinal cord injury
4. D.
  Parkinson's disease
Answer and explanation
Q180 · Pharmacology · Hormones & Related Drugs
Depo-Provera (DMPA) is a/an:
1. A.
  Subdermal implant contraceptive
2. B.
  Injectable contraceptive
3. C.
  Vaginal contraceptive diaphragm
4. D.
  Oral contraceptive pill
Answer and explanation
Q181 · General Knowledge · Art & Culture
‘Losar’ festival is celebrated in which of the following states/union territories of India?
1. A.
  Rajasthan
2. B.
  Ladakh
3. C.
  Odisha
4. D.
  Tamil Nadu
Answer and explanation
Q182 · Applied Nutrition & Dietetics · Minerals
The normal level of zinc in blood is:
1. A.
  20-40 mcg/dL
2. B.
  10-20 mcg/dL
3. C.
  40-70 mcg/dL
4. D.
  70-120 mcg/dL
Answer and explanation
Q183 · Community Health Nursing · Health Care Planning and Organization of Health Care at various levels
The term 'comprehensive health care' was first used in 1946 by which of the following committees?
1. A.
  Bhore committee
2. B.
  Srivastava committee
3. C.
  Kartar Singh Committee
4. D.
  Mudaliar committee
Answer and explanation
Q184 · Nursing Foundations · Administration of medications
The appropriate needle size for subcutaneous injection is:
1. A.
  10 G
2. B.
  27 G
3. C.
  22 G
4. D.
  18 G
Answer and explanation
Q185 · English · Sentence Structure
From the point of view of sentence structure, choose the correct sentence from the following.
1. A.
  A clever person, the solution to the problem in the blink of an eye, does.
2. B.
  A clever person, every problem's in the blink of an eye, does solution.
3. C.
  A clever person solves every problem in the blink of an eye.
4. D.
  Every problem's solution in the blink of an eye does a clever person.
Answer and explanation
Q186 · Reasoning · Number series
What should come in place of '?' in the given series? 12 31 54 81 112 ?
1. A.
  153
2. B.
  139
3. C.
  131
4. D.
  147
Answer and explanation
Q187 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Simple interest
What sum (in ₹) will earn a simple interest of ₹600 in 2 years at 8% per year rate of interest?
1. A.
  1875
2. B.
  7560
3. C.
  5000
4. D.
  3750
Answer and explanation
Q188 · English · Comprehension
Sentences of a paragraph are given below. While the first sentence (S1) is in the correct order, the sentences below it are jumbled up. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph. S1) The conference on renewable energy A) held at the prestigious Indian Institute of Science B) attracted experts from around the world C) to discuss sustainable solutions D) and foster international collaboration
1. A.
  BADC
2. B.
  ABCD
3. C.
  CADB
4. D.
  DCBA
Answer and explanation
Q189 · General Knowledge · National Current Affairs
Which of the following Indian companies successfully launched the GSAT-30 communication satellite in January 2020 with the aim of providing high-end broadcasting, telecommunications and television services?
1. A.
  European Space Agency (ESA)
2. B.
  Space-x
3. C.
  National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
4. D.
  Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)
Answer and explanation
Q190 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Gas Exchange and Respiratory Function
Identify the article in the following image.
1. A.
  Portable suction machine
2. B.
  Oxygen concentrator
3. C.
  LAMP pump
4. D.
  ECMO machine
Answer and explanation
Q191 · English · Comprehension
What is the central theme of the passage?
1. A.
  The environmental and climatic impacts of deforestation and the need for solutions
2. B.
  The technological advancements in logging
3. C.
  The economic benefits of deforestation
4. D.
  The role of deforestation in urban development
Answer and explanation
Q192 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Miscellaneous
Roux-en-Y bypass surgery is a type of:
1. A.
  Bariatric surgery
2. B.
  Sigmoid colostomy
3. C.
  Urinary diversion
4. D.
  Ventriculoperitoneal shunting
Answer and explanation
Q193 · Community Health Nursing · National Health Programs
All of the following diseases are included in the National Vector Borne Diseases Control Program (NVBDCP), EXCEPT:
1. A.
  Kala-azar and Japanese encephalitis
2. B.
  Poliomyelitis and rotavirus dysentery
3. C.
  Lymphatic filariasis and chikungunya
4. D.
  Malaria and dengue
Answer and explanation
Q194 · English · Vocabulary
The synonym for jungle is:
1. A.
  Kanan
2. B.
  Jaladhi
3. C.
  Vat
4. D.
  Vihag
Answer and explanation
Q195 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Speed–distance–time
A, B and C are in a cycle race of 24,300 meters. A cycles twice as fast as B. C cycles at one-third the speed of B. C completes the race in 45 minutes. Then where was B from the finishing line when A finished the race?
1. A.
  12144 m
2. B.
  12150 m
3. C.
  12148 m
4. D.
  12155 m
Answer and explanation
Q196 · Applied Nutrition & Dietetics · Therapeutic Diet
Which of the following is the correct definition of overweight and obesity given by WHO?
1. A.
  Overweight is a BMI greater than or equal to 30. Obesity is a BMI greater than or equal to 35.
2. B.
  Overweight is a BMI greater than or equal to 25. Obesity is a BMI greater than or equal to 30.
3. C.
  Overweight is a BMI greater than or equal to 30. Obesity is a BMI greater than or equal to 40.
4. D.
  Overweight is a BMI greater than or equal to 40. Obesity is a BMI greater than or equal to 50.
Answer and explanation
Q197 · Applied Psychology · Motivation & Emotional Processes
The hierarchy of needs was introduced by:
1. A.
  Abraham Maslow
2. B.
  Henri Fayol
3. C.
  Douglas McGregor
4. D.
  Max Weber
Answer and explanation
Q198 · Applied Nutrition & Dietetics · Nutritional Assessment and Nutrition Education
Calculate the BMI category of a person with a height of 1.4 m and a weight of 80 kg.
1. A.
  Overweight
2. B.
  Normal
3. C.
  Obesity class 3
4. D.
  Obesity class 1
Answer and explanation
Q199 · General Knowledge · National Current Affairs
As part of the Vikasit Bharat Sankalp Yatra launched on 13 November 2023, the Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMSBY) provides accident insurance for how many citizens?
1. A.
  More than 14.27 lakh citizens
2. B.
  More than 5.26 lakh citizens
3. C.
  More than 18.15 lakh citizens
4. D.
  More than 10.20 lakh citizens
Answer and explanation
Q200 · Reasoning · Series
Look at the following letter, symbol series and answer the question. Counting should be done from left to right only. (Left) 2 & @ 5 7 8 9 4 3 0 6 # 1 * 2 0 8 @ 7 (Right). How many such symbols are there each of which is immediately preceded by an odd number but not immediately followed by an even number?
1. A.
  One
2. B.
  Two
3. C.
  None
4. D.
  Three
Answer and explanation

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