HSSC Staff Nurse 2015 question paper

HSSC Staff Nurse · 2015 · 100 questions · 90 minutes

General Knowledge 25
Medical & Surgical Nursing 13
Applied Microbiology & Infection control 11
Applied Physiology 8
Obstetrics & Gynaecology 6
English 5
Applied Anatomy 5
Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics 5
Reasoning 5
Pharmacology 4
Nursing Foundations 4
Mental Health Nursing 2
Forensic Nursing & Indian laws 2
Applied Nutrition & Dietetics 1
Applied Psychology 1
Biochemistry & Nutrition 1
Applied Sociology 1
Community Health Nursing 1

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Q1 · English · Vocabulary
Pick the word from the choices which is similar (synonym) to the word asked (assuming the word asked is 'compassion' or 'pity' given the options):
1. A.
  Silly
2. B.
  Abtuate
3. C.
  Sympathy
4. D.
  Soft
Answer and explanation
Q2 · Applied Nutrition & Dietetics · Vitamins
The synthesis of which vitamin is initiated in the skin upon exposure to ultraviolet light?
1. A.
  Vitamin A
2. B.
  Vitamin C
3. C.
  Vitamin D
4. D.
  Vitamin K
Answer and explanation
Q3 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Population Dynamics and Control of Conception
Which of the following is not a natural contraceptive method?
1. A.
  Coitus interruptus
2. B.
  Rhythm method
3. C.
  Diaphragm
4. D.
  Breastfeeding
Answer and explanation
Q4 · Applied Anatomy · Renal System
A thin smooth layer of fibrous membrane that protects the kidney is called as?
1. A.
  Cortex
2. B.
  Medulla
3. C.
  Capsule
4. D.
  Bowman's capsule
Answer and explanation
Q5 · English · Grammar
Let's play.........volleyball (Fill in the blank)
1. A.
  No article
2. B.
  The
3. C.
  A
4. D.
  An
Answer and explanation
Q6 · General Knowledge · Miscellaneous
Which districts of Haryana are chief producer of Turmeric?
1. A.
  Hisar and Rohatk
2. B.
  Ambala and Yamuna nagar
3. C.
  Panipat and Kurukshetra
4. D.
  None of these
Answer and explanation
Q7 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Miscellaneous
The difference between the length and breadth of a rectangle is 23 m. If its perimeter is 206 m, then its area is?
1. A.
  1520m2
2. B.
  2420m2
3. C.
  2480m2
4. D.
  2520m2
Answer and explanation
Q8 · Applied Physiology · Nervous System
The point at which the nerve impulse is transmitted from one neuron to another is called as?
1. A.
  Glia
2. B.
  Myeline
3. C.
  Nodes of Ranvier
4. D.
  Synapse
Answer and explanation
Q9 · Reasoning · Number series
Find the missing term. 21, 25, 29....., 37?
1. A.
  33
2. B.
  31
3. C.
  30
4. D.
  34
Answer and explanation
Q10 · Applied Microbiology & Infection control · Isolation Precautions and Use of Personal Protective Equipment
The technique which is used to prevent cross infection is known as?
1. A.
  Nursing care
2. B.
  Actual nursing
3. C.
  Preventive nursing
4. D.
  Barrier nursing
Answer and explanation
Q11 · Mental Health Nursing · Eating Disorders
What is the primary psychopathological feature that characterizes anorexia nervosa?
1. A.
  A complete loss of appetite
2. B.
  An intense and irrational fear of gaining weight
3. C.
  Recurrent episodes of binge eating
4. D.
  A lack of concern about body image
Answer and explanation
Q12 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Cardiovascular, Circulatory, and Hematologic Function
A patient receiving a blood transfusion begins to complain of chills, itching, and shortness of breath. What is the nurse's immediate priority action?
1. A.
  Slow the infusion rate and notify the physician.
2. B.
  Stop the transfusion immediately.
3. C.
  Administer an antihistamine as per standing orders.
4. D.
  Check the patient's vital signs and continue to monitor
Answer and explanation
Q13 · Applied Physiology · Endocrine system
Which hormone, secreted by the pineal gland, is primarily responsible for regulating circadian rhythms?
1. A.
  Thymosin
2. B.
  Melatonin
3. C.
  Calcitonin
4. D.
  Aldosterone
Answer and explanation
Q14 · General Knowledge · Indian geography
Chhilchjhila Wildlife Santuary is located in which district?
1. A.
  Kurukshetra
2. B.
  Ambala
3. C.
  Gurgaon
4. D.
  Hisar
Answer and explanation
Q15 · General Knowledge · Miscellaneous
In which of the following division of Haryana most districts are there?
1. A.
  Ambala
2. B.
  Gurgaon
3. C.
  Rohtak
4. D.
  None of these
Answer and explanation
Q16 · Applied Physiology · Blood
Which of the following is a primary function of albumin, the most abundant plasma protein?
1. A.
  Transporting oxygen
2. B.
  Maintaining plasma osmotic pressure
3. C.
  Initiating blood coagulation
4. D.
  Producing antibodies
Answer and explanation
Q17 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Miscellaneous
What is the action of barrier contraceptive methods?
1. A.
  They interfere with the implantation of fertilized ovum in the uterus
2. B.
  They suppress ovulation
3. C.
  They prevent sperm deposition in the vagina
4. D.
  All of the above
Answer and explanation
Q18 · Pharmacology · Hormones & Related Drugs
Oral contraceptive pills inhibit pregnancy by?
1. A.
  Preventing deposition of sperm in the vagina
2. B.
  Interfering implantation of fertilized ovum in uterus
3. C.
  Suppressing ovulation
4. D.
  All of the above
Answer and explanation
Q19 · Applied Physiology · Digestive system
Digestion of food in human starts from?
1. A.
  Duodenum
2. B.
  Small intestine
3. C.
  Mouth
4. D.
  Large intestine
Answer and explanation
Q20 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Metabolic and Endocrine Function
Out of the following, the clinical skin manifestation of cirrhosis of the liver is?
1. A.
  Palmer erythema
2. B.
  Face erythema
3. C.
  Neck erythema
4. D.
  Shoulder erythema
Answer and explanation
Q21 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Cardiovascular, Circulatory, and Hematologic Function
When initiating intravenous therapy for a patient expected to require long-term treatment, which principle should the nurse follow for selecting a venipuncture site?
1. A.
  Use the largest vein available in the dominant arm.
2. B.
  Start with the most distal vein in the non-dominant arm.
3. C.
  Select a vein in the antecubital fossa for easy access.
4. D.
  Choose a proximal site first to ensure better blood flow.
Answer and explanation
Q22 · Applied Microbiology & Infection control · General Characteristics of Microbes
The entry and development of any pathogenic agent in the body, is known as?
1. A.
  Infection
2. B.
  Disease
3. C.
  Immunity
4. D.
  Antigen
Answer and explanation
Q23 · Applied Anatomy · Introduction to Anatomical terms & Organization of Human Body
Which of the following muscle types is primarily under voluntary control?
1. A.
  Cardiac muscle
2. B.
  Smooth muscle
3. C.
  Skeletal muscle
4. D.
  Visceral muscle
Answer and explanation
Q24 · General Knowledge · National Current Affairs
Which state has launched the Lakshya Bhagirati Campaign?
1. A.
  Gujarat
2. B.
  Odisha
3. C.
  Chhattisgarh
4. D.
  Arunachal Pradesh
Answer and explanation
Q25 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Number System
The largest 4 digit number exactly divisible by 88 is?
1. A.
  9944
2. B.
  9768
3. C.
  9988
4. D.
  8888
Answer and explanation
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Q26 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Neurologic Function
During tonic-clonic seizures, the tonic phase is characterized by?
1. A.
  Stiffening of the body
2. B.
  Jerking of the extremities
3. C.
  Losing consciousness
4. D.
  Confusion
Answer and explanation
Q27 · English · Vocabulary
Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the underlined idiom/phrase. The old father brought home the moral of unity by asking each of his sons to break the bundle of sticks?
1. A.
  Voiced
2. B.
  Declared
3. C.
  Emphasized
4. D.
  Suggested
Answer and explanation
Q28 · General Knowledge · Union government and Judiciary Bodies
Who is the present chif justice of Punjab and Haryana high court 2020?
1. A.
  Sanjay Kishan Kaul
2. B.
  A.K Sikri
3. C.
  Ravi Shankar Jha
4. D.
  S.J Vazifdar
Answer and explanation
Q29 · General Knowledge · Miscellaneous
Who is the home minister of Haryana?
1. A.
  Ramvilas Sharma
2. B.
  Captain Abhimanyu
3. C.
  Manohar Lal Khattar
4. D.
  Rao Narvir Singh
Answer and explanation
Q30 · Applied Microbiology & Infection control · Disinfection and Sterilization
Process of destruction of all pathogenic organisms is known as?
1. A.
  Carrier
2. B.
  Disinfection
3. C.
  Antiseptic
4. D.
  Cross infections
Answer and explanation
Q31 · Applied Anatomy · Musculoskeletal System
The spongy bone is called as?
1. A.
  Endosteum
2. B.
  Cortical
3. C.
  Cancellous
4. D.
  Ostones
Answer and explanation
Q32 · General Knowledge · Books, authors & institutions
Who has won the man booker Prize of 2016?
1. A.
  Amitav Ghosh
2. B.
  Paul Beatty
3. C.
  Chetan Bhagat
4. D.
  Nadeem Aslam
Answer and explanation
Q33 · Applied Microbiology & Infection control · Disinfection and Sterilization
Which antiseptic is used for disinfection or sterilization of instruments in the O.T. that cannot be disinfected by autoclave?
1. A.
  Savlon
2. B.
  Sodium chloride
3. C.
  Cidex
4. D.
  Phenol
Answer and explanation
Q34 · Applied Microbiology & Infection control · Disinfection and Sterilization
To sterilize surgical instruments, instruments should be kept in boiled water for?
1. A.
  10 min
2. B.
  5 min
3. C.
  2 min
4. D.
  25 min
Answer and explanation
Q35 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Population Dynamics and Control of Conception
Intrauterine devices inhibit pregnancy by?
1. A.
  Preventing deposition of sperm in the vagina
2. B.
  Interfering implantation of fertilized ovum in uterus
3. C.
  Suppressing ovulation
4. D.
  All of the above
Answer and explanation
Q36 · Nursing Foundations · Administration of medications
When providing health education to a female patient with recurrent UTIs, which instruction is the MOST effective for preventing infection?
1. A.
  Wipe the perineal area from back to front after urination.
2. B.
  Cleanse the vulvar region by wiping away from the urethra towards the rectum.
3. C.
  Take a single dose of amoxicillin after every coital act.
4. D.
  Limit daily fluid intake to concentrate the urine.
Answer and explanation
Q37 · Forensic Nursing & Indian laws · Dummy
What is the term for the lack of reasonable care and skill by a healthcare provider that results in injury or death to a patient?
1. A.
  Assault
2. B.
  Battery
3. C.
  Professional Negligence
4. D.
  Defamation
Answer and explanation
Q38 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Population Dynamics and Control of Conception
While using a vaginal diaphragm for contraception, what precaution should be kept in mind?
1. A.
  It should be introduced just before ejaculation
2. B.
  It should be removed just after ejaculation
3. C.
  It should be introduced up to 3 hours before intercourse and should be removed immediately after ejaculation
4. D.
  It should be introduced up to 3 hours before intercourse and should be kept for at least 6 hours after the sexual act
Answer and explanation
Q39 · Reasoning · Number series
Complete the series-50, 40, 30......, 10?
1. A.
  30
2. B.
  20
3. C.
  25
4. D.
  60
Answer and explanation
Q40 · General Knowledge · Books, authors & institutions
Who is famous humorous poet of Haryana?
1. A.
  Pt. Neki Ram
2. B.
  Pt. Lakshmi Chand
3. C.
  Surender Sharma
4. D.
  Pt. Shri Ram Sharma
Answer and explanation
Q41 · General Knowledge · Basic Physics
The magnification of object placed 10 cm from a convex mirror of radius of curvature 20 cm will be?
1. A.
  0.2
2. B.
  0.5
3. C.
  1
4. D.
  infinity
Answer and explanation
Q42 · Applied Physiology · Respiratory system
Total cessation of breathing is called?
1. A.
  Tachypnoea
2. B.
  Orthopnoea
3. C.
  Apnoea
4. D.
  Bradypnoea
Answer and explanation
Q43 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Pain Management
A patient with a suspected myocardial infarction reports experiencing pain in their jaw and left arm. The nurse correctly identifies this type of pain as:
1. A.
  Radiating pain
2. B.
  Referred pain
3. C.
  Deep visceral pain
4. D.
  Superficial pain
Answer and explanation
Q44 · Applied Anatomy · Musculoskeletal System
Which connective tissue sheath covers the entire skeletal muscle?
1. A.
  Endomysium
2. B.
  Perimysium
3. C.
  Epimysium
4. D.
  Periosteum
Answer and explanation
Q45 · General Knowledge · Miscellaneous
Famous singer Sonu Nigam was born in which district of Haryana?
1. A.
  Ambala
2. B.
  Rohtak
3. C.
  Kurukshetra
4. D.
  Faridabad
Answer and explanation
Q46 · Applied Psychology · Biology of behaviour
In the context of intelligence, what is the primary contribution of heredity?
1. A.
  It determines the specific skills an individual will learn.
2. B.
  It provides the fully developed intellectual capacity.
3. C.
  It prescribes the potential and limits for development.
4. D.
  It is solely responsible for emotional intelligence.
Answer and explanation
Q47 · Nursing Foundations · Health Assessment
During examination of the abdomen, percussion should be done prior to palpation because these procedures may?
1. A.
  Alter the bowel sounds
2. B.
  Alter the secretion of abdomen
3. C.
  Alter the distention
4. D.
  Alter the presence of fluids
Answer and explanation
Q48 · Pharmacology · Drugs Acting on Kidney
If a patient with acute kidney injury is receiving ACE inhibitors, the nurse should cautiously monitor for?
1. A.
  Serum potassium level
2. B.
  Serum phosphate level
3. C.
  Serum magnesium level
4. D.
  Serum copper level
Answer and explanation
Q49 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Miscellaneous
Diabetes insipidus is caused by?
1. A.
  A decreased production of thyroid hormone
2. B.
  Decreased secretion of insulin
3. C.
  Decreased secretion of parathyroid hormone
4. D.
  Decreased secretion of anti-diuretic hormone (ADH)
Answer and explanation
Q50 · General Knowledge · Sports Current Affairs
Bronze medal winner of Rio Olympic 2016 Sakshi Malik was born which village of Rohtak?
1. A.
  Mokhara
2. B.
  Bhansu
3. C.
  Sudana
4. D.
  Siwana
Answer and explanation
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Q51 · General Knowledge · Indian history
Sufi Saint Boo Ali Shah Kalandar was born at?
1. A.
  Panipat
2. B.
  Thanesar
3. C.
  Hansi
4. D.
  Kaithal
Answer and explanation
Q52 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Work & Efficiency
In a regular week there are 5 working days and for each day, the working hours is 8. A man gets 2.40 per hours for regular work and 3.20 per hour for overtimes .If he earns 432 in 4 weeks then how many hours does he work for?
1. A.
  160
2. B.
  175
3. C.
  180
4. D.
  195
Answer and explanation
Q53 · General Knowledge · Sports Current Affairs
Which Indian player has won the silver medal in badminton in Rio Olympic 2016?
1. A.
  Sakshi Malik
2. B.
  Sunil Narayan
3. C.
  Saina Nehwal
4. D.
  P.V. Sindhu
Answer and explanation
Q54 · General Knowledge · Indian history
Who had set the feudal League in Haryana?
1. A.
  Sir Chotu Ram
2. B.
  Neki Ram
3. C.
  Pt. Shri Ram Sharma
4. D.
  None of these
Answer and explanation
Q55 · Applied Physiology · Reproductive system
What is the term for the process where a sperm becomes capable of fertilizing an ovum within the female genital tract?
1. A.
  Oogenesis
2. B.
  Ovulation
3. C.
  Capacitation
4. D.
  Implantation
Answer and explanation
Q56 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Cardiovascular, Circulatory, and Hematologic Function
Anemia occurs in patients with chronic kidney disease due to?
1. A.
  Decreased plasma osmolality
2. B.
  Increased plasma osmolality
3. C.
  Decreased erythropoietin production
4. D.
  Decreased rennin production
Answer and explanation
Q57 · Mental Health Nursing · Therapeutic Communication and Nurse- Patient Relationship
Which of the following best describes the primary purpose of professional communication in the nurse-patient relationship?
1. A.
  To complete documentation and administrative tasks efficiently.
2. B.
  To establish a trusting and therapeutic connection to facilitate patient care.
3. C.
  To share personal experiences to build a friendship with the patient.
4. D.
  To direct the patient's behavior and ensure compliance with treatment.
Answer and explanation
Q58 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Miscellaneous
If a patient complains of flank pain, chills, fever, and hematuria during a blood transfusion, these symptoms indicate the following complication?
1. A.
  Pyrogenic transfusion reaction
2. B.
  Hemolytic transfusion reaction
3. C.
  Anaphylactic transfusion reaction
4. D.
  Allergic transfusion reaction
Answer and explanation
Q59 · English · Vocabulary
Pick the word for the following expression: A professional rider in horse races?
1. A.
  Joey
2. B.
  Jargon
3. C.
  Jockey
4. D.
  Junta
Answer and explanation
Q60 · Reasoning · Number series
Completed the series-6, 8, 12, 20, 36?
1. A.
  66
2. B.
  58
3. C.
  63
4. D.
  68
Answer and explanation
Q61 · Applied Microbiology & Infection control · Hospital-Acquired Infections
What is the term for an infection that a patient acquires during their stay in a hospital?
1. A.
  Primary infection
2. B.
  Nosocomial infection
3. C.
  Secondary infection
4. D.
  Focal infection
Answer and explanation
Q62 · General Knowledge · Miscellaneous
BILT Football stadium is situated at?
1. A.
  Kurukshetra
2. B.
  Sonipat
3. C.
  Ambala
4. D.
  Yamuna Nagar
Answer and explanation
Q63 · Applied Microbiology & Infection control · Biomedical Waste Management (BMW)
Which of the following items generated in a hospital is considered general, non-infectious waste?
1. A.
  Soiled dressings from a wound.
2. B.
  A used IV cannula.
3. C.
  Paper wrappers from sterile supplies.
4. D.
  A discarded blood bag.
Answer and explanation
Q64 · General Knowledge · Indian history
In the first battle of Panipat Ibrahim Lodia fought against?
1. A.
  Akbar
2. B.
  Humayun
3. C.
  Babur
4. D.
  Hemu
Answer and explanation
Q65 · Applied Microbiology & Infection control · Miscellaneous
An agent that has the power to kill bacteria?
1. A.
  Antiseptic
2. B.
  Bacteriostat
3. C.
  Bacteriostasis
4. D.
  Bacteriocide
Answer and explanation
Q66 · General Knowledge · Basic Physics
When a ray of light enters a transparent medium, what changes does it undergo?
1. A.
  Frequency only
2. B.
  Wavelength only
3. C.
  Wavelength and velocity both
4. D.
  Velocity and Frequency both
Answer and explanation
Q67 · Applied Anatomy · Musculoskeletal System
A gomphosis is a specialized type of fibrous joint. Where in the human body is this 'peg-and-socket' joint found?
1. A.
  Between the flat bones of the skull
2. B.
  Connecting the tibia and fibula at the ankle
3. C.
  Between a tooth and its bony socket
4. D.
  Between adjacent vertebral bodies
Answer and explanation
Q68 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Metabolic and Endocrine Function
During the physical examination of a patient for the endocrine system, diminished axillary and pubic hair may indicate a problem of?
1. A.
  Cortisol deficiency
2. B.
  Hypothyroidism
3. C.
  Hyperthyroidism
4. D.
  Hyperparathyroidism
Answer and explanation
Q69 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Miscellaneous
The classic manifestation of Parkinson's disease is?
1. A.
  Irritability, bradykinesia and seizures
2. B.
  Irritability, bradykinesia and rigidity
3. C.
  Irritability, bradykinesia and tremor
4. D.
  Tremor, bradykinesia and rigidity
Answer and explanation
Q70 · English · Vocabulary
Pick the word from the choices which is an antonym to the word asked (assuming the word asked is 'increase' or 'magnify' given the options):
1. A.
  Strange
2. B.
  Diminish
3. C.
  Sympathy
4. D.
  Enlarge
Answer and explanation
Q71 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Musculoskeletal Function
A patient has a new plaster of Paris cast applied to their lower leg. Which nursing action is most appropriate to promote cast drying and prevent complications?
1. A.
  Covering the cast with a heavy blanket to trap heat.
2. B.
  Using a hairdryer on a high-heat setting to speed up the process.
3. C.
  Handling the wet cast with the palms of the hands.
4. D.
  Placing the casted leg on a plastic-covered pillow.
Answer and explanation
Q72 · General Knowledge · Indian geography
Which city was renamed after "Guru Dronacharya"?
1. A.
  Ambala
2. B.
  Gurgaon
3. C.
  Kurukshetra
4. D.
  Sonipat
Answer and explanation
Q73 · General Knowledge · Indian geography
Where in Bhima devi Temple complex situated?
1. A.
  Kurukshetra
2. B.
  Hisar
3. C.
  Pinjore
4. D.
  Rohatak
Answer and explanation
Q74 · Applied Microbiology & Infection control · Isolation Precautions and Use of Personal Protective Equipment
The type of isolation technique used when disease-producing agents are spread by droplet transmission is?
1. A.
  Blood isolation
2. B.
  Respiratory isolation
3. C.
  Enteric isolation
4. D.
  Skin isolation
Answer and explanation
Q75 · General Knowledge · Miscellaneous
Headquarters of western command of Indian army is located at?
1. A.
  Hisar
2. B.
  Chandimandir
3. C.
  Panipat
4. D.
  Ambala
Answer and explanation
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Q76 · General Knowledge · Basic Chemistry
Which gas is generally liberated when acid reacts with metal?
1. A.
  CO
2. B.
  CO2
3. C.
  NO2
4. D.
  H2
Answer and explanation
Q77 · Reasoning · Number series
Identify the next one-63, 48, 35, 24......?
1. A.
  16
2. B.
  15
3. C.
  18
4. D.
  20
Answer and explanation
Q78 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Number System
The product of two numbers is 4107. If the H.C.F of these numbers is 37, then the greater number is?
1. A.
  101
2. B.
  107
3. C.
  111
4. D.
  185
Answer and explanation
Q79 · General Knowledge · Miscellaneous
Who is the most popular Ragini singer of Haryana, also known as "Surya Kavi"?
1. A.
  Pt. Lakshmi Chand
2. B.
  Kishan Lal Bhat
3. C.
  Manish Joshi Bismil
4. D.
  None of these
Answer and explanation
Q80 · Biochemistry & Nutrition · Miscellaneous
Electrolysis of water produces hydrogen and oxygen in the ratio?
1. A.
  1:2
2. B.
  1:3
3. C.
  2:1
4. D.
  3:1
Answer and explanation
Q81 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Cardiovascular, Circulatory, and Hematologic Function
The nurse should explain to the patient with an ostomy that the blanching and dark red to purple color of the stoma may indicate?
1. A.
  Visible stoma mucosa
2. B.
  Anemia
3. C.
  Inadequate blood supply to the stoma or bowel
4. D.
  Obstruction to the stoma or bowel
Answer and explanation
Q82 · Applied Physiology · Musculoskeletal system
A sprain may be defined as?
1. A.
  Injury to bone
2. B.
  Injury to ligament structures surrounding a joint
3. C.
  Excessive stretching of muscle, its fascial sheath or tendon
4. D.
  Injury to joints
Answer and explanation
Q83 · Pharmacology · Antimicrobial Drugs
One of the side effects of antibiotics which may cause malabsorption syndrome is?
1. A.
  Changing the normal food intake
2. B.
  Changing the normal flora of the intestine
3. C.
  Changing the normal intake
4. D.
  Changing the normal structure of the intestine
Answer and explanation
Q84 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Population Dynamics and Control of Conception
Which contraceptive method is most commonly used by males?
1. A.
  Condom
2. B.
  Vasectomy
3. C.
  Abstinence
4. D.
  Withdrawal
Answer and explanation
Q85 · General Knowledge · Miscellaneous
India as situated north of the equator between?
1. A.
  8°4'N to 37°6'N latitude and 68°7'E to 97°25'E longitude
2. B.
  8°4'S to 37°6'S latitude and 68°7'W to 97°25'W longitude
3. C.
  68°7'N to 97°25'N latitude and 8°4'E to 37°6'E longitude
4. D.
  10°4'N to 40°6'N latitude and 65°7'E to 100°25'E longitude
Answer and explanation
Q86 · Forensic Nursing & Indian laws · Miscellaneous
The Indian Medical Council (Amendment) Bill 2016 is concerned with?
1. A.
  Provide medical education in state language
2. B.
  Uniform entrance examination for admission to all medical education institutes
3. C.
  License of medical shops
4. D.
  None of these
Answer and explanation
Q87 · Nursing Foundations · Communication & Nurse-Patient Relationship
Which of the following correctly lists the essential elements of the communication process?
1. A.
  Sender, Message, Channel, Receiver, Feedback
2. B.
  Message, Sender, Receiver, Feedback, Channel
3. C.
  Sender, Receiver, Message, Channel, Feedback
4. D.
  Channel, Message, Sender, Receiver, Feedback
Answer and explanation
Q88 · Pharmacology · Drugs Acting on Central Nervous System
A blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of what level is generally considered fatal?
1. A.
  80 to 100 mg/100 ml
2. B.
  200 to 250 mg/100 ml
3. C.
  300 mg/100 ml
4. D.
  500 mg/100 ml
Answer and explanation
Q89 · Applied Sociology · Social structure
HDI stands for?
1. A.
  Health Department of India
2. B.
  Human Development Index
3. C.
  Human Development Institute
4. D.
  Health Development Institute
Answer and explanation
Q90 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Speed–distance–time
It takes eight hours for a 600 km journey, if 120 km is done by train and the rest by car. It takes 20 minutes more if 200 km is train by done and the rest by car, The of the speed of the train that of the car is
1. A.
  2:3
2. B.
  3:2
3. C.
  3:4
4. D.
  4:3
Answer and explanation
Q91 · Applied Microbiology & Infection control · Immunity
A child who recovers from chickenpox develops which type of immunity against the same disease?
1. A.
  Natural active immunity
2. B.
  Artificial active immunity
3. C.
  Natural passive immunity
4. D.
  Artificial passive immunity
Answer and explanation
Q92 · Applied Microbiology & Infection control · Immunity
Which type of immunization involves the body's own immune system producing antibodies in response to an administered vaccine or immunizing agent?
1. A.
  Passive immunization
2. B.
  Active immunization
3. C.
  Herd immunity
4. D.
  Innate immunity
Answer and explanation
Q93 · Reasoning · Blood Relations
The age of father 10 year ago was thrice the age of his son. Ten year later, father's age will be twice compare to his son. The present ratio of both ages is?
1. A.
  5:2
2. B.
  7:3
3. C.
  9:2
4. D.
  13:4
Answer and explanation
Q94 · Applied Physiology · General Physiology
Which part of a plant is involved in Translocation?
1. A.
  Phloem
2. B.
  Xylem
3. C.
  Cortex
4. D.
  Pith
Answer and explanation
Q95 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Gas Exchange and Respiratory Function
A nurse is creating a care plan for a newly admitted unconscious patient with a GCS score of 7. The patient is breathing spontaneously but has audible gurgling sounds from the airway and is incontinent of urine. Which nursing diagnosis is the highest priority?
1. A.
  Ineffective airway clearance
2. B.
  Impaired urinary elimination
3. C.
  Risk for impaired skin integrity
4. D.
  Disturbed sensory perception
Answer and explanation
Q96 · General Knowledge · Miscellaneous
Which state of India bagged the Best Horticulture state award?
1. A.
  Haryana
2. B.
  Odisha
3. C.
  Rajasthan
4. D.
  Gujarat
Answer and explanation
Q97 · Nursing Foundations · Miscellaneous
The antiseptic commonly used for cleaning of wounds is?
1. A.
  Spirit
2. B.
  Betadine
3. C.
  Hydrogen peroxide
4. D.
  All
Answer and explanation
Q98 · General Knowledge · Indian geography
Capital of Haryana is?
1. A.
  Ambala
2. B.
  Gurgaon
3. C.
  Chandigarh
4. D.
  Rohtak
Answer and explanation
Q99 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Hemorrhage in Early Pregnancy
Spontaneous abortion is?
1. A.
  Natural loss of pregnancy before 20 weeks of gestation
2. B.
  Natural loss of pregnancy before 28 weeks of gestation
3. C.
  Loss of pregnancy due to medications before 20 weeks of gestation
4. D.
  Natural loss of pregnancy before 22 weeks of gestation
Answer and explanation
Q100 · Community Health Nursing · National Health Programs
'Vande Mataram Yojana' is associated with?
1. A.
  Soldiers
2. B.
  Farmers
3. C.
  Women
4. D.
  Freedom Fighters
Answer and explanation