JSSH Staff Nurse 2019 question paper

JSSH Staff Nurse · 2019 · 120 questions · 120 minutes · 0.25 mark deducted per wrong answer

Obstetrics & Gynaecology 12
General Knowledge 10
English 10
Reasoning 9
Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics 8
Nursing Management & Leadership 7
Applied Physiology 7
Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) 6
Pharmacology 6
Nursing Foundations 5
Applied Psychology 5
Medical & Surgical Nursing 5
Applied Microbiology & Infection control 4
Nursing Research & Statistics 4
Mental Health Nursing 4
Applied Anatomy 3
Applied Nutrition & Dietetics 3
Applied Sociology 3
Nursing Education 2
Forensic Nursing & Indian laws 2
Biochemistry & Nutrition 2
Community Health Nursing 2
Pathology & Genetics 1

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Q1 · Nursing Education · Introduction and Theoretical Foundations
Which of the following is NOT included under cognitive domain in Bloom’s Taxonomy?
1. A.
  Analysis
2. B.
  Evaluation
3. C.
  Criticism
4. D.
  Synthesis
Answer and explanation
Q2 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Miscellaneous
In a class, the number of girls is three times the number of boys. Which of the following numbers cannot represent the total number of students in the class?
1. A.
  36
2. B.
  44
3. C.
  54
4. D.
  52
Answer and explanation
Q3 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Multiple Pregnancy, Amniotic Fluid Disorders, Abnormalities of Placenta and Cord
The greenish colour of amniotic fluids is due to the presence of?
1. A.
  Meconium
2. B.
  Vernix
3. C.
  Proteins
4. D.
  Lanugo
Answer and explanation
Q4 · Applied Microbiology & Infection control · Disinfection and Sterilization
Which one of the following is classified as a halogen disinfectant?
1. A.
  Alcohol
2. B.
  Biguanide P
3. C.
  Bleach
4. D.
  Phenol
Answer and explanation
Q5 · Nursing Foundations · Communication & Nurse-Patient Relationship
Eye contact and facial expression are examples of?
1. A.
  Physical communication
2. B.
  Lateral communication
3. C.
  Non-verbal communication
4. D.
  Verbal communication
Answer and explanation
Q6 · Applied Microbiology & Infection control · Disinfection and Sterilization
Which option best describes the term 'sterilization'?
1. A.
  The complete elimination of all microorganisms, including spores
2. B.
  The process by which pathogenic microorganisms are destroyed
3. C.
  An agent that destroys microorganisms generally chemical agents
4. D.
  Prevention of sepsis by destruction of inhibition of microorganism using an agent that may be safely applied to living tissue
Answer and explanation
Q7 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Multiple Pregnancy, Amniotic Fluid Disorders, Abnormalities of Placenta and Cord
The condition characterized by an abnormally large volume of amniotic fluid in the amniotic sac is called?
1. A.
  Oligohydramnios
2. B.
  Metrohydramnios
3. C.
  Polyhydramnios
4. D.
  Menohydramnios
Answer and explanation
Q8 · Nursing Management & Leadership · Management Basics Applied to Nursing
Theory X, which assumes that people dislike work, and theory Y, which assumes that people enjoy work, have been given by?
1. A.
  Douglas McGregor
2. B.
  Kelly James
3. C.
  Frederick Taylor
4. D.
  Elton Mayo
Answer and explanation
Q9 · Applied Anatomy · Sensory Organs
A protective protein which is the main structural component of hair, nail and epithelial cells is?
1. A.
  Keratin
2. B.
  Myosin
3. C.
  Collagen
4. D.
  Elastin
Answer and explanation
Q10 · Applied Psychology · Personality
'Identity versus role confusion' is seen in?
1. A.
  Infants
2. B.
  Preschoolers
3. C.
  Adolescents
4. D.
  Toddlers
Answer and explanation
Q11 · Applied Nutrition & Dietetics · Therapeutic Diet
Salt, pickles and canned soups must be avoided in case of?
1. A.
  Anemia
2. B.
  Hypertension
3. C.
  Hypoglycemia
4. D.
  Rickets
Answer and explanation
Q12 · Reasoning · Arrangements & Puzzles
Prabhu scored more marks than Nandu. Mohan scored the same marks as Deepa. Rohan scored fewer marks than Manju. Nandu scored more marks than Mohan. Manju scored fewer marks than Deepa. Who scored the highest marks?
1. A.
  Prabhu
2. B.
  Manju
3. C.
  Nandu
4. D.
  Mohan
Answer and explanation
Q13 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Fluid and Electrolytes: Balance and Distribution
After 1 week of hospitalization, Anurag develops hypokalemia. Which of the following is the most significant symptom of his disorder?
1. A.
  Lethargy
2. B.
  Muscle weakness
3. C.
  Increased pulse rate and blood pressure
4. D.
  Muscle irritability
Answer and explanation
Q14 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Miscellaneous
A patient with no known allergies is to receive penicillin every six hours. When administering the medication, the nurse observes a fine rash on the patient's skin. The most appropriate nursing action would be?
1. A.
  Administer the medication and notify the physician
2. B.
  Withhold the medication and notify the physician
3. C.
  Apply corn starch soaks to the rash
4. D.
  Administer the medication with an antihistamine
Answer and explanation
Q15 · Nursing Management & Leadership · Organisational Behaviour & Human Relations
Moderate control, motivation, awards, interactive communication and group decision-making are characteristic features of a/an:
1. A.
  Laissez-faire leader
2. B.
  Authoritarian leader
3. C.
  Democratic leader
4. D.
  Autocratic leader
Answer and explanation
Q16 · General Knowledge · Indian history
When did the Battle of Hydaspes between Alexander and Porus take place?
1. A.
  254 B.C
2. B.
  326 B.C
3. C.
  436 B.C
4. D.
  343 B.C
Answer and explanation
Q17 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Miscellaneous
The sale of an item increases by 20% every week. If the difference between the sales of the fourth and the second week is Rs. 1,188, then what is the sale in the third week?
1. A.
  Rs 2,160
2. B.
  Rs 3,160
3. C.
  Rs 2,250
4. D.
  Rs 3,240
Answer and explanation
Q18 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Normal Growth and its Disorders
Baby Rakesh weighed 3 kg at birth. By what age will this birth weight double?
1. A.
  2 months
2. B.
  24 months
3. C.
  6 months
4. D.
  36 months
Answer and explanation
Q19 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Miscellaneous
Exclusive breastfeeding protects women against pregnancy for a period of?
1. A.
  12 months
2. B.
  9 months
3. C.
  6 months
4. D.
  3 months
Answer and explanation
Q20 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Disorders of Kidney and Urinary Tract
Raju, a five-year-old boy, suffering from glomerulonephritis. Which of the following finding is associated with this condition?
1. A.
  Low specific gravity of urine
2. B.
  Low BUN
3. C.
  Brown colored urine
4. D.
  Hypotension
Answer and explanation
Q21 · Pharmacology · Autacoids & Related Drugs
What would you monitor in a patient taking high doses of acetaminophen over a prolonged period?
1. A.
  GI irritation
2. B.
  Prothrombin time
3. C.
  Kidney function
4. D.
  Liver function
Answer and explanation
Q22 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Miscellaneous
The best method for early diagnosis of cervical cancer is?
1. A.
  PAP smear
2. B.
  Health education
3. C.
  HPV vaccine
4. D.
  Colposcopy and biopsy
Answer and explanation
Q23 · General Knowledge · Indian history
When did the Battle of the Hydaspes between Alexander the Great and Porus take place?
1. A.
  254 B.C
2. B.
  326 B.C
3. C.
  436 B.C
4. D.
  343 B.C
Answer and explanation
Q24 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Work & Efficiency
A is twice as fast as B, and B is three times as fast as C. Together with D, all three complete a work in 17 days, and D alone can complete the same work in 36 days. A and C start the work and leave after 2 days. How many days will B take to complete three times the remaining work?
1. A.
  3 दिन
2. B.
  4 दिन
3. C.
  308 2/19 दिन
4. D.
  5 दिन
Answer and explanation
Q25 · Reasoning · Series
Choose the number that is most different and does not fit in the series

3, 10, 29, 66, 127,219,345,514
1. A.
  127
2. B.
  219
3. C.
  29
4. D.
  345
Answer and explanation
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Q26 · Forensic Nursing & Indian laws · Indian Judicial System and Laws
What is the full form of FIR?
1. A.
  Facial Identification Report
2. B.
  First Information Report
3. C.
  Final Investigation Report
4. D.
  Finding Identity Report
Answer and explanation
Q27 · Pharmacology · Autacoids & Related Drugs
Which of the following drugs is NOT used in the management of hypersensitivity reaction?
1. A.
  Antihistamines
2. B.
  Epinephrine
3. C.
  Corticosteroids
4. D.
  Chloroquine
Answer and explanation
Q28 · Biochemistry & Nutrition · Proteins
80. The breakdown of protein is facilitated by which enzyme?
1. A.
  Trypsin
2. B.
  Lactase
3. C.
  Amylase
4. D.
  Sucrase
Answer and explanation
Q29 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Multiple Pregnancy, Amniotic Fluid Disorders, Abnormalities of Placenta and Cord
Amniotic fluid index is measured by?
1. A.
  Leopold maneuver
2. B.
  Ballottement
3. C.
  Abdominal girth
4. D.
  Ultrasonography
Answer and explanation
Q30 · English · Vocabulary
Select the most appropriate option that is a synonym of the word? Cuisine
1. A.
  Menu
2. B.
  Meat
3. C.
  Food
4. D.
  Grocery
Answer and explanation
Q31 · Nursing Foundations · Administration of medications
What is the advantage of using Z track technique while administering IM injection?
1. A.
  It maximizes absorption of medication
2. B.
  It saves time as it can be administered quickly
3. C.
  It reduces pain and inflammation
4. D.
  It prevents leakage of medication in the subcutaneous tissue
Answer and explanation
Q32 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Hemorrhage in Early Pregnancy
Sita presents in the hospital with complaints of bleeding per vaginum for a few days, lethargy, and fever. While taking history, she tells about consuming pills for termination of a two-month pregnancy which she bought from the market without consultation. What condition may Sita have developed?
1. A.
  Incomplete abortion
2. B.
  Septic abortion
3. C.
  Missed abortion
4. D.
  Complete abortion
Answer and explanation
Q33 · Reasoning · Blood Relations
In a family, there is a grandfather, father, mother, three sons and their wives, and each son has one son and two daughters. How many male members are there in this family?
1. A.
  9
2. B.
  8
3. C.
  6
4. D.
  10
Answer and explanation
Q34 · English · Grammar
Fill in the blank with the most appropriate option? The police ______ the thief immediately.
1. A.
  Have caught
2. B.
  Caught
3. C.
  Catching
4. D.
  Catch
Answer and explanation
Q35 · Reasoning · Direction Sense
Mithun walks 1 km towards the east, then turns south and walks 5 km. He again turns east and walks 2 km. After that, he turns north and walks 9 km. How far is he now from his starting point?
1. A.
  5.5 km
2. B.
  5 km
3. C.
  4 km
4. D.
  6 km
Answer and explanation
Q36 · Reasoning · Blood Relations
In a family, each daughter has as many brothers as she has sisters, and each son has twice as many sisters as he has brothers. How many daughters are there in the family?
1. A.
  2
2. B.
  3
3. C.
  4
4. D.
  5
Answer and explanation
Q37 · Applied Sociology · Miscellaneous
Which state in India has the highest Human Development Index?
1. A.
  गोवा
2. B.
  केरल
3. C.
  मिजोरम
4. D.
  सिक्किम
Answer and explanation
Q38 · Biochemistry & Nutrition · Proteins
Unfolding of a protein is known as?
1. A.
  Degradation
2. B.
  Oxidation
3. C.
  Phosphorylation
4. D.
  Denaturation
Answer and explanation
Q39 · Reasoning · Classification (Odd One Out)
Find the odd one from the following?
1. A.
  Cub
2. B.
  Rodent
3. C.
  Puppy
4. D.
  Duckling
Answer and explanation
Q40 · Nursing Management & Leadership · Management Basics Applied to Nursing
What does 'Authority' mean?
1. A.
  Right to reprimand
2. B.
  Right to perform duty
3. C.
  Right to use and abuse power
4. D.
  Right to command
Answer and explanation
Q41 · Applied Psychology · Introduction
Who is known as the Father of Psychology?
1. A.
  Abraham Jacobi
2. B.
  Jean Piaget
3. C.
  Abraham Maslow
4. D.
  Wilhelm Wundt
Answer and explanation
Q42 · Applied Anatomy · Circulatory & Lymphatic System
Mitral valve is also called?
1. A.
  Pulmonic valve
2. B.
  Tricuspid valve
3. C.
  Bicuspid valve
4. D.
  Semilunar valve
Answer and explanation
Q43 · English · Grammar
A sentence is divided into 4 parts, of which one has an error. Select the part from the options that has the error? I get up late/because I/did not hear/the alarm.
1. A.
  Because I
2. B.
  Did not hear
3. C.
  The alarm
4. D.
  I get up late
Answer and explanation
Q44 · English · Vocabulary
Select the most appropriate option that is an antonym of the word? Tentative
1. A.
  Definite
2. B.
  Uncertain
3. C.
  Transparent
4. D.
  Temporary
Answer and explanation
Q45 · Nursing Management & Leadership · Management Process
Supervision and delegation is a part of which phase of management process?
1. A.
  Planning
2. B.
  Organising
3. C.
  Directing
4. D.
  Controlling
Answer and explanation
Q46 · Applied Nutrition & Dietetics · Vitamins
Which of the following vitamins are water-soluble?
1. A.
  Vitamin A and E
2. B.
  Vitamin B and C
3. C.
  Vitamin D and K
4. D.
  Vitamin A and K
Answer and explanation
Q47 · Applied Physiology · Renal system
Erythropoietin is produced by?
1. A.
  Lungs
2. B.
  Small intestine
3. C.
  Liver
4. D.
  Kidneys
Answer and explanation
Q48 · Applied Physiology · Blood
A person with O negative blood group is also known as a/an?
1. A.
  Universal recipient
2. B.
  Universal donor
3. C.
  Autologous donor
4. D.
  Allogenic donor
Answer and explanation
Q49 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Diagnosis of Pregnancy
Which of the following is NOT a presumptive sign of pregnancy?
1. A.
  Urinary frequency
2. B.
  Amenorrhea
3. C.
  Chadwick's sign
4. D.
  Breast changes
Answer and explanation
Q50 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Cardiovascular, Circulatory, and Hematologic Function
The term 'orthopnea' refers to?
1. A.
  Increased rate and depth of breathing over a prolonged period of time
2. B.
  Breathing difficulty when lying down flat
3. C.
  Gradual increase in volume and frequency, followed by a gradual decrease in volume and frequency, with apnea periods of 10-30 seconds between cycles.
4. D.
  Normal breathing
Answer and explanation
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Q51 · Reasoning · Coding-Decoding
If INDIA is written as NIDAI in a certain code language, then CHINA will be written as _______.
1. A.
  HCINA
2. B.
  CHIAN
3. C.
  ANIHC
4. D.
  HCIAN
Answer and explanation
Q52 · Applied Psychology · Developmental Psychology
According to Erikson, which of the following stages is seen in adolescents?
1. A.
  Trust vs Mistrust
2. B.
  Initiative vs Guilt
3. C.
  Autonomy vs Shame and doubt
4. D.
  Identity vs Role confusion
Answer and explanation
Q53 · Applied Anatomy · Digestive System
Peyer's patches are found in?
1. A.
  Veins
2. B.
  Nerves
3. C.
  Small intestine
4. D.
  Arteries
Answer and explanation
Q54 · Pharmacology · General Pharmacology
What is the full form of LASA?
1. A.
  Looks Alike Sound Alike
2. B.
  Large And Small Area
3. C.
  Look Actual See Active
4. D.
  None of the above
Answer and explanation
Q55 · General Knowledge · Miscellaneous
National Youth Day is celebrated on?
1. A.
  16 June
2. B.
  8 March
3. C.
  12 January
4. D.
  22 December
Answer and explanation
Q56 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Diseases of Gastrointestinal System and Liver
An 11-year-old with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis is to be kept on continued aspirin medication at home. Before discharge, the nurse should teach the child and parents to closely monitor for the toxic effects of this drug, including?
1. A.
  Jaundice
2. B.
  Tinnitus
3. C.
  Hypothermia
4. D.
  Diarrhea
Answer and explanation
Q57 · English · Grammar
Choose the option that is the correct passive voice of the given sentence. Distribute the papers?
1. A.
  Let the papers be distributed.
2. B.
  Papers need to be distributed.
3. C.
  Papers must be distributed.
4. D.
  Let the papers distributed.
Answer and explanation
Q58 · Nursing Education · Introduction and Theoretical Foundations
Taxonomy of educational objectives was presented in 1956 by?
1. A.
  BF Skinner
2. B.
  Benjamin S Bloom
3. C.
  Max Webber
4. D.
  Socrates
Answer and explanation
Q59 · Nursing Foundations · Nursing Process
Which step of nursing process would the nurse ask a patient if the medication he/she administered relieved the patient's pain?
1. A.
  Analysis
2. B.
  Planning
3. C.
  Evaluation
4. D.
  Assessment
Answer and explanation
Q60 · General Knowledge · Miscellaneous
Which among the following companies introduced the first portable cassette player named 'Walkman'?
1. A.
  LG
2. B.
  Panasonic
3. C.
  Samsung
4. D.
  Sony
Answer and explanation
Q61 · Community Health Nursing · Assisting individuals and families to promote and maintain their health
In cold chain the temperature is maintained between?
1. A.
  +2 to +8°C
2. B.
  -1 to -8°C
3. C.
  -2 to +8°C
4. D.
  +1 to +8°C
Answer and explanation
Q62 · Applied Sociology · Social organization and disorganization
A process by which a group regulates itself according to its beliefs, principles, and values to stop or prevent negative deviance is known as?
1. A.
  Social control
2. B.
  Social change
3. C.
  Social evil
4. D.
  Social stratification
Answer and explanation
Q63 · Applied Microbiology & Infection control · Pathogenic Organisms
Which of the following pathogens causes gas gangrene?
1. A.
  Mycoplasma
2. B.
  Clostridium perfringens
3. C.
  Enterovirus
4. D.
  Vibrio cholerae
Answer and explanation
Q64 · Nursing Management & Leadership · Management Process
SWOT analysis refers to?
1. A.
  Strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, threats
2. B.
  Strengths, weaknesses, observations, technique
3. C.
  Strengths, weaknesses, observations, threats
4. D.
  Strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, technique
Answer and explanation
Q65 · Applied Sociology · Social structure
Which of the following is NOT an example of secondary group?
1. A.
  University class group
2. B.
  Family
3. C.
  Athletic class group
4. D.
  Group of co-workers
Answer and explanation
Q66 · Applied Psychology · Developmental Psychology
'Identity versus role confusion' is seen in?
1. A.
  Infants
2. B.
  Preschoolers
3. C.
  Adolescents
4. D.
  Toddlers
Answer and explanation
Q67 · Pharmacology · Drugs Acting on Central Nervous System
Extrapyramidal symptoms are side effects of?
1. A.
  Antimalarial drugs
2. B.
  Antidepressants
3. C.
  Antipsychotics
4. D.
  Antianxiety drugs
Answer and explanation
Q68 · Nursing Management & Leadership · Management of Nursing Service in the Hospital & Community
The method of setting formal guidelines before starting a work is known as?
1. A.
  Assessment
2. B.
  Coordinating
3. C.
  Execution
4. D.
  Planning
Answer and explanation
Q69 · General Knowledge · Miscellaneous
According to the Constitution of India, what is the minimum age required to become a member of a State Legislative Assembly in India?
1. A.
  30 years
2. B.
  25 years
3. C.
  18 years
4. D.
  21 years
Answer and explanation
Q70 · Applied Physiology · Blood
The ability of the body to defend itself against specific invading agents such as bacteria, toxins, viruses and foreign bodies, is known as?
1. A.
  Secretion
2. B.
  Immunity
3. C.
  Glands
4. D.
  Hormones
Answer and explanation
Q71 · Applied Psychology · Mental Health & mental hygiene
Which of the following defense mechanism involves redirecting unacceptable feelings from the original source to a safer target?
1. A.
  Displacement
2. B.
  Reaction formation
3. C.
  Repression
4. D.
  Rationalization
Answer and explanation
Q72 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Gas Exchange and Respiratory Function
A prescribed amount of oxygen is needed for a patient with COPD to prevent?
1. A.
  Cardiac arrest related to increased partial pressure of carbon dioxide in arterial blood
2. B.
  Inhibition of the respiratory hypoxic stimulus
3. C.
  Circulatory overload due to hypervolemia
4. D.
  Respiratory excitement
Answer and explanation
Q73 · Applied Physiology · Nervous System
Which of the following is NOT a function of sympathetic nervous system?
1. A.
  Dilation of pupils
2. B.
  Rest and digest
3. C.
  Fight and flight
4. D.
  Tachycardia
Answer and explanation
Q74 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Diagnosis of Pregnancy
Softening of lower uterine segment during pregnancy is known as?
1. A.
  Goodell's sign
2. B.
  Hegar's sign
3. C.
  Striae albicans
4. D.
  Linea nigra
Answer and explanation
Q75 · Applied Physiology · General Physiology
The normal pH of blood is?
1. A.
  9.01 - 9.99
2. B.
  6.35 - 6.45
3. C.
  7.35 - 7.45
4. D.
  7.50 - 7.60
Answer and explanation
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Q76 · Nursing Research & Statistics · Hypothesis & Assumption
A statement of the expected relationship between two or more variables is known as?
1. A.
  Problem statement
2. B.
  Hypothesis
3. C.
  Conceptual definition
4. D.
  Research question
Answer and explanation
Q77 · Applied Physiology · Blood
Which of the following is the immunoglobulin, synthesized by plasma cells, that is responsible for allergic reactions?
1. A.
  IgM
2. B.
  IgA
3. C.
  IgD
4. D.
  IgE
Answer and explanation
Q78 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Complications of the Third Stage of Labor
Ergometrine is useful in the management of?
1. A.
  Preeclampsia
2. B.
  PPH
3. C.
  Eclampsia
4. D.
  Twin transfusion
Answer and explanation
Q79 · General Knowledge · Miscellaneous
In which year did the Russian Revolution, which led to the end of the Romanov Empire, take place?
1. A.
  1921
2. B.
  1917
3. C.
  1936
4. D.
  1943
Answer and explanation
Q80 · Mental Health Nursing · Schizophrenia
Manju sees a design of a flower on the wallpaper and perceives it as an animal. This is an example of?
1. A.
  Illusion
2. B.
  Hallucination
3. C.
  Delusion
4. D.
  Idea of reference
Answer and explanation
Q81 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Miscellaneous
A, B, and C spend 80%, 85%, and 75% of their salaries respectively. The total of their salaries is ₹1,08,000. If their savings are in the ratio 8 : 9 : 20, what is the difference between the salaries of A and C?
1. A.
  25,600
2. B.
  18,000
3. C.
  25,800
4. D.
  24,000
Answer and explanation
Q82 · Community Health Nursing · Concepts of Community Health and Community Health Nursing
Which state of India has the highest Human Development Index?
1. A.
  Goa
2. B.
  Kerala
3. C.
  Mizoram
4. D.
  Sikkim
Answer and explanation
Q83 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Population Dynamics and Control of Conception
Which of the following is NOT a surgical method used in birth control?
1. A.
  Vasectomy
2. B.
  Intra uterine contraceptive devices
3. C.
  Tubectomy
4. D.
  Tubal ligation
Answer and explanation
Q84 · Pharmacology · Drug Affecting Blood & Blood Formation
When intravenous heparin therapy is advised for a patient, the nurse must ensure the availability of ______ in the nursing unit while administering the therapy?
1. A.
  Vitamin K
2. B.
  Aminocaproic acid
3. C.
  Potassium chloride
4. D.
  Protamine sulphate
Answer and explanation
Q85 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Miscellaneous
A path of 7 meters width runs around outside a circular park whose diameter is 90 m. The cost of leveling the path at Rs. 10.80 per m² is (nearest to a rupee):
1. A.
  Rs. 22,834
2. B.
  23,047
3. C.
  22,810
4. D.
  23,045
Answer and explanation
Q86 · Applied Microbiology & Infection control · Pathogenic Organisms
Which of the following is a viral disease caused by one of the smallest human viruses that infects the motor cells of the anterior horn of the spinal cord?
1. A.
  Poliomyelitis
2. B.
  Rubeola
3. C.
  Rubella
4. D.
  Chickenpox
Answer and explanation
Q87 · Nursing Research & Statistics · Research Approaches and Designs
The plan, structure and strategy of a research investigation are called?
1. A.
  Blueprint
2. B.
  Research design
3. C.
  Review of related literature
4. D.
  Background of the study
Answer and explanation
Q88 · English · Vocabulary
Select the most appropriate option that can replace the given phrase/set of words: Animals living within a given area.
1. A.
  Fauna
2. B.
  Flora
3. C.
  Habitat
4. D.
  Forest
Answer and explanation
Q89 · Nursing Research & Statistics · Tools and Methods of Data Collection
Stability, internal consistency and equivalence are components of?
1. A.
  Reliability
2. B.
  Validity
3. C.
  Efficiency
4. D.
  Matching
Answer and explanation
Q90 · Mental Health Nursing · Neurotic, stress related and somatisation disorders
La bella indifference is related to?
1. A.
  Body dysmorphic disorder
2. B.
  Conversion disorder
3. C.
  Somatisation disorder
4. D.
  Pain disorder
Answer and explanation
Q91 · English · Grammar
Choose the option that is the correct passive voice of the given sentence? He read out the rules to the villagers.
1. A.
  The rules are read out to the villagers by him.
2. B.
  The rules were read out by the villagers to him.
3. C.
  The rules were being read out to the villagers by him.
4. D.
  The rules were read out to the villagers by him.
Answer and explanation
Q92 · Mental Health Nursing · Psychiatric Emergencies
A client on antipsychotic therapy develops muscle rigidity, high fever, tachycardia, fluctuation in BP, diaphoresis, and rapid deterioration of mental status to stupor and coma. These signs and symptoms are indicative of?
1. A.
  Tardive dyskinesia
2. B.
  Neuroleptic malignant syndrome
3. C.
  Extrapyramidal symptoms
4. D.
  Oculogyric crisis
Answer and explanation
Q93 · Forensic Nursing & Indian laws · Dummy
When was the Indian Constitution adopted?
1. A.
  1950
2. B.
  1951
3. C.
  1947
4. D.
  1949
Answer and explanation
Q94 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Diseases of Gastrointestinal System and Liver
Projectile non bilious vomiting is seen in?
1. A.
  Pyloric stenosis
2. B.
  Megacolon
3. C.
  Nephroblastoma
4. D.
  Intussusception
Answer and explanation
Q95 · English · Error Detection
A sentence is divided into 4 parts, of which one has an error. Select the part from the options that has the error. You don't like/spicy food/don't you?
1. A.
  Don't you?
2. B.
  Spicy food,
3. C.
  You
4. D.
  Don't like
Answer and explanation
Q96 · Nursing Foundations · Health Assessment
Which of the following techniques involves the sense of sight?
1. A.
  Auscultation
2. B.
  Palpation
3. C.
  Percussion
4. D.
  Inspection
Answer and explanation
Q97 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Simple interest
A certain sum amounts to ₹14,641 in 4 years at an annual compound interest rate of 10%. What will be the amount of the same sum at the same rate for 2½ years?
1. A.
  12,100
2. B.
  12,705
3. C.
  12,750
4. D.
  13,310
Answer and explanation
Q98 · Pathology & Genetics · Systemic Pathology
Failure of foramen ovale to close will lead to?
1. A.
  Patent ductus arteriosus
2. B.
  Transposition of great arteries
3. C.
  Atrial septal defect
4. D.
  Ventricular septal defect
Answer and explanation
Q99 · General Knowledge · National Current Affairs
Who among the following has been appointed the Governor of Reserve Bank of India in December 2018?
1. A.
  Shaktikanta Das
2. B.
  Viral Acharya
3. C.
  Urjit Patel
4. D.
  Raghuram Rajan
Answer and explanation
Q100 · General Knowledge · Important Health Days & Themes
National Youth Day is celebrated on?
1. A.
  16 June
2. B.
  8 March
3. C.
  12 January
4. D.
  22 December
Answer and explanation
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Q101 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Profit & loss
A person makes a profit of 17% after giving a discount of 10% on the marked price of an item. If he gives a discount of 16% on the marked price, what will be his profit percentage?
1. A.
  9.6
2. B.
  11
3. C.
  9.2
4. D.
  14
Answer and explanation
Q102 · Reasoning · Coding-Decoding
If A = 2 and C = 4, then ANIMAL = ?
1. A.
  49
2. B.
  56
3. C.
  65
4. D.
  55
Answer and explanation
Q103 · English · Vocabulary
Select the most appropriate option that is a synonym of the word? Mandatory
1. A.
  Compulsory
2. B.
  Optional
3. C.
  Invalid
4. D.
  Unnecessary
Answer and explanation
Q104 · Nursing Research & Statistics · Hypothesis & Assumption
The statements of beliefs and ideas that are considered to be true without proof are known as?
1. A.
  Conceptual definition
2. B.
  Assumption
3. C.
  Operational definition
4. D.
  Hypothesis
Answer and explanation
Q105 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Speed–distance–time
A train takes 25 seconds to pass a pole and 73 seconds to pass a platform of 480 m length. What is the length of the train (in meters)?
1. A.
  250
2. B.
  240
3. C.
  236
4. D.
  270
Answer and explanation
Q106 · English · Grammar
Fill in the blank with the most appropriate option. The soldier returned home ______ ten years?
1. A.
  Since
2. B.
  From
3. C.
  About
4. D.
  After
Answer and explanation
Q107 · Reasoning · Analogy
Choose the option that is related to the third term in the same way as the second term is related to the first term:

Power : Watt :: Energy : ______
1. A.
  Newton
2. B.
  Joule
3. C.
  Ampere
4. D.
  Tom
Answer and explanation
Q108 · Mental Health Nursing · Psychiatric Emergencies
Deepak, who has acute psychosis and has been on haloperidol 20 mg/day for the last 2 days, has an episode characterized by tongue protrusion, oculogyric crisis, stiffness and abnormal posture of limbs and trunk without loss of consciousness for 20 minutes before being presented to casualty. This improves within a few minutes after administration of diphenhydramine HCl. The most likely diagnosis will be?
1. A.
  Tardive dyskinesia
2. B.
  Acute dystonia
3. C.
  Akathisia
4. D.
  Neuroleptic malignant syndrome
Answer and explanation
Q109 · Pharmacology · Miscellaneous
Undersupply of the neurotransmitter serotonin is linked to?
1. A.
  Schizophrenia
2. B.
  Alzheimer's disease
3. C.
  Parkinsonism
4. D.
  Depression
Answer and explanation
Q110 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Hematological Disorders
Coombs test is performed to predict what complication in fetus?
1. A.
  Metabolic disorder
2. B.
  Physiologic hyperbilirubinemia
3. C.
  Genetic thalassemia
4. D.
  Acute hemolytic disease
Answer and explanation
Q111 · Applied Nutrition & Dietetics · Nutritional Deficiency Disorder
Which of the following combinations of deficiency of vitamin and its effects is WRONG?
1. A.
  Vitamin K Bleeding
2. B.
  Vitamin A Night blindness
3. C.
  Vitamin C Osteomalacia
4. D.
  Vitamin B1 Beri beri
Answer and explanation
Q112 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Newborn Infants
In neonatal resuscitation, the ratio of compressions to breath is?
1. A.
  30:2
2. B.
  3:1
3. C.
  15:2
4. D.
  1:3
Answer and explanation
Q113 · Nursing Foundations · Administration of medications
Where is buccal medicine supposed to be placed?
1. A.
  On the skin
2. B.
  On the conjunctiva
3. C.
  Between the cheek and gum
4. D.
  Under the tongue
Answer and explanation
Q114 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Multiple Pregnancy, Amniotic Fluid Disorders, Abnormalities of Placenta and Cord
The greenish color of amniotic fluid is due to the presence of?
1. A.
  Meconium
2. B.
  Vernix
3. C.
  Proteins
4. D.
  Lanugo
Answer and explanation
Q115 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Metabolic and Endocrine Function
The site for insulin injection is rotated in patients with diabetes. What is the minimum distance to be ensured between two sites?
1. A.
  4 inches
2. B.
  2.5 cms
3. C.
  2 inches
4. D.
  4.5 cms
Answer and explanation
Q116 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Fetus
In fetal blood vessels, the oxygen content is highest in the?
1. A.
  Ductus venosus
2. B.
  Ductus arterious
3. C.
  Pulmonary artery
4. D.
  Umbilical artery
Answer and explanation
Q117 · Applied Physiology · Nervous System
Which of the following is the cranial nerve responsible for papillary constriction?
1. A.
  Olfactory nerve
2. B.
  Optic nerve
3. C.
  Oculomotor nerve
4. D.
  Vagus nerve
Answer and explanation
Q118 · General Knowledge · Sports Current Affairs
Who/what was the official mascot of the 2018 Men's Hockey World Cup held in India in 2018?
1. A.
  Appu’ the Elephant
2. B.
  Olly’ the Turtle
3. C.
  Bandabi’ the Asian Black Bear
4. D.
  Soohorang’ the White Tiger
Answer and explanation
Q119 · General Knowledge · Indian geography
Where is the Bandhavgarh National Park located?
1. A.
  Gujarat
2. B.
  Madhya Pradesh
3. C.
  Haryana
4. D.
  Rajasthan
Answer and explanation
Q120 · Nursing Management & Leadership · Management of Nursing Service in the Hospital & Community
Measuring the quality of a work or product by the members of the same professional group is called?
1. A.
  Accreditation
2. B.
  Certification
3. C.
  Nursing audit
4. D.
  Peer review
Answer and explanation