KPSC Staff Nurse 2016 question paper

KPSC Nursing Officer · 2016 · 100 questions · 75 minutes · 0.33 mark deducted per wrong answer

Medical & Surgical Nursing 28
General Knowledge 28
Pharmacology 8
Biochemistry & Nutrition 7
Applied Microbiology & Infection control 6
Applied Physiology 5
Obstetrics & Gynaecology 5
Pathology & Genetics 3
Mental Health Nursing 3
Community Health Nursing 2
Applied Anatomy 2
Nursing Foundations 1
Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) 1
Forensic Nursing & Indian laws 1

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Q1 · Applied Physiology · Endocrine system
What is the primary action of insulin in the body?
1. A.
  Enhances the transport of glucose across cell walls
2. B.
  Aids in the process of gluconeogenesis
3. C.
  Stimulates the pancreatic beta cells
4. D.
  Decreases the intestinal absorption of glucose
Answer and explanation
Q2 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Perioperative Concepts and Nursing Management
What is the priority nursing intervention for a patient during the immediate post-operative period?
1. A.
  Observing for hemorrhage
2. B.
  Maintaining a patent airway
3. C.
  Recording the intake and output
4. D.
  Checking the vital signs every 15 minutes
Answer and explanation
Q3 · General Knowledge · Important Health Days & Themes
International Yoga day celebrated on?
1. A.
  5th June
2. B.
  20th June
3. C.
  22nd June
4. D.
  21st June
Answer and explanation
Q4 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Miscellaneous
The most common symptom of a sliding hiatus hernia is?
1. A.
  Feeling of fullness
2. B.
  Difficulty in breathing
3. C.
  Gastroesophageal reflex
4. D.
  All of the above
Answer and explanation
Q5 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Miscellaneous
An early sign of Hodgkin's disease is?
1. A.
  Difficulty in breathing
2. B.
  Swollen cervical lymph nodes
3. C.
  Difficulty in swallowing
4. D.
  Feeling of fullness over the liver
Answer and explanation
Q6 · Nursing Foundations · Nursing Process
"Nursing is the diagnosis and treatment of human responses to health and illness". This definition was given by?
1. A.
  American Nurses Association (ANA), 1995
2. B.
  International Council of Nurses
3. C.
  Florence Nightingale, 1858
4. D.
  Indian Nursing Council, 1948
Answer and explanation
Q7 · Applied Physiology · General Physiology
The cell organelle responsible for the formation of acrosome in a sperm is?
1. A.
  Ribosome
2. B.
  Mitochondria
3. C.
  Golgi bodies
4. D.
  Lysosome
Answer and explanation
Q8 · Pathology & Genetics · General Pathology
In which of the following stages is the carcinogen irreversible?
1. A.
  Progression stage
2. B.
  Initiation stage
3. C.
  Regression stage
4. D.
  Promotion stage
Answer and explanation
Q9 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Gas Exchange and Respiratory Function
An early manifestation of laryngeal cancer is?
1. A.
  Stomatitis
2. B.
  Airway obstruction
3. C.
  Hoarseness
4. D.
  Dysphagia
Answer and explanation
Q10 · Applied Microbiology & Infection control · Pathogenic Organisms
Which microorganism is associated with cervical cancer?
1. A.
  Human papilloma virus
2. B.
  Cytomegalovirus
3. C.
  Mycobacterium avium
4. D.
  Pneumocystis carinii
Answer and explanation
Q11 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Miscellaneous
Signs of meningeal irritation include all the following, EXCEPT?
1. A.
  Neck stiffness
2. B.
  Brudzinski's sign
3. C.
  Kernig's sign
4. D.
  Kehr's sign
Answer and explanation
Q12 · General Knowledge · Indian history
The Maharaja of Travancore who invited Thycaud Ayya to his palace and became his disciple?
1. A.
  Swathi Thirunal
2. B.
  Sreemulam Thirunal
3. C.
  Uthram Thirunal
4. D.
  Ayilyam Thirunal
Answer and explanation
Q13 · General Knowledge · Miscellaneous
Kolor mine of Karnataka is famous for?
1. A.
  Gold
2. B.
  Copper
3. C.
  Iron
4. D.
  Bronze
Answer and explanation
Q14 · Biochemistry & Nutrition · Carbohydrates
The monomer of natural rubber is?
1. A.
  Isoprene
2. B.
  Butadiene
3. C.
  Chloroprene
4. D.
  Ethylene
Answer and explanation
Q15 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Skin Disorders
Koplik's spots are seen in?
1. A.
  Rubella
2. B.
  Rubeola
3. C.
  Typhoid
4. D.
  Chickenpox
Answer and explanation
Q16 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Antepartum Hemorrhage
Common cause of antepartum hemorrhage?
1. A.
  Vasa praevia
2. B.
  Placenta previa
3. C.
  Uterine rupture
4. D.
  None of the above
Answer and explanation
Q17 · General Knowledge · Basic Physics
An athlete completes one round of a circular track of radius ‘R’ in 40 seconds. His displacement at the end of 2 minutes 20 seconds will be?
1. A.
  2R
2. B.
  Zero
3. C.
  2πR
4. D.
  4R
Answer and explanation
Q18 · General Knowledge · Indian history
‘Safety valve theory’ is related to?
1. A.
  Indian National Congress
2. B.
  Indian Association
3. C.
  Quit India Movement
4. D.
  Non-Cooperation Movement
Answer and explanation
Q19 · Mental Health Nursing · Treatment modalities and therapies used in mental disorders
Which of the following conditions is known to have the best response to Electro Convulsive Therapy (ECT)?
1. A.
  Depression with suicidal tendency
2. B.
  Simple schizophrenia
3. C.
  Paranoid schizophrenia
4. D.
  Obsessive compulsive disorder
Answer and explanation
Q20 · Pharmacology · Hormones & Related Drugs
Contraindications for using oral contraceptives?
1. A.
  Thrombophlebitis
2. B.
  Urinary tract infections
3. C.
  Ulcerative colitis
4. D.
  Menorrhagia
Answer and explanation
Q21 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Menstruation
Hormone responsible for ovulation and development of corpus luteum is?
1. A.
  FSH
2. B.
  LH
3. C.
  ADH
4. D.
  Estrogen
Answer and explanation
Q22 · Forensic Nursing & Indian laws · Forensic Psychiatry
The Indian Lunacy Act was passed in?
1. A.
  1987
2. B.
  1989
3. C.
  1912
4. D.
  1921
Answer and explanation
Q23 · General Knowledge · Indian history
The name of the boat Kumaranasan was travelling while he met an accident that caused his death?
1. A.
  Victoria
2. B.
  Redeemer
3. C.
  Kairali
4. D.
  None of these
Answer and explanation
Q24 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Fluid and Electrolytes: Balance and Distribution
Which of the following clinical findings indicates the patient is experiencing hypokalemia?
1. A.
  Edema
2. B.
  Muscle spasms
3. C.
  Kussmaul breathing
4. D.
  Abdominal distention
Answer and explanation
Q25 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Miscellaneous
Which of the following manifestations is associated with a raised level of cortisone and ACTH?
1. A.
  Confusion
2. B.
  Affective disturbances
3. C.
  Schizophrenia
4. D.
  Cushing's disease
Answer and explanation
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Q26 · General Knowledge · Basic Physics
A semiconductor diode is used to?
1. A.
  Convert dc to ac
2. B.
  Convert ac to dc
3. C.
  Increase voltage
4. D.
  Decrease voltage
Answer and explanation
Q27 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Cardiovascular, Circulatory, and Hematologic Function
Premature ventricular contractions are characterized by?
1. A.
  Premature beats followed by a compensatory pause
2. B.
  QRS complexes, which are short and narrow
3. C.
  Inverted P waves before the QRS complexes
4. D.
  A P-wave preceding every QRS complexes
Answer and explanation
Q28 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Miscellaneous
The typical findings on the assessment of a client with acute pancreatitis?
1. A.
  Hypoactive bowel sounds, decreased amylase and lipase levels
2. B.
  Fever, Hypoglycemia, HTN
3. C.
  Melena, persistent vomiting, hyperactive bowel sounds
4. D.
  Steatorrhea, abdominal pain, fever
Answer and explanation
Q29 · General Knowledge · Indian geography
In which state is Silent Valley located?
1. A.
  Tamil Nadu
2. B.
  Kerala
3. C.
  Assam
4. D.
  Arunachal Pradesh
Answer and explanation
Q30 · Community Health Nursing · Environmental Science, Environmental Health, and Sanitation
Which of the following is not an example of 'ex situ' conservation of biodiversity?
1. A.
  National park
2. B.
  Seed bank
3. C.
  Zoological park
4. D.
  Botanical garden
Answer and explanation
Q31 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Cardiovascular, Circulatory, and Hematologic Function
A condition characterized by a prolonged PR interval more than 0.2 seconds in ECG is called?
1. A.
  Second degree AV block
2. B.
  Mobiz type II AV block
3. C.
  First degree AV block
4. D.
  Complete block
Answer and explanation
Q32 · Applied Microbiology & Infection control · General Characteristics of Microbes
The kingdom of Mycoplasma is?
1. A.
  Plantae
2. B.
  Animalia
3. C.
  Monera
4. D.
  Fungi
Answer and explanation
Q33 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Cardiovascular, Circulatory, and Hematologic Function
Which of the following interventions is contraindicated in a patient with deep vein thrombosis of the right leg?
1. A.
  Elevation of the limb
2. B.
  Application of moist heat to the right leg
3. C.
  Ambulation in the hall hour in every 4 hour
4. D.
  Administration of analgesics
Answer and explanation
Q34 · General Knowledge · Miscellaneous
Which country is economically rich?
1. A.
  France
2. B.
  USA
3. C.
  India
4. D.
  Greece
Answer and explanation
Q35 · General Knowledge · Indian history
The place where the revolt of 1857 started?
1. A.
  Meerut
2. B.
  Delhi
3. C.
  Kanpur
4. D.
  Lucknow
Answer and explanation
Q36 · General Knowledge · Indian history
Which among the following is related to Ayyankali?
1. A.
  SNDP
2. B.
  Sadhujana Paripalana Sangam
3. C.
  Athmiya Sangam
4. D.
  Sarvodaya Movement
Answer and explanation
Q37 · General Knowledge · Indian geography
According to latest lion census, what is the number of Gir lions in India?
1. A.
  486
2. B.
  601
3. C.
  523
4. D.
  556
Answer and explanation
Q38 · Applied Microbiology & Infection control · Pathogenic Organisms
Schick test is done for?
1. A.
  Meningitis
2. B.
  Diphtheria
3. C.
  Pertussis
4. D.
  Poliomyelitis
Answer and explanation
Q39 · Pathology & Genetics · Genetics
Down's syndrome is due to?
1. A.
  A missing chromosome
2. B.
  An extra chromosome
3. C.
  A dominant gene
4. D.
  A recessive gene
Answer and explanation
Q40 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Cardiovascular, Circulatory, and Hematologic Function
Intra-aortic balloon pump therapy is most often used in the management of?
1. A.
  Congestive cardiac failure
2. B.
  Cardiogenic shock
3. C.
  Pulmonary edema
4. D.
  Aortic insufficiency
Answer and explanation
Q41 · Pharmacology · Miscellaneous
An assessment specific to safe administration of IV mannitol is?
1. A.
  Vital sign
2. B.
  Weighting daily
3. C.
  Urine output hourly
4. D.
  Level of consciousness
Answer and explanation
Q42 · General Knowledge · Indian history
'Divide and rule' was the policy of?
1. A.
  The British
2. B.
  The French
3. C.
  The Dutch
4. D.
  The Portuguese
Answer and explanation
Q43 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Physiological Changes During Pregnancy
Physiological changes in pregnancy include which of the following?
1. A.
  Increase in blood volume by 100%
2. B.
  Decrease in Hb
3. C.
  Peripheral resistance 50% increases
4. D.
  Cardiac output 40% decreases
Answer and explanation
Q44 · General Knowledge · Indian history
What is the meaning of Sangam in the Sangam age?
1. A.
  Royal court
2. B.
  Meeting of rivers
3. C.
  Assembly of poet
4. D.
  Assembly of religious leader
Answer and explanation
Q45 · General Knowledge · Indian history
The first astronaut of India?
1. A.
  H.T. Bhabha
2. B.
  Yuri Gagarin
3. C.
  Rakesh Sharma
4. D.
  Bhat nagar
Answer and explanation
Q46 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Neurologic Function
Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) is used to measure?
1. A.
  Intra Cranial Pressure (ICP)
2. B.
  Memory
3. C.
  Level of Consciousness (LOC)
4. D.
  Fluid volume
Answer and explanation
Q47 · General Knowledge · Basic Chemistry
Alkyl halides react with metallic sodium in ether. The reaction is known as?
1. A.
  Sand Meyer's reaction
2. B.
  Wurtz reaction
3. C.
  Wurtz-Fittig reaction
4. D.
  Fittig's reaction
Answer and explanation
Q48 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Metabolic and Endocrine Function
Which of the following disorder is caused by excessive producing of somatotropin?
1. A.
  Adrenogenital syndrome
2. B.
  Cretinism
3. C.
  Acromegaly
4. D.
  Dwarfism
Answer and explanation
Q49 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Miscellaneous
An adaptation that indicates major complication after gastroscopy would be?
1. A.
  Nausea and vomiting
2. B.
  Abdominal distention
3. C.
  Increased GI motility
4. D.
  Difficulty in swallowing
Answer and explanation
Q50 · Biochemistry & Nutrition · Miscellaneous
Due to Frenkel defect, the density of the ionic solids?
1. A.
  Decreases
2. B.
  Increases
3. C.
  Does not change
4. D.
  Changes abnormally
Answer and explanation
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Q51 · General Knowledge · Indian history
The birth place of Shree Narayana Guru?
1. A.
  Chempazhanthi
2. B.
  Varkala
3. C.
  Aruvippuram
4. D.
  Sivagiri
Answer and explanation
Q52 · Community Health Nursing · Environmental Science, Environmental Health, and Sanitation
The percentage of contribution of CFCs in total global warming is?
1. A.
  6%
2. B.
  14%
3. C.
  60%
4. D.
  20%
Answer and explanation
Q53 · General Knowledge · Indian history
The person who was known as ‘Bharat Kesari’?
1. A.
  M.R. Nair
2. B.
  Ramakrishna Pillai
3. C.
  Balakrishna Pillai
4. D.
  Mannath Padmanabhan
Answer and explanation
Q54 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Immunologic Function
Which of the following is an indicator of AIDS?
1. A.
  CD4 count lower than 200 cells / mm^3
2. B.
  CD4 count more than 400 cells / mm^3
3. C.
  CD4 count lower than 600 cells / mm^3
4. D.
  CD4 count lower than 1000 cells / mm^3
Answer and explanation
Q55 · Mental Health Nursing · Organic Brain Disorders
Filling up of memory spaces with a detailed false description of an event is termed as?
1. A.
  Tangentiality
2. B.
  Neologism
3. C.
  Circumstantialities
4. D.
  Confabulation
Answer and explanation
Q56 · General Knowledge · Basic Physics
A steady current is flowing in a power line from west to east. The direction of the magnetic field at a point below the power line is towards?
1. A.
  East
2. B.
  West
3. C.
  North
4. D.
  South
Answer and explanation
Q57 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Gas Exchange and Respiratory Function
The complication associated with a tracheostomy tube is?
1. A.
  Increased cardiac output
2. B.
  Acute respiratory distress syndrome
3. C.
  Increased blood pressure
4. D.
  Damage to laryngeal nerves
Answer and explanation
Q58 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Miscellaneous
What is the likely cause of blood urea nitrogen concentration elevated in acute renal failure?
1. A.
  Fluid retention
2. B.
  Hemolysis of red blood cells
3. C.
  Below normal metabolic rate
4. D.
  Reduced renal blood flow
Answer and explanation
Q59 · Applied Anatomy · Nervous System
Fourth cranial nerve is?
1. A.
  Trigeminal
2. B.
  Abducens
3. C.
  Trochlear
4. D.
  Facial
Answer and explanation
Q60 · Biochemistry & Nutrition · Nucleic acid & Nucleotides
The stain used to visualise separated DNA by gel electrophoresis is?
1. A.
  Ethidium bromide
2. B.
  Haematoxylin
3. C.
  Acetocarmine
4. D.
  Feulgen dye
Answer and explanation
Q61 · Pharmacology · Drugs acting on Autonomic Nervoys system
Which of the following drugs is contraindicated in a patient with glaucoma who is scheduled for surgery?
1. A.
  Demerol (meperidine) 50 mg IM
2. B.
  Atropine sulfate 0.4 mg IM
3. C.
  Valium (diazepam) 2 mg IM
4. D.
  Phenergan (promethazine) 25 mg IM
Answer and explanation
Q62 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Shock and Multisystem Failure
The most important indicator of hypovolemic shock after 15% blood loss is?
1. A.
  Systolic blood pressure less than 90 mm of Hg
2. B.
  Pupil unequally dilated
3. C.
  Respiratory rate of 4 breath / mt
4. D.
  Pulse rate less than 60 b / mt
Answer and explanation
Q63 · Pharmacology · Antimicrobial Drugs
Which of the following anti-tuberculosis drugs can damage the 8th cranial nerve?
1. A.
  Isoniazid
2. B.
  Para-amino Salicylic Acid (PAS)
3. C.
  Ethambutol hydrochloride (myambutol)
4. D.
  Streptomycin
Answer and explanation
Q64 · Pharmacology · Miscellaneous
Anaphylactic reaction after administering penicillin indicates?
1. A.
  An acquired atopic sensitization
2. B.
  Passive immunity to penicillin allergen
3. C.
  Antibodies to penicillin developed after earlier use of the drug
4. D.
  Developed potent bivalent antibodies when the IV administration was started
Answer and explanation
Q65 · Pharmacology · Drug Affecting Blood & Blood Formation
The antidote for heparin toxicity is?
1. A.
  Vitamin K
2. B.
  Warfarin (Coumadin)
3. C.
  Thrombin
4. D.
  Protamine sulphate
Answer and explanation
Q66 · General Knowledge · Sports Current Affairs
The winner of Copa America Football 2015?
1. A.
  Argentina
2. B.
  Brazil
3. C.
  Chile
4. D.
  Paraguay
Answer and explanation
Q67 · Biochemistry & Nutrition · Hormones
The plant growth regulator largely present in coconut milk is?
1. A.
  Auxin
2. B.
  ABA
3. C.
  Gibberellin
4. D.
  Cytokinin
Answer and explanation
Q68 · Applied Microbiology & Infection control · General Characteristics of Microbes
Most commonly used laboratory technique used to identify tubercle bacilli in sputum?
1. A.
  Acid-fast staining
2. B.
  Sensitivity testing
3. C.
  Agglutination testing
4. D.
  Dark-field illumination
Answer and explanation
Q69 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Cardiovascular, Circulatory, and Hematologic Function
A client with mitral stenosis would demonstrate symptoms associated with congestion in the?
1. A.
  Right atrium
2. B.
  Superior vena cava
3. C.
  Aorta
4. D.
  Pulmonary
Answer and explanation
Q70 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Digestive and Gastrointestinal Function
Peptic ulcer of the esophagus is also called as?
1. A.
  Barrett's ulcer
2. B.
  Reiter's syndrome
3. C.
  Reflux esophagitis
4. D.
  Achalasia
Answer and explanation
Q71 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Miscellaneous
Which finding should be the most indicative sign of increasing intracranial pressure?
1. A.
  Intermittent tachycardia
2. B.
  Polydipsia
3. C.
  Tachycardia
4. D.
  Increased restlessness
Answer and explanation
Q72 · General Knowledge · Basic Physics
At high altitudes, the boiling point of water decreases because?
1. A.
  The atmospheric pressure is high
2. B.
  The temperature is low
3. C.
  The atmospheric pressure is low
4. D.
  The temperature is high
Answer and explanation
Q73 · Mental Health Nursing · Substance Use Disorders
Korsakoff's psychosis is due to intake of?
1. A.
  Cannabis
2. B.
  Opium
3. C.
  Amphetamine
4. D.
  Alcohol
Answer and explanation
Q74 · Applied Anatomy · Circulatory & Lymphatic System
Bicuspid valve is present between?
1. A.
  Left atrium and left ventricle
2. B.
  Right atrium and right ventricle
3. C.
  Left atrium and right atrium
4. D.
  Right ventricle and left ventricle
Answer and explanation
Q75 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Pharmacotherapeutics in Obstetrics
A client is given oxytocin for induction of labor. The side effect of oxytocin is?
1. A.
  Vomiting
2. B.
  Increased urine outflow
3. C.
  Hypertension
4. D.
  Bradycardia
Answer and explanation
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Q76 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Antenatal Care, Preconceptional Counseling and Care
Neural tube defects can be prevented by?
1. A.
  Supplementation with Vitamin B complex
2. B.
  Supplementation with hydantoin
3. C.
  Maternal folate supplementation
4. D.
  Prophylaxis with valproic acid
Answer and explanation
Q77 · General Knowledge · Indian history
Who among the following had welcomed Vasco-Da-Gama at Calicut?
1. A.
  Francisco de Almeida
2. B.
  Zamorin
3. C.
  Afonso de Albuquerque
4. D.
  Pedro Álvares Cabral
Answer and explanation
Q78 · Pharmacology · Cardiovascular Drugs
Digitalis toxicity is indicated by?
1. A.
  Increased appetite
2. B.
  Elevated blood pressure
3. C.
  Skin rash over the chest and back
4. D.
  Visual disturbance such as seeing yellow spots
Answer and explanation
Q79 · Applied Physiology · Nervous System
Which of the following neurotransmitter is known to be associated with sleep, mood and appetite?
1. A.
  Acetylcholine
2. B.
  Dopamine
3. C.
  Serotonin
4. D.
  GABA
Answer and explanation
Q80 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Immunologic Function
The positive diagnosis for HIV infection is made based on?
1. A.
  A history of high risk sexual behaviors
2. B.
  Positive ELISA and Western blot tests
3. C.
  Identification of an associated opportunistic infection
4. D.
  Evidence of extreme weight loss and high fever
Answer and explanation
Q81 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Metabolic and Endocrine Function
A condition characterized by inflammation of the thyroid gland, resulting in hypothyroidism?
1. A.
  Addison's disease
2. B.
  Hashimoto's disease
3. C.
  Grave's disease
4. D.
  Cushing's disease
Answer and explanation
Q82 · Applied Microbiology & Infection control · Pathogenic Organisms
Chancroid is a sexually transmitted disease caused by?
1. A.
  Treponema
2. B.
  Haemophilus
3. C.
  Neisseria
4. D.
  Trichomonas
Answer and explanation
Q83 · Biochemistry & Nutrition · Carbohydrates
The connecting link between glycolysis and Kreb's cycle in aerobic respiration is?
1. A.
  RUBP
2. B.
  Acetyl COA
3. C.
  Citric acid
4. D.
  Oxalo acetic acid
Answer and explanation
Q84 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Miscellaneous
An early indication for the development of hypocalcemia?
1. A.
  Tingling sensation in the fingers
2. B.
  Depressed reflexes
3. C.
  Ventricular dysrhythmias
4. D.
  Memory changes
Answer and explanation
Q85 · Pharmacology · General Pharmacology
Red man syndrome is associated with?
1. A.
  Vancomycin
2. B.
  Chloramphenicol
3. C.
  Tetracycline
4. D.
  Erythromycin
Answer and explanation
Q86 · General Knowledge · Miscellaneous
The animal which is popularly known as 'Portuguese man of war' is?
1. A.
  Fasciola
2. B.
  Physalia
3. C.
  Obelia
4. D.
  Aurelia
Answer and explanation
Q87 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Fluid and Electrolytes: Balance and Distribution
Which of the following conditions has an increased risk for developing hyperkalemia?
1. A.
  Crohn's disease
2. B.
  Cushing's disease
3. C.
  Chronic heart failure
4. D.
  End-stage renal disease
Answer and explanation
Q88 · General Knowledge · Important Health Days & Themes
Which state has declared June 22 as Snake Bird Day?
1. A.
  Maharashtra
2. B.
  Tamil Nadu
3. C.
  Karnataka
4. D.
  Kerala
Answer and explanation
Q89 · General Knowledge · Basic Physics
Polarization of light is a convincing evidence of it’s?
1. A.
  Longitudinal nature
2. B.
  Transverse nature
3. C.
  Dual nature
4. D.
  Quantum nature
Answer and explanation
Q90 · Biochemistry & Nutrition · Nucleic acid & Nucleotides
The stain used to visualize separated DNA by gel electrophoresis is?
1. A.
  Ethidium bromide
2. B.
  Haematoxylin
3. C.
  Acetocarmin
4. D.
  Feulgen dye
Answer and explanation
Q91 · General Knowledge · Indian geography
The largest zoo in India is?
1. A.
  Delhi
2. B.
  Mumbai
3. C.
  Calcutta
4. D.
  Chennai (Arignar Anna Zoological Park)
Answer and explanation
Q92 · Biochemistry & Nutrition · Proteins
The digestion of protein is facilitated by?
1. A.
  Trypsin
2. B.
  Amylase
3. C.
  Secretin
4. D.
  Lipase
Answer and explanation
Q93 · Pathology & Genetics · Miscellaneous
A person having Klinefelter's syndrome is characterized by?
1. A.
  Male with some secondary sexual characters of female
2. B.
  Female with some sexual characters of male
3. C.
  Having both male and female sex organs
4. D.
  Female internal sex organs and male external sex organs
Answer and explanation
Q94 · Applied Physiology · General Physiology
Which one develops from endoderm?
1. A.
  Nervous system, urinary bladder and eye
2. B.
  Liver, connective tissue and heart
3. C.
  Thymus, spinal cord and brain
4. D.
  Liver, pancreas and thymus/thyroid
Answer and explanation
Q95 · Applied Physiology · Reproductive system
Location and secretion of Leydig cells are?
1. A.
  Liver-cholesterol
2. B.
  Ovary-estrogen
3. C.
  Testis-testosterone
4. D.
  Pancreas-glycogen
Answer and explanation
Q96 · General Knowledge · Basic Physics
A hollow metal sphere of radius 2 cm is charged such that the potential on its surface is 5 volts. The potential at the centre of the sphere is?
1. A.
  5 volts
2. B.
  Zero
3. C.
  Same as at a point 2 cm away from the surface
4. D.
  None of these
Answer and explanation
Q97 · General Knowledge · Indian history
The founder of 'Samatva Samajam'?
1. A.
  Kumara Guru
2. B.
  Vaikunta Swamikal
3. C.
  Ayyankali
4. D.
  Kumaranasan
Answer and explanation
Q98 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Metabolic and Endocrine Function
The characteristic symptom of hypoglycemia which is an early symptom of insulin reaction?
1. A.
  Severe thirst
2. B.
  Drowsiness
3. C.
  Diaphoresis
4. D.
  Coma
Answer and explanation
Q99 · Applied Microbiology & Infection control · Pathogenic Organisms
Ringworm is caused by?
1. A.
  Protozoa
2. B.
  Roundworm
3. C.
  Bacteria
4. D.
  Fungus
Answer and explanation
Q100 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Metabolic and Endocrine Function
Symptom exhibited during the icteric phase of viral hepatitis?
1. A.
  Tarry stools
2. B.
  Shortness of breath
3. C.
  Yellow coloured sclera
4. D.
  Light, frothy urine
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