KPSC Staff Nurse 2018 question paper

KPSC Nursing Officer · 2018 · 100 questions · 75 minutes · 0.33 mark deducted per wrong answer

General Knowledge 15
Obstetrics & Gynaecology 11
Medical & Surgical Nursing 11
Community Health Nursing 9
Nursing Foundations 7
Pharmacology 6
Biochemistry & Nutrition 5
Mental Health Nursing 5
Applied Nutrition & Dietetics 4
Applied Anatomy 4
Nursing Research & Statistics 3
Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) 3
Nursing Management & Leadership 3
Pathology & Genetics 3
Reasoning 2
Forensic Nursing & Indian laws 2
Applied Microbiology & Infection control 2
Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics 2
Applied Sociology 1
Applied Physiology 1
Applied Psychology 1

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Q1 · Reasoning · Arrangements & Puzzles
A's weight is more than the weight of C, and A has the second highest weight. E weighs more than A. B weighs more than D. Who is the heaviest?
1. A.
  B
2. B.
  D
3. C.
  E
4. D.
  A
Answer and explanation
Q2 · General Knowledge · Union government and Judiciary Bodies
The 73rd and 74th Amendments to the Indian Constitution were related with. $\qquad$ $?$
1. A.
  Creation of Local Government Institutions
2. B.
  Judicial Review
3. C.
  Unprecedented powers to the Parliament
4. D.
  President's rule in the states
Answer and explanation
Q3 · Community Health Nursing · Family planning
When was the National Population Policy (NPP) established?
1. A.
  1978
2. B.
  2000
3. C.
  2002
4. D.
  2010
Answer and explanation
Q4 · General Knowledge · Basic Physics
The work done in moving a charge 'q' on an equipotential surface is. $\qquad$ ?
1. A.
  Infinity
2. B.
  0
3. C.
  $q / 2$
4. D.
  2 q
Answer and explanation
Q5 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Placenta and Fetal Membranes
Approximate weight of the placenta at term?
1. A.
  $1 / 4$ th of baby's wt
2. B.
  $1 / 6$ th of baby's wt
3. C.
  $1 / 7$ th of baby's wt
4. D.
  $1 / 3$ rd of baby's wt
Answer and explanation
Q6 · Biochemistry & Nutrition · Miscellaneous
The designation of an orbital with $\mathbf{n}=4$ and $\mathbf{l}=2$ is?
1. A.
  $4 d$
2. B.
  $4 s$
3. C.
  $4 p$
4. D.
  $4 f$
Answer and explanation
Q7 · General Knowledge · Basic Physics
The energy gap between the valence band and conduction band for a material is above 6 eV. The material is. $\qquad$ ?
1. A.
  Super conductor
2. B.
  An insulator
3. C.
  A doped semiconductor
4. D.
  A conductor
Answer and explanation
Q8 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Miscellaneous
The immediate action taken by a first aider to rescue a victim of heat stroke?
1. A.
  Give oral fluids
2. B.
  Fanning of victim
3. C.
  Remove victim from hot environment
4. D.
  Spraying water over the victim
Answer and explanation
Q9 · Biochemistry & Nutrition · Acid base Maintenance
The element with highest electronegativity is?
1. A.
  Chlorine
2. B.
  Bromine
3. C.
  Iodine
4. D.
  Fluorine
Answer and explanation
Q10 · Pharmacology · Autacoids & Related Drugs
A patient who takes an antihistamine medication diphenhydramine, what would be the expected side effect of the drug?
1. A.
  Nervousness
2. B.
  Palpitation
3. C.
  Dry mouth
4. D.
  Tremors
Answer and explanation
Q11 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Population Dynamics and Control of Conception
For postpartum IUCD insertion all are true, except
1. A.
  initiative started to promote spacing method
2. B.
  IUCD insertion is done only at district hospitals
3. C.
  CuT 380A is inserted.
4. D.
  to address unmet need of family planning
Answer and explanation
Q12 · Community Health Nursing · Occupational Health
Under ESI Act, 1948, state government share of expenditure on medical care is:
1. A.
  1/8
2. B.
  3/8
3. C.
  5/8
4. D.
  7/8
Answer and explanation
Q13 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Prolonged Labor, Obstructed Labor, Dystocia Caused by Fetal Anomalies
The measure which is done to manage shoulder dystocia?
1. A.
  Burns Marshall Maneuver
2. B.
  Lovset Maneuver
3. C.
  Mauriceau-Smellie-Viet Maneuver
4. D.
  Mac Robert's Maneuver
Answer and explanation
Q14 · Community Health Nursing · Nutrition Assessment and Nutrition Education
National program of nutritional support to primary education is also known as?
1. A.
  Special nutrition program
2. B.
  Mid day meal scheme
3. C.
  Mid day meal program
4. D.
  Balawadi nutrition program
Answer and explanation
Q15 · Forensic Nursing & Indian laws · Dummy
Which Article of Indian Constitution abolishes untouchability?
1. A.
  Article 23
2. B.
  Article 65
3. C.
  Article 17
4. D.
  Article 124
Answer and explanation
Q16 · Applied Nutrition & Dietetics · Cookery Rules and Preservation of Nutrients
Lathyrism due to excessive consumption of Khesari dal can be prevented by which method?
1. A.
  heating
2. B.
  soaking
3. C.
  filtration
4. D.
  parboiling
Answer and explanation
Q17 · Nursing Foundations · Miscellaneous
Truth telling about disease and its prognosis to terminally ill patients, such situation which ethical principle is followed by a nurse?
1. A.
  Confidentiality
2. B.
  Fidelity
3. C.
  Justice
4. D.
  Veracity
Answer and explanation
Q18 · Nursing Foundations · History of Nursing & Nursing as a profession
A form of self-evaluation that helps nurse judge personal performance and make judgment about standards of practice?
1. A.
  Repression
2. B.
  Recollection
3. C.
  Regression
4. D.
  Reflection
Answer and explanation
Q19 · Pharmacology · Miscellaneous Drugs
Biological product, alpha-1 - antitrypsin is used for the treatment of which of the following diseases?
1. A.
  Cancer
2. B.
  Emphysema
3. C.
  Cystic fibrosis
4. D.
  Phenyl Ketone Urea
Answer and explanation
Q20 · Mental Health Nursing · Mood disorders
The most common psychiatric disorder after head injury is?
1. A.
  Mania
2. B.
  Schizophrenia
3. C.
  Depression
4. D.
  PTSD
Answer and explanation
Q21 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Miscellaneous
First aid for strong acid and alkali poisoning?
1. A.
  Gastric lavage
2. B.
  Tickling back of pharynx by finger
3. C.
  Swallowing concentrated salt solution
4. D.
  Do not induce vomiting
Answer and explanation
Q22 · Applied Nutrition & Dietetics · Proteins
According to the latest ICMR–NIN recommendations, what is the recommended daily protein intake for a healthy Indian adult?
1. A.
  0.8 g/kg body weight/day
2. B.
  1.0 g/kg body weight/day
3. C.
  1.5 g/kg body weight/day
4. D.
  2.0 g/kg body weight/day
Answer and explanation
Q23 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Digestive and Gastrointestinal Function
Which of the following surgery leads to Dumping syndrome?
1. A.
  Appendectomy
2. B.
  Gastrectomy
3. C.
  Cholecystectomy
4. D.
  Sigmoidectomy
Answer and explanation
Q24 · Nursing Foundations · Administration of medications
The site preferred for giving IM injection for adults and anyone over 7 months old?
1. A.
  Vastus lateralis
2. B.
  Deltoid
3. C.
  Dorso gluteal
4. D.
  Ventro gluteal
Answer and explanation
Q25 · General Knowledge · Books, authors & institutions
Which social reformer of Kerala authored a book titled "Pracheena Malayalam"?
1. A.
  Narayana Guru
2. B.
  Sahodaran Ayappan
3. C.
  Kumara Guru
4. D.
  Chattambi Swamikal
Answer and explanation
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Q26 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Induction of Labor
A nurse in a labor room should do this measure to prevent prolonged labour to a patient?
1. A.
  Be with the patient
2. B.
  Maintaining partograph
3. C.
  Giving oxytocin
4. D.
  Assessing maternal and fetal vital signs
Answer and explanation
Q27 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Miscellaneous
Which of the following is not a cause for pernicious anaemia?
1. A.
  Bleeding
2. B.
  Chronic alcoholism
3. C.
  Long term use of certain antibiotics
4. D.
  Lack of intrinsic factor
Answer and explanation
Q28 · Applied Anatomy · Circulatory & Lymphatic System
Which of the following is not a part of portal vein?
1. A.
  Splenic vein
2. B.
  Hepatic vein
3. C.
  Gastric vein
4. D.
  Cystic vein
Answer and explanation
Q29 · Community Health Nursing · Miscellaneous
The storage temperature of BCG vaccine?
1. A.
  $2-8^{\circ}\mathrm{C}$
2. B.
  $8-10^{\circ}\mathrm{C}$
3. C.
  $10-12^{\circ}\mathrm{C}$
4. D.
  $6-11^{\circ}\mathrm{C}$
Answer and explanation
Q30 · Mental Health Nursing · Substance Use Disorders
Which of the following is used in drug dependence to prevent relapse?
1. A.
  Naloxone
2. B.
  Naltrexone
3. C.
  Neuroleptic
4. D.
  Nomifensine
Answer and explanation
Q31 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Hypertensive Disorders in Pregnancy
Drug of choice for the management of eclampsia?
1. A.
  Diazepam
2. B.
  Epsolin
3. C.
  Magnesium sulphate
4. D.
  Labetalol
Answer and explanation
Q32 · Community Health Nursing · National Health Programs
Under Janani Suraksha Yojna (JSY) assistance given to mother, in low performance states, in urban area is:
1. A.
  ₹ 1050
2. B.
  ₹ 1000
3. C.
  ₹ 1400
4. D.
  ₹ 2000
Answer and explanation
Q33 · Mental Health Nursing · Psychiatric Emergencies
The suitable method to handle an overactive aggressive patient is?
1. A.
  Accepting criticism and verbal attacks without punishment
2. B.
  Firing the person and applying restraints
3. C.
  Avoiding the person and neglect him for a while
4. D.
  Try to cheer up the person and give praise and encouragement
Answer and explanation
Q34 · Nursing Foundations · Administration of medications
A physician order, means medication to be given only once at a specified time?
1. A.
  Stat order
2. B.
  Prn order
3. C.
  Single order
4. D.
  Standing order
Answer and explanation
Q35 · Community Health Nursing · Environmental Science, Environmental Health, and Sanitation
Mosquito which breed in dirty and polluted water?
1. A.
  Anopheles
2. B.
  Culex
3. C.
  Aedes
4. D.
  mansonoides
Answer and explanation
Q36 · Applied Microbiology & Infection control · Immunity
Injection of diphtheria antitoxin gives?
1. A.
  Active immunity
2. B.
  Passive immunity
3. C.
  Natural immunity
4. D.
  Cellular immunity
Answer and explanation
Q37 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Infertility
Which of the following condition of pregnant women needs immediate attention?
1. A.
  Epigastric pain
2. B.
  Pain radiating to back
3. C.
  Cramps
4. D.
  Heart burn
Answer and explanation
Q38 · Forensic Nursing & Indian laws · Dummy
Publication of a false statement about an individual made either verbally or in some other form to the third person?
1. A.
  Battery
2. B.
  Displacement
3. C.
  Depersonalization
4. D.
  Defamation
Answer and explanation
Q39 · Nursing Research & Statistics · Foundation of Nursing Research
Which among the following is not a fact about EBP (evidence based practice)?
1. A.
  Is use of best evidence to make decisions about care and treatment
2. B.
  Contribute to expand the knowledge base of profession
3. C.
  Includes patient preferences and values
4. D.
  Is another term for utilization of research findings
Answer and explanation
Q40 · Applied Nutrition & Dietetics · Nutritional Assessment and Nutrition Education
Which of the following is used for grading protein energy malnutrition?
1. A.
  Ballard's scale
2. B.
  Gomez scale
3. C.
  Bishop scoring
4. D.
  Kramer's rule
Answer and explanation
Q41 · Applied Sociology · Social structure
The conflict carried by individuals not for themselves but for an ideal?
1. A.
  Positive conflict
2. B.
  Direct conflict
3. C.
  Indirect conflict
4. D.
  Class conflict
Answer and explanation
Q42 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Development
A child has breath holding spell. What advice will you give the parent to manage the child?
1. A.
  Give punishment to the child
2. B.
  Protect and pamper the child
3. C.
  Neglect the child during spell
4. D.
  Be tolerant calm and kind
Answer and explanation
Q43 · Nursing Management & Leadership · Management Basics Applied to Nursing
Which of the following is not an element of management?
1. A.
  Reporting
2. B.
  Organizing
3. C.
  Staffing
4. D.
  Commanding
Answer and explanation
Q44 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Oncology: Nursing Management in Cancer Care
Which of the following tests is used to detect blood cancer?
1. A.
  Bone marrow biopsy
2. B.
  Endoscopy
3. C.
  Colposcopy
4. D.
  Colonoscopy
Answer and explanation
Q45 · General Knowledge · Indian history
....................is considered as the "father of political movements in modern Thiruvithamkur"?
1. A.
  K.P. Karuppan
2. B.
  G.P. Pillai
3. C.
  Dr. Palpu
4. D.
  T.K. Madhavan
Answer and explanation
Q46 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Gas Exchange and Respiratory Function
______ is a condition that results in white or brown speckles on the teeth.
1. A.
  Narcosis
2. B.
  Sarcoidosis
3. C.
  Fluorosis
4. D.
  Filariasis
Answer and explanation
Q47 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Shock and Multisystem Failure
A patient who is taking beta blockers is monitored for shock. Which manifestation of the shock won't present to such patient?
1. A.
  Hypotension
2. B.
  Tachycardia
3. C.
  Oliguria
4. D.
  Altered mental status
Answer and explanation
Q48 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Miscellaneous
As per the triage system, green color code refers to?
1. A.
  Injuries are life threatening but survivable with minimal intervention
2. B.
  Injuries are minor and treatment can be delayed for hours to days
3. C.
  Injuries are extensive and chances of survival are unlikely even with care
4. D.
  Injuries are significant and require medical care but can wait for hours without threat to life.
Answer and explanation
Q49 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Miscellaneous
A person wants to make a sum of Rs. 16 with 40 coins using 50 paise coins and 25 paise coins. How many coins are there of 25 paise?
1. A.
  20
2. B.
  24
3. C.
  16
4. D.
  22
Answer and explanation
Q50 · Pathology & Genetics · Genetics
Which among the following artificial insemination technology is used for the improvement of cattle population?
1. A.
  ICSI
2. B.
  GIFT
3. C.
  MOET
4. D.
  ZIFT
Answer and explanation
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Q51 · Nursing Management & Leadership · Management Process
The audit which is conducted between 2 regular audits?
1. A.
  Interval audit
2. B.
  Final audit
3. C.
  Interim audit
4. D.
  Continuous audit
Answer and explanation
Q52 · Community Health Nursing · National Health Programs
When was the Rashtriya Kishor Swasthya Karyakram (RKSK) launched by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare?
1. A.
  1998
2. B.
  2002
3. C.
  2010
4. D.
  2014
Answer and explanation
Q53 · General Knowledge · National Current Affairs
The “tagline” of “Annapurna Rasoi Yojna” which is started in Rajasthan is:
1. A.
  kitchen for all, food for all
2. B.
  clean food, good health
3. C.
  food for all, respect for all
4. D.
  food for all, good health for all
Answer and explanation
Q54 · Applied Microbiology & Infection control · Hand Hygiene
The cost effective way to prevent spreading of microorganism?
1. A.
  Wearing mask
2. B.
  Wearing gloves
3. C.
  Hand hygiene
4. D.
  Wearing gown
Answer and explanation
Q55 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Abnormalities of the Puerperium
Most frequent neurotic disorder in puerperium?
1. A.
  Postpartum blues
2. B.
  Postpartum depression
3. C.
  Postpartum psychosis
4. D.
  Delivery related stress and anxiety
Answer and explanation
Q56 · Biochemistry & Nutrition · Carbohydrates
Rosenmund's reduction of an acid chloride gives?
1. A.
  An ester
2. B.
  An alcohol
3. C.
  An aldehyde
4. D.
  A Hydrocarbon
Answer and explanation
Q57 · Applied Physiology · Sensory organs
The Rods and Cones of the eye retinal layer are modified?
1. A.
  Unipolar neurons
2. B.
  Multi polar neurons
3. C.
  Bipolar neurons
4. D.
  None
Answer and explanation
Q58 · Biochemistry & Nutrition · Carbohydrates
Which compound is known as inorganic benzene?
1. A.
  Borax
2. B.
  Diborane
3. C.
  Borazine
4. D.
  Boric acid
Answer and explanation
Q59 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Hypertensive Disorders in Pregnancy
Apgar scoring done at which time period has more predictive value of neonatal well being?
1. A.
  $1^{\mathrm{st}} \mathrm{~min}$
2. B.
  10 min
3. C.
  5 min
4. D.
  15 min
Answer and explanation
Q60 · Pharmacology · Introduction to drugs used in alternative systems of medicine
The scientific name of Ashwagandha is?
1. A.
  Withania somnifera
2. B.
  Asparagus racemosus
3. C.
  Woodfondia fruticosa
4. D.
  Adhatoda vasica
Answer and explanation
Q61 · Nursing Research & Statistics · Analysis of data
The best way to represent the following data is: Out of 100 factory workers – 18 are smokers and 82 are non-smokers.
1. A.
  line diagram
2. B.
  histogram
3. C.
  pie chart
4. D.
  bar chart
Answer and explanation
Q62 · Nursing Foundations · Promoting safety in health care environment
When is World Patient Safety Day observed?
1. A.
  16 September
2. B.
  17 September
3. C.
  18 September
4. D.
  19 September
Answer and explanation
Q63 · Applied Psychology · Mental Health & mental hygiene
A process of redirecting the energy produced by unacceptable desires or activities so that they become acceptable?
1. A.
  Reaction formation
2. B.
  Projection
3. C.
  Identification
4. D.
  Sublimation
Answer and explanation
Q64 · Pharmacology · Miscellaneous
The Most heat sensitive vaccine which should be stored at $20^{\circ}\mathrm{C}$ ?
1. A.
  DPT vaccine
2. B.
  Hepatitis vaccine
3. C.
  Polio vaccine
4. D.
  Measles vaccine
Answer and explanation
Q65 · Nursing Foundations · Health care delivery system
One nurse is assigned the responsibility for the case of each patient from admission to discharge?
1. A.
  Case method
2. B.
  Primary nursing
3. C.
  Functional method
4. D.
  Team nursing
Answer and explanation
Q66 · Pharmacology · Drugs Acting on Central Nervous System
The extrapyramidal side effect of antipsychotic agents are managed with following group of drugs except?
1. A.
  Dopamine drugs
2. B.
  Anticholinergic
3. C.
  Antihistamines
4. D.
  Barbiturates
Answer and explanation
Q67 · Applied Anatomy · Miscellaneous
The part of fetal circulation which becomes fossa ovalis after birth?
1. A.
  Umbilical arteries
2. B.
  Ductus arteriosus
3. C.
  Foramen ovale
4. D.
  Umbilical vein
Answer and explanation
Q68 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Normal Labor
Technique used by a midwife in 2nd stage of labor to facilitate delivery over an intact perineum?
1. A.
  Ironing out
2. B.
  Bearing down effort
3. C.
  Fundal pressure
4. D.
  Episiotomy
Answer and explanation
Q69 · Applied Nutrition & Dietetics · Introduction to Nutrition
Malnutrition comprises of following form except?
1. A.
  Under nutrition
2. B.
  Over nutrition
3. C.
  Imbalance
4. D.
  Micro nutrition
Answer and explanation
Q70 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Miscellaneous
Which of the lab value would the nurse to be evaluated for a patient with pancreatitis?
1. A.
  Serum lipase
2. B.
  Serum CPK
3. C.
  Serum ALP
4. D.
  Serum AST
Answer and explanation
Q71 · Nursing Foundations · Communication & Nurse-Patient Relationship
A strategy for effective communication where the interviewer validate information from the client without changing the meaning of statement?
1. A.
  Clarifying
2. B.
  Summarizing
3. C.
  Paraphrasing
4. D.
  Focusing
Answer and explanation
Q72 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Newborn Infants
Kangaroo mother care may be continued for low birth weight babies until?
1. A.
  Baby has no sign of hypothermia
2. B.
  Baby has regular breathing
3. C.
  Baby gains weight around 2500 g
4. D.
  Baby has no signs of infection and takes feeding
Answer and explanation
Q73 · Pathology & Genetics · Genetics
The technique of Polymerase Chain Reaction was developed by?
1. A.
  Maxem and Gilbert
2. B.
  Sanger
3. C.
  Francis Crick
4. D.
  Kary Mullis
Answer and explanation
Q74 · General Knowledge · Miscellaneous
The Varanasi Kanyakumari National Highway is:
1. A.
  NH 15
2. B.
  NH 2
3. C.
  NH 7
4. D.
  NH 47
Answer and explanation
Q75 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Normal Puerperium
Complete involution of the uterus to its pre-pregnancy stage of delivering the child takes place by:
1. A.
  5 weeks
2. B.
  6 weeks
3. C.
  7 weeks
4. D.
  8 weeks
Answer and explanation
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Q76 · General Knowledge · Indian geography
Meza Dam has been constructed on
1. A.
  Parvati River
2. B.
  Khari River
3. C.
  Kothari River
4. D.
  Mansi River
Answer and explanation
Q77 · Pathology & Genetics · General Pathology
Which of the following statement is Correct about malignant tumor?
1. A.
  Malignant tumour stop dividing prematurely
2. B.
  Malignant tumour invade surrounding cells and tissues
3. C.
  Malignant tumour remains localized
4. D.
  Malignant tumours have defective cell communication
Answer and explanation
Q78 · General Knowledge · National Current Affairs
Name the program launched by the Department of Women and Child Development, MHRD in 1988 to boost up women's health, education and political participation?
1. A.
  National Policy for Empowerment of Women
2. B.
  National perspective plan for Women
3. C.
  Swa-Shakti
4. D.
  Swayamsiddha
Answer and explanation
Q79 · General Knowledge · Everyday science
What is the largest population size that can be supported by available resources without harming the environment, known?
1. A.
  Carrying Capacity
2. B.
  Population outgrowth
3. C.
  Null point
4. D.
  Break-even
Answer and explanation
Q80 · General Knowledge · Indian history
Who among the following women social reformer and activist of 20th century Kerala actively participated in the Paliyam Satyagraha of 1947?
1. A.
  Akkamma Cheriyan
2. B.
  Anna Chandi
3. C.
  Kamalambal
4. D.
  Arya Pallam
Answer and explanation
Q81 · General Knowledge · Indian history
"Awake, remember the Lord Almighty, Get up at once and fight injustice". Which social reform organization of 20th century Kerala put forth the above slogan?
1. A.
  Yogakshema Sabha
2. B.
  Atmavidya Sangham
3. C.
  PRDS
4. D.
  Sahodara Prasthanam
Answer and explanation
Q82 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Miscellaneous
Rising ICP (intra cranial pressure) is accompanied by?
1. A.
  Tachycardia and Hypotension
2. B.
  Bradycardia and Hypotension
3. C.
  Bradycardia and Hypertension
4. D.
  Tachycardia and Hypertension
Answer and explanation
Q83 · Mental Health Nursing · Psychiatric Emergencies
Which one is a fact about persons with suicidal tendency?
1. A.
  Suicide happens without warning
2. B.
  Once a person is suicidal, he/she is suicidal forever
3. C.
  Most suicidal person are undecided about dying or living
4. D.
  Suicidal persons are fully intent on dying
Answer and explanation
Q84 · Community Health Nursing · Environmental Science, Environmental Health, and Sanitation
The point at which the chlorine demand of water is fully met is called?
1. A.
  Disinfection point
2. B.
  Break point
3. C.
  Saturation point
4. D.
  Free point
Answer and explanation
Q85 · Biochemistry & Nutrition · Body fluids
The calories provided by $\mathbf{100} \mathbf{~ml}$ of breast milk to an infant?
1. A.
  66
2. B.
  42
3. C.
  85
4. D.
  73
Answer and explanation
Q86 · General Knowledge · Miscellaneous
A person buys an article at 7/9 of its value and sells it for 20 percent more than its value. What is his gain percentage?
1. A.
  50 percent
2. B.
  45.3 percent
3. C.
  44.4 percent
4. D.
  54.3 percent
Answer and explanation
Q87 · Reasoning · Analogy
Pearl: Necklace: Flower : ?
1. A.
  Garden
2. B.
  Bouquet
3. C.
  Petal
4. D.
  Plant
Answer and explanation
Q88 · Pharmacology · Antimicrobial Drugs
Which of the following is not an antibiotic?
1. A.
  Tetracycline
2. B.
  Ranitidine
3. C.
  Ofloxacin
4. D.
  Penicillin
Answer and explanation
Q89 · Mental Health Nursing · Neurotic, stress related and somatisation disorders
Among the following which one is a delusional disorder?
1. A.
  Trance
2. B.
  Capgras' syndrome
3. C.
  Dissociative fugue
4. D.
  Ganser's syndrome
Answer and explanation
Q90 · General Knowledge · Basic Physics
Formula used for converting Celsius scale of temperature to Fahrenheit scale?
1. A.
  $(9 / 5) \mathrm{C}+32$
2. B.
  $(5 / 9)-\mathrm{C}+32$
3. C.
  $(9 / 5 / 32)-\mathrm{C}$
4. D.
  $(5 / 9) \mathrm{C}-32$
Answer and explanation
Q91 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Profit & loss
A person buys an article at 7/9 of its value and sells it for 20 percent more than its value. What is his gain percentage
1. A.
  50 percent
2. B.
  45.3 percent
3. C.
  44.4 percent
4. D.
  54.3 percent
Answer and explanation
Q92 · Nursing Management & Leadership · Organisational Behaviour & Human Relations
Informal communication is also known as?
1. A.
  Diagonal communication
2. B.
  Cross wise communication
3. C.
  Grape wine communication
4. D.
  Horizontal communication
Answer and explanation
Q93 · Community Health Nursing · Epidemiology – Epidemiological Approaches and Processes
Epidemiological triad excludes?
1. A.
  Host
2. B.
  Agent
3. C.
  Environment
4. D.
  Health
Answer and explanation
Q94 · Applied Anatomy · Renal System
Malpighian body is constituted by?
1. A.
  Glomerulus
2. B.
  Glomerulus and efferent-vessel
3. C.
  Glomerulus and afferent vessel
4. D.
  Glomerulus and Bowman's capsule
Answer and explanation
Q95 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Normal Growth and its Disorders
Ponderal index of term gestational age in normal neonate?
1. A.
  $>2.5$
2. B.
  $<2.5$
3. C.
  $<2$
4. D.
  2
Answer and explanation
Q96 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Miscellaneous
The ratio for giving external chest compression and breathing in CPR?
1. A.
  $30: 2$
2. B.
  $15: 2$
3. C.
  $30: 4$
4. D.
  $15: 4$
Answer and explanation
Q97 · General Knowledge · Miscellaneous
Where is Rajasthan Hindi Granth Academy located?
1. A.
  Jodhpur
2. B.
  Kota
3. C.
  Jaipur
4. D.
  Alwar
Answer and explanation
Q98 · Nursing Research & Statistics · Tools and Methods of Data Collection
Ability of an instrument to detect changes or differences when they occur?
1. A.
  Validity
2. B.
  Reliability
3. C.
  Objectivity
4. D.
  Sensitivity
Answer and explanation
Q99 · Applied Anatomy · Nervous System
Damage of 8th cervical or 1st thoracic nerve roots leads to?
1. A.
  Facial palsy
2. B.
  Erb's palsy
3. C.
  Klumpke's palsy
4. D.
  Bells palsy
Answer and explanation
Q100 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Diagnosis of Pregnancy
Which among these is a sign/symptom of impending labor?
1. A.
  Lightening
2. B.
  Quickening
3. C.
  Braxton hicks contraction
4. D.
  Tightening
Answer and explanation

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