NORCET-10 Prelims question paper

NORCET · 2026 · 100 questions · 90 minutes · 0.33 mark deducted per wrong answer

Medical & Surgical Nursing 21
Obstetrics & Gynaecology 13
Mental Health Nursing 12
Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) 11
Nursing Foundations 10
General Knowledge 5
Reasoning 5
Pharmacology 5
English 5
Nursing Research & Statistics 3
Community Health Nursing 3
Pathology & Genetics 2
Applied Anatomy 2
Health Information and Technology (Basic Computer) 2
Applied Sociology 1

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Q1 · Nursing Foundations · Administration of medications
A patient is prescribed 0.25 g of a drug. Available tablets are 125 mg each. How many tablets will you administer?
1. A.
  2 tablets
2. B.
  3 tablets
3. C.
  0.5 tablets
4. D.
  6 tablets
Answer and explanation
Q2 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Perioperative Concepts and Nursing Management
In surgical safety, “time-out” refers to which of the following?
1. A.
  Recording anesthesia documents
2. B.
  Checking correct surgical site and patient position
3. C.
  Taking a break for nurses
4. D.
  Completing postoperative notes
Answer and explanation
Q3 · Mental Health Nursing · Legal Issues in Mental Health Nursing
A psychiatric patient with severe illness refuses to give consent for electroconvulsive therapy (ECT). What should be the doctor's next appropriate step?
1. A.
  Discharge the patient
2. B.
  Take consent from parents/legally authorized representative
3. C.
  Transfer the case to higher authority
4. D.
  Proceed with ECT without consent
Answer and explanation
Q4 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Physiological Changes During Pregnancy
A female with 34 week pregnancy comes in clinic with the complaint of Heartburn during pregnancy due to which correct reason?
1. A.
  Relaxation of lower esophageal sphincter due to pregnancy hormones
2. B.
  Increased uterine size causing pressure on the stomach
3. C.
  Increased gastric acid secretion
4. D.
  Decreased intestinal motility
Answer and explanation
Q5 · Mental Health Nursing · Legal Issues in Mental Health Nursing
Patient having suicidal thoughts & is aware for his condition but refused for treatment. what will be the appropriate action?
1. A.
  Forceful Addmission
2. B.
  Respect refusal and continue no treatment
3. C.
  Take consent from family
4. D.
  Counsil the patient
Answer and explanation
Q6 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Metabolic and Endocrine Function
What condition can occur if Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) is stopped suddenly?
1. A.
  Hyperglycemia
2. B.
  Hypoglycemia
3. C.
  Hypernatremia
4. D.
  Dehydration
Answer and explanation
Q7 · Nursing Foundations · Elimination needs
While caring for a patient with a Foley catheter, for 4 hours no urine output occurs which nursing intervention is primary?
1. A.
  Tubing check for kinking
2. B.
  Irrigation of tube
3. C.
  Inform to doctor
4. D.
  document finding
Answer and explanation
Q8 · Applied Sociology · Social organization and disorganization
During which period did India experience its most significant 'population explosion'?
1. A.
  1951-1981
2. B.
  1981-2011
3. C.
  1901-1921
4. D.
  1921-1951
Answer and explanation
Q9 · Mental Health Nursing · Neurotic, stress related and somatisation disorders
OCD treatment is mostly done by direct exposure and ritual blocking. What will be the technique for imaginary guidance for a handwashing patient?
1. A.
  Ritual blocking
2. B.
  Imaging himself getting hand dirty in dish
3. C.
  Washing hand after dirty dish
4. D.
  Watching other hand get dirty
Answer and explanation
Q10 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Special Topics in Obstetrics
A 41-week pregnant woman comes to the clinic with complaints of labor pain. Before performing amniotomy, what should be assessed first?
1. A.
  Cervical dilation
2. B.
  Maternal heart rate
3. C.
  Fetal heart rate
4. D.
  Blood pressure
Answer and explanation
Q11 · General Knowledge · International Current Affairs
Japan's parliament is known as
1. A.
  Diet
2. B.
  Duma
3. C.
  Sejm
4. D.
  National assembly
Answer and explanation
Q12 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · COMPLICATED LABOR-Malposition, Malpresentation and Cord Prolapse
In the second stage of labor, how is the duration of a uterine contraction measured?
1. A.
  From the start of one contraction to the start of the next contraction
2. B.
  From the end of one contraction to the start of the next contraction
3. C.
  From the start of a contraction to its end
4. D.
  From peak of ACME to peak of the next ACME
Answer and explanation
Q13 · Pathology & Genetics · General Pathology
A patient who underwent abdominal surgery 7 days ago comes to the OPD with the wound condition shown in the image below. This indicates which condition?
1. A.
  Partial wound dehiscence
2. B.
  Complete wound dehiscence
3. C.
  Wound healing with primary intention
4. D.
  Secondary intention healing
Answer and explanation
Q14 · Reasoning · Statement-Based Reasoning
A person who does not want to change or avoids new ideas is called:
1. A.
  Reforming
2. B.
  Innovation
3. C.
  Reactionary
4. D.
  Innovator
Answer and explanation
Q15 · Pharmacology · Antimicrobial Drugs
A nurse is teaching a patient about the correct use of nicotine gum for smoking cessation. Which instruction should the nurse include?
1. A.
  Chew the gum rapidly for quick effect
2. B.
  Swallow the secretion gum after chewing
3. C.
  "Park" it between cheek and gum for better absorption.
4. D.
  Drink coffee immediately and after chewing gum
Answer and explanation
Q16 · English · Grammar
Convert the following sentence into indirect speech: “She said: ‘Where are you going?’”
1. A.
  She asked me where was am I going.
2. B.
  She asked me where were I am going.
3. C.
  She asked me where I was going.
4. D.
  She asked me where was am I going.
Answer and explanation
Q17 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Antenatal Assessment of Fetal Well-Being
In cardiotocography (CTG), a sinusoidal fetal heart rate pattern is most indicative of which condition?
1. A.
  Fetal distress
2. B.
  Normal finding
3. C.
  Increased fetal heart rate
4. D.
  Maternal hypertension
Answer and explanation
Q18 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Pediatric Critical Care
A 5-year-old child after a fall from height before reaching hospital he become unresponsive and after 5 Hour becomes unresponsive with increasing work of breathing and Cynosed. What is the Priority status?
1. A.
  Stable - life threatening
2. B.
  Stable - non life threatening
3. C.
  Unstable - life threatening
4. D.
  Unstable - non life threatening
Answer and explanation
Q19 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Gas Exchange and Respiratory Function
A patient with pleural effusion develops respiratory distress after thoracentesis. On examination, on one side of the lung there is absent lung sound with hyper ventilation. What is the most likely complication?
1. A.
  Pneumonia
2. B.
  Pneumothorax
3. C.
  Pleural effusion
4. D.
  Atelectasis
Answer and explanation
Q20 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Cardiovascular, Circulatory, and Hematologic Function
An ECG strip is shown. Calculate the heart rate.
1. A.
  42
2. B.
  45
3. C.
  50
4. D.
  38
Answer and explanation
Q21 · Nursing Research & Statistics · Application of Statistics in Health and Uses of Computer in Statistics
According to National Family Health Survey (NFHS-5), what is the trend in Total fertility rate (TFR) in India?
1. A.
  Constant 2.1
2. B.
  fluctuation 2.1 to 2.4
3. C.
  Declined from 2.2 to 2.0
4. D.
  Remained above 2.5
Answer and explanation
Q22 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Development
3-year-old child who had been toilet trained starts bedwetting after hospitalization. Which statement best describes this condition?
1. A.
  Ineffective toilet training
2. B.
  Regression due to hospitalization
3. C.
  Developmental delay
4. D.
  Urinary tract infection
Answer and explanation
Q23 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Common Medical Procedures
Using the standard pediatric maintenance fluid formula (Holliday-Segar method), calculate the 24-hour maintenance fluid requirement for an 8-year-old child weighing 23 kg.
1. A.
  1500 ml
2. B.
  1560 ml
3. C.
  1600 ml
4. D.
  1650 ml
Answer and explanation
Q24 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Gas Exchange and Respiratory Function
Below image shows a monitoring device attached to a patient’s airway circuit displaying waveform and numerical values of exhaled gases. What is the primary use of this device?
1. A.
  To check peak inspiratory pressure
2. B.
  To check expiratory pressure
3. C.
  To check PCO₂ level in expired air
4. D.
  To check PO₂ in expired air
Answer and explanation
Q25 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Disorders of Respiratory System
A nurse is teaching a child the correct use of a metered-dose inhaler (MDI). Which statement by the child indicates a need for further teaching?
1. A.
  "I will shake the inhaler well before use."
2. B.
  "I will exhale fully before inhaling the medication."
3. C.
  "Inhalation of drug after 3 to 5 second inhalation."
4. D.
  "I will inhale slowly and deeply for 20 to 30 seconds while pressing the inhaler."
Answer and explanation
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Q26 · Nursing Foundations · Administration of medications
68 year old adult presented with constipation for 3 days is prescribed a glycerin suppository. What is the appropriate depth of insertion of the suppository in an adult?
1. A.
  1 inch (2.5 cm)
2. B.
  2 inch (5 cm)
3. C.
  5 inch (12.5 cm)
4. D.
  4 inches (10 cm)
Answer and explanation
Q27 · Applied Anatomy · Introduction to Anatomical terms & Organization of Human Body
Lateral bowing of the legs is known as:
1. A.
  Genu varum
2. B.
  Genu valgum
3. C.
  Scoliosis
4. D.
  Kyphosis
Answer and explanation
Q28 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Metabolic and Endocrine Function
A patient with type 1 diabetes mellitus presents with a blood glucose level >500 mg/dL. With DKA condition showing Acetonic breath and kussumul respiration. What is the most appropriate initial treatment?
1. A.
  Administer insulin
2. B.
  Provide IV fluid isotonic
3. C.
  Administer Sodium bicarbonate
4. D.
  Provide Potassium
Answer and explanation
Q29 · Community Health Nursing · Family planning
"Unmet need for family planning" in women refers to:
1. A.
  Women using contraception but wanting more children
2. B.
  Women who want to delay or stop childbearing but are not using contraception
3. C.
  Partner is forcing to not use contraception but female want to use protection
4. D.
  Women currently pregnant and satisfied with pregnancy
Answer and explanation
Q30 · Mental Health Nursing · Community Mental Health Nursing
A patient presents with suicidal thoughts and symptoms of depression. As a nurse, where should you primarily refer the patient for immediate mental health support in India?
1. A.
  NIMHANS helpline
2. B.
  Tele-MANAS
3. C.
  AYUSH services
4. D.
  General outpatient department
Answer and explanation
Q31 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Hemorrhage in Early Pregnancy
A woman at 8 weeks of gestation presents with sudden Flank pain, cold clammy skin, hypotension, and pain referred to as shoulder. What is the most likely diagnosis?
1. A.
  Ruptured ectopic pregnancy
2. B.
  Threatened abortion
3. C.
  Molar pregnancy
4. D.
  Acute appendicitis
Answer and explanation
Q32 · English · Grammar
The train _____ just as we reached the platform.
1. A.
  left
2. B.
  has left
3. C.
  had left
4. D.
  was leaving
Answer and explanation
Q33 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Immunization and Immunodeficiency
A newborn infant received BCG vaccination at 1 day, but no scar has developed at 6 month on the injection site. What is the most appropriate action?
1. A.
  Avoid revaccination
2. B.
  Revaccinate with BCG
3. C.
  Perform Mantoux test before decision
4. D.
  IGRA test
Answer and explanation
Q34 · Nursing Foundations · Infection control & BMW management
A housekeeping staff sustains a needle stick injury while handling hospital waste. On assessment, it is found that sharps were not properly segregated at the point of generation. What is the most appropriate cause of this incident?
1. A.
  Not emptying waste at the proper timing
2. B.
  Improper Segregation during point of generation
3. C.
  Inadequate Waste identification
4. D.
  Delay in waste transportation
Answer and explanation
Q35 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Perioperative Concepts and Nursing Management
A patient with type 2 diabetes mellitus and hypertension undergoing CABG is found to have a blood glucose level of 48 mg/dL. What is the most appropriate immediate treatment?
1. A.
  Provide Dextrose 50% (D50) IV
2. B.
  Administer normal IV fluids
3. C.
  Give oral glucose
4. D.
  Start insulin infusion
Answer and explanation
Q36 · Mental Health Nursing · Neurotic, stress related and somatisation disorders
A person repeatedly visits a clinic with complaints of serious illness despite normal clinical examination and investigations. The patient genuinely believes that they are ill. What is the most likely diagnosis?
1. A.
  Hypochondriasis
2. B.
  Somatic symptom disorder
3. C.
  Factitious disorder
4. D.
  Conversion disorder
Answer and explanation
Q37 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Fluid and Electrolyte Disturbances
A under 2 -year-old child presents with acute diarrhea but shows no signs of dehydration. Oral Rehydration Solution (ORS) is prescribed. How much ORS should be given after each loose stool?
1. A.
  50–100 mL
2. B.
  30–50 mL
3. C.
  100–200 mL
4. D.
  200–300 mL
Answer and explanation
Q38 · Nursing Research & Statistics · Application of Statistics in Health and Uses of Computer in Statistics
According to the National Family Health Survey (NFHS-6), what are the approximate values of Total Fertility Rate (TFR) and Contraceptive Prevalence Rate (CPR)?
1. A.
  TFR ≈ 2.0; CPR ≈ 67%
2. B.
  TFR ≈ 1.9; CPR ≈ 67%
3. C.
  TFR ≈ 2.5; CPR ≈ 50%
4. D.
  TFR ≈ 3.0; CPR ≈ 40%
Answer and explanation
Q39 · English · Sentence Structure
Identify the figure of speech in the sentence: "The wind is whispering through the trees."
1. A.
  Irony
2. B.
  Metaphor
3. C.
  Simile
4. D.
  Personification
Answer and explanation
Q40 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Miscellaneous
A child presents with fever of unknown origin. On assessment using the pediatric emergency triage scale, the child is assigned a score of 3. What does this indicate?
1. A.
  Non-urgent condition, routine care required
2. B.
  Emergency condition requiring immediate resuscitation
3. C.
  Urgent condition requiring prompt evaluation
4. D.
  Dead on arrival
Answer and explanation
Q41 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Shock and Multisystem Failure
A patient with suspected sepsis has BP 88/60 mmHg, HR 132/min, temperature 39°C, and raised lactate. What is the priority management?
1. A.
  Start broad spectrum antibiotics
2. B.
  Fluid resuscitation with isotonic
3. C.
  Start vasopressors
4. D.
  Inform and wait for orders
Answer and explanation
Q42 · Reasoning · Arrangements & Puzzles
Six persons P, Q, R, S, T, U are sitting in a circle. • Q is sitting at second left of P • R is sitting between Q and S • S is not to the neighbor of P Who is sitting to the immediate right of R?
1. A.
  T
2. B.
  U
3. C.
  S
4. D.
  Q
Answer and explanation
Q43 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Prolonged Labor, Obstructed Labor, Dystocia Caused by Fetal Anomalies
A pregnant woman in active labor has the fetal head visible, but it strongly retracts after each contraction (crowning not maintained). What is the appropriate management?
1. A.
  Ritgen maneuver
2. B.
  Extra help & Hyperflex both Legs
3. C.
  Apply fundal pressure and push
4. D.
  Immediate episiotomy
Answer and explanation
Q44 · Mental Health Nursing · Substance Use Disorders
A chronic alcoholic patient develops symptoms 48–72 hours after stopping alcohol. He presents with confusion, agitation, tremors, and elevated blood pressure. Which of the following is a characteristic feature of delirium tremens?
1. A.
  Hypertension with altered consciousness
2. B.
  Bradycardia with clear sensorium
3. C.
  Hypotension with drowsiness
4. D.
  Euphoria with normal vitals
Answer and explanation
Q45 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · COMPLICATED LABOR-Malposition, Malpresentation and Cord Prolapse
A 41-week pregnant woman presents with labor pain. Before performing an amniotomy (artificial rupture of membranes), what should be assessed first?
1. A.
  Cervical dilation
2. B.
  Maternal heart rate
3. C.
  Fetal heart rate
4. D.
  Blood pressure
Answer and explanation
Q46 · Reasoning · Classification (Odd One Out)
Find the odd one out:
1. A.
  Teacher : Chalk
2. B.
  Farmer : Plow
3. C.
  Soldier : Gun
4. D.
  Driver : Road
Answer and explanation
Q47 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Musculoskeletal Function
A patient with a below-knee plaster cast reports that the cast has become wet. What is the most appropriate nursing action?
1. A.
  Keep in sunlight for 1 hour
2. B.
  Use a dryer on cool air
3. C.
  Do nothing
4. D.
  Apply heating pads
Answer and explanation
Q48 · Health Information and Technology (Basic Computer) · Introduction to computer applications
Which device is used to speed up a computer's performance?
1. A.
  HDD
2. B.
  SSD
3. C.
  Floppy Disk
4. D.
  CD-ROM
Answer and explanation
Q49 · Community Health Nursing · Environmental Science, Environmental Health, and Sanitation
The Basel Convention was established primarily for which of the following purposes?
1. A.
  Protection of human health and the environment from hazardous wastes
2. B.
  Prevention of ozone layer depletion
3. C.
  Protection of human rights globally
4. D.
  Control of greenhouse gas emissions
Answer and explanation
Q50 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Fluid and Electrolytes: Balance and Distribution
A patient with 50% total body surface area (TBSA) burns has received 12 hours of fluid resuscitation. His vital signs are: BP 118/78 mmHg, heart rate 95/min, and urine output 20 mL/hr. Is the patient adequately resuscitated?
1. A.
  Fluid Overload
2. B.
  Adequate hydration
3. C.
  Inadequate fluid resuscitation
4. D.
  Impending renal failure
Answer and explanation
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Q51 · Nursing Foundations · Comfort, Rest & Sleep & Pain
A client unable to speak & showing grimace & irritabilitty with pain. Which appropriate assessment should be used in this patient?
1. A.
  Administer medication without assessment
2. B.
  Behavioral pain scale
3. C.
  Numerical pain scale
4. D.
  Ignore the patient
Answer and explanation
Q52 · Mental Health Nursing · Schizophrenia
A patient with schizophrenia relapses after discharge. What is the most likely reason?
1. A.
  Lack of continuity of care
2. B.
  Primary prevention
3. C.
  Adequate follow-up
4. D.
  Early intervention
Answer and explanation
Q53 · General Knowledge · National Current Affairs
“Blue Revolution” refers to:
1. A.
  Fishing and aquaculture
2. B.
  Networking
3. C.
  Technological development
4. D.
  Environmental hygiene
Answer and explanation
Q54 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Shock and Multisystem Failure
A patient with sepsis presents with fever (39°C), blood pressure 118/85 mmHg, and heart rate 120/min. What is the most appropriate initial additional treatment?
1. A.
  Start IV fluids
2. B.
  Start vasopressin
3. C.
  Inform the physician
4. D.
  Give broad-spectrum antibiotic drug as prescribed
Answer and explanation
Q55 · Nursing Foundations · Hospital Admission & Discharge
Assertion (A): A nurse obtains the patient's signature on the consent form.

Reason (R): A nurse is legally authorized to obtain informed consent from the patient.
1. A.
  Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A
2. B.
  Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A
3. C.
  A is true, but R is false
4. D.
  A is false, but R is true
Answer and explanation
Q56 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Newborn Infants
A nurse is administering ear drops to a young child. Which is the correct technique for positioning the pinna?
1. A.
  insert the drop directly into the ear canal.
2. B.
  Pull the pinna downward and backward
3. C.
  Instruction given to child why drops are given to him
4. D.
  Insert in one ear and turned head on another site
Answer and explanation
Q57 · Pharmacology · Hormones & Related Drugs
A lactating mother is given Iodine-131. What should be advised regarding breastfeeding?
1. A.
  Continue breastfeeding
2. B.
  Start after 24 hours
3. C.
  lump & dump for 7 days
4. D.
  Stop breastfeeding permanently
Answer and explanation
Q58 · Mental Health Nursing · Mood disorders
A patient presents with early morning awakening and loss of appetite. Which type of depression is most likely?
1. A.
  Melancholic depression
2. B.
  Mild depression
3. C.
  Severe depression
4. D.
  Atypical depression
Answer and explanation
Q59 · Mental Health Nursing · Psychiatric Emergencies
A patient in the ward is shouting loudly and behaving aggressively. What is the most appropriate initial nursing action?
1. A.
  Apply physical restraints immediately
2. B.
  Shout back to control the patient
3. C.
  Approach calmly with limit setting
4. D.
  Ignore the patient's behavior
Answer and explanation
Q60 · Pharmacology · Antimicrobial Drugs
Which of the following anti-tubercular drugs is most commonly associated with toxicity to the 8th cranial nerve (vestibulocochlear nerve)?
1. A.
  Isoniazid
2. B.
  Ethambutol
3. C.
  Rifampicin
4. D.
  Streptomycin
Answer and explanation
Q61 · Mental Health Nursing · Nursing process in Psychiatry
When assessing Insight during the MSE, a patient who says, "I know I am hearing voices and I think it is because my brain chemistry is off and I need medicine," demonstrates:
1. A.
  Grade 1 Insight
2. B.
  Grade 2 Insight
3. C.
  Grade 4 Insight
4. D.
  Grade 5 Insight
Answer and explanation
Q62 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Prolonged Labor, Obstructed Labor, Dystocia Caused by Fetal Anomalies
A 41-week pregnant woman, G1P0 with a history of previous LSCS, presents in labor. On examination, a pathological grove ring is noted as a horizontal ridge across the abdomen. What is this finding called?
1. A.
  Uterus rupture
2. B.
  Bandl's ring
3. C.
  Hegar's sign
4. D.
  Uterus Atrophy
Answer and explanation
Q63 · Mental Health Nursing · Schizophrenia
A patient reports that a television news anchor is secretly sending messages to me during a broadcast. This is an example of:
1. A.
  Delusion of reference
2. B.
  Delusion of persecution
3. C.
  Delusion of grandeur
4. D.
  Thought broadcasting
Answer and explanation
Q64 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Gas Exchange and Respiratory Function
You are called to evaluate a patient on CPAP who has suddenly become severely tachypneic and agitated. You note the machine's exhalation port is physically blocked. What immediate physiological crisis is this patient experiencing?
1. A.
  CO2 retention
2. B.
  Hypoventilation
3. C.
  Hyperventilation
4. D.
  Hypoxia
Answer and explanation
Q65 · Reasoning · Arrangements & Puzzles
If 1st January is Wednesday, what day will it be on 8th January?
1. A.
  Wednesday
2. B.
  Thursday
3. C.
  Friday
4. D.
  Sunday
Answer and explanation
Q66 · Nursing Foundations · History of Nursing & Nursing as a profession
After normal vaginal delivery patient ask general anesthesia but nurse tell patient to tolerate the pain and the pain will subside after some time. This action most appropriately represents:
1. A.
  Negligence & Abuse
2. B.
  Ignorance and avoidance
3. C.
  Failure to Autonomy care
4. D.
  Dishonesty to patient concern
Answer and explanation
Q67 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Childhood Malignancies
13-year-old boy presents with waxing and waning pain and swelling over the mid-shaft of the humerus for 3 weeks. No trauma history. X-ray shows a periosteal reaction with suggestion of medullary involvement. What is the next best diagnostic investigation?
1. A.
  MRI
2. B.
  Biopsy
3. C.
  Blood investigation
4. D.
  CT
Answer and explanation
Q68 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Hypertensive Disorders in Pregnancy
A pregnant patient receiving magnesium sulfate therapy is being monitored. Which finding indicates magnesium toxicity?
1. A.
  Deep tendon reflex +3
2. B.
  Fetal heart rate 138/min
3. C.
  Respiratory rate 17/min
4. D.
  Urine output = 10 mL/hr
Answer and explanation
Q69 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Urinary Tract Function
A patient with unilateral flank pain and abdominal pain is advised an ultrasound. What is the correct preparation?
1. A.
  No preparation required
2. B.
  Report with full bladder
3. C.
  Fasting for 6-8 hours
4. D.
  Drink contrast solution
Answer and explanation
Q70 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Normal Labor
According to the LaQshya guidelines, which practice is correct during normal vaginal delivery (NVD)?
1. A.
  Routine episiotomy to prevent perineal tear
2. B.
  Umbilical cord cutting immediate
3. C.
  Umbilical cord remain intact for 2 to 3 minutes for iron absorption
4. D.
  Temporal region Limited visitor to prevent infection
Answer and explanation
Q71 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Metabolic and Endocrine Function
A patient with liver cirrhosis and ascites is being assessed. Which of the following physiological changes is not expected?
1. A.
  Increased ADH secretion
2. B.
  Increased hepatic venous pressure
3. C.
  Decreased portal pressure
4. D.
  Increased aldosterone
Answer and explanation
Q72 · General Knowledge · Indian geography
Which of the following cities is known as the “Hydro City of India”?
1. A.
  Chennai
2. B.
  Visakhapatnam
3. C.
  Kochi
4. D.
  Mumbai
Answer and explanation
Q73 · General Knowledge · Awards & honours
Which classical dancer was among the first to receive the Padma Vibhushan?
1. A.
  Rukmini Devi Arundale
2. B.
  Balasaraswati
3. C.
  Yamini Krishnamurthy
4. D.
  Kelucharan Mohapatra
Answer and explanation
Q74 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Cardiovascular, Circulatory, and Hematologic Function
Find the incorrect statement regarding blood transfusion:
1. A.
  Fresh frozen plasma (FFP) is used within 24 hours after thawing
2. B.
  Packed RBCs may cause fluid overload
3. C.
  Packed RBCs are used to increase oxygen-carrying capacity
4. D.
  FFP is primarily used to increase hemoglobin level
Answer and explanation
Q75 · Community Health Nursing · Concepts of Community Health and Community Health Nursing
Which of the following theories is primarily applied in the community health domain to guide health promotion and disease prevention activities?
1. A.
  Health Care theory
2. B.
  Pavlov theory
3. C.
  Piaget theory
4. D.
  Erik Erikson (Psychoanalytic) theory
Answer and explanation
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Q76 · Pharmacology · Chemotherapy of Neoplastic Drugs
A drug is prescribed 200 mg dose every 8 hours (q8h).as 2–20 mg/kg/day in ideal dose. A patient weighs 50 Lbs. What is the average dose per administration?
1. A.
  50- 550 mg
2. B.
  40- 460 mg
3. C.
  30- 350 mg
4. D.
  20-200 mg
Answer and explanation
Q77 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Hemorrhage in Early Pregnancy
A woman presents with Molar pregnancy and during antenatal checkup what will be the finding of nurse during vaginal examination?
1. A.
  Bleeding with grapes like vesicles
2. B.
  Decreased β-Hcg
3. C.
  Placenta previa
4. D.
  Abruptio placenta
Answer and explanation
Q78 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Newborn Infants
A newborn with esophageal atresia presents with excessive drooling, choking, and difficulty swallowing. Which of the following nursing interventions is incorrect?
1. A.
  Place the baby in supine position
2. B.
  Perform frequent suctioning of mouth and secretions
3. C.
  Placed in Incubator and radiant warmer
4. D.
  O₂ administration
Answer and explanation
Q79 · Reasoning · Series
Find the next letter in the series: B, E, I, N, ?
1. A.
  U
2. B.
  T
3. C.
  S
4. D.
  K
Answer and explanation
Q80 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Digestive and Gastrointestinal Function
What is the correct method to measure the length for nasogastric (NG) tube insertion?
1. A.
  N-E-X (Nose-Ear-Xiphoid)
2. B.
  N-U-X (Nose-Umbilicus-Xiphoid)
3. C.
  E-N-X (Ear-Nose-Xiphoid)
4. D.
  N-S-X (Nose-Sternum-Xiphoid)
Answer and explanation
Q81 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Metabolic and Endocrine Function
A hospitalized patient with diabetic mellitus 2 is found to have a random blood sugar (RBS) of 48 mg/dL. The patient is conscious, oriented, and able to swallow. What is the first step in management?
1. A.
  Start IV 50% dextrose immediately
2. B.
  Give oral Carbohydrate tablet
3. C.
  Administer insulin
4. D.
  Wait and repeat RBS after 1 hour
Answer and explanation
Q82 · English · Vocabulary
Choose the antonym of the word Amicable
1. A.
  Hostile
2. B.
  Friendly
3. C.
  Enemy
4. D.
  Pleasure
Answer and explanation
Q83 · General Knowledge · Indian geography
Which city is known as the “City of Ocean” in India
1. A.
  Chennai
2. B.
  Visakhapatnam
3. C.
  Kochi
4. D.
  GOA
Answer and explanation
Q84 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Perioperative Concepts and Nursing Management
A patient after spinal anesthesia complains of headache. What should the nurse do?
1. A.
  Keep the patient in flat position with lv fluid
2. B.
  Sit the patient upright
3. C.
  Encourage early ambulation
4. D.
  Diversional therapy and calm environment.
Answer and explanation
Q85 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Abnormalities of the Puerperium
A post-delivery patient has a heart rate of 120/min and systolic blood pressure of 88 mmHg. Calculate the shock index and choose the appropriate management.
1. A.
  Shock index 0.6 – Normal
2. B.
  Shock index 0.8 – Start IV fluids
3. C.
  Shock index 1.2 – Start IV fluids
4. D.
  Shock index 1.36 – Start blood transfusion
Answer and explanation
Q86 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Perioperative Concepts and Nursing Management
A post-surgery patient has abdominal distension and discomfort. During physical assessment (inspection, auscultation, percussion, palpation), which finding is abnormal?
1. A.
  Dullness with changing position
2. B.
  Bowel sounds heard every 10 seconds
3. C.
  Bowel sounds change with position
4. D.
  All are normal findings
Answer and explanation
Q87 · Applied Anatomy · Introduction to Anatomical terms & Organization of Human Body
Maxillary sinuses are palpated at which location?
1. A.
  Eyebrows
2. B.
  Below cheek bone
3. C.
  Nasal bridge
4. D.
  Temporal region
Answer and explanation
Q88 · Mental Health Nursing · Mood disorders
A 28-year-old female presents with low mood, decreased energy, and loss of interest for several weeks. She reports that at times her mood suddenly shifts to periods of increased energy, reduced need for sleep, and elevated mood. What is the most likely diagnosis?
1. A.
  Depression
2. B.
  Bipolar disorder
3. C.
  Generalized anxiety disorder
4. D.
  Borderline personality disorder
Answer and explanation
Q89 · Nursing Foundations · Nursing Theories
Which nursing theory is most commonly used in community health nursing practice?
1. A.
  Health guided theory
2. B.
  Adaptation theroy
3. C.
  Dorothea Orem
4. D.
  Hildegard Peplau
Answer and explanation
Q90 · Pharmacology · Chemotherapy of Neoplastic Drugs
At what level should neoplastic drugs be maintained
1. A.
  Below eye level
2. B.
  Above eye level
3. C.
  At eye level
4. D.
  As safe as possible
Answer and explanation
Q91 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Immunologic Function
A 14-year-old female with known systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) presents. What is the most appropriate nursing advice to prevent exacerbation of the rash?
1. A.
  Use sun screen everyday to prevent rashes
2. B.
  Sunbathing of Tanning look good on you
3. C.
  Don't use anything
4. D.
  Use makeup to cover it up
Answer and explanation
Q92 · Pathology & Genetics · General Pathology
A patient diagnosed with beta-thalassemia major is being evaluated. Which of the following is characteristically associated with this condition?
1. A.
  Iron overload
2. B.
  Leukopoiesis
3. C.
  Ineffective hematopoiesis
4. D.
  Intravascular hemolysis
Answer and explanation
Q93 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Endocrine and Metabolic Disorders
A child with craniopharyngioma is being monitored for complications. What is the most appropriate nursing action?
1. A.
  Measure abdominal girth
2. B.
  Measure head circumference
3. C.
  Monitor blood pressure
4. D.
  Check urine gravity
Answer and explanation
Q94 · Nursing Foundations · Administration of medications
250 mL of 5% dextrose contains 12,500 units of heparin. The infusion is running at 18 mL/hour. How many units of heparin are delivered per hour?
1. A.
  1900 units/hour
2. B.
  900 units/hour
3. C.
  1800 units/hour
4. D.
  300 units/hour
Answer and explanation
Q95 · Nursing Research & Statistics · Research Approaches and Designs
Health data from 15 nations investigates the relationship between per capita tobacco consumption and national COPD prevalence, revealing a strong positive correlation. Which study type best describes this?
1. A.
  Case control study
2. B.
  Cohort study
3. C.
  Cross sectional study
4. D.
  Ecological study
Answer and explanation
Q96 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Perioperative Concepts and Nursing Management
Two days after an appendectomy, a patient complains of abdominal distension and discomfort. On assessment, the abdomen is distended with a hard, board-like rigidity. What is the most appropriate action by the nurse?
1. A.
  Inform the doctor for immediate intervention
2. B.
  Document the findings and continue observation
3. C.
  Administer prescribed pain medication
4. D.
  Encourage oral fluid intake
Answer and explanation
Q97 · English · Grammar
Choose the grammatically correct sentence:
1. A.
  Neither boys have arrives.
2. B.
  Neither boys has arrived.
3. C.
  Neither boy has arrived.
4. D.
  Neither boys have arrived.
Answer and explanation
Q98 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Hypertensive Disorders in Pregnancy
A G1P0 woman at 34 weeks comes for a routine antenatal visit. Which of the following findings is NOT a normal finding (exception) in pregnancy?
1. A.
  Sudden onset of puffy face with inability to remove ring
2. B.
  Ankle edema at the end of the evening
3. C.
  Mild backache
4. D.
  Increased urinary frequency
Answer and explanation
Q99 · Nursing Foundations · Infection control & BMW management
While preparing a sterile surgical trolley, the nurse notices that the sterile drape is hanging over the edge of the trolley. What is the most appropriate action?
1. A.
  Continue working, avoiding contact with the hanging edge
2. B.
  Fold the hanging part back onto the trolley
3. C.
  Discard the setup and prepare a new sterile trolley
4. D.
  Cover the hanging edge with another sterile cloth
Answer and explanation
Q100 · Health Information and Technology (Basic Computer) · Introduction to computer applications
CAPTCHA is used for:
1. A.
  For ensuring human user
2. B.
  To make the browser faster
3. C.
  To clear cache
4. D.
  To improve internet speed
Answer and explanation

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