NORCET-4 question paper

NORCET · 2023 · 199 questions · 180 minutes · 0.33 mark deducted per wrong answer

Medical & Surgical Nursing 66
Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) 34
Pharmacology 17
Mental Health Nursing 15
Obstetrics & Gynaecology 15
Nursing Foundations 13
Applied Microbiology & Infection control 8
Applied Anatomy 5
Community Health Nursing 5
General Knowledge 4
English 4
Applied Physiology 3
Nursing Research & Statistics 3
Reasoning 3
Applied Nutrition & Dietetics 2
Pathology & Genetics 1
Biochemistry & Nutrition 1

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Q1 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Cardiovascular, Circulatory, and Hematologic Function
Which of the following is a first priority assessment in CPR?
1. A.
  Chest compression
2. B.
  Check breathing
3. C.
  Check airway
4. D.
  Check consciousness
Answer and explanation
Q2 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Gas Exchange and Respiratory Function
Identify the following radiological finding which is denoting in image?
1. A.
  COPD
2. B.
  Pleural effusion
3. C.
  Tension Pneumothorax
4. D.
  ARDS
Answer and explanation
Q3 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Cardiovascular, Circulatory, and Hematologic Function
Which statement is true, except?
1. A.
  FFP can be stored -18° C
2. B.
  PRBC infused within 4-5 hours
3. C.
  Platelets can be stored -20°C
4. D.
  PRBC can be stored up to 42 days
Answer and explanation
Q4 · Mental Health Nursing · Schizophrenia
A nurse includes the nursing diagnosis of Disturbed thought processes secondary to paranoia in the care plan for a newly admitted client diagnosed with schizophrenia. Which approach is most appropriate for this client?
1. A.
  Avoid laughing or whispering in front of the client
2. B.
  Begin to identify social supports in the community
3. C.
  Encourage the client to interact with others on the unit
4. D.
  Have the client sign a written release of information form
Answer and explanation
Q5 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Fluid and Electrolyte Disturbances
A 2 years old child brought to an emergency department with complains of frequently episodes of lose stool, lethargy, weakness. The physical assessment findings reveals poor skin turgor, dry and dull mucous membrane and rapid heartbeat. The child is having severe dehydration. Which is the best management of fluid resuscitation for the child?
1. A.
  30 ml/kg/body weight initial 60 minutes then 70 ml/kg/body weight in 5 hr
2. B.
  50 ml/kg/body weight initial 30 minute then 70 ml/kg/body weight in 2.30 hr
3. C.
  30 ml/kg/body weight initial 30 minute then 70 ml/kg/body weight in 2.30 hr
4. D.
  20 ml/kg/body weight bolus and then 70 ml/kg/body weight in 5 hours
Answer and explanation
Q6 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Puberty Normal and Abnormal
Which of the following statement is correct about puberty?
1. A.
  Onset of secondary sexual characteristics before 9 years of age is defined as precocious puberty
2. B.
  Cessation of menstrual cycle is known as menarche
3. C.
  Onset of secondary sexual characteristics before 16 years of age is defined as precocious puberty
4. D.
  Onset of puberty is known as menopause
Answer and explanation
Q7 · Pharmacology · Cardiovascular Drugs
A nurse is caring an older patient with congestive heart failure. The nurse can anticipate which medicine will prescribe by the health care provider?
1. A.
  Amiodarone
2. B.
  Clopidogrel
3. C.
  Aspirin
4. D.
  Digoxin
Answer and explanation
Q8 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Urinary Tract Function
Which of the following is best technique for urine sample collection in a patient who is having indwelling urinary catheter?
1. A.
  First morning specimen
2. B.
  Remove the catheter then collect the urine and re-connect the catheter
3. C.
  Aspirate the urine from catheter
4. D.
  Supra pubic aspiration
Answer and explanation
Q9 · Applied Microbiology & Infection control · General Characteristics of Microbes
Recommended disinfectant used for handling spills is?
1. A.
  10% sodium hypochlorite
2. B.
  1% sodium hypochlorite
3. C.
  5% Bleach solution
4. D.
  2% Bleach solution
Answer and explanation
Q10 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · COMPLICATED LABOR-Malposition, Malpresentation and Cord Prolapse
A 34 weeks woman admitted in labour room with compliant of abdominal pain and fluid is leaking, after assessment reveals that the BP 100/70 mg, PR-86 pbm and membrane has ruptured. What would be the priority nursing action?
1. A.
  Assess FHR
2. B.
  Quality of amniotic fluid
3. C.
  Check colour and odour of amniotic fluid
4. D.
  Begin the labor process immediately
Answer and explanation
Q11 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Cardiovascular, Circulatory, and Hematologic Function
In a patient, left femoral–popliteal bypass grafting surgery has been done. After 6 hours of the procedure, the dorsalis pedis pulse of the left leg is not palpable. Further assessment reveals that the leg feels like ice, cool, and pale. What would be the priority nursing action?
1. A.
  Notify the treating doctor
2. B.
  Reposition and reassess the leg
3. C.
  Start IV fluids
4. D.
  Assess for bleeding
Answer and explanation
Q12 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Newborn Infants
Which of the following finding is suggestive an abnormal reading in a 4 hours old new born?
1. A.
  Platelets count 200,000
2. B.
  WBC count 17000
3. C.
  Haemoglobin 18 g/dl
4. D.
  Blood glucose 30 mg/dl
Answer and explanation
Q13 · Pharmacology · Autacoids & Related Drugs
A patient is developed mild urticaria and breathlessness. Which of the following medicine would not be prescribed for this patient at this time?
1. A.
  Chlorpromazine
2. B.
  Hydrocortisone
3. C.
  Chlorpheniramine
4. D.
  Dexamethasone
Answer and explanation
Q14 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Newborn Infants
Which of the following is an indication of phototherapy in a new born with hyperbilirubinemia?
1. A.
  Bilirubin level 12.5 mg/dl
2. B.
  Bilirubin level 15 mg/dl
3. C.
  Bilirubin level 20 mg/dl
4. D.
  Bilirubin level 22 mg/dl
Answer and explanation
Q15 · Applied Microbiology & Infection control · Disinfection and Sterilization
Which of the following method is used to clean the insertion site of a surgical drain?
1. A.
  Inner to outer following in circular motion
2. B.
  Outer to inner following in circular motion
3. C.
  Central to peripheral
4. D.
  Bottom to top
Answer and explanation
Q16 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Neurologic Function
What GCS score is considered normal?
1. A.
  Return to 10 score considered as good prognosis
2. B.
  Return to 25 score considered as good prognosis
3. C.
  Return to 15 score considered as good prognosis
4. D.
  Return to 05 score considered as good prognosis
Answer and explanation
Q17 · Applied Anatomy · Nervous System
The client has clear drainage from the nose and ears after a head injury. How can the nurse determine if the drainage is CSF?
1. A.
  Test for chlorides
2. B.
  Test for glucose
3. C.
  Measure the specific gravity of the fluid
4. D.
  Measure the pH of the fluid
Answer and explanation
Q18 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Population Dynamics and Control of Conception
Side effect of oral contraceptives are all except:
1. A.
  Increased risk of ovarian cancer
2. B.
  Venous thrombosis
3. C.
  Headache
4. D.
  Irregular bleeding
Answer and explanation
Q19 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Newborn Infants
Which of the following medicine is used for fetal lung maturity?
1. A.
  Betamethasone
2. B.
  Indomethasin
3. C.
  Terbutaline
4. D.
  IFA
Answer and explanation
Q20 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Shock and Multisystem Failure
When evaluating a client with symptoms of shock, it is important for the nurse to differentiate between neurogenic and hypovolemic shock. The symptoms of neurogenic shock differ from hypovolemic shock in that?
1. A.
  In neurogenic shock, the skin is warm and dry
2. B.
  In hypovolemic shock, there is a bradycardia
3. C.
  In hypovolemic shock, capillary refill is less than 2 seconds
4. D.
  In neurogenic shock, there is delayed capillary refill
Answer and explanation
Q21 · Applied Microbiology & Infection control · Immunity
Best diagnostic measure for the enteric fever in second week of onset of the disease?
1. A.
  Urine
2. B.
  Stool
3. C.
  Widal
4. D.
  Blood
Answer and explanation
Q22 · General Knowledge · Art & Culture
Which state hosted Snow Festival (Winter Carnival) in 2023?
1. A.
  Jammu & Kashmir
2. B.
  Ladakh
3. C.
  Himachal Pradesh
4. D.
  Sikkim
Answer and explanation
Q23 · Pharmacology · Autacoids & Related Drugs
An example of a reversible anti-platelet drug?
1. A.
  Streptokinase
2. B.
  Aspirin
3. C.
  Clopidogrel
4. D.
  Ticagrelor
Answer and explanation
Q24 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Perioperative Concepts and Nursing Management
Which of the following needle type used for fix the surgical drain?
1. A.
  Cutting
2. B.
  Reverse cutting
3. C.
  Round body
4. D.
  Taper point
Answer and explanation
Q25 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Perioperative Concepts and Nursing Management
Which of the following step is not included in surgical safety checklist?
1. A.
  Time in
2. B.
  Time out
3. C.
  Sign in
4. D.
  Sign out
Answer and explanation
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Q26 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Development
A child is having difficulties in social interaction and communication, stereotype behaviours, self injuries behavior, with delayed speech. The probable diagnosis is?
1. A.
  Dyslexia
2. B.
  Autism
3. C.
  ADHD
4. D.
  TIC Disorder
Answer and explanation
Q27 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Sensorineural Function
While doing Weber test by tuning fork assessment and checking for vibration sense. Which one of the following frequency tuning fork is commonly used for screening of hearing impairment?
1. A.
  128 Hz
2. B.
  2056 Hz
3. C.
  512 Hz
4. D.
  1028 Hz
Answer and explanation
Q28 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Newborn Infants
Identify the high-risk infant among the following
1. A.
  Infant with APGAR score 8
2. B.
  Infant with birth weight 2 kg
3. C.
  Infant on artificial feeding
4. D.
  Infant with birth weight 2.5 kg
Answer and explanation
Q29 · Applied Anatomy · Nervous System
An adult has just been brought in by ambulance after a motor vehicle accident. When assessing the client, the nurse would expect which of the following manifestation could have resulted from sympathetic nervous system stimulation?
1. A.
  Increased awareness and attention
2. B.
  Rigid posture and altered focus
3. C.
  Decreased physiological functioning
4. D.
  A rapid pulse and increased respiratory rate
Answer and explanation
Q30 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Normal Growth and its Disorders
Up to which age height of the child is measured in lying down posture?
1. A.
  12 months
2. B.
  18 months
3. C.
  24 months
4. D.
  9 months
Answer and explanation
Q31 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Newborn Infants
A nurse is going to drawing capillary blood by heel prick in a new born for blood glucose estimation. The nurse cleans the site with alcohol and then pricks the needle. Which of the following statement is CORRECT?
1. A.
  Cleaning with alcohol is not necessary
2. B.
  Wipe off first drop because alcohol can give false elevated reading
3. C.
  Check blood glucose 2 times
4. D.
  Dry the cleaned area with a wet cotton sponge
Answer and explanation
Q32 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Perioperative Concepts and Nursing Management
TRUE statement about surgical sutures, EXCEPT?
1. A.
  Vicryl is a braided and absorbable suture
2. B.
  Silk is a braided and non absorbable suture
3. C.
  Monocryl is a absorbable suture
4. D.
  Nylon is a polypropylene and absorbable suture
Answer and explanation
Q33 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Newborn Infants
The chest compression and ventilation ratio should maintain in neonatal resuscitation?
1. A.
  3:1 ratio of 90 chest compressions and 30 ventilations every 60 seconds
2. B.
  1:1 ratio of 90 chest compression and ventilation every 90 seconds
3. C.
  3:1 ratio of 60 chest compression and ventilation every 20 seconds
4. D.
  2:1 ratio of 90 chest compression and ventilation every 45 seconds
Answer and explanation
Q34 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Medical and Surgical Illness Complicating Pregnancy
A pregnant woman at 28 weeks of gestation visited antenatal clinic at a primary health centre for the first time. Her hemoglobin level was found to be 9 gm%. The therapeutic management will include?
1. A.
  1 IFA tablet (60 mg elemental iron and 500 mcg folic acid) daily
2. B.
  1 IFA tablet (60 mg elemental iron and 500 mcg folic acid) weekly
3. C.
  2 IFA tablet (60 mg elemental iron and 500 mcg folic acid) daily
4. D.
  Daily blood transfusion
Answer and explanation
Q35 · Mental Health Nursing · Substance Use Disorders
Most common symptoms of alcohol withdrawal?
1. A.
  Tremors
2. B.
  Bodyache
3. C.
  Diarrhoea
4. D.
  Rhinorrhoea
Answer and explanation
Q36 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Perioperative Concepts and Nursing Management
A 38 years old patient has comes in emergency department with ruptured gall bladder, cholecystectomy has done. The patient is discharged with follow up instructions. After 2-3 weeks the patient comes for follow up in surgical OPD with complain of pain abdomen, generalized tenderness in abdomen, fever etc. What would be the possible complication?
1. A.
  Peritonitis
2. B.
  Gastritis
3. C.
  Evisceration
4. D.
  Dehiscence
Answer and explanation
Q37 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Newborn Infants
Recommended dose of adrenaline (epinephrine) during neonatal resuscitation is?
1. A.
  1 mg/kg body weight (1 ml in 1:1,000 dilution)
2. B.
  0.1 mg/kg body weight (0.1 ml in 1:10,000)
3. C.
  0.01 mg/kg body weight (0.1 ml in 1:10,000)
4. D.
  0.5 mg/kg body weight (0.1 ml in 1:1,000)
Answer and explanation
Q38 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Development
Which of the following is a below developmental task in a 3 year old child?
1. A.
  Not use proper spoon
2. B.
  Make square or copy a square
3. C.
  Standing on one foot
4. D.
  Stair up & down
Answer and explanation
Q39 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Perioperative Concepts and Nursing Management
Which of the following number of surgical blade is used for incision and drainage for a wound abscess?
1. A.
  11
2. B.
  15
3. C.
  22
4. D.
  10
Answer and explanation
Q40 · Pharmacology · General Pharmacology
Which of the following medications have robust evidence for having anti-suicidal properties?
1. A.
  Valproate & Lithium
2. B.
  Fluoxetine & Escitalopram
3. C.
  Olanzapine & Fluoxetine
4. D.
  Lithium & Clozapine
Answer and explanation
Q41 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Newborn Infants
A new born with 15.3 mg/dl Bilirubin level is admitted in the nursery (NICU) for the management of hyperbilirubinaemia. The baby need for phototherapy. Which of the following nursing intervention is correct?
1. A.
  Change position every 2 hourly
2. B.
  Check activity every 4 hourly
3. C.
  Remove eye shields twice in a day
4. D.
  Provide breast feeding every 4 hourly
Answer and explanation
Q42 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Integumentary Function
In the following image, identify the clinical condition?
1. A.
  Tinea pedis
2. B.
  Tinea corporis
3. C.
  Tinea capitis
4. D.
  Tinea unguium
Answer and explanation
Q43 · Applied Physiology · Endocrine system
Which of the following neurotransmitters is correctly matched with its synthesis site?
1. A.
  Acetylcholine- substantia nigra
2. B.
  Serotonin-Raphe nucleus
3. C.
  Norepinephrine- Nucleus basalis of meynert
4. D.
  Dopamine – Locus ceruleus
Answer and explanation
Q44 · Nursing Foundations · Administration of medications
What precaution should be kept in mind while administering phenytoin?
1. A.
  IV administration should not exceed a rate of 25 mcg per minute
2. B.
  IV administration should not exceed a rate of 25 mg per minute
3. C.
  IV administration should not exceed a rate of 50 mcg per minute
4. D.
  IV administration should not exceed a rate of 50 mg per minute
Answer and explanation
Q45 · Mental Health Nursing · Nursing process in Psychiatry
Which is a 30-point questionnaire scale that is used extensively in clinical and research settings to measure cognitive impairment at bed side in psychiatry?
1. A.
  ASRS
2. B.
  MMSE
3. C.
  BPRS
4. D.
  FAST
Answer and explanation
Q46 · General Knowledge · International Current Affairs
Which of the following country is not included in G-20?
1. A.
  Brazil
2. B.
  Canada
3. C.
  Pakistan
4. D.
  China
Answer and explanation
Q47 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Modern concepts of child- care
In Under Five Clinic program monitors children up to age of?
1. A.
  1-5 year
2. B.
  0-5 year
3. C.
  3-5year
4. D.
  None of the above
Answer and explanation
Q48 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Fluid and Electrolytes: Balance and Distribution
An ABG analysis report shows: pH - 7.20; PCO2 - 35 mm Hg; HCO3 - 20 mEq/L. These findings are suggestive of?
1. A.
  Respiratory acidosis
2. B.
  Respiratory alkalosis
3. C.
  Metabolic alkalosis
4. D.
  Metabolic acidosis
Answer and explanation
Q49 · Applied Nutrition & Dietetics · Introduction to Nutrition
According to World health organization, severe stunning for low height for age is best described in standard deviation is?
1. A.
  Two standard deviation stunted height for age
2. B.
  Three standard deviation stunted height for age
3. C.
  Four standard deviation stunted height for age
4. D.
  One standard deviation stunted height for age
Answer and explanation
Q50 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Newborn Infants
A new born baby had delivered with lumbo-sacral meningocoele. Till the period of surgery, the sac should be well protected by covering it with a sterile gauze piece soaked in?
1. A.
  Spirit
2. B.
  Normal saline
3. C.
  Methylene blue
4. D.
  Betadine
Answer and explanation
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Q51 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Miscellaneous
A client with a cervical spine fracture at C, level has just arrived in the emergency room. The primary nursing intervention would be?
1. A.
  Stabilization of the cervical spine
2. B.
  Airway assessment and stabilization
3. C.
  Confirmation of spinal cord injury
4. D.
  Normalization of intravascular volume
Answer and explanation
Q52 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Gas Exchange and Respiratory Function
A 43 years old male patient, who has severe dyspnoea, comes into the OPD and stating I stop for breath after waking about 100 meters or after a few minutes on lever ground. Based on patient's information, identify the grade of dyspnoea on mMRC scale?
1. A.
  Grade-01
2. B.
  Grade-02
3. C.
  Grade-03
4. D.
  Grade-04
Answer and explanation
Q53 · Pharmacology · Cardiovascular Drugs
Which of the following electrolytes should monitor in a patient with congestive heart failure receiving digoxin and furosemide?
1. A.
  Sodium
2. B.
  Calcium
3. C.
  Potassium
4. D.
  Zinc
Answer and explanation
Q54 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Musculoskeletal Function
“A patient has a fractured neck of femur. To prevent further displacement, the nurse should position the leg to avoid which movement?”
1. A.
  External rotation less than 45 degree
2. B.
  External rotation more than 45 degree
3. C.
  Internal rotation less than 45 degree
4. D.
  Internal rotation more than 45 degree
Answer and explanation
Q55 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Neurologic Function
A diagnosis of meningitis is made through the analysis of CSF. Which of the following results would be expected with a diagnosis of bacterial meningitis?
1. A.
  Cloudy CSF, elevated WBC, elevated protein and decreased glucose
2. B.
  Clear CSF, decreased WBC, elevated protein and elevated glucose
3. C.
  Cloudy CSF, decreased WBC, decreased protein and elevated glucose
4. D.
  Clear CSF, elevated WBC, decreased protein and decreased glucose
Answer and explanation
Q56 · Pharmacology · Gastrointestinal Drugs
Which statement is suitable for ranitidine (rantac), EXCEPT?
1. A.
  Side effect of rantac is diarrhea
2. B.
  Confusion develop with rantac
3. C.
  Taken with antacid
4. D.
  Smoking affect the action of rantac
Answer and explanation
Q57 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Cardiovascular, Circulatory, and Hematologic Function
When inspecting a cardiovascular client, the nurse notes that he needs to sit upright to breathe. This behaviour is most indicative for?
1. A.
  Pericarditis
2. B.
  Anxiety
3. C.
  Congestive heart failure
4. D.
  Angina
Answer and explanation
Q58 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Newborn Infants
Which of the following is an early symptom of meningitis seen in neonates?
1. A.
  Poor feeding
2. B.
  Bulging fontanel
3. C.
  Headache
4. D.
  High pitch cry
Answer and explanation
Q59 · Nursing Foundations · Administration of medications
In a 28 year old patient Adrenaline to be infused at the rate of 0.2 mcg/kg/minutes. The weight of the patient is 40 kg. The medicine available in ampoule is 4 mg (2 mg/ml) and 2 ampoules to be added in 46 ml Normal saline. How many ml per minute dose would be administered?
1. A.
  1 ml
2. B.
  2 ml
3. C.
  3 ml
4. D.
  None of the above
Answer and explanation
Q60 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Gas Exchange and Respiratory Function
The nurse must know that the most accurate oxygen delivery system available is?
1. A.
  Simple face mask
2. B.
  Partial non-rebreather mask
3. C.
  Nasal cannula
4. D.
  The venturi mask
Answer and explanation
Q61 · Mental Health Nursing · Schizophrenia
A client suffering from paranoid and auditory hallucination and nurse check the last 14 days history and found that patient not wear cloth and not have sufficient food. It would be diagnosed as?
1. A.
  Schizophrenia
2. B.
  Schizo affective disorder
3. C.
  Schizotypal disorder
4. D.
  Psycho affective disorder
Answer and explanation
Q62 · Mental Health Nursing · Nursing process in Psychiatry
As per the gazetted guidelines for assessment of persons with disability, which tool is used to assess mentaldisability for purpose of certification?
1. A.
  Indian Schedule for Disability Assessment
2. B.
  Indian Disability and Emotional Assessment Schedule
3. C.
  Indian Disability Evaluation and Assessment Scale
4. D.
  Indian Scale for Assessment of Mental Illness & Disability
Answer and explanation
Q63 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Gas Exchange and Respiratory Function
The nurse provides care for a patient with an endotracheal tube and positive pressure mechanical ventilation. Which of the following observation acquires intervention by the nurse?
1. A.
  The intern nurse drains ventilator tubing condensation towards the endotracheal tube connection
2. B.
  The patient gags and bites the endotracheal tube
3. C.
  The intern nurse reports that the patient's weight has increased 1.36 kg over past 72 hours
4. D.
  The endotracheal tube cuff pressure is 22 cm H2O
Answer and explanation
Q64 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Digestive and Gastrointestinal Function
A 30 years old male patient comes in the surgical OPD with pain, discomfort and swelling around the anus and bleeding per rectum. History is suggestive haemorrhoids. What will be the confirmatory test in OPD?
1. A.
  USG whole abdomen
2. B.
  Sigmoidoscopy
3. C.
  Proctoscopy
4. D.
  Digital rectal examination
Answer and explanation
Q65 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Integumentary Function
Split thickness grafting is?
1. A.
  Epidermis and part of dermis
2. B.
  Epidermis and whole of dermis
3. C.
  Epidermis and part of dermis underlying structure
4. D.
  Epidermis
Answer and explanation
Q66 · Pharmacology · Drugs acting on Autonomic Nervoys system
Topical medicine atropine sulphate is used in all of the following conditions, EXCEPT?
1. A.
  Corneal ulcer
2. B.
  Closed Angle Glaucoma
3. C.
  Uveitis
4. D.
  Cataract
Answer and explanation
Q67 · English · Vocabulary
Find out that word where the spelling is correct?
1. A.
  Puncture
2. B.
  Punchure
3. C.
  Punture
4. D.
  Punctur
Answer and explanation
Q68 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Normal Growth and its Disorders
Which of the following is the correct height velocity in children aged 2-10 years?
1. A.
  8-18 cm/year
2. B.
  4-6 cm/year
3. C.
  2-4 cm/year
4. D.
  6-8 cm/year
Answer and explanation
Q69 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Cardiovascular, Circulatory, and Hematologic Function
A patient has sudden cardiac arrest. What would be the first line management of the patient?
1. A.
  Check consciousness
2. B.
  Check breathing
3. C.
  Check pulse
4. D.
  Chest compression
Answer and explanation
Q70 · Applied Microbiology & Infection control · Pathogenic Organisms
Which of the following is a most common cause of pyogenic meningitis in older adults?
1. A.
  Neisseria meningitis
2. B.
  Streptococcus pneumoniae
3. C.
  Beta haemolytic streptococcus
4. D.
  Hemophilus influenza type B
Answer and explanation
Q71 · Mental Health Nursing · Legal Issues in Mental Health Nursing
Which of the following are features of mental health care act 2017, except?
1. A.
  Provision of Advance directive
2. B.
  ECT is not recommended for older adults
3. C.
  Attempt to commit suicide not an offence
4. D.
  Establishment of central mental health authority
Answer and explanation
Q72 · Applied Anatomy · Circulatory & Lymphatic System
The inferior epigastric artery is the branch of?
1. A.
  External iliac artery
2. B.
  Internal iliac artery
3. C.
  Obturator artery
4. D.
  Celiac trunk
Answer and explanation
Q73 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Fluid and Electrolytes: Balance and Distribution
All of the following given in a patient with potassium toxicity, EXCEPT?
1. A.
  Calcium gluconate
2. B.
  Ipratropium nebulization
3. C.
  Insulin dextrose
4. D.
  Soda bicarbonate
Answer and explanation
Q74 · Pharmacology · Hormones & Related Drugs
Which of the following is an example of basal insulin?
1. A.
  Regular insulin
2. B.
  NPH insulin
3. C.
  Glulisine insulin
4. D.
  Degludec insulin
Answer and explanation
Q75 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Shock and Multisystem Failure
A patient brought into the emergency department with chest injury. After assessment finding reveals that ribs are fractured, active bleeding, SpO2 98%, BP 120/77 mm hg. What would be the priority action?
1. A.
  Control of bleeding
2. B.
  Treat rib fracture
3. C.
  Administer O2
4. D.
  Stabilization of the spine
Answer and explanation
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Q76 · Nursing Foundations · Vital Signs
Which is the best location of apical pulse assessment in an adult patient?
1. A.
  Fourth intercostals space at the right mid axillary line
2. B.
  Fourth and Fifth intercostals space at the left mid-clavicular line
3. C.
  Fourth intercostals space at the right mid axillary line
4. D.
  Fifth intercostals space at the left mid-clavicular line
Answer and explanation
Q77 · Pharmacology · Autacoids & Related Drugs
Aspirin is used in all of the following conditions, EXCEPT?
1. A.
  MI
2. B.
  Colorectal cancer
3. C.
  Liver cancer
4. D.
  Stroke
Answer and explanation
Q78 · Applied Microbiology & Infection control · Hand Hygiene
All of the following are correct about WHO 5 hand hygiene movement, EXCEPT?
1. A.
  After touching the patient
2. B.
  Before touching the patient
3. C.
  Before touching patient surrounding
4. D.
  Before do any procedure
Answer and explanation
Q79 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Perioperative Concepts and Nursing Management
following denote instrument is used in which of the procedure?
1. A.
  Thyroidectomy
2. B.
  Mastoidectomy
3. C.
  Mastectomy
4. D.
  Craniotomy
Answer and explanation
Q80 · Nursing Foundations · Nursing Care & Specific Procedures
Identify the correct cleaning process of urethral meatus for female catheterization
1. A.
  Labia minora front to back
2. B.
  Labia majora back to front
3. C.
  Whole perineum
4. D.
  In circular motion
Answer and explanation
Q81 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Fluid and Electrolyte Disturbances
A 6 year old baby is kept 4 hours NPO before endoscopy procedure. Which of the following fluid would be prescribed for the baby?
1. A.
  Isolyte-P
2. B.
  10% Dextrose
3. C.
  0.9% NS with 10% Dextrose
4. D.
  Ringer lactate
Answer and explanation
Q82 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Musculoskeletal Function
A nurse observes that the fingers of the casted forearm of a patient with fracture ulna are pale, cool and capillary refill is delayed. She has to interpret it as:
1. A.
  Venous stasis occurring in the fingers
2. B.
  A normal finding
3. C.
  Arterial blood supply to the fingers is reduced
4. D.
  Nerve impairment is developing in the fingers
Answer and explanation
Q83 · Pharmacology · Drugs acting on Autonomic Nervoys system
The drug that increases both systolic and diastolic blood pressure for prolonged period is
1. A.
  Dobutamine
2. B.
  Epinephrine
3. C.
  Ephedrine
4. D.
  Dopamine
Answer and explanation
Q84 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Gas Exchange and Respiratory Function
A nurse taking care of a patient's with chest tube drainage suddenly notices that there is no fluctuation in the water seal tube. Which of the following action should the nurse take first?
1. A.
  Turn the patient to the unaffected side
2. B.
  Inform the physician
3. C.
  Check the tubing to ensure there is no kinking
4. D.
  Start milking the chest tube
Answer and explanation
Q85 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Newborn Infants
A nurse is preparing a newborn with a myelomeningocele sac for surgery. The most appropriate intervention to keep the site sterile and protected is to?
1. A.
  Leave the sac as it is, exposing it to air
2. B.
  Apply petroleum as a protective covering for the sac
3. C.
  Cover the sac with moist, saline dressings
4. D.
  Apply dry dressing over the sac
Answer and explanation
Q86 · Mental Health Nursing · Substance Use Disorders
The drug which is used to create aversion in alcohol dependence:
1. A.
  Disulfiram
2. B.
  Diazepam
3. C.
  Propanolol
4. D.
  Apomorphine
Answer and explanation
Q87 · Nursing Foundations · Administration of medications
All of the following nursing interventions are correct when using the Z-track method of drug injection except:
1. A.
  Rub the site vigorously after the injection to promote absorption
2. B.
  Aspirate for blood before injection
3. C.
  Use a needle that's at least 1 inch long
4. D.
  Prepare the injection site with alcohol
Answer and explanation
Q88 · General Knowledge · Indian geography
India has how many states and union territory?
1. A.
  29 states and 8 Union Territories
2. B.
  28 states and 7 Union Territories
3. C.
  27 states and 8 Union Territories
4. D.
  28 states and 8 Union Territories
Answer and explanation
Q89 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Cardiovascular, Circulatory, and Hematologic Function
A client is brought to the emergency department reporting chest pain. Assessment shows vital signs that include a blood pressure (BP) of 155/88 mm Hg, pulse 88 beats per minute (BPM), and respirations 20 breaths per minute. The nurse administers nitroglycerin 0.4 mg sublingually. The treatment is found to be effective when the reassessment of vital signs shows which data?
1. A.
  BP 160/70 mm Hg, Pulse-98 BPM, RR-20 breaths per minute
2. B.
  BP 90/60 mm Hg, Pulse-48 BPM, RR-24 breaths per minute
3. C.
  BP 170/82 mm Hg, Pulse-60 BPM, RR-24 breaths per minute
4. D.
  BP 88/56 mm Hg, Pulse-92 BPM, RR-20 breaths per minute
Answer and explanation
Q90 · Applied Anatomy · Circulatory & Lymphatic System
In a patient an IV cannula is inserted in external jugular vein (EJV) and administered a drug. Which is a correct pathway of the drug to reach up to the heart?
1. A.
  EJV - Subclavian vein - Brachiocephalic vein - Heart
2. B.
  EJV - IJV - Brachiocephalic vein - Heart
3. C.
  EJV - Brachiocephalic vein - Heart
4. D.
  EJV - IJV - Subclavian vein - Brachiocephalic vein - Heart
Answer and explanation
Q91 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Fluid and Electrolytes: Balance and Distribution
Which of the following ECG finding would be seen in a patient with kidney failure with potassium level 6.3 mg/dl?
1. A.
  Flattened T wave
2. B.
  Peaked T wave
3. C.
  ST segment elevation
4. D.
  ST segment depression
Answer and explanation
Q92 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Miscellaneous
Which of the following child has low risk for Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)?
1. A.
  Child lying on back
2. B.
  Has history of previous child has sudden infant death syndrome
3. C.
  Child lying on abdomen
4. D.
  Child sleeping in side lying
Answer and explanation
Q93 · Pharmacology · Antimicrobial Drugs
Prior to administration of antibiotics there is need to sensitivity test. Which of the following antibiotic is not required sensitivity test?
1. A.
  Metronidazole
2. B.
  Meropenem
3. C.
  Cefoperazone
4. D.
  Amoxicillin
Answer and explanation
Q94 · Community Health Nursing · Demography, Surveillance and Interpretation of Data
Under five mortality rate is calculated based on?
1. A.
  The number of deaths of children under 5 years per 1,000 live births
2. B.
  The number of births of children under 5 years per 1,000 live births
3. C.
  The number of deaths of children under 1 years per 1,000 live births
4. D.
  The number of births of children under 5 years per 1,0000 live births
Answer and explanation
Q95 · Mental Health Nursing · Psychiatric Emergencies
A client with chronic undifferentiated schizophrenia is receiving an antipsychotic medication haloperidol. The client is not sitting still and moving inside and outside the ward. For which potentially extra-pyramidal side effect should a nurse monitor the client?
1. A.
  Akathisia
2. B.
  Oculogyric crisis
3. C.
  Tardive dyskinesia
4. D.
  Pseudo parkinsonism
Answer and explanation
Q96 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Perioperative Concepts and Nursing Management
Geeta returns from the Post-anesthesia Care Unit (Recovery Room) with a nasogastric tube in place following a gallbladder surgery. She continues to complain of nausea. Which action would the nurse take?
1. A.
  Change the patient's position
2. B.
  Check the patency of the nasogastric tube for any obstruction
3. C.
  Administer the prescribed antiemetic
4. D.
  Call the physician immediately
Answer and explanation
Q97 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Gas Exchange and Respiratory Function
Identify the following method of oxygenation which is denoting in image?
1. A.
  Partial re-breather mask
2. B.
  Simple oxygen mask
3. C.
  Non re-breather mask (NRBM)
4. D.
  Venturi mask
Answer and explanation
Q98 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Cardiovascular, Circulatory, and Hematologic Function
During CPR, the rescuers should change their position?
1. A.
  Every three minutes or after two cycles of CPR
2. B.
  Every two minutes or five cycles of CPR
3. C.
  Every five minutes or two cycles of CPR
4. D.
  Every one minute or two cycles of CPR
Answer and explanation
Q99 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Skin Disorders
In the following clinical condition "honey like crusts are seen around the mouth in a baby. Identify the following skin disease?
1. A.
  Scabies
2. B.
  Impetigo
3. C.
  Atopic dermatitis
4. D.
  Rashes
Answer and explanation
Q100 · English · Vocabulary
Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word-PRECISE
1. A.
  Actual
2. B.
  Correct
3. C.
  Definite
4. D.
  Vague
Answer and explanation
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Q101 · English · Grammar
Fill in the blank with the relevant preposition-

The cake was cut ____a knife.
1. A.
  By
2. B.
  Upon
3. C.
  With
4. D.
  At
Answer and explanation
Q102 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Cardiovascular, Circulatory, and Hematologic Function
In a patient left femoral popliteal bypass grafting surgery has been done. After 6 hours of the procedure, the dorsal pedis pulse of the left leg is not palpable. After further assessment reveals that the leg is feel like cool and pale. What would be the priority nursing action?
1. A.
  Notify to the treating doctor
2. B.
  Reposition and reassess the leg
3. C.
  Start IV fluid
4. D.
  Assess for bleeding
Answer and explanation
Q103 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Hematological Disorders
The nurse is caring for a child with sickle cell anemia. To prevent thrombus formation in capillaries, as well as other problems from stasis and clotting of blood in the sickling process. The nurse should take which action on priority?
1. A.
  Administer oxygen
2. B.
  Increase fluids and hydration level
3. C.
  Encourage the child to maintain bed rest
4. D.
  Administer prescribed anticoagulants
Answer and explanation
Q104 · Applied Microbiology & Infection control · Pathogenic Organisms
A child is admitted to the hospital with a suspected diagnosis of infective endocarditis. The child has been experiencing fever, malaise, anorexia, and a headache. The nurse knows that most common causative organism of infective endocarditis is?
1. A.
  Streptococcus viridans
2. B.
  Staphylococcus aureus
3. C.
  Clostridium perfringens
4. D.
  Group b haemophilus influenza
Answer and explanation
Q105 · Mental Health Nursing · Principles and Concepts of Mental Health Nursing
Kalloo, a 24-year-old occasional alcoholic shows a change in behaviours. He suspects that people are con-spiring in behaviors; he suspects that people are aspir-ing against him though his father states that there is no reason for his fears. He also gets hallucinations of voice commenting on his actions. What is the most probable diagnosis as per ICD-10?
1. A.
  F20-F29
2. B.
  F30-F39
3. C.
  F40-F49
4. D.
  F50-F59
Answer and explanation
Q106 · Pharmacology · Drugs Acting on Kidney
Which of the following drug should not be used in a patient with renal failure?
1. A.
  Spironolactone
2. B.
  Furosemide
3. C.
  Sodium Bicarbonate
4. D.
  Chlorthiazide
Answer and explanation
Q107 · Pathology & Genetics · Genetics
In the below depicted pedigree of genetic disorders, Identify the disorder?
1. A.
  Autosomal dominant
2. B.
  Autosomal recessive
3. C.
  X-Linked disorder
4. D.
  X-Linked dominant
Answer and explanation
Q108 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Metabolic and Endocrine Function
While preparing the medicine, a nurse by mistakenly had needle stick injury. For which disease post exposure prophylaxis measure is not required?
1. A.
  Hepatitis B
2. B.
  Hepatitis C
3. C.
  Tetanus
4. D.
  HIV
Answer and explanation
Q109 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Perioperative Concepts and Nursing Management
Ramesh is scheduled for a bronchoscopy. When teaching the client what to expect afterward, the highest priority of information would be
1. A.
  Only ice chips and cold liquids will be allowed initially
2. B.
  Coughing and deep-breathing exercises will be done q2h
3. C.
  Warm saline gargles will be done q2h
4. D.
  Food and fluids will be withheld for at least 2 hours
Answer and explanation
Q110 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Cardiovascular, Circulatory, and Hematologic Function
Which of the following clinical features would be seen in a client with dengue haemorrhagic fever, EXCEPT?
1. A.
  Thrombocytopenia
2. B.
  Leucocytosis
3. C.
  Lymphadenopathy
4. D.
  Fever
Answer and explanation
Q111 · Applied Anatomy · Nervous System
In which nerve compression causes Saturday night palsy?
1. A.
  Median nerve compression
2. B.
  Axillary nerve compression
3. C.
  Ulnar nerve compression
4. D.
  Radial nerve compression
Answer and explanation
Q112 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Benign Lesions of the Ovary
The most common type of ovarian cancer is
1. A.
  Mucinous adenocarcinomas
2. B.
  Epithelial ovarian cancer
3. C.
  Endometrial tumors
4. D.
  Adenocarcinomas
Answer and explanation
Q113 · Community Health Nursing · Concepts of Community Health and Community Health Nursing
Human development index components include?
1. A.
  Life expectancy at birth, schooling and good standard of living
2. B.
  Life expectancy at 1 year, schooling and income
3. C.
  Life expectancy at 1 year, infant mortality rate and income
4. D.
  Life expectancy at 5 year, infant mortality rate and income
Answer and explanation
Q114 · Nursing Foundations · Vital Signs
In an adult, the normal blood pressure ranges is?
1. A.
  130/90 mm hg
2. B.
  110/65 mm hg
3. C.
  120/80 mm hg
4. D.
  140/90 mm hg
Answer and explanation
Q115 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Cardiovascular, Circulatory, and Hematologic Function
Which of the following components is NOT included in metrics of high quality CPR?
1. A.
  Chest compression fraction >80%
2. B.
  Compression rate of 100-120/min
3. C.
  No excessive ventilation
4. D.
  Rescuer should change position every 5 minutes
Answer and explanation
Q116 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Immunization and Immunodeficiency
A 1 year old toddler develops symptoms like mild tenderness at injection site, malaise, mild fever and discomfort following DPT immunization. What would be the teaching plan for his parents?
1. A.
  This is appropriate reaction
2. B.
  Delayed for Next Immunizations process
3. C.
  All the features are enough to take the baby in emergency department
4. D.
  Mild reaction and can manage at home
Answer and explanation
Q117 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Central Nervous System
Which of the following is a most clinical manifestation of VP shunt failure in an infant?
1. A.
  Poor feeding
2. B.
  Headache
3. C.
  Alteration in LOC
4. D.
  Lack of appetite
Answer and explanation
Q118 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Urinary Tract Function
The clinical finding polyuria would not be seen in?
1. A.
  Diabetes insipidus
2. B.
  Diabetes mellitus
3. C.
  Glomerulonephritis
4. D.
  Pyelonephritis
Answer and explanation
Q119 · Mental Health Nursing · Principles and Concepts of Mental Health Nursing
According to Elisabeth Kübler-Ross model for grief, a patient experience with unsurprising symptoms such as sadness and loss of something which is commonly seen during which stage of kubber model?
1. A.
  Denial
2. B.
  Depression
3. C.
  Anger
4. D.
  Acceptance
Answer and explanation
Q120 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Perioperative Concepts and Nursing Management
After liver biopsy, the patient should be placed in?
1. A.
  Supine position
2. B.
  Prone position
3. C.
  Right lateral position
4. D.
  High fowler position
Answer and explanation
Q121 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Cardiovascular, Circulatory, and Hematologic Function
In a patient with chest pain which is suggestive of myocardial infarction?
1. A.
  Severe pain
2. B.
  Vomiting and sweating
3. C.
  Pain persist for 1 week
4. D.
  Sharp pain like knife which can radiate to jaw and shoulder
Answer and explanation
Q122 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Central Nervous System
You witness a 5 years old child who is admitted with you having a seizure. Which is an immediate nursing care with most appropriate?
1. A.
  Maintain in lying position, flat surface; turn head to side during seizure activity, give IV midazolam in appropriate dose and begin infusion of IV anticonvulsant
2. B.
  Maintain in supine position, give supplemental oxygen, and start IV midazolam in an appropriate dose
3. C.
  Maintain in lying position, flat surface; turn head to side during seizure activity: loosen clothing from neck or chest and abdominal areas; suction as needed; supervise supplemental oxygen or bag ventilation
4. D.
  Maintain in supine position, flat surface; turn head to side during seizure activity, provide supplemental oxygen and inform the doctor on duty
Answer and explanation
Q123 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Induction of Labor
A client is admitted to the hospital for an induction of labor owing to a gestation of 42 weeks confirmed by dates and ultrasound. When she is dilated 3 cm, she has a contraction of 70 seconds. She is receiving oxytocin. The nurse's first intervention should be to?
1. A.
  Check FHR
2. B.
  Notify the attending physician
3. C.
  Turn off the IV Oxytocin
4. D.
  Prepare for the delivery because the client is probably in transition phase
Answer and explanation
Q124 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Complications of the Third Stage of Labor
A client is bleeding excessively after the birth of a neonate. The health care provider orders fundal massage and prescribes an IV infusion containing 10 units of oxytocin (Pitocin) at 100 ml/hr. A nurse's evaluation of the client's responses to these interventions is BP: 135/90 mm Hg; uterus: boggy at 3 cm above the umbilicus and displaced to the right, perineal pad: saturated with bright red lochia. What is the nurse's next action?
1. A.
  Increase the infusion rate
2. B.
  Assess for a distended bladder
3. C.
  Continue to perform fundal massage
4. D.
  Continue to assess the blood pressure
Answer and explanation
Q125 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Newborn Infants
Location for chest compression during neonatal resuscitation is?
1. A.
  Lower one-third of the sternum
2. B.
  Lower half of the sternum
3. C.
  Just below the nipple line
4. D.
  Over the xiphoid process
Answer and explanation
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Q126 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Miscellaneous
A patient presented with swelling in front of neck in midline which moves on deglutition. Which among the following will be the MOST likely diagnosis?
1. A.
  Thyroglossal Cyst
2. B.
  Solitary thyroid nodule in isthmus
3. C.
  Subhyoid bursitis
4. D.
  Lipoma
Answer and explanation
Q127 · Mental Health Nursing · Legal Issues in Mental Health Nursing
The nurse reports legally sexual abuse child against?
1. A.
  PWDVA Act
2. B.
  POCSO Act
3. C.
  MTP Act
4. D.
  PCPNDT Act
Answer and explanation
Q128 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Cardiovascular, Circulatory, and Hematologic Function
A nurse giving dietary instructions to a patient who is at risk of coronary artery disease. Which oil should avoid?
1. A.
  Coconut oil
2. B.
  Sunflower oil
3. C.
  Olive oil
4. D.
  All of the above
Answer and explanation
Q129 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Newborn Infants
In infant/newborn baby, standardised oxygen saturation target range of?
1. A.
  91-95%
2. B.
  95-97%
3. C.
  97-99%
4. D.
  87-90%
Answer and explanation
Q130 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Shock and Multisystem Failure
A patient comes into the emergency department with trauma of chest and ribs and upper limb fracture. There is active bleeding from the trauma site. What would be the priority nursing action?
1. A.
  Control the bleeding
2. B.
  Treat rib fracture
3. C.
  Place the arm in proper position
4. D.
  Realign the fracture
Answer and explanation
Q131 · Nursing Research & Statistics · Normal Distribution and Measures of Relationship
IQ level 110, approximately 95% distribution is?
1. A.
  80-130
2. B.
  100-120
3. C.
  100-220
4. D.
  90-110
Answer and explanation
Q132 · Applied Physiology · Renal system
Which of the following best reflects the most stable and long-term homeostatic regulation in humans?
1. A.
  Urine output
2. B.
  Respiratory rate (RR)
3. C.
  Oxygen saturation (SpO2)
4. D.
  Heart rate
Answer and explanation
Q133 · Applied Nutrition & Dietetics · Vitamins
Which of the following manifestation commonly seen in a patient with thiamine deficiency?
1. A.
  Memory loss
2. B.
  Gums bleeding
3. C.
  Emotion changes
4. D.
  Heart
Answer and explanation
Q134 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Population Dynamics and Control of Conception
All of the following are true about ANTRA contraceptive, except?
1. A.
  It is injectable contraceptive
2. B.
  It is irreversible
3. C.
  Can be used in 15 to 45 years of age group
4. D.
  It is available all govt hospital with free of cost
Answer and explanation
Q135 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Newborn Infants
Identify the level of jaundice that correlates with the TSB level in the photograph below at the 3-point (as per Kramer's zones)?
1. A.
  4-8 mg/dl
2. B.
  8-16 mg/dl
3. C.
  5-12 mg/dl
4. D.
  11-20 mg/dl
Answer and explanation
Q136 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Cardiovascular, Circulatory, and Hematologic Function
Prolonged bed rest in an elderly man increases the risk for?
1. A.
  Pneumonia
2. B.
  Pulmonary Embolism
3. C.
  DVT
4. D.
  Varicose vein
Answer and explanation
Q137 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Special Topics in Obstetrics
A 35-weeks-pregnant client is undergoing a non-stress test (NST). During the 20-minute examination, the nurse notes three foetal movements accompanied by accelerations of the foetal heart rate, each 15 bpm, and lasting for 15 seconds. The nurse interprets this test to be?
1. A.
  Nonreactive
2. B.
  Reactive
3. C.
  Positive
4. D.
  Negative
Answer and explanation
Q138 · Biochemistry & Nutrition · Proteins
Phenylketonuria is detected by which urine test
1. A.
  Ferric chloride test
2. B.
  Blot test
3. C.
  Sodium nitroprusside test
4. D.
  Guthrie test
Answer and explanation
Q139 · General Knowledge · Everyday science
Which of the following planet is known as "blue planet"?
1. A.
  Saturn
2. B.
  Earth
3. C.
  Mars
4. D.
  Jupiter
Answer and explanation
Q140 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Perioperative Concepts and Nursing Management
Following denote instrument is used in which of the procedure?
1. A.
  Thyroidectomy
2. B.
  Mastoidectomy
3. C.
  Mastectomy
4. D.
  Craniotomy
Answer and explanation
Q141 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Newborn Infants
Which of the following statement is TRUE about Kangaroo Mother Care (KMC)?
1. A.
  Exclusive breastfeeding, early discharge, prevention of hypothermia
2. B.
  Early initiation of breastfeeding, early discharge, prevention of hypothermia
3. C.
  Exclusive breastfeeding, late discharge, prevention of hypothermia
4. D.
  Exclusive breastfeeding, early discharge, prevention of hypoglycaemia
Answer and explanation
Q142 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Digestive and Gastrointestinal Function
The nurse is inserting nasogastric tube to a client, tube is inserting gently downwards and it reached nasopharynx and there is slightly resistance occurs. What would be the nurse's next action?
1. A.
  Withdraw the tube
2. B.
  Wait for 5 minutes and further insert the tube
3. C.
  Instruct the patient to swallow or engulf
4. D.
  Notify the physician
Answer and explanation
Q143 · Nursing Research & Statistics · Inferential Statistics
In a randomized trial comparing the efficacy of two antidiabetic drugs, no significant difference was found between the two drugs. However, in reality, there was a significant difference in the two drugs. This is an example of?
1. A.
  Beta error
2. B.
  Alpha error
3. C.
  1-Alpha error
4. D.
  1-Beta error
Answer and explanation
Q144 · Mental Health Nursing · Schizophrenia
A patient may report hearing voice criticizing him every time, he hears the sound of a rotating fan and which stop when the fan is not running. There is which types of hallucination occur?
1. A.
  Functional hallucination
2. B.
  Pseudo hallucination
3. C.
  Visual hallucination
4. D.
  Olfactory hallucination
Answer and explanation
Q145 · Nursing Foundations · Fluid, electrolytes & Acid-base balances
A nurse is caring for a client who is diagnosed with severe diarrhoea with dehydration and is receiving 500 ml dextrose 10% intravenously (IV). How much calorie will get the patient from 500 ml dextrose 10% IV fluid?
1. A.
  200
2. B.
  100
3. C.
  300
4. D.
  400
Answer and explanation
Q146 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Otolaryngology
Which of the following is not a sign of dehydration in an infant?
1. A.
  Perineal excoriation
2. B.
  Delayed skin pinch
3. C.
  Dry mouth
4. D.
  Drying of tears
Answer and explanation
Q147 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Digestive and Gastrointestinal Function
Which of the following test used to differentiate inguinal hernia and Hydrocele?
1. A.
  Three finger test
2. B.
  Ring test
3. C.
  Deep ring occlusion test
4. D.
  Transillumination test
Answer and explanation
Q148 · Applied Physiology · General Physiology
Which solution causes the shifting of fluid from the cell to intravascular compartment?
1. A.
  Isotonic
2. B.
  Hypertonic
3. C.
  Hypotonic
4. D.
  Diffusion
Answer and explanation
Q149 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Preterm Labor, Preterm Rupture of the Membranes, Postmaturity, Intrauterine Fetal Death
A 34-week pregnant woman is admitted to the labour room with complaints of abdominal pain and fluid leaking. On assessment, BP is 100/70 mmHg, PR 86 bpm, and membranes are ruptured. What would be the priority nursing action?
1. A.
  Assess FHR
2. B.
  Quantity of amniotic fluid
3. C.
  Check colour and odour of amniotic fluid
4. D.
  Begin the labour process immediately
Answer and explanation
Q150 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Gas Exchange and Respiratory Function
A patient develops type 2 respiratory failure. Which is a probable cause of this?
1. A.
  Interstitial lung disease
2. B.
  Flail chest
3. C.
  Pulmonary oedema
4. D.
  ARDS
Answer and explanation
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Q151 · Pharmacology · Drug Affecting Blood & Blood Formation
Which among the following is correct regarding iron supplementation?
1. A.
  Take it after having food
2. B.
  Take it along with water
3. C.
  Take it along with lemon juice
4. D.
  Take it along with milk
Answer and explanation
Q152 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Common Medical Procedures
What is the best position to keep a 12-year-old child after a lumbar puncture to assess CSF?
1. A.
  Semi-fowlers so that the child can watch TV and be entertained
2. B.
  Supine position
3. C.
  On her right side to prevent leak of CSF
4. D.
  Prone for two hours to prevent vomiting and aspiration
Answer and explanation
Q153 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Examination of a Gynecological Patient
A pregnant client comes to the office for her first prenatal examination at 10 weeks. She has been pregnant twice before, the first delivery produced a viable baby girl at 39 weeks 3 years ago; the second pregnancy produced a viable baby boy at 36 weeks 2 years ago. Both children are living and well. Using the GTPAL system to record her obstetrical history, the nurse should record?
1. A.
  3-2-0-0-2
2. B.
  2-2-0-2-2
3. C.
  3-1-1-0-2
4. D.
  2-1-1-0-2
Answer and explanation
Q154 · Nursing Foundations · Fluid, electrolytes & Acid-base balances
Nurse Jeremy is evaluating a client's fluid intake and output record. Fluid intake and urine output should relate in which way?
1. A.
  Fluid intake should be double the urine output
2. B.
  Fluid intake should be approximately equal to the urine output
3. C.
  Fluid intake should be half the urine output
4. D.
  Fluid intake should be inversely proportional to the urine output
Answer and explanation
Q155 · Pharmacology · Cardiovascular Drugs
For the management of nocturnal angina, nitroglycerine (NTG) tablet given at?
1. A.
  Evening time
2. B.
  Bed time
3. C.
  Morning
4. D.
  At any time
Answer and explanation
Q156 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Neuromuscular Disorders
Intra muscular injections in neonates should give in?
1. A.
  Dorsogluteal muscle
2. B.
  Vastus lateralis muscle
3. C.
  Gluteus maximus muscle
4. D.
  Deltoid muscle
Answer and explanation
Q157 · Nursing Foundations · Nutritional Needs
While giving NG tube feeding which of the following nursing actions prevents complications?
1. A.
  Plug the air vent during feeding
2. B.
  Provide high Fowler's position
3. C.
  Flush with 20 ml of air
4. D.
  Advance tube 2 cm
Answer and explanation
Q158 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Metabolic and Endocrine Function
A client is admitted with diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) associated with type 1 diabetes mellitus. The client's blood sugar is 520 mg/dL. The respiratory assessment finding reveals respiratory rate of 32, with a deep, regular respiratory effort. Which insulin will prescribe by the health care provider?
1. A.
  NPH insulin SC
2. B.
  Regular insulin infusion
3. C.
  5% Dextrose IV
4. D.
  Sweet juice
Answer and explanation
Q159 · Reasoning · Analogy
Star' is related to 'Galaxy' in the same way as 'Flower' is related to
1. A.
  Jasmine
2. B.
  Blossom
3. C.
  Bouquet
4. D.
  Petal
Answer and explanation
Q160 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Fluid and Electrolytes: Balance and Distribution
An adult client arrives in the emergency department with burns to both entire legs and the perineal area. Which of the following fluid would be started by on duty nurses?
1. A.
  Ringer lactate
2. B.
  Normal saline 0.9%
3. C.
  DNS
4. D.
  Normal saline 0.45% with dextrose 10%
Answer and explanation
Q161 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Cardiovascular, Circulatory, and Hematologic Function
Identify the following ECG finding which is denoting in photograph?
1. A.
  Atrial fibrillation
2. B.
  Ventricular tachycardia
3. C.
  Atrial flutter
4. D.
  SVT
Answer and explanation
Q162 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Normal Puerperium
What would be the appropriate teaching to a mother in post-partum period about breast feeding for her child?
1. A.
  Every 2-3 hour
2. B.
  When baby cry
3. C.
  Every 6 hour
4. D.
  When baby sleep
Answer and explanation
Q163 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Hypertensive Disorders in Pregnancy
A patient in 28-week gestation is receiving labetalol and magnesium sulfate for her pre-eclampsia treatment. On checking her BP you find that it is 86/56. The most likely cause of this finding is?
1. A.
  False reading
2. B.
  Accidental overdose of labetalol
3. C.
  Magnesium sulphate toxicity
4. D.
  Patient is anxious
Answer and explanation
Q164 · Mental Health Nursing · Schizophrenia
On psychiatric interview, a patient had the following thought sample" Hay ! May ! pay ! ray ! day is a sample for?
1. A.
  Neologism
2. B.
  Clang association
3. C.
  Derailment
4. D.
  Loosening of association
Answer and explanation
Q165 · Nursing Foundations · Procedures
What would be the correct steps to follow in female catheterization?
1. A.
  Clean with betadine - apply lignocaine on tip of catheter Insert catheter - check for urine - inflate the balloon
2. B.
  Apply lignocaine on tip of catheter - clean with betadine insert catheter - inflate the balloon-check for urine
3. C.
  Clean with betadin - apply lignocaine on tip of catheter insert catheter - inflate the balloon-check for urine
4. D.
  Clean with betadin - apply lignocaine on tip of catheter check for urine - insert catheter - inflate the balloon
Answer and explanation
Q166 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Gas Exchange and Respiratory Function
A client with a diagnosis of C-4 injury has been stabilized and is ready for discharge. Because this client is at risk for autonomic dysreflexia, he and his family should be instructed to assess for and report about?
1. A.
  Dizziness and tachypnea
2. B.
  Circumoral pallor and light-headedness
3. C.
  Headache and facial flushing
4. D.
  Pallor and itching of the face and neck
Answer and explanation
Q167 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Integumentary Function
All of the following options are true related to bed sore, EXCEPT?
1. A.
  Early bed sore can treat with care
2. B.
  Most common site for bed sore is sacrum
3. C.
  Air mattress cannot reduce the chance of bed sore
4. D.
  Change the client position every 2 hourly
Answer and explanation
Q168 · Applied Microbiology & Infection control · Disinfection and Sterilization
Which of the following is TRUE about disinfection in a surgical unit using Glutaraldehyde?
1. A.
  Once prepared can be used for a maximum duration of 7 days
2. B.
  1% glutaraldehyde is used commonly
3. C.
  Dilute with water in 1:5 ratio before every use
4. D.
  Minimum contact period for disinfection is 20 min
Answer and explanation
Q169 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Miscellaneous
Clinical manifestations of bed sore include skin breaks, abrasion, blister, or shallow crater, oedema, and infection are characteristics of?
1. A.
  Stage I pressure ulcer
2. B.
  Stage IV pressure ulcer
3. C.
  Stage III pressure ulcer
4. D.
  Stage II pressure ulcer
Answer and explanation
Q170 · Community Health Nursing · Intestinal Infections
A freshly prepared ORS solution should not be used after:
1. A.
  24 hours
2. B.
  12 hours
3. C.
  15 hours
4. D.
  20 hours
Answer and explanation
Q171 · Nursing Foundations · Infection control & BMW management
Which of the following is correct sequence of hand washing?
1. A.
  Wet the hands with water, put the soap, scrub the hands, rinse with water, dry the hands with tissue paper
2. B.
  Put the soap, wet the hands with water, scrub the hands, rinse the hands with water and dry the hands with tissue paper
3. C.
  Wet the hands with water, put the soap, scrub the hands, rinse with water, dry the hands with dryer
4. D.
  Wet the hands, scrub the hands, put the soap and rinse with water
Answer and explanation
Q172 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Other Acute Problems
A 35 year old farmer brought to emergency with history of multiple time vomiting, loose stool & breathlessness for two hours while he was fumigating his crops. On examination he was drowsy & had excessive salivation, involuntary defecation, pulse rate 46/minute, BP-90/60 mmHg , respiratory rate-14/minute, pupils- bilaterally constricted, twitching in bilateral calf muscles. Chest auscultation revealed bilateral crackles. What is the likely poisoning?
1. A.
  Opioid
2. B.
  Almunium phosphide
3. C.
  Arsenic
4. D.
  Organophosphorus
Answer and explanation
Q173 · Pharmacology · Respiratory System Drugs
A client is being discharged with albuterol and beclomethasone dipropionate to be administered via inhalation three times a day and at bedtime. Client teaching regarding the sequential order in which the drugs should be administered includes?
1. A.
  Glucocorticoids followed by the bronchodilator
2. B.
  Bronchodilator followed by the glucocorticoids
3. C.
  Alternate successive administrations
4. D.
  According to the client's preference
Answer and explanation
Q174 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Oncology: Nursing Management in Cancer Care
The nurse is caring a patient with tracheoesopgeal fistula. Which of the following position given to the patient?
1. A.
  Head elevation 30°
2. B.
  Prone position
3. C.
  Side line
4. D.
  Supine position
Answer and explanation
Q175 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · COMPLICATED LABOR-Malposition, Malpresentation and Cord Prolapse
Which of the following assessment finding after an amniotomy needs to be conducted first?
1. A.
  Cervical dilation
2. B.
  Bladder distension
3. C.
  Fetal heart rate pattern
4. D.
  Maternal blood pressure
Answer and explanation
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Q176 · Nursing Foundations · Vital Signs
When taking apical pulse, where should the nurse place the stethoscope?
1. A.
  Just to the left of the median point of the sternum
2. B.
  In the 5th inter-costal space at the left mid-clavicular line
3. C.
  Between 6th and 7th ribs at the left mid axillary line
4. D.
  Between 3rd and 4th ribs and to the left of the sternum
Answer and explanation
Q177 · Nursing Research & Statistics · Research Approaches and Designs
Identity the CORRECT matching:
1. A.
  A-I, B-II, C-III
2. B.
  A-II, B-I, C-III
3. C.
  A-III, B-II, С-І
4. D.
  A-II, B-III, C-II
Answer and explanation
Q178 · Mental Health Nursing · Schizophrenia
A patient presenting the signs and symptoms of persecution, suspiciousness, lack of insight may be having?
1. A.
  Paranoid Schizophrenia
2. B.
  Simple Schizophrenia
3. C.
  Hebephrenic Schizophrenia
4. D.
  Undifferentiated Schizophrenia
Answer and explanation
Q179 · Reasoning · Analogy
Select the set in which the numbers are related in the same way as are the numbers of the following set. 8, 9, 145
1. A.
  10, 11, 121
2. B.
  7,8,117
3. C.
  6, 8, 104
4. D.
  6,7,85
Answer and explanation
Q180 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Disorders of Respiratory System
All of the following symptoms would be seen in a client with respiratory distress syndrome (RDS), EXCEPT?
1. A.
  Nasal flaring
2. B.
  Tachypnea
3. C.
  Grunting sound
4. D.
  Sub costal retraction
Answer and explanation
Q181 · English · Vocabulary
What is the Synonym of ESSENTIAL?
1. A.
  Indispensable
2. B.
  Necessary
3. C.
  Needed
4. D.
  Imperative
Answer and explanation
Q182 · Applied Microbiology & Infection control · Disinfection and Sterilization
In the operation theatre, OT in-charge is instructing about scrubbing to the staff nurse. Which is the correct order of preference-1 Gloves 2. Gown 3. Scrub 4. Check Instrument 5. Gauze count
1. A.
  1,2,3,4,5
2. B.
  3,2,1,5,4
3. C.
  3,2,1,4,5
4. D.
  4,3,2,1,5
Answer and explanation
Q183 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Infections and Infestations
An 8-year-old child comes to the physician's office complaining of swelling and pain in the knees. His mother says, "The swelling occurred for no reason, and it keeps getting worse." The initial diagnosis is Lyme disease. When talking to the mother and child, questions related to which of the following would be important to include in the initial history?
1. A.
  A decreased urinary output and flank pain
2. B.
  A fever of over 103°F occurring over the last 2-3 weeks
3. C.
  Rashes covering the palms of the hands and the soles of the feet
4. D.
  Headaches, malaise, or sore throat
Answer and explanation
Q184 · Community Health Nursing · Demography, Surveillance and Interpretation of Data
Consider the following fertility related statistics. The mortality rate of women in reproductive age is NOT taken into consideration while calculating which of these statistics?

A. Total fertility rate B. Gross reproduction rate

C. Net reproduction rate D. General fertility rate

Options:
1. A.
  A, B, and C
2. B.
  A, C, and D
3. C.
  B, C, and D
4. D.
  A, B, and D
Answer and explanation
Q185 · Pharmacology · Gastrointestinal Drugs
Which of the following drug would be prescribed for a patient who had barium enema?
1. A.
  Laxative
2. B.
  Neomycin
3. C.
  Antacid
4. D.
  Zink
Answer and explanation
Q186 · Community Health Nursing · Epidemiology – Epidemiological Approaches and Processes
Which disease was eliminated from India in the Mid-1970s?
1. A.
  Small Pox
2. B.
  Measles
3. C.
  Polio
4. D.
  Chickenpox
Answer and explanation
Q187 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Disorders of Kidney and Urinary Tract
When teaching a mother of a 4-month-old with diarrhoea about the importance of preventing dehydration, the nurse would inform the mother about the importance of feeding her child?
1. A.
  Fruit juices
2. B.
  Diluted carbonated drinks
3. C.
  Soy-based, lactose-free formula
4. D.
  Regular formulas mixed with electrolyte solutions
Answer and explanation
Q188 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Cardiovascular, Circulatory, and Hematologic Function
A nurse's client, who is in post-operative phase, during assessment obtains the information chills, high grade fever, significantly drop in blood pressure and rapid breathing. Patient may develop septicaemia. Based on the above assessment, which result is abnormal and should be reported to the physician?
1. A.
  WBCs: 18,000/mm³
2. B.
  Glucose: 78 mg/dl
3. C.
  Haemoglobin: 13.2 g/dl
4. D.
  Platelets: 1,50,000/mm³
Answer and explanation
Q189 · Mental Health Nursing · Nursing process in Psychiatry
Highest level of insight is?
1. A.
  Psychological
2. B.
  Emotional
3. C.
  Affective
4. D.
  Intellectual
Answer and explanation
Q190 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Shock and Multisystem Failure
A nurse, assessing a client hospitalized following a road traffic accident (RTA), obtains the following vital signs: blood pressure (BP) 80/55 mm Hg, heart rate (HR) 128, respiratory rate (RR) 24 and cool clammy skin and rapid breathing. For which life-threatening complication should the nurse carefully monitor the client?
1. A.
  Hypovolemic shock
2. B.
  Neurogenic shock
3. C.
  Septic shock
4. D.
  Cardiogenic shock
Answer and explanation
Q191 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Gas Exchange and Respiratory Function
In which of the following clinical condition high flow oxygen cannot be given?
1. A.
  Pneumonia
2. B.
  Asthma
3. C.
  Paraquat poisoning
4. D.
  ARDS
Answer and explanation
Q192 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Other Acute Problems
The nurse knows that in which of the following poisoning case gastric lavage is not recommended?
1. A.
  Arsenic poisoning
2. B.
  Corrosive poisoning
3. C.
  Organophosphorus poisoning
4. D.
  Dhatura poisoning
Answer and explanation
Q193 · Pharmacology · General Pharmacology
To enhance the percutaneous absorption of nitroglycerin patches, it would be MOST important for the nurse to select a site that is which of the following?
1. A.
  Near the heart
2. B.
  Non hairy area
3. C.
  Muscular
4. D.
  Over a bony prominence
Answer and explanation
Q194 · Nursing Foundations · Fluid, electrolytes & Acid-base balances
A paediatric patient would receive 500 ml DNS through burette infusion set in 5 hours. Calculate the correct fluid drops per minute?
1. A.
  100 macro drops per minute
2. B.
  100 micro drops per minute
3. C.
  80 macro drops per minute
4. D.
  80 micro drops per minute
Answer and explanation
Q195 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Fluid and Electrolytes: Balance and Distribution
An older male patient receiving normal saline 0.9% through IV line complaining shortness of breath and palpitation. The patient's assessment finding reveals that central venous pressure (CVP) is 18 cm H2O. What would be the priority nursing intervention?
1. A.
  Continue the IV fluid
2. B.
  Increase the flow rate of IV fluid
3. C.
  Discontinue the fluid
4. D.
  Notify to the physician
Answer and explanation
Q196 · Reasoning · Arrangements & Puzzles
A, B, C, D, and E are sitting in a row. C is to the immediate left of D, and B is at one end. Who is in the middle?
1. A.
  A
2. B.
  C
3. C.
  D
4. D.
  E
Answer and explanation
Q197 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Fluid and Electrolytes: Balance and Distribution
Parkland formula for fluid calculation in burn patients should be calculated by?
1. A.
  4 mlRL/kg/TBSA
2. B.
  3 mlRL/kg/TBSA
3. C.
  2 mlRL/kg/TBSA
4. D.
  1 mlRL/kg/TBSA
Answer and explanation
Q198 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Abnormalities of the Puerperium
A nurse is assessing a female patient in post partum period with her uterus is soft, and shifted towards right side, fundus 2 fingers above umbilicus. Which of the following is the possible cause of this condition?
1. A.
  Normal
2. B.
  Involution
3. C.
  Bladder distension
4. D.
  Infection
Answer and explanation
Q199 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Cardiovascular, Circulatory, and Hematologic Function
A new nurse is caring for an adolescent in the trauma unit who has injuries secondary to a motor vehicle accident. The nurse has started a blood transfusion. After 30 minutes, the client complains of nausea, headache, chills and muscle stiffness. An observing nurse should determine that the new nurse intervened appropriately when the new nurse took which action first?
1. A.
  Obtained a set of vital signs
2. B.
  Called the primary health-care provider
3. C.
  Flushed the infusion tubing with normal saline and restarted the blood
4. D.
  Stop the transfusion
Answer and explanation

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