NVS Staff Nurse 2025 question paper

NVS Staff Nurse · 2025 · 120 questions · 180 minutes · 0.25 mark deducted per wrong answer

English 16
General Knowledge 15
Medical & Surgical Nursing 13
Reasoning 12
Biochemistry & Nutrition 11
Applied Anatomy 11
Applied Physiology 10
Applied Psychology 9
Nursing Foundations 9
Applied Nutrition & Dietetics 9
Applied Microbiology & Infection control 1
Mental Health Nursing 1
Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) 1
Forensic Nursing & Indian laws 1
Health Information and Technology (Basic Computer) 1

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Q1 · Reasoning · Classification (Odd One Out)
Which of the following is the odd word out?
1. A.
  Letter
2. B.
  Word
3. C.
  Meaning
4. D.
  Sentence
Answer and explanation
Q2 · Applied Psychology · Cognitive Process
Which of the following is a type of cognitive learning?
1. A.
  Latent learning
2. B.
  Avoidance learning
3. C.
  Operant conditioning
4. D.
  Classical conditioning
Answer and explanation
Q3 · Applied Physiology · Blood
A person with anti-A and anti-B antibodies in their blood has what blood type?
1. A.
  Type A
2. B.
  Type B
3. C.
  Type AB
4. D.
  Type O
Answer and explanation
Q4 · Reasoning · Arrangements & Puzzles
Five show-rooms A, B, C, D and E in a Mall are Famous for five different items: Clothes, shoes, Electronics, Grocery and Toys (not necessarily in the same order). C and D are neither famous for Toys nor for Clothes, B and E are not famous for Shoes and Electronics. Grocery and Electronics are not very popular of show-room D. A and E are not known for their Toys and Electronics and A is not famous for Clothes. Which show-room is famous for Shoes?
1. A.
  A
2. B.
  D
3. C.
  E
4. D.
  C
Answer and explanation
Q5 · Reasoning · Statement-Based Reasoning
In this question, two statements are followed by two conclusions, numbered (I) and (II). Find out, which conclusion(s) is/are definitely true, based on the given statements:

Statements: B > C = S ≥ T ≥ U, Y = K ≥ L ≥ U.

Conclusions: (I) B > Y

(II) S ≥ U
1. A.
  Both conclusion (I) and conclusion (II) are true.
2. B.
  Neither conclusion (I) nor conclusion (II) is true.
3. C.
  Only conclusion (I) is true.
4. D.
  Only conclusion (II) is true.
Answer and explanation
Q6 · Nursing Foundations · Nursing Care & Specific Procedures
Which knot is used to tie a bandage around a wound to stop bleeding quickly?
1. A.
  Clove hitch knot
2. B.
  Simple knot
3. C.
  Reef knot/square knot
4. D.
  Granny knot
Answer and explanation
Q7 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Other Acute Problems
What you should do if someone is having an epileptic fit?
1. A.
  Give anything to drink
2. B.
  Open the mouth of the casualty forcefully to put something in the mouth
3. C.
  Lay down the casualty gently and clear the area around
4. D.
  Try to wake the casualty
Answer and explanation
Q8 · Biochemistry & Nutrition · Proteins
Primary structure of proteins represents?
1. A.
  Linear structure of proteins joined by peptide bonds
2. B.
  3 Dimensional structure of proteins
3. C.
  Helical structure of proteins
4. D.
  Sub unit structure of proteins
Answer and explanation
Q9 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Miscellaneous
Which of the following indicates ventricular repolarization?
1. A.
  QRS complex
2. B.
  Q wave
3. C.
  P wave
4. D.
  T wave
Answer and explanation
Q10 · Applied Microbiology & Infection control · Immunity
The immunoglobulin present in most abundant quantity?
1. A.
  IgM
2. B.
  IgE
3. C.
  IgA
4. D.
  IgG
Answer and explanation
Q11 · Nursing Foundations · Patient Education
What is the first step in providing first aid to casualty with chemical burn in eye?
1. A.
  Shift the casualty to hospital
2. B.
  Apply an eye ointment immediately
3. C.
  Rinse the affected eye under running water
4. D.
  Cover the eye with sterile pad
Answer and explanation
Q12 · English · Grammar
Which of the following is a proper noun?
1. A.
  Mountain
2. B.
  River
3. C.
  Kashi
4. D.
  House
Answer and explanation
Q13 · General Knowledge · Basic Physics
Two statements labelled as Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are given. Read both the statements carefully and select the correct answer with the help of the codes.

Assertion (A): Inside the Earth, metals are present in molten state.

Reason (R): Earth reflects the Sun's rays.
1. A.
  (A) is true, but (R) is false.
2. B.
  Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
3. C.
  Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
4. D.
  (A) is false, but (R) is true.
Answer and explanation
Q14 · Biochemistry & Nutrition · Lipids
The precursor for the synthesis of steroid hormone:
1. A.
  Pregnenolone
2. B.
  Cholesterol
3. C.
  Thyroglobulin
4. D.
  Tyrosine
Answer and explanation
Q15 · Biochemistry & Nutrition · Heme catabolism
Normal adult haemoglobin contains?
1. A.
  One alpha chain and one beta chain
2. B.
  One alpha chain and two beta chains
3. C.
  One beta chain and two alpha chains
4. D.
  Two alpha chains and two beta chains
Answer and explanation
Q16 · General Knowledge · Indian history
In the early 1600s the East India Company made a claim that it was Supreme and represented greater authority, hence, was justified in annexing any Indian Kingdoms. What was the scheme called?
1. A.
  Diwan Rights
2. B.
  Subsidiary Alliance
3. C.
  Doctrine of Lapse
4. D.
  Policy of Paramountcy
Answer and explanation
Q17 · Applied Psychology · Mental Health & mental hygiene
The conflict between two positive goals is called:
1. A.
  Approach Approach conflicts
2. B.
  Multiple approach Avoidance conflicts
3. C.
  Avoidance-Avoidance conflicts
4. D.
  Approach Avoidance conflicts
Answer and explanation
Q18 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Integumentary Function
While firing crackers, a child in your neighbourhood gets severe burns on the hand at late night. What would you immediately do?
1. A.
  Dip the child's hand in cold water till there is no more burning sensation
2. B.
  Ignore everything and do your own work
3. C.
  Wash the hand with Dettol
4. D.
  Send someone to call the doctor
Answer and explanation
Q19 · Reasoning · Coding-Decoding
In a certain code language 'HOSPITAL' is coded as 'CTNUDYVQ and 'DOCTOR' is coded as 'YTXYJW' then how will DISEASE be coded in the same language?
1. A.
  YNNJUXZ
2. B.
  YNNJVXJ
3. C.
  YNMLJVXZ
4. D.
  YNNJVXZ
Answer and explanation
Q20 · Applied Nutrition & Dietetics · Vitamins
Which of the following is water soluble vitamin?
1. A.
  Vitamin K
2. B.
  Vitamin C
3. C.
  Vitamin A
4. D.
  Vitamin D
Answer and explanation
Q21 · English · Vocabulary
Choose the word nearest in meaning to the given word. Indolence
1. A.
  Laziness
2. B.
  Wretchedness
3. C.
  Sentence
4. D.
  Sleepiness
Answer and explanation
Q22 · Applied Nutrition & Dietetics · Nutritional Deficiency Disorder
Which of the features/sign is always present in Kwashiorkor?
1. A.
  Oedema
2. B.
  Diarrhoea
3. C.
  Muscle wasting
4. D.
  Very low weight for height
Answer and explanation
Q23 · Nursing Foundations · Infection control & BMW management
The World Health Organization (WHO) defined how many moments for hand hygiene?
1. A.
  5
2. B.
  6
3. C.
  3
4. D.
  4
Answer and explanation
Q24 · Applied Nutrition & Dietetics · Vitamins
The wet form of beri beri characterized by involvement of:
1. A.
  Heart
2. B.
  Nerves
3. C.
  Kidney
4. D.
  Brain
Answer and explanation
Q25 · English · Error Detection
In the following sentence, identify the part which contains an error. The rise and fall (a) / of the tide (b) / are due to (c) / the lunar gravitation (d)
1. A.
  (c)
2. B.
  (d)
3. C.
  (a)
4. D.
  (b)
Answer and explanation
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Q26 · Biochemistry & Nutrition · Proteins
The key enzyme that converts trypsinogen to trypsin is?
1. A.
  Elastase
2. B.
  Enteropeptidase
3. C.
  Secretin
4. D.
  Chymotrypsin
Answer and explanation
Q27 · English · Vocabulary
Which of the following is the word 'accept'?
1. A.
  Accept
2. B.
  Except
3. C.
  Expect
4. D.
  Aspect
Answer and explanation
Q28 · Applied Anatomy · Nervous System
The cerebral aqueduct passes through:
1. A.
  Midbrain
2. B.
  Cerebrum
3. C.
  Medulla
4. D.
  Pons
Answer and explanation
Q29 · General Knowledge · Miscellaneous
Which is the first language to be conferred the status of classical language in India?
1. A.
  Kannada
2. B.
  Odia
3. C.
  Sanskrit
4. D.
  Tamil
Answer and explanation
Q30 · General Knowledge · Indian history
Which Indian nationalist and a scholar of Islam is associated with the notion of 'Wahadat-Ideen' emphasizing the essential oneness of all religions?
1. A.
  Aga Khan
2. B.
  Maulana Azad
3. C.
  Khan Abdul Ghaffar Khan
4. D.
  Syed Ahmad Khan
Answer and explanation
Q31 · Applied Psychology · Motivation & Emotional Processes
Which theory conceptualizes that the emotions result from our perception of the changes taking place in the body during emotional experience?
1. A.
  Schachter-Singer theory
2. B.
  Cognitive appraisal theory
3. C.
  James-Lange theory
4. D.
  Cannon-Bard theory
Answer and explanation
Q32 · Mental Health Nursing · Personality and Sexual Disorders
A 20 year old client was diagnosed with dependent personality disorder. Which behavior is most likely to be evidence of ineffective individual coping?
1. A.
  Recurrent self-destructive behavior
2. B.
  Avoiding relationship
3. C.
  Showing interest in solitary activities
4. D.
  Inability to make choices and decision without advise
Answer and explanation
Q33 · Biochemistry & Nutrition · Immunochemistry
A biologically important peptide for the maintenance RBC structure:
1. A.
  Glutathione
2. B.
  Enkephalins
3. C.
  Oxytocin
4. D.
  Vasopressin
Answer and explanation
Q34 · General Knowledge · International Current Affairs
Who is the President of the European Commission?
1. A.
  Donald Tusk
2. B.
  Viktor Orban
3. C.
  Ursula von der Leyen
4. D.
  Jean Claude Juncker
Answer and explanation
Q35 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Otolaryngology
A 5-year-old is admitted to the unit following a tonsillectomy. Which of the following would indicate a complication of surgery?
1. A.
  Decreased appetite
2. B.
  A low-grade fever
3. C.
  Chest congestion
4. D.
  Constant swallowing
Answer and explanation
Q36 · Applied Anatomy · Circulatory & Lymphatic System
The chamber of the heart with the thickest myocardium
1. A.
  Right ventricle
2. B.
  Left ventricle
3. C.
  Right atrium
4. D.
  Left atrium
Answer and explanation
Q37 · General Knowledge · Awards & honours
Among the following Padma Vibhushan awardees for year 2025, who has not been awarded in the field of Art?
1. A.
  Shri Lakshminarayana Subramanian
2. B.
  Shri Duvvur Nageshwar Reddy
3. C.
  Smr. Kumudini Rajnikant Lakhia
4. D.
  Smr. Sharada Sinha (Posthumous)
Answer and explanation
Q38 · Applied Nutrition & Dietetics · Proteins
The protein contributes to the total energy intake in the following proportion:
1. A.
  10–15 percent
2. B.
  25–30 percent
3. C.
  10–30 percent
4. D.
  65–80 percent
Answer and explanation
Q39 · Applied Anatomy · Musculoskeletal System
The suture that unites the two parietal bones to the occipital bone is the:
1. A.
  Squamous suture
2. B.
  Frontal suture
3. C.
  Coronal suture
4. D.
  Lambdoid suture
Answer and explanation
Q40 · Applied Psychology · Cognitive Process
Moderately mentally retarded IQ is in the range of:
1. A.
  70-84
2. B.
  25-39
3. C.
  55-69
4. D.
  40-54
Answer and explanation
Q41 · Biochemistry & Nutrition · Carbohydrates
Lactose intolerance is caused by the deficiency of the enzyme:
1. A.
  Beta galactosidase
2. B.
  Maltase
3. C.
  Glucoamylase
4. D.
  Sucrase
Answer and explanation
Q42 · Biochemistry & Nutrition · Proteins
All the following are true about Phenylketonuria except?
1. A.
  Deficiency of Phenylalanine Hydroxylase
2. B.
  Mental retardation
3. C.
  Increased urinary excretion of p-hydroxyphenyl pyruvic acid
4. D.
  Decrease serotonin formation
Answer and explanation
Q43 · Applied Anatomy · Introduction to Anatomical terms & Organization of Human Body
A vertical plane that divides the body or an organ into right and left sides:
1. A.
  Frontal plane
2. B.
  Coronal plane
3. C.
  Sagittal plane
4. D.
  Transverse plane
Answer and explanation
Q44 · Applied Physiology · Digestive system
A proteolytic enzyme secreted by chief cells in the stomach:
1. A.
  Gastrin
2. B.
  Lipase
3. C.
  Hydrochloric acid
4. D.
  Pepsinogen
Answer and explanation
Q45 · English · Vocabulary
Which of the following is the exact antonym of the word 'time'?
1. A.
  Position/State
2. B.
  Position/State
3. C.
  Position/State
4. D.
  Purpose
Answer and explanation
Q46 · Reasoning · Statement-Based Reasoning
Three statements are given, followed by two conclusions numbered (I) and (II). Assuming the statements to be true, even if they seem to be at variance with commonly known facts, decide which of the conclusions logically follow(s) from the statements.

Statements:

All windows are doors. All walls are rooms. Some walls are doors.

Conclusions:

(I) Some windows are walls. (II) Some rooms are windows.
1. A.
  Neither conclusion (I) nor (II) follows.
2. B.
  Only conclusion (I) follows.
3. C.
  Only conclusion (II) follows.
4. D.
  Both conclusions (I) and (II) follow.
Answer and explanation
Q47 · English · Vocabulary
What is the exact meaning of the idiom 'to walk on the third'?
1. A.
  To follow tradition from birth
2. B.
  To understand the old custom and follow it
3. C.
  To walk on the same third
4. D.
  To keep following the old custom without understanding
Answer and explanation
Q48 · Reasoning · Non-Verbal Reasoning
Select the correct mirror image of the given figure when the mirror is placed at 'AB' line as shown below?
1. A.
  Image 2
2. B.
  Image 3
3. C.
  Image 4
4. D.
  Image 5
Answer and explanation
Q49 · English · Grammar
Which of the following is inclusive of the word 'other'?
1. A.
  Paatali
2. B.
  Paatali
3. C.
  Sentence
4. D.
  Another
Answer and explanation
Q50 · General Knowledge · Books, authors & institutions
Consider the following statements regarding Booker prize 2024: a. Booker prize 2024 was awarded to the novel titled 'Orbital' which is the shortest novel in Booker prize history. b. Samantha Harvey was awarded the Booker prize for 2024. c. Orbital is the first ever Booker-winning book set in space. Choose the correct answer from the code given below:
1. A.
  Only b and c are correct.
2. B.
  Only a and c are correct.
3. C.
  Only a is correct.
4. D.
  Only b is correct.
Answer and explanation
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Q51 · Applied Anatomy · Musculoskeletal System
The long cylindrical portion of the bone is called:
1. A.
  Periosteum
2. B.
  Metaphysis
3. C.
  Epiphysis
4. D.
  Diaphysis
Answer and explanation
Q52 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Other Acute Problems
How do you treat a casualty with foreign body in the nose?
1. A.
  Maintain airway by asking the casualty to breath from the mouth
2. B.
  Lay down and rest
3. C.
  Make an attempt to remove the foreign body
4. D.
  Blow the nose
Answer and explanation
Q53 · Biochemistry & Nutrition · Nucleic acid & Nucleotides
Nitrogenous base not present in DNA?
1. A.
  Cytosine
2. B.
  Uracil
3. C.
  Adenine
4. D.
  Guanine
Answer and explanation
Q54 · English · Grammar
Identify the clause of the underlined part in the given sentence. I often wonder how you are going to succeed in life.
1. A.
  Adjective Clause
2. B.
  Principal Clause
3. C.
  Adverb Clause
4. D.
  Noun Clause
Answer and explanation
Q55 · Biochemistry & Nutrition · Carbohydrates
The mucopolysaccharide serves as a lubricant and shock absorbent in joints:
1. A.
  Dermatan sulfate
2. B.
  Keratan sulfate
3. C.
  Hyaluronic acid
4. D.
  Heparin
Answer and explanation
Q56 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Fluid and Electrolytes: Balance and Distribution
The decreased PaCO₂ and increased pH is marked in:
1. A.
  Metabolic acidosis
2. B.
  Metabolic alkalosis
3. C.
  Respiratory alkalosis
4. D.
  Respiratory acidosis
Answer and explanation
Q57 · Nursing Foundations · Patient Education
What is the first aid measure for a nose bleed?
1. A.
  Sit the injured person down with the head forward and pinch the soft part of the nose
2. B.
  Ask the client to wash the nose with lot of running water
3. C.
  Tilt the head back and pinch the nose
4. D.
  Blow the nose to clear the blood
Answer and explanation
Q58 · Applied Psychology · Cognitive Process
The perceptual process that selects certain types of inclusion in our conscious experience or awareness, given time is:
1. A.
  Learning
2. B.
  Thinking
3. C.
  Perception
4. D.
  Attention
Answer and explanation
Q59 · Applied Nutrition & Dietetics · Vitamins
Which vitamin deficiency causes conjunctival xerosis?
1. A.
  Vitamin K
2. B.
  Vitamin A
3. C.
  Vitamin B
4. D.
  Vitamin C
Answer and explanation
Q60 · General Knowledge · Indian geography
Which forests are known as Monsoon Forests?
1. A.
  Mangrove
2. B.
  Montane
3. C.
  Tropical Deciduous
4. D.
  Tropical Evergreen
Answer and explanation
Q61 · Applied Anatomy · Renal System
The region of the kidney that contains renal pyramids is:
1. A.
  Renal pelvis
2. B.
  Renal sinus
3. C.
  Renal cortex
4. D.
  Renal medulla
Answer and explanation
Q62 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Fluid and Electrolytes: Balance and Distribution
A nurse on physical examination of patient finds postural hypotension, tachycardia, nausea and vomiting, postural dizziness. Which electrolyte imbalance can be diagnosed?
1. A.
  Hypokalemia
2. B.
  Hypocalcemia
3. C.
  Hyponatremia
4. D.
  Hypernatremia
Answer and explanation
Q63 · General Knowledge · Union government and Judiciary Bodies
Which of the following systems of elections is used to elect members of Lok Sabha in India?
1. A.
  List System
2. B.
  Single Transferable Vote
3. C.
  Proportional representation
4. D.
  First Past the Post
Answer and explanation
Q64 · Applied Psychology · Developmental Psychology
The developmental task of old age according to Erikson is all, EXCEPT:
1. A.
  Coping with the loss of loved ones
2. B.
  Psychosocial conflicts
3. C.
  Achievement of ego integrity
4. D.
  Modifying interpersonal relationship
Answer and explanation
Q65 · General Knowledge · Sports Current Affairs
Consider the following statements regarding Ranji Trophy 2024-25 which concluded recently: a. The final game for the Ranji Trophy 2024-25 was played between Vidarbha and Mumbai. b. Vidarbha won the 90th edition of Ranji Trophy 2024-25. c. The captain of Vidarbha Ranji Trophy team for 2024-25 was Karun Nair. Choose the correct answer from the code given below:
1. A.
  Only b and c are correct.
2. B.
  Only a and b are correct.
3. C.
  Only a is correct.
4. D.
  Only b is correct.
Answer and explanation
Q66 · Applied Physiology · Respiratory system
The sum of residual volume and expiratory reserve volume is:
1. A.
  Vital capacity
2. B.
  Total lung capacity
3. C.
  Functional residual capacity
4. D.
  Inspiratory capacity
Answer and explanation
Q67 · Forensic Nursing & Indian laws · Dummy
Which of the following intentional tort?
1. A.
  Nurse miscounts the gauze pads during a surgery
2. B.
  Nurse divulges private information about the patient to media
3. C.
  Nurse causes a burn when applying a warm soak to legs
4. D.
  Nurse fails to monitor blood pressure when administering an anti-hypertensive drug
Answer and explanation
Q68 · Reasoning · Blood Relations
G is the brother of H. H is the sister of M. M is the mother of N. If J is the maternal grandfather of N, how is M related to J?
1. A.
  Sister
2. B.
  Wife
3. C.
  Granddaughter
4. D.
  Daughter
Answer and explanation
Q69 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Miscellaneous
Chest percussion is contraindicated in clients with:
1. A.
  Oxygen therapy
2. B.
  Pneumonia
3. C.
  Bleeding disorder
4. D.
  COPD
Answer and explanation
Q70 · Applied Physiology · Nervous System
Damage of which region of brain markedly impairs the understanding of speech and written language?
1. A.
  Prefrontal lobe
2. B.
  Right parietal lobe
3. C.
  Left parietal lobe
4. D.
  Wernicke’s area
Answer and explanation
Q71 · Biochemistry & Nutrition · Lipids
Fatty acids those cannot be synthesized by human body is called:
1. A.
  Non-essential fatty acids
2. B.
  Trans fatty acids
3. C.
  Monosaturated fatty acids
4. D.
  Essential fatty acids
Answer and explanation
Q72 · English · Grammar
What kind of pronoun is 'Aap' (You - formal)?
1. A.
  Personal
2. B.
  Indefinite
3. C.
  Definite/Demonstrative
4. D.
  Interrogative
Answer and explanation
Q73 · Health Information and Technology (Basic Computer) · Recent Technology
Which company owns the Generative Al model Chat GPT?
1. A.
  Open AI
2. B.
  Meta
3. C.
  Google
4. D.
  xAI
Answer and explanation
Q74 · English · Grammar
Choose the best option in which the given sentence has been changed from Active Voice into Passive Voice. I will finish the task in a week's time.
1. A.
  In a week's time, the task would be finished by me.
2. B.
  The task will be finished by me in a week's time.
3. C.
  The task will be finished in a week's time.
4. D.
  I will have finished the task in a week's time.
Answer and explanation
Q75 · English · Grammar
Choose the option which correctly changes the given sentence from Direct Speech into Indirect Speech. I said to him, "I don't agree with what you are saying."
1. A.
  I told him that I didn't agree with what he was saying.
2. B.
  I told him that he didn't agree with what I was saying.
3. C.
  I conveyed to him my disagreement with him.
4. D.
  I told him that I don't agree with what he is saying.
Answer and explanation
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Q76 · English · Sentence Structure
Choose the sentence type of the given sentence from among the given options. What a lovely sight to see on the river bank?
1. A.
  Assertive
2. B.
  Negative
3. C.
  Interrogative
4. D.
  Exclamatory
Answer and explanation
Q77 · Applied Psychology · Miscellaneous
Who has founded the concept of psychoanalysis?
1. A.
  Max Wertheimer
2. B.
  Kurt Koffka
3. C.
  Sigmund Freud
4. D.
  John Dewey
Answer and explanation
Q78 · English · Vocabulary
Choose the word opposite in meaning to the given word. Ruthless
1. A.
  Weak
2. B.
  Compromising
3. C.
  Heartless
4. D.
  Merciful
Answer and explanation
Q79 · Applied Nutrition & Dietetics · Vitamins
Foods of animal origin are the only source of which of the following?
1. A.
  Folic acid
2. B.
  Pantothenic acid
3. C.
  Vitamin B12
4. D.
  Vitamin B6
Answer and explanation
Q80 · Applied Anatomy · Sensory Organs
The vitreous chamber of the eyeball lies between:
1. A.
  Behind the iris
2. B.
  Lens and cornea
3. C.
  Cornea and iris
4. D.
  Lens and retina
Answer and explanation
Q81 · Nursing Foundations · Administration of medications
Digoxin (lavoxin) 0.125 mg is ordered. It is available in a dose vial 500 mcg/mL. How many mL does the nurse administer?
1. A.
  1.5 mL
2. B.
  3.5 mL
3. C.
  0.25 mL
4. D.
  2 mL
Answer and explanation
Q82 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Urinary Tract Function
Pus in urine called?
1. A.
  Pyuria
2. B.
  Polyuria
3. C.
  Haematuria
4. D.
  Dysuria
Answer and explanation
Q83 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Miscellaneous
What you should not do if you suspect sulfuric hydrochloric acid poisoning?
1. A.
  Shift the casualty to the hospital
2. B.
  Give oil, white of egg
3. C.
  Induce vomiting
4. D.
  Give them milk or water
Answer and explanation
Q84 · Applied Physiology · Sensory organs
The rapidly adapting touch receptor is:
1. A.
  Pacinian corpuscles
2. B.
  Meissner corpuscles
3. C.
  Merkel discs
4. D.
  Ruffini corpuscles
Answer and explanation
Q85 · Biochemistry & Nutrition · Proteins
The plasma protein called antibodies are:
1. A.
  Fibrin
2. B.
  Thrombin
3. C.
  Albumins
4. D.
  Gamma globulin
Answer and explanation
Q86 · General Knowledge · Indian history
Which of the following pairs of 'First in India' is most correctly?
1. A.
  First Defence Minister - Baldev Singh
2. B.
  First Chief Justice - Justice Fad Ali
3. C.
  First Chief Election Commissioner - T.N. Madan
4. D.
  First Lok Sabha Speaker - M.A. Anyanjan
Answer and explanation
Q87 · Applied Physiology · General Physiology
Which of the following is not correct in regard to potassium?
1. A.
  Lower blood pressure
2. B.
  The human adult body contains 25 gm of potassium
3. C.
  It is vasoactive
4. D.
  It is released by endothelial cells
Answer and explanation
Q88 · Applied Anatomy · Miscellaneous
The stage of sleep important for cognitive restoration?
1. A.
  NREM 3
2. B.
  NREM 2
3. C.
  REM
4. D.
  NREM 4
Answer and explanation
Q89 · Reasoning · Syllogism (Basic)
Identify the Venn diagram that best represents relationship between Jaundice, Diseases and Leprosy:
1. A.
  Diagram with one large circle containing two separate smaller circles
2. B.
  Diagram with three intersecting circles
3. C.
  Diagram with two intersecting circles inside a larger circle
4. D.
  Diagram with three separate circles
Answer and explanation
Q90 · Applied Physiology · Endocrine system
Which hormone decreases the level of calcium?
1. A.
  Calcitonin
2. B.
  Glucocorticoids
3. C.
  Parathyroid hormone
4. D.
  Mineralocorticoids
Answer and explanation
Q91 · English · Vocabulary
Which of the following words is incorrect due to a spelling difference?
1. A.
  Wonderful
2. B.
  Ratio
3. C.
  Raito
4. D.
  Historical
Answer and explanation
Q92 · General Knowledge · Miscellaneous
When is the International Day of Woman Judges celebrated?
1. A.
  9 March
2. B.
  1 April
3. C.
  10 March
4. D.
  8 March
Answer and explanation
Q93 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Miscellaneous
Which position is given to the patient for postural drainage to drain the apical section of the upper lobes of the lungs?
1. A.
  Left side with a pillow under the chest
2. B.
  Trendelenburg position
3. C.
  Recovery position
4. D.
  High fowlers position
Answer and explanation
Q94 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Fluid and Electrolytes: Balance and Distribution
Which nursing intervention would be appropriate for a patient diagnosed with hypokalemia?
1. A.
  Caution the patient about eating food high in potassium content
2. B.
  Discuss calcium losing aspects of nicotine and alcohol use
3. C.
  Encourage food and fluids with high sodium content
4. D.
  Administer oral potassium supplements as ordered
Answer and explanation
Q95 · Applied Psychology · Personality
Phallic stage of psychosexual development as per Sigmund Freud:
1. A.
  Adolescence period
2. B.
  3 years to 5 years
3. C.
  Birth to 1 year
4. D.
  1 year to 3 years
Answer and explanation
Q96 · Applied Nutrition & Dietetics · Vitamins
The daily recommended intake of vitamin A for adults:
1. A.
  4000 micrograms
2. B.
  1200 micrograms
3. C.
  600 micrograms
4. D.
  800 micrograms
Answer and explanation
Q97 · Applied Physiology · Renal system
In an adult male the GFR (Glomerular Filtration Rate) averages:
1. A.
  180 ml/min
2. B.
  200 ml/min
3. C.
  105 ml/min
4. D.
  125 ml/min
Answer and explanation
Q98 · Reasoning · Number series
Find the missing number in the following series:

10, 34, 106, ___? ___ 970
1. A.
  322
2. B.
  306
3. C.
  368
4. D.
  184
Answer and explanation
Q99 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Other Acute Problems
A casualty down with multiple fractures during a disaster, triaged in:
1. A.
  Green color
2. B.
  Black color
3. C.
  Red color
4. D.
  Yellow color
Answer and explanation
Q100 · General Knowledge · Miscellaneous
The mechanism of ATP generation that links chemical reaction with pumping of hydrogen ions is called:
1. A.
  Oxidation
2. B.
  Reduction
3. C.
  Chemiosmosis
4. D.
  Metabolism
Answer and explanation
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Q101 · General Knowledge · National Current Affairs
Which of the following is listed as an 'Achiever' state is Niti Aayog Inaugural Report of Fiscal Health Index, listed in 2025?
1. A.
  Jharkhand
2. B.
  Maharashtra
3. C.
  Uttar Pradesh
4. D.
  Telangana
Answer and explanation
Q102 · Applied Nutrition & Dietetics · Vitamins
Which of the vitamin is regarded as kidney hormone?
1. A.
  Vita.D
2. B.
  Thiamine
3. C.
  Vita.K
4. D.
  Vita.C
Answer and explanation
Q103 · Applied Physiology · Reproductive system
Semen has a pH of:
1. A.
  4.8–6.2
2. B.
  5.8–6.8
3. C.
  7.2–7.7
4. D.
  9.1–7.0
Answer and explanation
Q104 · Reasoning · Arrangements & Puzzles
Eight persons G, H, F, A, K, D, C and J are sitting in front of one another in two rows. Each row has 4 persons. G between D and C and facing north. K, who is to immediate left of H is facing J. F is between A and H and to the immediate right of C. Who is sitting in front of G?
1. A.
  A
2. B.
  H
3. C.
  F
4. D.
  K
Answer and explanation
Q105 · Applied Anatomy · Digestive System
The vermiform appendix is attached to the:
1. A.
  Caecum
2. B.
  Colon
3. C.
  Duodenum
4. D.
  Jejunum
Answer and explanation
Q106 · General Knowledge · Indian history
Who is the first differently-abled woman to climb the Mount Everest?
1. A.
  Junko Tabei
2. B.
  Arunima Sinha
3. C.
  Arati Saha
4. D.
  Santosh Yadav
Answer and explanation
Q107 · Nursing Foundations · Health Assessment
The nurse collects subjective data while doing patient assessment; which of the condition nursing documents?
1. A.
  Patient is feeling nauseous
2. B.
  Temperature is 102°F
3. C.
  Patient ankles are swollen
4. D.
  Patient vomits after eating food
Answer and explanation
Q108 · Applied Anatomy · Nervous System
The cranial nerve that arises from the posterior aspect of the brain stem that controls the movement of the eye ball is?
1. A.
  Trochlear nerve
2. B.
  Trigeminal nerve
3. C.
  Optic nerve
4. D.
  Vagus nerve
Answer and explanation
Q109 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Other Acute Problems
A single rescuer performs both artificial respiration and compression at the ratio of:
1. A.
  20:2
2. B.
  30:2
3. C.
  30:1
4. D.
  15:2
Answer and explanation
Q110 · English · Miscellaneous
The place of articulation for the sound 'da' is:
1. A.
  Slave
2. B.
  Ancestor
3. C.
  Kaav
4. D.
  Dental
Answer and explanation
Q111 · Nursing Foundations · Procedures
The depth of chest compression for adult during CPR:
1. A.
  2-3 cm
2. B.
  1.5-2 cm
3. C.
  6-7 cm
4. D.
  5-6 cm
Answer and explanation
Q112 · English · Error Detection
In the following sentence, identify the part which contains an error. He is determined (a) / for harming (b) / his own future (c) / (d)
1. A.
  (c)
2. B.
  (d)
3. C.
  (a)
4. D.
  (b)
Answer and explanation
Q113 · Nursing Foundations · Nursing Care & Specific Procedures
A nurse should lubricate the length of catheter while doing female catheterization:
1. A.
  10 cm to 12.5 cm
2. B.
  9 cm to 10 cm
3. C.
  12.5 cm to 17.5 cm
4. D.
  2.5 cm to 5 cm
Answer and explanation
Q114 · Applied Nutrition & Dietetics · Vitamins
The metabolite excreted in urine in thiamine deficiency:
1. A.
  Xanthinic acid
2. B.
  FIGLU
3. C.
  Pyruvate
4. D.
  Glucose
Answer and explanation
Q115 · Applied Psychology · Motivation & Emotional Processes
The motivation theory which says that we are motivated to seek goals which give us emotional feelings and avoids goals resulting in displeasure:
1. A.
  Opponent process theory
2. B.
  Optimal level theory
3. C.
  Drive theory
4. D.
  Incentive theory
Answer and explanation
Q116 · Applied Physiology · Nervous System
The part of the brain that regulates posture and balance is:
1. A.
  Pons
2. B.
  Cerebrum
3. C.
  Cerebellum
4. D.
  Medulla
Answer and explanation
Q117 · Reasoning · Analogy
Select the option that is related to the third term in the same way as the second term is related to the first term and the sixth term is related to the fifth term.
$34:85 = 48:? = 62:155$
1. A.
  148
2. B.
  105
3. C.
  100
4. D.
  120
Answer and explanation
Q118 · Reasoning · Miscellaneous
Given below is a question followed by two statements numbered (I) and (II), each containing some information. You have to decide which of the statements is/are sufficient to answer the question.

The sum of ages of X, Y and Z is 60 years. What is Y's age?

Statement:

(I) Y is 10 years older than X. (II) Z is 30 years old.
1. A.
  Both statements (I) and (II) together are necessary to answer the question.
2. B.
  Both statements (I) and (II) together are not sufficient to answer the question.
3. C.
  The statement (II) alone is sufficient to answer the question, while statement (I) alone is not sufficient.
4. D.
  The statement (I) alone is sufficient to answer the question, while statement (II) alone is not sufficient.
Answer and explanation
Q119 · Applied Anatomy · Respiratory System
In which part of the respiratory system gaseous exchange takes place?
1. A.
  Larynx
2. B.
  Secondary bronchi
3. C.
  Alveoli
4. D.
  Pharynx
Answer and explanation
Q120 · Nursing Foundations · Procedures
Heimlich maneuver procedure is done in the case of:
1. A.
  Drowning
2. B.
  Shock
3. C.
  Choking
4. D.
  Abdominal bleeding
Answer and explanation

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