OSSSC Nursing Officer 2021 question paper

OSSSC Nursing Officer · 2021 · 100 questions · 120 minutes · 0.25 mark deducted per wrong answer

Medical & Surgical Nursing 23
Obstetrics & Gynaecology 15
Nursing Foundations 11
Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics 10
Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) 7
Mental Health Nursing 7
English 5
Pharmacology 4
Applied Physiology 4
Applied Anatomy 3
Applied Microbiology & Infection control 3
Community Health Nursing 3
Applied Nutrition & Dietetics 3
Biochemistry & Nutrition 1
Pathology & Genetics 1

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Q1 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Gas Exchange and Respiratory Function
Physician ordered oral as well as nasal suction to a client. You will do suction first in...
1. A.
  Mouth
2. B.
  Nose
3. C.
  Where the secretion is more
4. D.
  Where the secretion is less
Answer and explanation
Q2 · Pharmacology · General Pharmacology
A child is to receive dexamethasone (Decadron) intravenously at the ordered dosage of 7.6 mg. The drug concentration in the vial is 4 mg/mL. Which of the following amount would the nurse administer?
1. A.
  0.05 mL
2. B.
  0.72 mL
3. C.
  1.9 mL
4. D.
  3.8 mL
Answer and explanation
Q3 · Applied Physiology · Circulatory & Lymphatic system
What do you mean by systolic B.P.?
1. A.
  The pressure within the arteries during dilatation of left ventricles
2. B.
  The pressure within the arteries during contraction of left atrium
3. C.
  The pressure within the arteries during contraction of left ventricles
4. D.
  The pressure within the arteries during complete cardiac diastole.
Answer and explanation
Q4 · Nursing Foundations · Miscellaneous
What is the most appropriate nursing intervention while treating a laceration?
1. A.
  Monitor blood pressure
2. B.
  Elevate the body part
3. C.
  Apply pressure dressing and heat
4. D.
  Apply pressure dressing and ice pack
Answer and explanation
Q5 · Pharmacology · Miscellaneous
Nurse should be aware that which of the following medication is never given directly intravenously as a safety alert:
1. A.
  Calcium gluconate
2. B.
  Dextrose
3. C.
  Lasix
4. D.
  Potassium chloride.
Answer and explanation
Q6 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Immunologic Function
For what purpose Paraffin bath is used?
1. A.
  Burn
2. B.
  Rheumatoid arthritis
3. C.
  Abdominal distension
4. D.
  Oedema
Answer and explanation
Q7 · English · Grammar
What is the feminine gender of ‘nephew’?
1. A.
  aunt
2. B.
  nun
3. C.
  niece
4. D.
  lass
Answer and explanation
Q8 · Applied Anatomy · Introduction to Anatomical terms & Organization of Human Body
Mr. Hari was complaining about the pain at his right hypochondriac region which refers to a region of the
1. A.
  Head
2. B.
  Thorax
3. C.
  Abdomen
4. D.
  Upper limb
Answer and explanation
Q9 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Immunization and Immunodeficiency
A clinic nurse prepares to administer an MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccine to a five-year-old. The nurse administers this vaccine:
1. A.
  Intramuscularly in the anterolateral aspect of the thigh
2. B.
  Intramuscularly in deltoid muscle
3. C.
  Subcutaneously in the outer aspect of the upper arm
4. D.
  Subcutaneously in the gluteal muscle
Answer and explanation
Q10 · Nursing Foundations · Patient Education
When a drug is to be given at bed time, which of the following coded instruction is used?
1. A.
  sos
2. B.
  od
3. C.
  hs
4. D.
  ac
Answer and explanation
Q11 · Applied Microbiology & Infection control · Biomedical Waste Management (BMW)
Needles, syringes, scalpels and blades are disposed in:
1. A.
  Black bag
2. B.
  white box
3. C.
  Yellow bag
4. D.
  Red bag
Answer and explanation
Q12 · Community Health Nursing · Demography, Surveillance and Interpretation of Data
MMR Means...
1. A.
  Mother Mortality Ratio
2. B.
  Male Mortality Rate
3. C.
  Maternal Mortality Rate
4. D.
  Male Mortality Ratio
Answer and explanation
Q13 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Placenta and Fetal Membranes
Cut-section of Structure shown in the photograph contains
1. A.
  1 artery, 2 veins
2. B.
  2 artery, 2 veins
3. C.
  2 artery, 1 vein
4. D.
  1 artery, 1 vein
Answer and explanation
Q14 · Mental Health Nursing · Treatment modalities and therapies used in mental disorders
The sequence of administration of medications in anesthesia for ECT is:
1. A.
  Atropine--- thiopentone/methohexitol --- succinylcholine
2. B.
  Succinylcholine---atropine---thiopentone/methohexitol
3. C.
  Atracurium---succinylcholine---atropine
4. D.
  Atropine---succinylcholine---thiopentone/methohexitol
Answer and explanation
Q15 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Immunization and Immunodeficiency
Following DPT immunization a child developed swelling and tenderness at the injection site, a low-grade fever, and malaise. What is the appropriate nursing reaction?
1. A.
  Ask the parents to take the child to emergency
2. B.
  Educate them that this is occurring because of allergy to the vaccine
3. C.
  This is the expected reaction and teach them how to manage
4. D.
  In future avoid DPT injections to the child
Answer and explanation
Q16 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Newborn Infants
Which babies are at higher risk to have hypothermia?
1. A.
  Baby with any congenital abnormality
2. B.
  Low birth weight babies
3. C.
  Healthy baby
4. D.
  One year old child.
Answer and explanation
Q17 · Mental Health Nursing · Mood disorders
Mania is characterized by:
1. A.
  Paranoid delusion
2. B.
  High self-esteem
3. C.
  Loss of insight
4. D.
  Loss of orientation
Answer and explanation
Q18 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Other Acute Problems
Identify the strip shown in the photograph
1. A.
  Combined OCP
2. B.
  Iron Folic acid tablets
3. C.
  DOTS
4. D.
  MDT
Answer and explanation
Q19 · English · Grammar
Fill in the blank with appropriate preposition.

Rama is senior _______________ Dama.
1. A.
  to
2. B.
  than
3. C.
  from
4. D.
  in
Answer and explanation
Q20 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Cardiovascular, Circulatory, and Hematologic Function
Where does catheter inserted through, for left sided cardiac catheterization?
1. A.
  Antecubital vein
2. B.
  Radial vein
3. C.
  Femoral artery
4. D.
  Femoral vein
Answer and explanation
Q21 · Applied Physiology · Blood
The normal platelet count in human blood is about:
1. A.
  70000-90000/mm³ blood
2. B.
  150000-350000/mm³ blood
3. C.
  50,000-350000/mm³ blood
4. D.
  4000-11000/mm³ blood
Answer and explanation
Q22 · Applied Anatomy · Reproductive System
What is the normal size (length, width and thickness) of non-pregnant uterus in an adult?
1. A.
  7.5 × 2.5 × 1.5 cm
2. B.
  5 × 2 × 1 cm
3. C.
  12.5 × 10 × 2.5 cm
4. D.
  7.5 × 5 × 2.5 cm
Answer and explanation
Q23 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Miscellaneous
During blood transfusion therapy patient developed wheezing and her skin becomes flushed with hives. These are the characteristics of...
1. A.
  Hemolytic reaction
2. B.
  Allergic reaction
3. C.
  Transfusion reaction
4. D.
  Thrombotic crisis
Answer and explanation
Q24 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Sensorineural Function
Earliest sign of glaucoma is
1. A.
  Double vision
2. B.
  Halos around lights
3. C.
  Blurred vision
4. D.
  Headache
Answer and explanation
Q25 · Nursing Foundations · Administration of medications
Injection technique shown in figure is used to administer?
1. A.
  BCG
2. B.
  Measles
3. C.
  Hepatitis B
4. D.
  Japanese Encephalitis
Answer and explanation
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Q26 · Applied Physiology · Blood
Which blood group is known as the universal donor?
1. A.
  O
2. B.
  AB
3. C.
  A
4. D.
  B
Answer and explanation
Q27 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Normal Growth and its Disorders
Expected weight of one-year old child, when the birth weight is 3.5 kg:
1. A.
  7 kg
2. B.
  6 kg
3. C.
  9.5 kg
4. D.
  10.5 kg
Answer and explanation
Q28 · English · Grammar
Find out the correct part of the speech of the underlined word.

Always speak the truth.
1. A.
  noun
2. B.
  pronoun
3. C.
  verb
4. D.
  adverb
Answer and explanation
Q29 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Physiological Changes During Pregnancy
Which of the following conditions is common in pregnant clients in the 2nd trimester of pregnancy?
1. A.
  Mastitis
2. B.
  Metabolic alkalosis
3. C.
  Physiologic anemia
4. D.
  Respiratory acidosis
Answer and explanation
Q30 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Diagnosis of Pregnancy
Correct method for calculating EDD:
1. A.
  Last day of first period + 280 days
2. B.
  Last day of last menstrual period + 280 days
3. C.
  1st day of last menstrual period + 200 days
4. D.
  1st day of last menstrual period + 280 days
Answer and explanation
Q31 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Fluid and Electrolytes: Balance and Distribution
What is this?
1. A.
  Intravenous fluid infusion set
2. B.
  Blood set
3. C.
  Arterial line
4. D.
  CVP line
Answer and explanation
Q32 · English · Grammar
Fill in the blank with appropriate verb.

The teacher as well as the students _______________ responsible for the agitation in the school campus.
1. A.
  are
2. B.
  is
3. C.
  shall
4. D.
  were
Answer and explanation
Q33 · Nursing Foundations · Administration of medications
500 mg of a drug is order. It is supplied in tablets of 1gram per tablet. How many tablets should be administered?
1. A.
  0.5 tablet
2. B.
  1 tablet
3. C.
  1.5 tablets
4. D.
  2 tablets
Answer and explanation
Q34 · Nursing Foundations · Procedures
What is the colour coding of nitrous oxide cylinder?
1. A.
  Red
2. B.
  French blue
3. C.
  Black with white shoulders
4. D.
  Black
Answer and explanation
Q35 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Miscellaneous
After 4 years the principal amount of Rs. 12000 grows into Rs. 14,400. Find out the rate of simple interest?
1. A.
  3%
2. B.
  5%
3. C.
  4%
4. D.
  6%
Answer and explanation
Q36 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Diseases of Gastrointestinal System and Liver
The nurse is aware that the most common assessment finding in a child with ulcerative colitis is:
1. A.
  Intense abdominal cramps
2. B.
  Profuse diarrhea
3. C.
  Anal fissures
4. D.
  Abdominal distention
Answer and explanation
Q37 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Speed–distance–time
A man completed a journey in 10 hours. He travelled first half of the total distance at the rate of 21 km/hr and second half at the rate of 24 km/hr. What is the total distance he travelled in kilometer?
1. A.
  220 km
2. B.
  224 km
3. C.
  230 km
4. D.
  234 km
Answer and explanation
Q38 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Nutrition
Which is the best solid food that can be used during the process of weaning?
1. A.
  Fruits
2. B.
  Vegetables
3. C.
  Egg white
4. D.
  Rice cereals
Answer and explanation
Q39 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Miscellaneous
At what time blood sample should be collected from the patient with malaria.
1. A.
  When temperature is normal
2. B.
  When fever is just started
3. C.
  After taking meal
4. D.
  At the high level of fever.
Answer and explanation
Q40 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Newborn Infants
Bottle fed babies are more prone than breastfed babies to:
1. A.
  cough and cold
2. B.
  diarrhea
3. C.
  impetigo
4. D.
  TB
Answer and explanation
Q41 · Applied Anatomy · Circulatory & Lymphatic System
Connection between artery and vein is known as
1. A.
  Capillaries
2. B.
  Arterioles
3. C.
  Venules
4. D.
  Lymph
Answer and explanation
Q42 · Community Health Nursing · Miscellaneous
Identify the symbol shown in photograph
1. A.
  Recyclable waste
2. B.
  Biohazard waste
3. C.
  E-waste
4. D.
  Food waste
Answer and explanation
Q43 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Gas Exchange and Respiratory Function
What is the instrument shown below?
1. A.
  Urethral dilator
2. B.
  Tracheal dilator
3. C.
  Aneurysm needle
4. D.
  None of the above
Answer and explanation
Q44 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Fluid and Electrolytes: Balance and Distribution
Patient complains of pain and has redness with swelling at the site of IV. The nurse must
1. A.
  Stop infusion and remove IV cannula
2. B.
  Start nasal oxygen
3. C.
  Change IV tubing and the solution
4. D.
  Apply warm moist pack to the reddened area
Answer and explanation
Q45 · Nursing Foundations · Administration of medications
The angle of the syringe and needle for intramuscular injections is:
1. A.
  90°
2. B.
  45°
3. C.
  15°
4. D.
  10°
Answer and explanation
Q46 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Oncology: Nursing Management in Cancer Care
Risk factors for breast cancer include?
1. A.
  Young age
2. B.
  Young age at menopause
3. C.
  Young age at first births
4. D.
  Young age at menarche
Answer and explanation
Q47 · Applied Nutrition & Dietetics · Vitamins
Which of the following vitamin enhances blood clotting?
1. A.
  Vitamin K.
2. B.
  Vitamin B
3. C.
  Vitamin C
4. D.
  Vitamin A.
Answer and explanation
Q48 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Antenatal Care, Preconceptional Counseling and Care
Pregnant women, who is 4 months pregnant asks the nurse how much and what type of exercise she should get during pregnancy. How should nurse counsel her?
1. A.
  Exercise to raise the heart rate above 140 beats/minute for 20 minutes daily
2. B.
  Perform gentle back-lying exercises for 30 minutes daily
3. C.
  Try high-intensity aerobics, but limit sessions to 15 minutes daily.
4. D.
  Walk briskly for 10 to 15 minutes daily and gradually increase this time
Answer and explanation
Q49 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Profit & loss
If the marked price of an article is Rs. 400/- and its sale price is Rs. 340/-, Find out the percentage of discount.
1. A.
  10%
2. B.
  15%
3. C.
  12%
4. D.
  18%
Answer and explanation
Q50 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Cardiovascular, Circulatory, and Hematologic Function
The test done in the picture is to test the patency of:
1. A.
  Ulnar artery
2. B.
  Radial artery
3. C.
  Ulnar vein
4. D.
  Radial vein
Answer and explanation
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Q51 · Mental Health Nursing · Organic Brain Disorders
A person, seeing a rope, takes it to be a snake. This condition is called:
1. A.
  Depersonalization
2. B.
  Hallucination
3. C.
  Delusion
4. D.
  Illusion
Answer and explanation
Q52 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Miscellaneous
Oral contraceptive pills need to be started on...
1. A.
  1st day of menstruation
2. B.
  3rd day of menstruation
3. C.
  5th day of menstruation
4. D.
  7th day of menstruation
Answer and explanation
Q53 · Nursing Foundations · Vital Signs
While measuring blood pressure in upper arm, the chest piece of stethoscope is placed over which of the following arteries?
1. A.
  Ulnar
2. B.
  Radial
3. C.
  Brachial
4. D.
  Axillary
Answer and explanation
Q54 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Miscellaneous
What is the cube of -1 1/3?
1. A.
  16/9
2. B.
  -16/27
3. C.
  -64/27
4. D.
  64/27
Answer and explanation
Q55 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Gas Exchange and Respiratory Function
A client comes to the clinic with a bleeding nose. Which of the following instruction to the client is most appropriate?
1. A.
  Sit up with your head tilted forward. Grasp the soft part of your nose firmly between your thumb and forefinger
2. B.
  Lay down and tilt your head backward. Grasp the end of your nose between your fingers
3. C.
  Sit up and lean backwards. Put pressure on the side of your nose with your hand
4. D.
  Lay down and tilt your head to one side and put pressure on the side of your nose with your hand
Answer and explanation
Q56 · Applied Microbiology & Infection control · Disinfection and Sterilization
Sterilization of endoscope is done:
1. A.
  By autoclaving
2. B.
  By U. V. rays
3. C.
  By 2% phenol
4. D.
  By 2% gluteraldehyde
Answer and explanation
Q57 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Sensorineural Function
Method of choice to remove ear wax is
1. A.
  Mineral oils
2. B.
  Cotton swab applicator
3. C.
  Warm normal saline irrigation
4. D.
  Otoscope
Answer and explanation
Q58 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Profit & loss
If three-fifth (3/5) of 60% of a number is 36, then what is the number?
1. A.
  100
2. B.
  80
3. C.
  75
4. D.
  90
Answer and explanation
Q59 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Musculoskeletal Function
Purposes of traction include
1. A.
  Used in the treatment of fracture
2. B.
  It helps to reduce muscle spasm and contracture
3. C.
  Helps in internal reduction
4. D.
  Both A and B
Answer and explanation
Q60 · Applied Microbiology & Infection control · Disinfection and Sterilization
For effective sterilization, steam in an autoclave should be at a pressure of 15 pounds per square inch for 30 minutes and at a temperature of:
1. A.
  100°C
2. B.
  110°C
3. C.
  121°C
4. D.
  131°C
Answer and explanation
Q61 · Mental Health Nursing · Schizophrenia
False sensory perceptions with no basis in reality are known as:
1. A.
  Hallucinations
2. B.
  Delusions
3. C.
  Loose associations
4. D.
  Neologisms
Answer and explanation
Q62 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Miscellaneous
Which of the following is a common symptom of lung cancer?
1. A.
  Cough or change in a chronic cough
2. B.
  Wheezing sound on inspiration
3. C.
  Foamy, blood-tinged sputum
4. D.
  Dyspnea on exertion
Answer and explanation
Q63 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Examination of a Gynecological Patient
What is known as X-ray study of the fallopian tube?
1. A.
  Sonography
2. B.
  Cholecystoscopy
3. C.
  Myelography
4. D.
  Salpingography.
Answer and explanation
Q64 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Endoscopic Surgery in Gynecology
Which position used in laparoscopic sterilization, female should be placed in:
1. A.
  Lithotomy position
2. B.
  Left lateral position
3. C.
  Supine position
4. D.
  Knee chest position.
Answer and explanation
Q65 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Digestive and Gastrointestinal Function
The nurse is providing a teaching session to a client who has ulcerative colitis. The nurse will instruct the client for which diet?
1. A.
  Carbohydrate-consistent diet
2. B.
  High-calorie, high-protein diet
3. C.
  High-calcium and high potassium diet
4. D.
  Low-residue, low-fiber diet
Answer and explanation
Q66 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Profit & loss
What is the decimal of 9% ?
1. A.
  0.9
2. B.
  0.009
3. C.
  0.09
4. D.
  0.0009
Answer and explanation
Q67 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Fluid and Electrolytes: Balance and Distribution
Characteristic feature of skin in a dehydrated patient include
1. A.
  Warm and dry
2. B.
  Loss of elasticity
3. C.
  Pigmented skin
4. D.
  Both A and B
Answer and explanation
Q68 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Diagnosis of Pregnancy
Appropriate time for TT immunization in a pregnant woman without previous TT immunization is
1. A.
  At first contact or as early as possible in pregnancy
2. B.
  Between 12 and 16 weeks of pregnancy
3. C.
  Between 20 and 24 weeks of pregnancy
4. D.
  Two weeks before EDD
Answer and explanation
Q69 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Urinary Tract Function
The term used to describe blood in the urine.
1. A.
  Glycosuria
2. B.
  Hematuria
3. C.
  Pyuria
4. D.
  Albuminuria.
Answer and explanation
Q70 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Digestive and Gastrointestinal Function
The most common site of occurring peptic ulcers in stomach:
1. A.
  Pyloric portion
2. B.
  Cardiac portion
3. C.
  Esophageal junction
4. D.
  Body of the stomach
Answer and explanation
Q71 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Fundamentals of Reproduction
When is the best time to achieve pregnancy?
1. A.
  Midway between periods
2. B.
  Immediately after menses end
3. C.
  14 days before the next period is expected
4. D.
  14 days after the beginning of the next period
Answer and explanation
Q72 · Mental Health Nursing · Neurotic, stress related and somatisation disorders
A 20-year-old female complains of sudden onset palpitation and apprehension. She is sweating for last 10 minutes and fears of impending death. Diagnosis is
1. A.
  Hysteria
2. B.
  Generalized Anxiety Disorder
3. C.
  Cystic fibrosis
4. D.
  Panic attack
Answer and explanation
Q73 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Neuroendocrinology in Relation to Reproduction
Which gland is responsible for initiating the menstrual cycle?
1. A.
  Ovaries
2. B.
  Anterior Pituitary Gland (APG)
3. C.
  Posterior pituitary gland (PPG)
4. D.
  Hypothalamus
Answer and explanation
Q74 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Medical and Surgical Illness Complicating Pregnancy
The physician is examining the patient's abdomen to diagnose possible _______.
1. A.
  Cullen's sign
2. B.
  Ulcerative colitis
3. C.
  Appendicitis
4. D.
  Diverticulitis
Answer and explanation
Q75 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Integumentary Function
A client is admitted with a burn injury to both of his upper extremities. What is the total body surface area (TBSA) affected for this patient, according to rule of nine?
1. A.
  9%
2. B.
  18%
3. C.
  36%
4. D.
  27%
Answer and explanation
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Q76 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Cardiovascular, Circulatory, and Hematologic Function
What does the following ECG indicates?
1. A.
  Complete heart block
2. B.
  First degree heart block
3. C.
  Second degree heart block
4. D.
  Third degree heart block
Answer and explanation
Q77 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Miscellaneous
A person crosses a 600 metre long street in 5 minutes. What is his speed in kilometer per hour?
1. A.
  3.6
2. B.
  7.2
3. C.
  8.4
4. D.
  10
Answer and explanation
Q78 · Mental Health Nursing · Sleep Disorders
Hypnotic drugs are used to treat:
1. A.
  Psychosis
2. B.
  Sleep disorders
3. C.
  Narcolepsy
4. D.
  Parkinsonian disorders
Answer and explanation
Q79 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Hemorrhage in Early Pregnancy
The most common cause of abortion in first trimester
1. A.
  Chromosomal abnormality
2. B.
  Trauma
3. C.
  Maternal disease
4. D.
  RTI
Answer and explanation
Q80 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Miscellaneous
What is the ratio between 0.02 and 0.002?
1. A.
  1:10
2. B.
  1:100
3. C.
  100:1
4. D.
  10:1
Answer and explanation
Q81 · Pharmacology · Antimicrobial Drugs
Which one of the following anti-tuberculosis drugs cannot be given during pregnancy?
1. A.
  Rifampicin
2. B.
  Ethambutol
3. C.
  Streptomycin
4. D.
  INH
Answer and explanation
Q82 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · COMPLICATED LABOR-Malposition, Malpresentation and Cord Prolapse
Onset of true labour pains to full dilatation of cervix indicates.
1. A.
  First stage of labour
2. B.
  IInd stage of labour
3. C.
  IIIrd stage of labour
4. D.
  IVth stage of labour
Answer and explanation
Q83 · Community Health Nursing · Epidemiology – Epidemiological Approaches and Processes
Frozen DPT vaccine should be ?
1. A.
  Brought to room temperature before use
2. B.
  Discarded
3. C.
  Allowed to melt before use
4. D.
  Shaken thoroughly before use
Answer and explanation
Q84 · Applied Nutrition & Dietetics · Balanced Diet
The diet that is appropriate in normal pregnancy should be high in:
1. A.
  Carbohydrates and vitamins
2. B.
  Proteins, carbohydrates and fats
3. C.
  Fats and minerals
4. D.
  Protein, minerals and vitamins
Answer and explanation
Q85 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Miscellaneous
After 15 years, a man will be just four times as old as he was 15 years ago. What is his present age?
1. A.
  10 years
2. B.
  15 years
3. C.
  20 years
4. D.
  25 years
Answer and explanation
Q86 · English · Vocabulary
Fill in the blank with correct spelling of the word.

The blue _______________ is flying very high in the air.
1. A.
  ballon
2. B.
  balloon
3. C.
  baloon
4. D.
  bellon
Answer and explanation
Q87 · Biochemistry & Nutrition · Insulin, Glucose Homeostasis & Diabetes Mellitus
Which of the following can be detected by Benedict’s test in a urine sample?
1. A.
  Protein
2. B.
  Bile salt
3. C.
  Glucose
4. D.
  Ketone
Answer and explanation
Q88 · Nursing Foundations · Administration of medications
A child is to receive 500 mL of an I/V solution over 12 hours via tubing that delivers micro drips at 60 drops/mL. The nurse would infuse solution at which of the following rates?
1. A.
  42 drops/minute
2. B.
  48 drops/minute
3. C.
  63 drops/minute
4. D.
  84 drops/minute
Answer and explanation
Q89 · Pathology & Genetics · Systemic Pathology
Abnormal hardening of bone and an elevation in bone density is known as
1. A.
  Osteoporosis
2. B.
  Osteopetrosis
3. C.
  Osteomalecia
4. D.
  Arthritis
Answer and explanation
Q90 · Nursing Foundations · Infection control & BMW management
You are irrigating a draining wound with sterile saline solution. Which of the following would be the most appropriate procedure to follow:
1. A.
  Prepare sterile field, put on sterile gloves and remove soiled dressing, wash hands
2. B.
  Wash hands, wear clean gloves, remove soiled dressing, remove gloves, wash hands, wear sterile gloves, prepare sterile field
3. C.
  Remove soiled dressing, flush wound and wash hands, prepare sterile field
4. D.
  Pour solution, wash hands and remove soiled dressing, prepare sterile field
Answer and explanation
Q91 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Normal Labor
The first thing that a nurse must ensure when the baby's head comes out is
1. A.
  The cord is intact
2. B.
  No part of the cord is encircling the baby's neck
3. C.
  The cord is still attached to the placenta
4. D.
  The cord is still pulsating
Answer and explanation
Q92 · Nursing Foundations · Diagnostic testing
Urine sample for culture is collected from:
1. A.
  First urine
2. B.
  Last urine
3. C.
  Midstream urine
4. D.
  First and last urine.
Answer and explanation
Q93 · Pharmacology · Miscellaneous
Which of the following drugs that causes expulsion of gas from the intestinal tract:
1. A.
  Laxative
2. B.
  Cathartics
3. C.
  Carminatives
4. D.
  Astringent
Answer and explanation
Q94 · Applied Nutrition & Dietetics · Nutritional Assessment and Nutrition Education
What of the following can be monitored using this tape?
1. A.
  Nutritional status
2. B.
  Ascites
3. C.
  Skull growth
4. D.
  Height
Answer and explanation
Q95 · Mental Health Nursing · Schizophrenia
During the assessment stage, a client with schizophrenia leaves his arm in the air after the nurse has taken his blood pressure. His action shows an evidence of:
1. A.
  Somatic delusions
2. B.
  Waxy flexibility
3. C.
  Neologisms
4. D.
  Nihilistic delusions
Answer and explanation
Q96 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Placenta and Fetal Membranes
Placenta is the organ that provides exchange of nutrients and waste products between mother and fetus. This develops by
1. A.
  First month
2. B.
  Third month
3. C.
  Fifth month
4. D.
  Seventh month
Answer and explanation
Q97 · Applied Physiology · Renal system
The main function of kidney is to
1. A.
  Eliminate oxygen
2. B.
  Regulate fluid balance and removing waste products
3. C.
  Metabolize vitamins
4. D.
  Eliminate carbon dioxide
Answer and explanation
Q98 · Nursing Foundations · Administration of medications
Identify the incorrect pair among the following:
1. A.
  BCG-TB-Intradermal
2. B.
  DPT-Pertussis-SC
3. C.
  MMR – Rubella-S/C
4. D.
  OPV-Polio-Oral
Answer and explanation
Q99 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Miscellaneous
1. A.
  $2\sqrt{6}$
2. B.
  $6\sqrt{2}$
3. C.
  2
4. D.
  $\frac{1}{2}\sqrt{6}$
Answer and explanation
Q100 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Fluid and Electrolytes: Balance and Distribution
The IV fluid of choice in a patient with severe dehydration
1. A.
  5% Dextrose
2. B.
  Dextrose Normal Saline (DNS)
3. C.
  IV albumin
4. D.
  Ringer Lactate
Answer and explanation

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