SGPGI Nursing Officer 2024 question paper

SGPGI Nursing Officer · 2024 · 100 questions · 120 minutes · 0.33 mark deducted per wrong answer

Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics 17
Medical & Surgical Nursing 15
Reasoning 10
Pharmacology 8
Nursing Foundations 8
English 8
General Knowledge 6
Applied Physiology 5
Nursing Management & Leadership 5
Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) 4
Applied Anatomy 4
Health Information and Technology (Basic Computer) 3
Obstetrics & Gynaecology 3
Forensic Nursing & Indian laws 1
Community Health Nursing 1
Applied Nutrition & Dietetics 1
Biochemistry & Nutrition 1

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Q1 · Pharmacology · Drugs acting on Autonomic Nervoys system
Atropine works on which cranial nerve to reduce heart rate?
1. A.
  Vagus Nerve
2. B.
  Facial Nerve
3. C.
  Trigeminal Nerve
4. D.
  Accessory spinal nerve
Answer and explanation
Q2 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Simplification
What is the value of 11.047 rounded off to the nearest tenth?
1. A.
  11
2. B.
  11.1
3. C.
  11.2
4. D.
  12.04
Answer and explanation
Q3 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Neurologic Function
What is the GCS scale used for?
1. A.
  To assess level of consciousness
2. B.
  To assess characteristics of pain
3. C.
  To assess severity of bed sore
4. D.
  To assess severity of injury
Answer and explanation
Q4 · Applied Physiology · Endocrine system
Identify an incorrect option from the following hormone-gland pairs.
1. A.
  Vasopressin | Posterior pituitary gland
2. B.
  HCG | Ovary
3. C.
  Adipose tissue | Leptin hormone
4. D.
  Adrenal | Amylase
Answer and explanation
Q5 · General Knowledge · Everyday science
Which is the following strongest Natural Fiber?
1. A.
  Silk
2. B.
  Cotton
3. C.
  Wool
4. D.
  Jute
Answer and explanation
Q6 · General Knowledge · International Current Affairs
How many permanent members are there in the UNO?
1. A.
  3
2. B.
  4
3. C.
  5
4. D.
  6
Answer and explanation
Q7 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Miscellaneous
How long can blood be kept out of refrigeration before transfusion?
1. A.
  30 min
2. B.
  45 min
3. C.
  2 hrs
4. D.
  4 hrs
Answer and explanation
Q8 · Nursing Foundations · Administration of medications
What is the preferred injection site for the Z-track method?
1. A.
  Deltoid muscle
2. B.
  Ventrogluteal muscle
3. C.
  Vastus lateralis
4. D.
  Dorsogluteal
Answer and explanation
Q9 · Nursing Management & Leadership · Organisational Behaviour & Human Relations
The leadership style in which the leaders motivate and inspires the subordinates to work beyond their capacities and expectations is called:
1. A.
  Transformational leadership
2. B.
  Transactional leadership
3. C.
  Directive leadership
4. D.
  Laissez faire leadership
Answer and explanation
Q10 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Common Medical Procedures
Which pain scale is used for non-verbal children?
1. A.
  Face pain rating scale
2. B.
  Numerical rating scale (NRS)
3. C.
  Visual analog scale (VAS)
4. D.
  FLACC scale
Answer and explanation
Q11 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Miscellaneous
If a staff after taking all three Hepatitis B vaccines, when a booster dose should be taken?
1. A.
  No need
2. B.
  After 5 years
3. C.
  After 1 year
4. D.
  After 10 years
Answer and explanation
Q12 · Pharmacology · Miscellaneous
Dose of Adrenaline in one ampule?
1. A.
  0.1 mg
2. B.
  0.5 mg
3. C.
  1 mg
4. D.
  2 mg (1:10,000)
Answer and explanation
Q13 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Other Acute Problems
Which formula is used in BLS for life-saving of the victim?
1. A.
  ABC
2. B.
  ACB
3. C.
  BAC
4. D.
  CAB
Answer and explanation
Q14 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Gas Exchange and Respiratory Function
A 70-year-old man has been smoking excessively for 30 years. What is the most common disease he is likely to develop?
1. A.
  Sarcoidosis
2. B.
  Chronic bronchitis
3. C.
  Glaucoma
4. D.
  Cataract
Answer and explanation
Q15 · Health Information and Technology (Basic Computer) · Introduction to computer applications
_______, _______ and _______ are used in MS-Word 2019 to move to the next cell, previous cell, and the first cell of a table row respectively.
1. A.
  Ctrl + Tab, Alt + Tab, Ctrl + Alt + Home
2. B.
  Shift + Tab, Ctrl + Tab, Shift + Alt + Home
3. C.
  Shift + Tab, Tab, Ctrl + Home
4. D.
  Tab, Shift + Tab, Alt + Home
Answer and explanation
Q16 · Pharmacology · Miscellaneous
Which of the following medicines is used in asystole?
1. A.
  Epinephrine
2. B.
  Atropine
3. C.
  Dopamine
4. D.
  Steroid
Answer and explanation
Q17 · English · Vocabulary
Choose the one which can be substituted for the given word/sentence. List of the business or subjects to be considered at a meeting.
1. A.
  Schedule
2. B.
  Timetable
3. C.
  Agenda
4. D.
  Plan
Answer and explanation
Q18 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Miscellaneous
The solution of the equation 4p - 2 = 10 is:
1. A.
  1
2. B.
  2
3. C.
  3
4. D.
  4
Answer and explanation
Q19 · Nursing Management & Leadership · Management Process
The process of job creation, which enables the organization to achieve its goals while motivating and rewarding the employee, is called _________.
1. A.
  Job Specification
2. B.
  Job Design/Outline
3. C.
  Job Identification
4. D.
  Job Description
Answer and explanation
Q20 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Cardiovascular, Circulatory, and Hematologic Function
All are true about the grades of phlebitis, EXCEPT:
1. A.
  Grade I: No symptoms
2. B.
  Grade II: Pain and inflammation
3. C.
  Grade III: pain inflammation redness
4. D.
  Fourth stage: pain inflammation redness and exudate
Answer and explanation
Q21 · English · Grammar
The bird ______ wings correspond ______ a man's hands.
1. A.
  of, to
2. B.
  of, at
3. C.
  to, of
4. D.
  at, of
Answer and explanation
Q22 · Applied Physiology · Circulatory & Lymphatic system
What does the P wave in an ECG graph denote?
1. A.
  Ventricular systole
2. B.
  Atrial depolarization
3. C.
  Ventricular depolarization
4. D.
  Atrial repolarization
Answer and explanation
Q23 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Urinary Tract Function
What is the most common complication of peritoneal dialysis?
1. A.
  DVT
2. B.
  Peritonitis
3. C.
  Hypertension
4. D.
  Polyuria
Answer and explanation
Q24 · Reasoning · Miscellaneous
Find the perimeter of a square whose length measures y units?
1. A.
  6 y units
2. B.
  4 y units
3. C.
  2 y units
4. D.
  8 y units
Answer and explanation
Q25 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Miscellaneous
The solution of the equation 12p - 11 = 13 is:
1. A.
  1
2. B.
  2
3. C.
  3
4. D.
  4
Answer and explanation
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Q26 · English · Grammar
Select the option that is related to the third term in the same way as the second term is related to the first term. Lion: Lioness :: Fox :
1. A.
  Vixen
2. B.
  Foxes
3. C.
  Fox
4. D.
  Fose
Answer and explanation
Q27 · Pharmacology · Miscellaneous
Which drug is used to protect heart muscle in a patient with hyperkalemia?
1. A.
  Calcium Gluconate
2. B.
  Insulin
3. C.
  Sodium Bicarbonate
4. D.
  Dextrose
Answer and explanation
Q28 · General Knowledge · National Current Affairs
An integrated mobile application developed to serve various passenger requirements, including apply and renewal of travel concession ID card is known as _________.
1. A.
  Centre for Railway Information System (CRIS)
2. B.
  Rail Sahyogi
3. C.
  Rail Saarthi
4. D.
  Unreserved Ticketing System (UTS) on Mobile
Answer and explanation
Q29 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Miscellaneous
Most reliable mask for oxygen administration?
1. A.
  Venturi mask
2. B.
  Rebreather mask
3. C.
  Nasal prong
4. D.
  Nasal Cannula
Answer and explanation
Q30 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Miscellaneous
If 50% of a number when added to 50 is equal to the number. Then the number is:
1. A.
  50
2. B.
  100
3. C.
  150
4. D.
  75
Answer and explanation
Q31 · English · Grammar
Change into passive voice - The girls ate a mango yesterday.
1. A.
  A mango is being eaten by the girls yesterday.
2. B.
  A mango has been eaten by the girls yesterday.
3. C.
  A mango is eaten by the girls yesterday.
4. D.
  A mango was eaten by the girls yesterday.
Answer and explanation
Q32 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Other Acute Problems
Which of the following sites needs to be assessed for a pulse during cardiac arrest in an adult?
1. A.
  Femoral
2. B.
  Carotid
3. C.
  Brachial
4. D.
  Apical
Answer and explanation
Q33 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Miscellaneous
A patient complains of chest pain and a tingling sensation, which radiates to the left shoulder and left hand. All of the following are risk factors EXCEPT?
1. A.
  High cholesterol
2. B.
  Smoking
3. C.
  Obesity
4. D.
  Low Sodium diet
Answer and explanation
Q34 · General Knowledge · Everyday science
What does HB in a pencil stand for?
1. A.
  Firm
2. B.
  Soft
3. C.
  Hard
4. D.
  Medium Hard
Answer and explanation
Q35 · Applied Anatomy · Musculoskeletal System
Which of the following is a correct statement about the anterior fontanelle?
1. A.
  It is diamond-shaped
2. B.
  It closes by 12–18 months
3. C.
  It is located between frontal and parietal bones
4. D.
  All of the above
Answer and explanation
Q36 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Miscellaneous
The sum of two numbers is 75 and their difference is 25. The product of the two numbers is
1. A.
  5750
2. B.
  125
3. C.
  4000
4. D.
  1250
Answer and explanation
Q37 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Work & Efficiency
Two pipes A and B can fill a tank separately in 2 hours and 6 hours respectively. If both the pipes are opened simultaneously then how much time will it take to fill the empty tank?
1. A.
  1 hour 30 minute
2. B.
  2 hour 30 minute
3. C.
  1 hour 15 minute
4. D.
  1 hour 10 minute
Answer and explanation
Q38 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Population Dynamics and Control of Conception
Which of the following contraceptive method does not require a doctor's prescription?
1. A.
  OCP
2. B.
  RSD
3. C.
  Condom
4. D.
  Diaphragm
Answer and explanation
Q39 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Miscellaneous
What is the sum of all prime numbers which are not greater than 17?
1. A.
  59
2. B.
  58
3. C.
  41
4. D.
  41
Answer and explanation
Q40 · Reasoning · Miscellaneous
A thin iron rod is cut into 10 equal parts parallel to its length. Then how many parts become?
1. A.
  10
2. B.
  11
3. C.
  05
4. D.
  20
Answer and explanation
Q41 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Cardiovascular, Circulatory, and Hematologic Function
What is the initial energy level of a biphasic defibrillator?
1. A.
  Biphasic 150-360J
2. B.
  Biphasic 120-200 J
3. C.
  Monophasic 120-200 J
4. D.
  Monophasic 50-120
Answer and explanation
Q42 · Reasoning · Coding-Decoding
If ROME is written as MORE then DARE is written as:
1. A.
  RDEA
2. B.
  RAED
3. C.
  RDAE
4. D.
  RADE
Answer and explanation
Q43 · Applied Physiology · Blood
Where are platelets formed?
1. A.
  Small intestine
2. B.
  Large intestine
3. C.
  Bone marrow
4. D.
  Liver
Answer and explanation
Q44 · Pharmacology · Cardiovascular Drugs
All of the following drugs are used in Hypertension EXCEPT?
1. A.
  Metformin
2. B.
  Ramipril
3. C.
  Telmisartan
4. D.
  Amlodipine
Answer and explanation
Q45 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Pediatric Critical Care
What is the appropriate cuffed ET tube size for an 8-year-old child?
1. A.
  5.5
2. B.
  6.5
3. C.
  8.0
4. D.
  4.0
Answer and explanation
Q46 · Pharmacology · Miscellaneous
How many doses are typically given for the HPV vaccine?
1. A.
  5
2. B.
  2
3. C.
  1
4. D.
  4
Answer and explanation
Q47 · Health Information and Technology (Basic Computer) · Introduction to computer applications
A system software that controls and coordinates the use of hardware among the different application software and users is known as __________.
1. A.
  BIOS
2. B.
  Operating System
3. C.
  Utilities
4. D.
  Device Driver
Answer and explanation
Q48 · English · Vocabulary
Find out the correct spelled word from the choices given.
1. A.
  Obedient
2. B.
  Obediant
3. C.
  Obidient
4. D.
  Obedeint
Answer and explanation
Q49 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Number System
Given 0.111 is approximately equal to 1/9, what is the approximate value of 0.777?
1. A.
  5/9
2. B.
  7/9
3. C.
  2/9
4. D.
  1/9
Answer and explanation
Q50 · English · Vocabulary
What is a synonym for fragile?
1. A.
  Delicate
2. B.
  Deduce
3. C.
  Hard
4. D.
  Dull
Answer and explanation
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Q51 · Nursing Foundations · Procedures
Emergency code for cardiac emergency?
1. A.
  Blue
2. B.
  Red
3. C.
  Yellow
4. D.
  Green
Answer and explanation
Q52 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Normal Growth and its Disorders
What is the normal weight for a 5 month old baby?
1. A.
  Double
2. B.
  Triple
3. C.
  Quadruple
4. D.
  None of the above
Answer and explanation
Q53 · Nursing Foundations · Vital Signs
The nurse should assess skin temperature by using the:
1. A.
  Dorsum of the hand
2. B.
  Pad of the fingertip
3. C.
  Palm of the hand
4. D.
  Dorsum of the wrist
Answer and explanation
Q54 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Antenatal Care, Preconceptional Counseling and Care
When should a woman start taking folic acid when planning a pregnancy?
1. A.
  4 weeks prior to conception
2. B.
  First trimester
3. C.
  Second trimester
4. D.
  Third trimester
Answer and explanation
Q55 · General Knowledge · Basic Physics
When a ship enters into a sea from a river?
1. A.
  It rises a little
2. B.
  It rises or sinks depending on the material it is made of
3. C.
  It sinks a little
4. D.
  It remains at the same level
Answer and explanation
Q56 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Profit & loss
If 30% of a number when added to 50 is equal to the number. Then the number is?
1. A.
  50
2. B.
  100
3. C.
  150
4. D.
  500/7
Answer and explanation
Q57 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Miscellaneous
How many rays can be drawn from a single point?
1. A.
  0
2. B.
  1
3. C.
  2
4. D.
  Infinitely many
Answer and explanation
Q58 · Applied Physiology · General Physiology
What is the normal pH of the blood?
1. A.
  7.45-7.10
2. B.
  7.35-7.45
3. C.
  7.15-7.35
4. D.
  7.15-7.25
Answer and explanation
Q59 · Forensic Nursing & Indian laws · Indian Judicial System and Laws
Under which of the following Acts was the Federal Court of India established
1. A.
  Government of India Act, 1935
2. B.
  Government of India Act, 1833
3. C.
  Government of India Act, 1858
4. D.
  Government of India Act, 1919
Answer and explanation
Q60 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Integumentary Function
A nursing officer is performing bed sore irrigation. Which step is appropriate for the irrigation of a bed sore?
1. A.
  Irrigation with normal saline while performing wound dressing or every day.
2. B.
  Irrigation of bed sores adequately every shift.
3. C.
  Use Normal saline in each shift.
4. D.
  Irrigation bed sore with Normal saline in each shift.
Answer and explanation
Q61 · Health Information and Technology (Basic Computer) · Introduction to computer applications
Which of the following is NOT a part of the Central Processing Unit (CPU)?
1. A.
  Control Unit
2. B.
  Arithmetic Logic Unit
3. C.
  Register
4. D.
  Power Supply Unit
Answer and explanation
Q62 · Applied Anatomy · Sensory Organs
Where are the fibroblasts found in the skin?
1. A.
  Subcutaneous tissue
2. B.
  Hypodermis
3. C.
  Epidermis
4. D.
  Dermis
Answer and explanation
Q63 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Miscellaneous
When a number is divided by 24, the remainder is 16. If the same number is divided by 12, what will be the remainder?
1. A.
  4
2. B.
  6
3. C.
  8
4. D.
  3
Answer and explanation
Q64 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Miscellaneous
The sum of all those prime numbers which are not greater than 17 is?
1. A.
  59
2. B.
  58
3. C.
  41
4. D.
  42
Answer and explanation
Q65 · Nursing Foundations · Loss, Death & Grief
Which country was the first to approve a medical suicide act?
1. A.
  America
2. B.
  Netherland
3. C.
  Switzerland
4. D.
  USA
Answer and explanation
Q66 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Average
The average marks of 50 students in a class are 72. The average marks of boys and girls in that subject are 70 and 75 respectively. The number of boys in the class is:
1. A.
  55
2. B.
  15
3. C.
  50
4. D.
  30
Answer and explanation
Q67 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Profit & loss
Two successive discounts of 10% and 20% are equivalent to a single discount of?
1. A.
  28%
2. B.
  27%
3. C.
  15%
4. D.
  50%
Answer and explanation
Q68 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Number System
How is 5/1000 written as a decimal number?
1. A.
  0.05
2. B.
  0.005
3. C.
  5000
4. D.
  0.055
Answer and explanation
Q69 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Sensorineural Function
A patient comes to the ophthalmologist OPD and the doctor advises a Snellen test. What is the purpose of this test?
1. A.
  Distant vision
2. B.
  Colour vision
3. C.
  Nearest vision
4. D.
  Blurred Vision
Answer and explanation
Q70 · Applied Anatomy · Respiratory System
In which of the following does the trachea divide at the point of the carina into the right and left primary bronchi?
1. A.
  2nd thoracic vertebra
2. B.
  3rd thoracic vertebra
3. C.
  4th thoracic vertebra
4. D.
  5th thoracic vertebra
Answer and explanation
Q71 · Pharmacology · General Pharmacology
What is the advantage of an Enteric-coated capsule and tablet?
1. A.
  It protects the drug from acidic pH
2. B.
  It makes it easy to swallow and taste
3. C.
  It can damage the gastric juice (HCL)
4. D.
  That medicine should be taken with cold water
Answer and explanation
Q72 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Miscellaneous
A shopkeeper had a stock of 23898 kg of wheat out of which 1795 kg is sold in the morning and 2348 kg of wheat is sold in the evening. What quantity of wheat is left in the shop?
1. A.
  197555 kg
2. B.
  197 kg
3. C.
  19755 kg
4. D.
  1975 kg
Answer and explanation
Q73 · Nursing Foundations · Promoting safety in health care environment
According to fire safety, papers are categorized in which fire class?
1. A.
  Class A
2. B.
  Class B
3. C.
  Class C
4. D.
  Class D
Answer and explanation
Q74 · Reasoning · Blood Relations
Given the following codes:
- ‘P × Q’ means P is the wife of Q
- ‘P + Q’ means P is the son of Q
- ‘P - Q’ means P is the sister of Q
If the expression is R + M × J - K, then how is R related to J?
1. A.
  Father
2. B.
  Mother
3. C.
  Paternal aunt
4. D.
  Son
Answer and explanation
Q75 · Community Health Nursing · Environmental Science, Environmental Health, and Sanitation
As of Aug 2021, the fisher folks in Maharashtra have alleged that oil from __________, which melt and spread out when exposed to the sun, is hampering the reproduction of commercially important fish that can be caught in the intertidal areas on the coast.
1. A.
  tarballs
2. B.
  jack-tar
3. C.
  goff-nuts
4. D.
  tarbagan
Answer and explanation
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Q76 · Applied Anatomy · Respiratory System
How many tracheal cartilages are there in the human body?
1. A.
  16-19
2. B.
  15-18
3. C.
  16-20
4. D.
  15-20
Answer and explanation
Q77 · Nursing Management & Leadership · Management Basics Applied to Nursing
A sense of belongingness and spirit of working together to achieve objective effectively refers to as
1. A.
  centralisation
2. B.
  esprit de corps
3. C.
  unity of direction
4. D.
  unity of command
Answer and explanation
Q78 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Development
Child can hold milk bottle at what age?
1. A.
  3-4 months
2. B.
  5-6 months
3. C.
  7-8 months
4. D.
  9-10 months
Answer and explanation
Q79 · Nursing Management & Leadership · Miscellaneous
Nursing care delivery model, in which staff members are assigned to complete specific tasks for a group of patients, is called _________.
1. A.
  Alternative Nursing
2. B.
  Functional Nursing
3. C.
  Primary Nursing
4. D.
  None of them
Answer and explanation
Q80 · Pharmacology · Drugs acting on Autonomic Nervoys system
Dose of Atropine in one ampoule?
1. A.
  0.6mg
2. B.
  0.2mg
3. C.
  1mg
4. D.
  2mg to 5ml
Answer and explanation
Q81 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Profit & loss
An item marked at Rs. 840 is sold for Rs. 714. The discount percent is:
1. A.
  10 percent
2. B.
  15 percent
3. C.
  20 percent
4. D.
  25 percent
Answer and explanation
Q82 · Applied Nutrition & Dietetics · Therapeutic Diet
What is the recommended diet for a cardiac patient?
1. A.
  High cholesterol
2. B.
  High sodium
3. C.
  Balanced diet
4. D.
  Low sodium & low cholesterol
Answer and explanation
Q83 · Nursing Foundations · Nutritional Needs
Which formula used in BLS for life saving of the victim?
1. A.
  ABC
2. B.
  ACB
3. C.
  BAC
4. D.
  CAB
Answer and explanation
Q84 · Nursing Management & Leadership · Management Process
Following are the three principal elements of cost, EXCEPT:
1. A.
  labour cost
2. B.
  overhead cost
3. C.
  material cost
4. D.
  marginal cost
Answer and explanation
Q85 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Musculoskeletal Function
What is the function of EMG?
1. A.
  To assess myocardial activity
2. B.
  To evaluate brain activity
3. C.
  Record renal activity
4. D.
  Record and document impulses by skeletal muscle
Answer and explanation
Q86 · Reasoning · Analogy
If PUPILS : SLIPUP :: LIVE :
1. A.
  depressed
2. B.
  saint
3. C.
  life
4. D.
  evil
Answer and explanation
Q87 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Fundamentals of Reproduction
Which of the following statements is correct?
1. A.
  One testis produces one spermatozoon at a time
2. B.
  Ovaries release 1 ovum in a cycle simultaneously
3. C.
  Fertilization occurs in the uterine tube
4. D.
  A fertilized egg is called an ovum
Answer and explanation
Q88 · Reasoning · Number series
What is the next number in this series: 2, 7, 17, 32, ...?
1. A.
  52
2. B.
  47
3. C.
  57
4. D.
  45
Answer and explanation
Q89 · Applied Physiology · Digestive system
Where does the maximum absorption of iron take place?
1. A.
  Stomach
2. B.
  Ileum
3. C.
  Duodenum
4. D.
  Large Intestine
Answer and explanation
Q90 · Reasoning · Classification (Odd One Out)
Which word does not belong with the others?
1. A.
  wing
2. B.
  anchor
3. C.
  beak
4. D.
  rudder
Answer and explanation
Q91 · Nursing Foundations · Procedures
For nasogastric intubation, the length of the NG tube should be measured from the:
1. A.
  Nose to the earlobe and then to the xiphoid process.
2. B.
  Nose to the chin and then to the umbilicus.
3. C.
  Nose to the back of the throat and then to the sternum.
4. D.
  Mouth to the tragus of the ear and then to the pubic bone.
Answer and explanation
Q92 · General Knowledge · Miscellaneous
According to fire safety, papers are categorized in which fire class?
1. A.
  Class A
2. B.
  Class B
3. C.
  Class C
4. D.
  Class D
Answer and explanation
Q93 · Nursing Foundations · Vital Signs
The nurse should assess skin temperature by using the:
1. A.
  Dorsum of the hand
2. B.
  Pad of the fingertip
3. C.
  Palm of the hand
4. D.
  Dorsum of the wrist
Answer and explanation
Q94 · Biochemistry & Nutrition · Proteins
Which of the following is a non-essential amino acid?
1. A.
  Cysteine
2. B.
  Leucine
3. C.
  Histidine
4. D.
  Methionine
Answer and explanation
Q95 · Reasoning · Miscellaneous
What number should be added to each of 2, 4, and 7 so that the resulting numbers are in continued proportion?
1. A.
  1
2. B.
  3
3. C.
  2
4. D.
  4
Answer and explanation
Q96 · Reasoning · Coding-Decoding
If + means divide, x means minus, - means multiply and / means plus, then find the value of 9+(3×4)−(8÷2)
1. A.
  21
2. B.
  19
3. C.
  17
4. D.
  18
Answer and explanation
Q97 · English · Vocabulary
Give one word for 'a speech delivered without any previous preparation'?
1. A.
  Maiden
2. B.
  Novel
3. C.
  Extraordinary
4. D.
  Extempore
Answer and explanation
Q98 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Cardiovascular, Circulatory, and Hematologic Function
Which of the following blood components should be transfused immediately?
1. A.
  Packed RBC
2. B.
  Cryoprecipitate
3. C.
  Leucocyte extracted PBBCs
4. D.
  Thrombocytes
Answer and explanation
Q99 · Reasoning · Coding-Decoding
If 'light' is called 'morning', 'morning' is called 'dark', 'dark' is called 'night', 'night' is called 'sunshine' and 'sunshine' is called 'dusk', when do we sleep?
1. A.
  Dark
2. B.
  Night
3. C.
  Sunshine
4. D.
  Dusk
Answer and explanation
Q100 · English · Grammar
How is _circle different from _Ellipse?
1. A.
  a, an
2. B.
  an, e
3. C.
  The, an
4. D.
  The, the
Answer and explanation

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