UPUMS Nursing Officer 2023 question paper

UPUMS Nursing Officer · 2023 · 200 questions · 180 minutes

Nursing Foundations 31
Medical & Surgical Nursing 25
Applied Psychology 18
Obstetrics & Gynaecology 17
General Knowledge 11
Applied Physiology 10
Nursing Research & Statistics 9
Community Health Nursing 8
Mental Health Nursing 8
Nursing Education 8
Nursing Management & Leadership 7
Applied Nutrition & Dietetics 6
Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) 6
Pathology & Genetics 6
Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics 5
Applied Microbiology & Infection control 5
English 4
Applied Sociology 4
Biochemistry & Nutrition 4
Forensic Nursing & Indian laws 3
Reasoning 3
Pharmacology 2

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Q1 · Applied Nutrition & Dietetics · Fats
Which of the following is an essential component for the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins?
1. A.
  Chylomicrons
2. B.
  Monoglycerides
3. C.
  Micelles
4. D.
  Marbling
Answer and explanation
Q2 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Gas Exchange and Respiratory Function
A patient is considered as having multidrug-resistant TB if he has resistance to:
1. A.
  Rifampicin and streptomycin
2. B.
  Isoniazid and pyrazinamide
3. C.
  Isoniazid and rifampicin
4. D.
  Isoniazid and streptomycin
Answer and explanation
Q3 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Normal Puerperium
Lochia rubra consists of?
1. A.
  Blood only
2. B.
  Blood, shreds of foetal membranes, decidua, lower meconium
3. C.
  Mucus from the cervix and microorganisms
4. D.
  Mucus from microorganisms
Answer and explanation
Q4 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Normal Labor
Eutocia means:
1. A.
  Prolonged labour
2. B.
  Precipitate labour
3. C.
  Obstructed labour
4. D.
  Normal labour
Answer and explanation
Q5 · Community Health Nursing · Home Visits
During a home visit, which of the following drugs will be given by a community health nurse to reduce fever?
1. A.
  Tab Septran
2. B.
  Tab Paracetamol
3. C.
  Syrup Gelusil
4. D.
  Tab Folifer
Answer and explanation
Q6 · Mental Health Nursing · Mood disorders
Dexamethasone suppression test is used to diagnose depression based on the concept that?
1. A.
  Depressed patients exhibit hypersecretion of cortisol
2. B.
  Dexamethasone has antidepressant properties
3. C.
  Dexamethasone is a steroid
4. D.
  Depressed patients exhibit hyposecretion of cortisol
Answer and explanation
Q7 · Forensic Nursing & Indian laws · Forensic Toxicology
What is the legal limit of blood alcohol concentration among adults aged above 18 for driving in India?
1. A.
  70 mg/100 ml
2. B.
  30 mg/100 ml
3. C.
  50 mg/100 ml
4. D.
  10 mg/100 ml
Answer and explanation
Q8 · Nursing Education · Miscellaneous
In every state, the examinations for general nursing and midwifery courses are conducted by the?
1. A.
  Indian Nursing Council
2. B.
  State Nursing Council
3. C.
  Nursing Colleges
4. D.
  State University
Answer and explanation
Q9 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Miscellaneous
All of the following are the parts of an Ambu bag, EXCEPT?
1. A.
  Air inlet
2. B.
  Oxygen inlet
3. C.
  Oxygen tubing
4. D.
  Pop-off valve
Answer and explanation
Q10 · Nursing Foundations · Documentation & Reporting
Sort the following information into a SOAP note and select the correct order: a. BP [160/100] mm Hg b. Decreased cardiac output, related to increased peripheral vascular resistance secondary to hypertension c. Client complains of blurred vision, headache and rates it as a 10 out of 10 d. Will administer vasodilators as prescribed and will check BP every hour till it stabilizes
1. A.
  a, b, c, d
2. B.
  b, a, d, c
3. C.
  d, c, b, a
4. D.
  c, a, b, d
Answer and explanation
Q11 · Nursing Foundations · History of Nursing & Nursing as a profession
While providing care, the nurse provides freedom to the patient to make a decision. Which of the following ethical principles is the nurse following?
1. A.
  Justice
2. B.
  Autonomy
3. C.
  Veracity
4. D.
  Beneficence
Answer and explanation
Q12 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Development
Which of the following is defined as 'a progressive series of orderly, coherent changes in terms of qualitative changes'?
1. A.
  Identity
2. B.
  Growth
3. C.
  Sport
4. D.
  Development
Answer and explanation
Q13 · Nursing Foundations · Miscellaneous
A patient is admitted to an orthopedic ward with a plaster cast applied to his lower limb. The patient experiences decreased sensation and cold feeling in the toes of the affected leg. The nurse in charge forgets to assess frequently and document his condition in the nurse's notes because one of the patients in that ward experienced a cardiac arrest during her shift. The nurse fails to carry out the assigned work. This act of the nurse can best be described as:
1. A.
  Assault
2. B.
  Invasion of privacy
3. C.
  Malpractice
4. D.
  Battery
Answer and explanation
Q14 · Mental Health Nursing · Psychiatric Emergencies
The highest priority nursing intervention for a patient with deliberate self-harming behaviour is to:
1. A.
  Monitor the medications received by the patient
2. B.
  Have a no suicide contract
3. C.
  Supervise the patient at all times
4. D.
  Protect the patient from inflicting further self-harm/suicide
Answer and explanation
Q15 · Nursing Foundations · Nursing Process
What is the main purpose of using a standard formal diagnostic statement in nursing diagnosis?
1. A.
  To evaluate and treat client condition
2. B.
  To identify the nurse's problems
3. C.
  To distinguish nurse's role from that of physician
4. D.
  To prescribe medication based on symptoms
Answer and explanation
Q16 · Mental Health Nursing · Neurotic, stress related and somatisation disorders
In OCD, ______ are thoughts and ______ are actions.
1. A.
  Delusion, compulsion
2. B.
  Obsessions, compulsions
3. C.
  Compulsions, obsessions
4. D.
  Obsessions, convictions
Answer and explanation
Q17 · Nursing Research & Statistics · Tools and Methods of Data Collection
The researcher asks questions in person. This is known as?
1. A.
  In-person survey
2. B.
  Web survey
3. C.
  Mobile survey
4. D.
  Observation
Answer and explanation
Q18 · Nursing Foundations · Communication & Nurse-Patient Relationship
A permanent written communication that documents the information relevant to a client's health care management is called?
1. A.
  Record
2. B.
  Financial account
3. C.
  Prescription
4. D.
  Report
Answer and explanation
Q19 · Nursing Education · Educational/Teaching Media
The principle of preparation demands from the teacher, as well as students?
1. A.
  A great deal of effort
2. B.
  Due pre-preparation on their part for the utilization of audiovisual material
3. C.
  Readiness to learn
4. D.
  Good communication skills
Answer and explanation
Q20 · Applied Psychology · Miscellaneous
What type of counselling is Gestalt therapy?
1. A.
  Elective counselling
2. B.
  Motivational counselling
3. C.
  Psychotherapeutic counselling
4. D.
  Directive counselling
Answer and explanation
Q21 · General Knowledge · Indian history
A metropolis with an upper and a lower town had on its northern side a basin with vertical walls, inlet and outlet channels which has been identified as a tidal dockyard. This statement is correct in the context of which archaeological site?
1. A.
  Rakhigarhi
2. B.
  Dholavira
3. C.
  Kalibangan
4. D.
  Lothal
Answer and explanation
Q22 · Nursing Management & Leadership · Management Process
The process of identifying and determining in detail about the duties and responsibilities of a job as well as the requirements of the job is known as?
1. A.
  Job analysis
2. B.
  Job description
3. C.
  Job specification
4. D.
  Job identification
Answer and explanation
Q23 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Development
Somu, a 9 month-old baby, is brought to an immunization clinic. On history taking, the nurse notes that she was treated in NICU for neonatal sepsis for more than a month. All of the following will be the focus of assessment EXCEPT?
1. A.
  Anthropometry
2. B.
  Developmental screening
3. C.
  Nutritional assessment
4. D.
  Genetic assessment
Answer and explanation
Q24 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Special Topics in Obstetrics
Which of the following results in scalp injury during the intra-partum period?
1. A.
  Amniocentesis and cordocentesis
2. B.
  Multiple gestations
3. C.
  Chorionic villus sampling
4. D.
  Collection of fetal scalp blood
Answer and explanation
Q25 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · COMPLICATED LABOR-Malposition, Malpresentation and Cord Prolapse
Administration of an enema for reducing the use of labor augmentation is NOT recommended, because of all the following reasons, EXCEPT?
1. A.
  It is associated with discomfort for women
2. B.
  It is considered invasive
3. C.
  Enema can cause negative clinical outcomes
4. D.
  The routine use of enema has neither been shown to reduce the duration of labour nor improve outcomes
Answer and explanation
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Q26 · Applied Physiology · Respiratory system
What is the name of the phenomenon that arises from the relationship between pH and oxygen's affinity for hemoglobin?
1. A.
  Boyle's effect
2. B.
  Bohr effect
3. C.
  Dalton's law
4. D.
  Henry's law
Answer and explanation
Q27 · Applied Physiology · Sensory organs
A blind spot in the visual field is known as?
1. A.
  Scotoma
2. B.
  Optic chiasma
3. C.
  Feroz controls
4. D.
  Macula lutea
Answer and explanation
Q28 · Nursing Foundations · Communication & Nurse-Patient Relationship
Mr. Dhaoush Rao, a 56-year-old male, expresses to the nursing officer that he is feeling nauseated after taking his medication. The nursing officer says, 'Surely you don't think I gave you the wrong pill'. The communication technique used is:
1. A.
  Rejecting
2. B.
  Passing judgment
3. C.
  Probing
4. D.
  Challenging
Answer and explanation
Q29 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Miscellaneous
Two numbers are respectively 30% and 40% more than a third number. In what ratio are these two numbers?
1. A.
  10:11
2. B.
  11:12
3. C.
  13:14
4. D.
  12:13
Answer and explanation
Q30 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Normal Puerperium
Yellowish or pale brownish vaginal discharge from the 9th day during puerperium is
1. A.
  Lochia rubra
2. B.
  Lochia alba
3. C.
  Macropurdum discharge
4. D.
  Lochia serosa
Answer and explanation
Q31 · Mental Health Nursing · Crisis Intervention
Sally was experiencing grief followed by the death of her husband. The nurse can help this patient to set which of the following as a short-term goal?
1. A.
  Patient is able to talk about her future
2. B.
  Patient decides to live with her parents
3. C.
  Patient expresses her feelings about her loss
4. D.
  Patient goes back to her job
Answer and explanation
Q32 · Pathology & Genetics · General Pathology
Which of the following is the second stage of carcinogenesis?
1. A.
  Initiation
2. B.
  Transformation
3. C.
  Promotion
4. D.
  Progression
Answer and explanation
Q33 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Nutrition
Which of the following options is associated with paediatric drug dosage?
1. A.
  Management of burns
2. B.
  Management of cleft lip
3. C.
  Clark's rule
4. D.
  Protein energy malnutrition
Answer and explanation
Q34 · English · Sentence Structure
Select the most suitable alternative to fill in the blank in the sentence to make it meaningful. The spread of Dengue and Chikungunya is intricately ______ to the deteriorating state of public health conditions.
1. A.
  Functioned
2. B.
  Connected
3. C.
  Programmed
4. D.
  Sanctioned
Answer and explanation
Q35 · Applied Psychology · Motivation & Emotional Processes
A young athlete overcomes a sports injury and comes back to win a medal in a national sports event. This response of the athlete to the adversity is called?
1. A.
  Resilience
2. B.
  Coping
3. C.
  Adaptation
4. D.
  Resistance
Answer and explanation
Q36 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Urinary Tract Function
Which of the following is a critical step when inserting an indwelling catheter into a male patient?
1. A.
  Slowly inflate the catheter balloon with sterile saline
2. B.
  Secure the catheter drainage tubing to the bed sheet
3. C.
  Advance the catheter until urine flows, then insert it 1-2 inches more
4. D.
  Advance the catheter to the bifurcation of the drainage and balloon ports
Answer and explanation
Q37 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Normal Puerperium
Red colour vaginal discharge for the initial 1-4 days during puerperium is?
1. A.
  Lochia rubra
2. B.
  Lochia serosa
3. C.
  Lochia alba
4. D.
  Haemorrhage
Answer and explanation
Q38 · Pathology & Genetics · General Pathology
Which of the following is NOT considered as a potential carcinogenesis factor?
1. A.
  Smoking
2. B.
  Increased dietary fiber
3. C.
  Excessive alcohol
4. D.
  Viral agents
Answer and explanation
Q39 · Applied Sociology · Family and Marriage
Which of the following is NOT a distinctive feature of a family system?
1. A.
  Emotional basis
2. B.
  Disorganization
3. C.
  Universality
4. D.
  Formative influence
Answer and explanation
Q40 · Mental Health Nursing · Nursing process in Psychiatry
What is the maximum score for Mini Mental Status Examination (MMSE)?
1. A.
  10 points
2. B.
  40 points
3. C.
  20 points
4. D.
  30 points
Answer and explanation
Q41 · Mental Health Nursing · Personality and Sexual Disorders
A personality disorder which is also called 'negativistic personality disorder' is:
1. A.
  Passive-aggressive personality disorder
2. B.
  Avoidant personality disorder
3. C.
  Sadistic personality disorder
4. D.
  Dependent personality disorder
Answer and explanation
Q42 · Pathology & Genetics · Systemic Pathology
Alteration in which of the following tumor suppressor genes increases the risk of breast cancer?
1. A.
  VHL
2. B.
  BRCA-1 & BRCA-2
3. C.
  APC gene
4. D.
  Smad4
Answer and explanation
Q43 · Nursing Foundations · Vital Signs
The nurse on assessing the pulse rate of an adult client, observes that the pulse rate is increased. Which of the following factors could have contributed to the increased pulse rate?
1. A.
  Hypothermia
2. B.
  Medication like beta blockers
3. C.
  Haemorrhage
4. D.
  Lying down
Answer and explanation
Q44 · Forensic Nursing & Indian laws · Dummy
Ms. Kasturi Agarwal, an 8-year-old child, recovered and got discharged from the hospital after an accident. At the time of discharge, the police requested a copy of the hospital records. The nurse's action will be to:
1. A.
  Provide the hospital record copy to the police
2. B.
  Obtain permission from the primary treating physician to provide the hospital record copy
3. C.
  Refuse to provide the hospital record copy and refer them to hospital administration
4. D.
  Allow access to the hospital records but not give a copy
Answer and explanation
Q45 · Nursing Research & Statistics · Introduction to Statistics
The simple arithmetic average of observations is called?
1. A.
  Mean
2. B.
  Standard deviation
3. C.
  Median
4. D.
  Mode
Answer and explanation
Q46 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Speed–distance–time
A truck goes from Delhi to Bangalore at an average speed of 50 km/h. The journey takes 20 hours. It returns from Bangalore to Delhi on the same road at an average speed of 25 km/h. What was the average speed of the truck during the roundtrip?
1. A.
  36 km/h
2. B.
  36.33 km/h
3. C.
  33.33 km/h
4. D.
  33 km/h
Answer and explanation
Q47 · Nursing Management & Leadership · Management Basics Applied to Nursing
A nurse works with primary-level nurses to oversee the care of a specific caseload. This function denotes which of the following nurse roles?
1. A.
  Change agent
2. B.
  Research consumer
3. C.
  Case manager
4. D.
  Patient advocate
Answer and explanation
Q48 · Applied Nutrition & Dietetics · Introduction to Nutrition
Which of the following statements is correct with respect to nutrition?
1. A.
  Vegetable oils must be replaced by saturated foods
2. B.
  Carbohydrates, proteins and fats are major food groups
3. C.
  Healthy snacking includes chips and cookies
4. D.
  Sugar and salt must be added extra to the diet
Answer and explanation
Q49 · Mental Health Nursing · Principles and Concepts of Mental Health Nursing
Which organization gave the following definition of mental health? 'A state of well being, in which every individual realises his or her own potential, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively and fruitfully, and is able to make a contribution to her or his community'?
1. A.
  Mental Health Foundation
2. B.
  World Health Organization
3. C.
  American Psychological Association
4. D.
  World Federation for Mental Health
Answer and explanation
Q50 · General Knowledge · Sports Current Affairs
The Cooch Bihar Trophy is India's national cricket tournament for?
1. A.
  Under-17 players
2. B.
  Under-25 players
3. C.
  Under-19 players
4. D.
  Under-15 players
Answer and explanation
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Q51 · Applied Psychology · Personality
As per Freud's Structure of Personality, which of the following allows us to get our basic needs met?
1. A.
  Id
2. B.
  Ego
3. C.
  Dream analysis
4. D.
  Superego
Answer and explanation
Q52 · Applied Psychology · Cognitive Process
Wechsler test is used to assess?
1. A.
  Speech
2. B.
  Emotional quotient
3. C.
  Thought
4. D.
  Intelligence
Answer and explanation
Q53 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Musculoskeletal Function
The bony swelling of the proximal interphalangeal finger joint seen in osteoarthritis is called?
1. A.
  Heberden nodes
2. B.
  Osler's nodes
3. C.
  Virchow's nodes
4. D.
  Bouchard nodes
Answer and explanation
Q54 · Nursing Education · Implementation
Which of the following is a teaching method that involves students in observation and experimentation with objects or materials?
1. A.
  Demonstration
2. B.
  Laboratory teaching
3. C.
  Seminar
4. D.
  Problem based learning
Answer and explanation
Q55 · Nursing Foundations · Communication & Nurse-Patient Relationship
The process recording helps in a nurse's problem development by acting as a tool to?
1. A.
  Improve documentation
2. B.
  Understand the patient's problems
3. C.
  Establish rapport with the patient
4. D.
  Improve interpersonal communication techniques
Answer and explanation
Q56 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Normal Growth and its Disorders
Which of the following is an INCORRECT practice during the measurement of head circumference?
1. A.
  Covering points above the eyebrows and below the pinna
2. B.
  Measuring head at its greatest circumference
3. C.
  Using non-stretching clothing or paper tape for measurement
4. D.
  Measuring with greatest accuracy
Answer and explanation
Q57 · Nursing Foundations · Vital Signs
The equipment assembled for admitting a client to a general ward include all of the following, EXCEPT?
1. A.
  Weighing machine
2. B.
  Sphygmomanometer
3. C.
  Thermometer
4. D.
  Ventilator
Answer and explanation
Q58 · Applied Sociology · Family and Marriage
Which of the following is a type of family in which a woman has more than one husband simultaneously?
1. A.
  Premarital Family
2. B.
  Monogamous family
3. C.
  Matriarchal family
4. D.
  Polyandrous family
Answer and explanation
Q59 · General Knowledge · International Current Affairs
Which organization was awarded with the Africa Food Prize 2021?
1. A.
  International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI)
2. B.
  Food, Agriculture and Natural Resources Policy Analysis Network (FANRPAN)
3. C.
  International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD)
4. D.
  International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT)
Answer and explanation
Q60 · General Knowledge · Sports Current Affairs
The Cooch Behar Trophy is India's national tournament for?
1. A.
  Under-17 players
2. B.
  Under-25 players
3. C.
  Under-19 players
4. D.
  Under-15 players
Answer and explanation
Q61 · Nursing Foundations · Fluid, electrolytes & Acid-base balances
A nurse is recording the I/O chart of a client. She notes the client had an intake of ice chips filled in a cup of 200 ml and the client consumed all of the ice chips. The volume consumed would be recorded as ___ ml.
1. A.
  100
2. B.
  150
3. C.
  200
4. D.
  50
Answer and explanation
Q62 · Applied Psychology · Motivation & Emotional Processes
The ability of a young athlete to overcome a sports injury and return to win a medal in a national sports event is called?
1. A.
  Resilience
2. B.
  Coping
3. C.
  Adaptation
4. D.
  Resistance
Answer and explanation
Q63 · Pathology & Genetics · Systemic Pathology
The autoimmune antibodies of rheumatoid factor are directed against which form of abnormal immunoglobulin?
1. A.
  IgM
2. B.
  IgG
3. C.
  IgE
4. D.
  IgA
Answer and explanation
Q64 · General Knowledge · Indian history
Which of the following Acts legalized the system in which all recruitment to civil services was made through competitive examination?
1. A.
  Charter Act, 1833
2. B.
  Charter Act, 1793
3. C.
  Charter Act, 1853
4. D.
  Charter Act, 1813
Answer and explanation
Q65 · Community Health Nursing · Assisting individuals and families to promote and maintain their health
Which of the following is NOT a component of family and health?
1. A.
  Health attitude
2. B.
  Emotional competence
3. C.
  Health beliefs
4. D.
  Physical competence
Answer and explanation
Q66 · Applied Psychology · Personality
As per Freud's Structure of Personality, which of the following works according to the reality principle?
1. A.
  Ego
2. B.
  Superego
3. C.
  Unconscious
4. D.
  Conscious
Answer and explanation
Q67 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Miscellaneous
Percussion in chest physiotherapy is NOT contraindicated in which of the following cases?
1. A.
  Osteoporosis
2. B.
  Burns over chest
3. C.
  Cystic fibrosis
4. D.
  Bleeding disorder
Answer and explanation
Q68 · Forensic Nursing & Indian laws · Dummy
Which of the following professional organisations developed the Code of Ethics for Nurses in India?
1. A.
  State Nursing Council
2. B.
  Trained Nurses Association of India
3. C.
  Student Nurses Association
4. D.
  Indian Nursing Council
Answer and explanation
Q69 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Profit & loss
If the salary of Ravi is 20% less than the salary of Reeta, then how much per cent salary of Reeta is more than the salary of Ravi?
1. A.
  20%
2. B.
  24%
3. C.
  25%
4. D.
  18%
Answer and explanation
Q70 · Applied Physiology · Respiratory system
Which organ helps to prevent choking while eating and drinking?
1. A.
  Tonsils
2. B.
  Thyroid
3. C.
  Epiglottis
4. D.
  Pharynx
Answer and explanation
Q71 · Applied Psychology · Motivation & Emotional Processes
Which of the following is the internal condition that activates behavior and gives it direction, i.e., energizes and directs goal-oriented behavior?
1. A.
  Cognition
2. B.
  Learning
3. C.
  Perception
4. D.
  Motivation
Answer and explanation
Q72 · Pathology & Genetics · Genetics
Biological determinant of human health deals with the:
1. A.
  Influence of ecological factors
2. B.
  Influence of microorganisms on health
3. C.
  Influence of genetic makeup
4. D.
  Influence of environmental factors
Answer and explanation
Q73 · Nursing Foundations · Miscellaneous
Which of the following ethical principles is intended to promote fair and equitable treatment for all patients?
1. A.
  Non-maleficence
2. B.
  Beneficence
3. C.
  Justice
4. D.
  Autonomy
Answer and explanation
Q74 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Urinary Tract Function
Uremic lung is typically associated with:
1. A.
  Chronic kidney disease
2. B.
  Nephrosclerosis
3. C.
  Polycystic kidney disease
4. D.
  Renal osteodystrophy
Answer and explanation
Q75 · Biochemistry & Nutrition · Clinical Enzymology
The proteins that catalyze biochemical reactions are called:
1. A.
  Polypeptide
2. B.
  Amino acids
3. C.
  Enzymes
4. D.
  Hormones
Answer and explanation
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Q76 · Nursing Foundations · Nursing Care & Specific Procedures
What are the types of roller bandage?
1. A.
  Simple spiral, Divergent Spica
2. B.
  Reverse Spiral, Divergent Spica, Figure of eight, Simple spiral
3. C.
  Figure of eight, Spiral
4. D.
  Reverse Spiral, Spica
Answer and explanation
Q77 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Diagnosis of Pregnancy
A nurse is collecting history from an antenatal mother. This is her third pregnancy. She has had two pregnancy losses, one at 8 weeks, and the other one at 28 weeks. The nurse would document her obstetric score as:
1. A.
  G3, P1, A1
2. B.
  G3, P2, A1
3. C.
  G3, P0, A2
4. D.
  G3, P1, A2
Answer and explanation
Q78 · Community Health Nursing · Screening of Disease
Screening test is NOT useful when?
1. A.
  There is an effective treatment
2. B.
  Tests can detect the disease prior to onset of signs and symptoms
3. C.
  Prevalence is high
4. D.
  Prevalence is low
Answer and explanation
Q79 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Fluid and Electrolytes: Balance and Distribution
Diagnostic criteria for the syndrome of inappropriate anti-diuretic hormone secretion includes all of the following EXCEPT?
1. A.
  Decreased serum osmolality
2. B.
  High urine sodium
3. C.
  Hyponatraemia
4. D.
  Decreased urine osmolality
Answer and explanation
Q80 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Miscellaneous
What is the first step when a person's clothing catches fire?
1. A.
  Roll the casualty on the ground
2. B.
  Pour water on the fire
3. C.
  Ask the casualty to run away from the site
4. D.
  Switch off the light
Answer and explanation
Q81 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Low Birth Weight Baby
Which of the following is the cause of asymmetric IUGR?
1. A.
  Pregnancy induced hypertension
2. B.
  Gestational diabetes
3. C.
  Structural defects
4. D.
  Intrauterine infections
Answer and explanation
Q82 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Integumentary Function
How can you calculate the percentages of burn that involves body surface areas?
1. A.
  Rule 90%
2. B.
  Rule 50%
3. C.
  Rule 100%
4. D.
  Rule of 9s
Answer and explanation
Q83 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Urinary Tract Function
Which of the following is NOT included in the upper urinary tract infection?
1. A.
  Interstitial nephritis
2. B.
  Cystitis
3. C.
  Pyelonephritis
4. D.
  Renal abscess
Answer and explanation
Q84 · Nursing Education · Implementation
The Lecture method is a ______ approach.
1. A.
  student-centered
2. B.
  teacher-controlled
3. C.
  project-based
4. D.
  activity-centred
Answer and explanation
Q85 · Nursing Foundations · Loss, Death & Grief
A nurse assembles a basin, water pitcher, tissues, glass, soap, and checks lights, electric fan, and plug points are in working condition after receiving a call from the outpatient department. When asked, she replied that it is a routine procedure:
1. A.
  Prior to any admission
2. B.
  After the death of any patient
3. C.
  During every day rounds
4. D.
  After a discharge
Answer and explanation
Q86 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · COMPLICATED LABOR-Malposition, Malpresentation and Cord Prolapse
The ideal time to perform external cephalic version for a breech presentation is?
1. A.
  34 weeks of gestation
2. B.
  30 weeks of gestation
3. C.
  36 weeks of gestation
4. D.
  32 weeks of gestation
Answer and explanation
Q87 · Applied Psychology · Miscellaneous
The ______ barrier refers to the misunderstanding between the sender and receiver, arising due to the different meanings of words and symbols used in communication?
1. A.
  Emotional
2. B.
  Semantic
3. C.
  Physical
4. D.
  Personal
Answer and explanation
Q88 · Nursing Research & Statistics · Review of Literature
Summary of the sources that discusses published information in a particular subject area within a certain time period is known as?
1. A.
  research question
2. B.
  Literature review
3. C.
  Meta analysis
4. D.
  Research design
Answer and explanation
Q89 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Perioperative Concepts and Nursing Management
The therapeutic diet prescribed for patients in the post-operative stage for one or two days is?
1. A.
  Full liquid diet
2. B.
  Light diet
3. C.
  Soft diet
4. D.
  Clear liquid diet
Answer and explanation
Q90 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Newborn Infants
Mrs. Raji complains that her new born gets hiccups after breastfeeding. She is worried that the baby has some problem. As a nurse, which of the following facts would you convey to convince the mother that there is nothing wrong with her child?
1. A.
  Prompt her to stop feeding and observe the baby's stool for colour
2. B.
  It is a normal physiological response and does not indicate any disease
3. C.
  Advise her to stop feeding and observe her baby for some time
4. D.
  Counsel her to stop breastfeeding her baby and give it water
Answer and explanation
Q91 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Miscellaneous
Which among the following is one of the laboratory findings of Dengue Haemorrhagic fever (DHF)?
1. A.
  Thrombocytopenia < 10,000 cells/mm³
2. B.
  No evidence of plasma loss
3. C.
  Decreased Total Leucocyte Count
4. D.
  Rising haematocrit (5%-10%)
Answer and explanation
Q92 · Nursing Foundations · Nursing Care & Specific Procedures
A First-Aid nurse should know all types of Bandaging and their utilization to?
1. A.
  Support the part
2. B.
  Immobilise the part
3. C.
  Cover the wound or injured part
4. D.
  Cover, support, immobilise the wound or injured part
Answer and explanation
Q93 · Applied Physiology · Nervous System
What is the effect of the parasympathetic stimulation on bronchus?
1. A.
  Flexibility
2. B.
  Relaxation
3. C.
  Constriction
4. D.
  Distension
Answer and explanation
Q94 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Normal Puerperium
Which of the following is NOT the correct sign of good attachment during breastfeeding?
1. A.
  More of the areola is visible above the baby's upper lip than below the lower lip
2. B.
  The baby's mouth is wide open
3. C.
  The baby's lower lip is curled inwards
4. D.
  The baby's chin touching the breast
Answer and explanation
Q95 · Applied Microbiology & Infection control · Pathogenic Organisms
Which of the following is NOT used for the cultivation of viruses?
1. A.
  Tissue culture
2. B.
  Embryonated eggs
3. C.
  Animal inoculation
4. D.
  Enrichment media
Answer and explanation
Q96 · Applied Nutrition & Dietetics · Nutritional Assessment and Nutrition Education
What are the most common and the easiest method of assessing the daily intake of a child?
1. A.
  Anthropometry
2. B.
  Food diary
3. C.
  Biochemical measurements
4. D.
  24-hour recall
Answer and explanation
Q97 · Applied Psychology · Personality
Who among the following gave the popular definition of personality that describes it as 'the dynamic organization within the individual of those psychophysical systems that determine his unique adjustment to his environment'?
1. A.
  Carl Rogers
2. B.
  William James
3. C.
  Carl Jung
4. D.
  Gordon Allport
Answer and explanation
Q98 · Pathology & Genetics · Genetics
Which of the following statements is true about causes of congenital malformation?
1. A.
  Monosomy and polysomy are chromosomal structural defects.
2. B.
  Single-gene defects are inherited from one parent and are not caused by mutation.
3. C.
  Trisomy 21 is an example of a structural chromosomal defect.
4. D.
  In a majority of the cases, the cause is multi-factorial or unknown.
Answer and explanation
Q99 · Pharmacology · General Pharmacology
Action of drugs explained by the principle of competitive enzyme inhibition is demonstrated by all of the following EXCEPT?
1. A.
  Isoniazid
2. B.
  Methotrexate
3. C.
  Sulphonamides
4. D.
  British Anti-Lewisite
Answer and explanation
Q100 · Mental Health Nursing · Mood disorders
A client is admitted to the hospital with the diagnosis of bipolar affective disorder, with a current episode of mania without psychotic symptoms. Which of the following nursing diagnoses is appropriate for this client?
1. A.
  Knowledge deficit R/T disease condition
2. B.
  Risk for violence: Other-directed R/T poor impulse control
3. C.
  Social isolation R/T elevated mood
4. D.
  Disturbed sleep patterns R/T hyperactivity
Answer and explanation
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Q101 · Nursing Foundations · Nursing Process
Which of the following is the blue print of nursing care rendered by the nursing student to a selected patient, for a particular period by following the nursing process approach with an intention to develop nursing care abilities?
1. A.
  Nursing care conference
2. B.
  Case study
3. C.
  Nursing care presentation
4. D.
  Nursing care plan
Answer and explanation
Q102 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Operative Obstetrics
Which of the following is one of the absolute indications for a classical Caesarean section?
1. A.
  Fetal distress
2. B.
  Complete anterior placenta praevia
3. C.
  Cephalopelvic disproportion
4. D.
  Bad obstetric history
Answer and explanation
Q103 · Nursing Research & Statistics · Introduction to Statistics
The simple arithmetic average of observations is called?
1. A.
  Mean
2. B.
  Standard deviation
3. C.
  Median
4. D.
  Mode
Answer and explanation
Q104 · Applied Psychology · Motivation & Emotional Processes
Which of the following is defined as 'a mental and neural state of readiness, organized through experience, and exerting a directive or dynamic influence upon the individual's response to all objects and situations with which it is related'?
1. A.
  Motivation
2. B.
  Attitude
3. C.
  Stereotype
4. D.
  Perception
Answer and explanation
Q105 · Applied Microbiology & Infection control · Miscellaneous
All of the following about Tetanus are true, EXCEPT:
1. A.
  Herd immunity is present
2. B.
  Tetanus protection is for 5 years if previously unexposed
3. C.
  Cannot be eradicated
4. D.
  Elimination is less than 1 case per 1000 live births
Answer and explanation
Q106 · Applied Physiology · Circulatory & Lymphatic system
In relation to the conduction pathway of the human heart, a normal 12 lead ECG consists of waves known as P, Q, R, S and T; which wave reflects the atrial depolarisation?
1. A.
  U
2. B.
  T
3. C.
  P
4. D.
  QRS
Answer and explanation
Q107 · General Knowledge · National Current Affairs
Which organization developed India's first earthquake early warning mobile application known as 'Uttarakhand Bhookamp Alert'?
1. A.
  IIT Patna
2. B.
  IIT Roorkee
3. C.
  IIT Bombay
4. D.
  IIT Kharagpur
Answer and explanation
Q108 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Normal Puerperium
Lochia serosa consists of?
1. A.
  Leucocytes, wound exudates and mucus from the cervix
2. B.
  Shards of foetal membranes and meconium
3. C.
  Lanugo and vernix caseosa
4. D.
  Microorganisms only
Answer and explanation
Q109 · Pharmacology · Drugs Acting on Central Nervous System
Mr X suffering from depression is currently on Fluoxetine (Prozac) therapy. Which of the following side effects does the nurse need to suspect in the client?
1. A.
  Increased libido
2. B.
  Urinary incontinence
3. C.
  Decreased libido
4. D.
  Urinary retention
Answer and explanation
Q110 · Applied Microbiology & Infection control · Disinfection and Sterilization
Biological control used in an autoclave is the spore of:
1. A.
  Bacillus stearothermophilus
2. B.
  Clostridium perfringens
3. C.
  Bacillus cereus
4. D.
  Clostridium histolyticum
Answer and explanation
Q111 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Cardiovascular, Circulatory, and Hematologic Function
Which of the following is a priority assessment in a patient with a cardiac emergency?
1. A.
  Respiratory function
2. B.
  Chest pain
3. C.
  Blood pressure
4. D.
  Level of consciousness
Answer and explanation
Q112 · General Knowledge · Union government and Judiciary Bodies
The President has no veto power in respect of a?
1. A.
  Ordinary bill
2. B.
  Constitutional amendment bill
3. C.
  Financial bill
4. D.
  Money bill
Answer and explanation
Q113 · Applied Psychology · Cognitive Process
From a behaviourist point of view, learning is:
1. A.
  Change in behaviour as a result of experience
2. B.
  A goal directed activity
3. C.
  A result of trial-and-error activities
4. D.
  Total reaction to the total situation
Answer and explanation
Q114 · Nursing Education · Assessment and Evaluation Methodologies
Which of the following is an appropriate tool for formative assessment?
1. A.
  Scholastic Assessment Test
2. B.
  Board Examination
3. C.
  Group discussion
4. D.
  Mid-term examination
Answer and explanation
Q115 · Applied Psychology · Miscellaneous
Which of the following can be defined as 'any event, situation, circumstance, demand, pressure or tension that disturbs or threatens to disturb the individual's functioning, leading to physical, mental and emotional strain'?
1. A.
  Conflict
2. B.
  Stress
3. C.
  Fear
4. D.
  Frustration
Answer and explanation
Q116 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Antenatal Care, Preconceptional Counseling and Care
The investigation included in the routine antenatal assessment includes all of the following EXCEPT?
1. A.
  Haemoglobin
2. B.
  RBS
3. C.
  HIV
4. D.
  Blood urea, creatinine
Answer and explanation
Q117 · Applied Physiology · General Physiology
Identify the FALSE statement regarding total body water compartments?
1. A.
  Intracellular fluid contributes to 40% of body weight
2. B.
  Body is composed of 60% water
3. C.
  Intravascular fluid contributes 16% of body weight
4. D.
  Extracellular fluid contributes to 20% of body weight
Answer and explanation
Q118 · Biochemistry & Nutrition · Proteins
Basic amino-acids are all of the following EXCEPT?
1. A.
  Lysine
2. B.
  Arginine
3. C.
  Histidine
4. D.
  Proline
Answer and explanation
Q119 · Nursing Foundations · Nursing Care & Specific Procedures
Which of the following is the correct set of steps for suture removal?
1. A.
  Raise the knot with artery forceps and place the tip of scissors under the knot, close to the skin. Gently cut the suture with a scalpel and pull it out with nails.
2. B.
  Place the curved tip of the suture scissors on the side, close to the skin; raise it; cut abruptly and pull with the forceps.
3. C.
  Place the curved tip of the suture scissors directly under a knot or on the side, close to the skin; gently cut the sutures and pull it out with the forceps.
4. D.
  Raise the knot; settle the knot and cover the suture into a sheet.
Answer and explanation
Q120 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Miscellaneous
To reach a height of 2 feet, 2 feet wide stairs are to be made. A height of 0.5 feet is to be kept between one step and the next. The depth of each step is 0.5 feet. If the dimensions of a brick are 0.5 x 0.5 x 0.5 feet, then the number of bricks required for the stairs is?
1. A.
  48
2. B.
  40
3. C.
  36
4. D.
  44
Answer and explanation
Q121 · Applied Microbiology & Infection control · General Characteristics of Microbes
Invasion of a susceptible host by a pathogen or microorganism, resulting in a disease is termed as:
1. A.
  Immunity
2. B.
  Cross infection
3. C.
  Colonization
4. D.
  Infection
Answer and explanation
Q122 · Nursing Foundations · Hospital Admission & Discharge
The attitude of a nurse towards a newly admitted patient in a hospital should be:
1. A.
  Calm and friendly
2. B.
  Task-oriented
3. C.
  Quick and hurried
4. D.
  Cold and sympathetic
Answer and explanation
Q123 · Applied Psychology · Cognitive Process
In operant conditioning, something is removed to increase the likelihood of a behaviour is known as?
1. A.
  Positive reinforcement
2. B.
  Positive punishment
3. C.
  Negative reinforcement
4. D.
  Negative punishment
Answer and explanation
Q124 · Nursing Foundations · Administration of medications
1000 grams (g) is equal to ______ pounds (lb).
1. A.
  1.1
2. B.
  1
3. C.
  1.2
4. D.
  2.2
Answer and explanation
Q125 · Community Health Nursing · Concepts of Community Health and Community Health Nursing
The process by which individuals and groups of people behave in a manner conducive to promotion, maintenance or restoration of health is
1. A.
  Health education
2. B.
  Health promotion
3. C.
  Health belief
4. D.
  Health behaviour
Answer and explanation
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Q126 · Applied Psychology · Personality
Which of the following is considered as the gold standard in personality testing?
1. A.
  Thematic apperception test
2. B.
  Observation method
3. C.
  Minnesota multi-phasic personality inventory
4. D.
  Rorschach ink blot test
Answer and explanation
Q127 · Community Health Nursing · Home Visits
During home visits a community health nurse should practice the following skills EXCEPT?
1. A.
  Judgement Skills
2. B.
  Technical skills
3. C.
  Understanding of human relation skills
4. D.
  Financial skill of charging fees
Answer and explanation
Q128 · Nursing Foundations · Administration of medications
In the metric system of measurement, 1 cup is usually considered as ___ ml.
1. A.
  200
2. B.
  240
3. C.
  150
4. D.
  190
Answer and explanation
Q129 · Applied Psychology · Cognitive Process
If an individual is able to remember occurrences of the distant past, then which type of memory is considered normal?
1. A.
  Topographic memory
2. B.
  Recent memory
3. C.
  Immediate memory
4. D.
  Remote memory
Answer and explanation
Q130 · English · Vocabulary
Select the most appropriate meaning of the given proverb. Do not count your chickens before they hatch.
1. A.
  Forecast all the aspects of a plan.
2. B.
  Always expect good results from a plan.
3. C.
  Always expect for a plan to fail.
4. D.
  Do not expect so much; the plan may or may not get successful.
Answer and explanation
Q131 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Musculoskeletal Function
The bony swelling of the distal inter-phalangeal finger joint seen in osteoarthritis is called?
1. A.
  Osler's nodes
2. B.
  Virchow's nodes
3. C.
  Bouchard nodes
4. D.
  Heberden nodes
Answer and explanation
Q132 · Applied Nutrition & Dietetics · Vitamins
Which of the following fat-soluble vitamins have an antioxidant function?
1. A.
  Vitamin E
2. B.
  Vitamin D
3. C.
  Vitamin A
4. D.
  Vitamin K
Answer and explanation
Q133 · Biochemistry & Nutrition · Lipids
The key enzyme of cholesterol synthesis is?
1. A.
  HMG-CoA reductase
2. B.
  HMG-CoA dehydrogenase
3. C.
  HMG-CoA synthase
4. D.
  HMG-CoA lyase
Answer and explanation
Q134 · Applied Physiology · Endocrine system
Chemical messengers synthesized and secreted by endocrine glands are called?
1. A.
  Enzymes
2. B.
  Hormones
3. C.
  Neurotransmitters
4. D.
  Catalysts
Answer and explanation
Q135 · Nursing Foundations · Patient Education
The first aid measure to control bleeding is to?
1. A.
  Keep the foot raised
2. B.
  Apply direct pressure on the wound
3. C.
  Arrange for Blood transfusion immediately
4. D.
  Tie a bandage above the wound
Answer and explanation
Q136 · Nursing Foundations · Introduction to Health & Illness
The inability of a person to play the expected role in society is termed as?
1. A.
  Disease
2. B.
  Disability
3. C.
  Handicap
4. D.
  Impairment
Answer and explanation
Q137 · Nursing Education · Implementation
Which of the following is NOT a component of programmed instruction?
1. A.
  Linear programming
2. B.
  Extrinsic style programming
3. C.
  Computer assisted programming
4. D.
  Branching programming
Answer and explanation
Q138 · Applied Psychology · Cognitive Process
Who among the following suggested the concept called Intelligence Quotient (IQ) in 1912?
1. A.
  William Stern
2. B.
  David Wechsler
3. C.
  Charles Spearman
4. D.
  John C Raven
Answer and explanation
Q139 · Nursing Management & Leadership · Management of Nursing Educational Institute
Which of the following inspections is conducted by the Indian Nursing Council for those institutions which are found unsuitable on first or subsequent inspection?
1. A.
  Second inspection
2. B.
  Periodic inspection
3. C.
  Third inspection
4. D.
  Re-inspection
Answer and explanation
Q140 · Community Health Nursing · Demography, Surveillance and Interpretation of Data
According to recent estimates, what is the leading individual cause of neonatal mortality in India?
1. A.
  Birth asphyxia
2. B.
  Preterm birth complications
3. C.
  Neonatal sepsis
4. D.
  Congenital anomalies
Answer and explanation
Q141 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Cardiovascular, Circulatory, and Hematologic Function
What is orthostatic hypotension?
1. A.
  When a healthy individual changes from standing to suddenly sitting position, there is a sudden drop in BP
2. B.
  When the systolic pressure falls below 90 mmHg or below
3. C.
  When a healthy individual changes from a lying to sitting and then standing position, there is a sudden drop in BP
4. D.
  When the BP reads 130/90 mm Hg in lying and 132/92 mm Hg in standing position
Answer and explanation
Q142 · Nursing Foundations · Communication & Nurse-Patient Relationship
Which of the following strategies help to overcome physical barrier to communication?
1. A.
  Use of simple language
2. B.
  Reduction of visual vocal distractions
3. C.
  Encouraging feedback
4. D.
  Use of written mode of communication
Answer and explanation
Q143 · Nursing Foundations · Patient Education
How to provide first aid to a drowning victim after rescuing?
1. A.
  Shout and call by name
2. B.
  Arrange someone to send the victim to the hospital
3. C.
  Very quickly place the victim in prone position with face down and make sure that air passage is not obstructed
4. D.
  Quick physical examination
Answer and explanation
Q144 · Nursing Foundations · Miscellaneous
Which of the following ethical principles is intended to promote fair and equitable treatment for all patients?
1. A.
  Non-maleficence
2. B.
  Beneficence
3. C.
  Justice
4. D.
  Autonomy
Answer and explanation
Q145 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Other Acute Problems
The first aid treatment for a person who has been bitten by a dog involves?
1. A.
  Applying a tourniquet proximal to the wound
2. B.
  Applying a wound dressing
3. C.
  Cleaning the wound with soap and water
4. D.
  Administering anti-rabies vaccine
Answer and explanation
Q146 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Fundamentals of Reproduction
The following are the functions of the yolk sac, EXCEPT?
1. A.
  Protecting the embryo from the invasion of microorganisms
2. B.
  Generating blood cells
3. C.
  Generating germ cells
4. D.
  Providing nutrients
Answer and explanation
Q147 · Applied Physiology · Reproductive system
In the second week, the hypoblast extends into the blastocyst cavity to form?
1. A.
  peritoneal cavity
2. B.
  amniotic cavity
3. C.
  blastocyst cavity
4. D.
  yolk sac
Answer and explanation
Q148 · Nursing Research & Statistics · Miscellaneous
Calculate the prevalence of a disease when the incidence is 5 per 1000 population per year and the mean duration of the disease is 10 years.
1. A.
  20 per 1000 population
2. B.
  50000 per 1000 population
3. C.
  50 per 1000 population
4. D.
  100 per 1000 population
Answer and explanation
Q149 · General Knowledge · Miscellaneous
Which of the following is performed by rhythmically clapping on the chest wall with cupped hands?
1. A.
  Vibration
2. B.
  Suctioning
3. C.
  Percussion
4. D.
  Kneading
Answer and explanation
Q150 · Community Health Nursing · Reproductive, maternal, newborn, child and adolescent Health (Review from OBG Nursing and application in community setting)
During home visits, a community health nurse should give priority to an antenatal mother who?
1. A.
  Lives near an antenatal clinic
2. B.
  Attends antenatal clinic regularly
3. C.
  Is primipara
4. D.
  Is multipara
Answer and explanation
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Q151 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Abnormalities of the Puerperium
Pelvic tilting exercises are taught to puerperal woman on discharge as they help in?
1. A.
  Maintaining the tone of pelvic floor muscles
2. B.
  Strengthening chest and shoulder muscles
3. C.
  Strengthening calf muscles and hamstrings
4. D.
  Preventing backache and maintaining good tone of abdominal muscles
Answer and explanation
Q152 · Nursing Management & Leadership · Management Process
In which phase of nursing audit process should audit protocol be prepared?
1. A.
  Describing phase
2. B.
  Preparing phase
3. C.
  Analysis phase
4. D.
  Implementing phase
Answer and explanation
Q153 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Number System
In the equation '92 ÷ 16 + 14 = Y', what is the value of Y?
1. A.
  19.75
2. B.
  20.5
3. C.
  6.75
4. D.
  150
Answer and explanation
Q154 · Applied Psychology · Cognitive Process
Who among the following proposed the theory of classical conditioning?
1. A.
  David Premack
2. B.
  Albert Bandura
3. C.
  Ivan Pavlov
4. D.
  B.F. Skinner
Answer and explanation
Q155 · Nursing Foundations · Nursing Care & Specific Procedures
While doing finger bandaging, what size you will pick up from the kit?
1. A.
  5 cm
2. B.
  4 cm
3. C.
  2.5 cm
4. D.
  6 cm
Answer and explanation
Q156 · General Knowledge · Miscellaneous
India's first private Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) plant was inaugurated in?
1. A.
  Cochin
2. B.
  Mangalore
3. C.
  Chennai
4. D.
  Nagpur
Answer and explanation
Q157 · Applied Sociology · Social structure
Which of the following takes place during infancy and childhood?
1. A.
  Secondary socialization
2. B.
  Adult socialization
3. C.
  Anticipatory socialization
4. D.
  Primary socialization
Answer and explanation
Q158 · General Knowledge · Important Health Days & Themes
What was the theme of 'World Radio Day 2022', which was on 13 February 2022?
1. A.
  Radio and Rust
2. B.
  Radio and Trust
3. C.
  Radio and Just
4. D.
  Radio and Thrust
Answer and explanation
Q159 · Applied Psychology · Cognitive Process
Who among the following propounded 'Social Learning Theory'?
1. A.
  Sigmund Freud
2. B.
  Jean Piaget
3. C.
  Erik Erikson
4. D.
  Albert Bandura
Answer and explanation
Q160 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Immunologic Function
The laboratory test used for the diagnosis of autoimmune arthritis is the ______ test.
1. A.
  Bence Jones protein
2. B.
  Antinuclear antibody
3. C.
  Alkaline phosphatase
4. D.
  X-ray
Answer and explanation
Q161 · Nursing Management & Leadership · Management Process
What type of budget plans for the acquisition of major equipment and raw materials over a period of several years?
1. A.
  Operational budget
2. B.
  Capital budget
3. C.
  Flexible budget
4. D.
  Zero-based budget
Answer and explanation
Q162 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Sensorineural Function
One ear is tested at a time, the untested ear is covered by palm of hand, this test is known as?
1. A.
  Whisper test
2. B.
  Weber test
3. C.
  Rinne test
4. D.
  Audiometry
Answer and explanation
Q163 · Nursing Education · Assessment and Planning
Which model of curriculum development has the following components: 1. Specifying major educational goals, objectives and domains; 2. Curriculum designing; 3. Curriculum implementation; 4. Evaluation?
1. A.
  The Tyler model
2. B.
  The Taba model
3. C.
  The Saylor, Alexander and Lewis model
4. D.
  The Oliva model
Answer and explanation
Q164 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Digestive and Gastrointestinal Function
Which is the best time to change a bowel diversion ostomy appliance?
1. A.
  After administration of fluids
2. B.
  In the morning before breakfast
3. C.
  Immediately after a large meal
4. D.
  At bedtime
Answer and explanation
Q165 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Digestive and Gastrointestinal Function
Persistent diarrhoea refers to?
1. A.
  Blood in stool
2. B.
  Diarrhoea that lasts for 14 days or more
3. C.
  Diarrhoea that lasts for 21 days or more
4. D.
  Acute watery diarrhoea
Answer and explanation
Q166 · Nursing Foundations · Documentation & Reporting
What is the best time to write a patient's record?
1. A.
  Once a week
2. B.
  At the end of each day
3. C.
  Once every month
4. D.
  Immediately as soon as possible
Answer and explanation
Q167 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Urinary Tract Function
What does a positive leukocyte esterase test indicate?
1. A.
  Patient has oliguria and should be treated
2. B.
  Patient has dysuria and should be treated
3. C.
  Patient has haematuria and should be treated
4. D.
  Patient has pyuria and should be treated
Answer and explanation
Q168 · Nursing Management & Leadership · Management of Nursing Service in the Hospital & Community
Which department is typically responsible for managing the procurement of raw materials and equipment in a hospital setting?
1. A.
  Nursing Department
2. B.
  Finance Department
3. C.
  Procurement/Materials Management Department
4. D.
  Human Resources
Answer and explanation
Q169 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Hypertensive Disorders in Pregnancy
The dietary management of preeclampsia includes:
1. A.
  A high protein diet
2. B.
  Total calorie less than 1,200 cal/day
3. C.
  Plenty of fluids
4. D.
  A salt free diet
Answer and explanation
Q170 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Development
Sonu, a 9 month-old baby, is brought to an immunization clinic. On history taking, the nurse notes that she was treated in NICU for neonatal sepsis for more than a month. All of the following will be the focus of assessment EXCEPT?
1. A.
  Anthropometry
2. B.
  Developmental screening
3. C.
  Nutritional assessment
4. D.
  Genetic assessment
Answer and explanation
Q171 · Nursing Research & Statistics · Application of Statistics in Health and Uses of Computer in Statistics
Which is the method of cost analysis that compares health outcome of treatment/interventions in the QALY?
1. A.
  Cost-of-illness analysis
2. B.
  Cost-benefit analysis
3. C.
  Cost-minimization analysis
4. D.
  Cost-utility analysis
Answer and explanation
Q172 · Applied Physiology · General Physiology
Hypoventilation from pulmonary, cardiac, musculoskeletal or neuromuscular diseases can cause?
1. A.
  Metabolic alkalosis
2. B.
  Metabolic acidosis
3. C.
  Respiratory acidosis
4. D.
  Respiratory alkalosis
Answer and explanation
Q173 · Nursing Research & Statistics · Tools and Methods of Data Collection
In epidemiologic and clinical research, name the scale to measure the intensity or frequency of various symptoms.
1. A.
  Visual analogue scale
2. B.
  Checklist
3. C.
  Nominal scale
4. D.
  Ordinal scale
Answer and explanation
Q174 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Urinary Tract Function
Which of the following is a risk factor for urinary tract infection?
1. A.
  Urinary immunoglobulin in the urethra
2. B.
  Instrumentation of the urinary tract
3. C.
  Ability to empty the bladder completely
4. D.
  Natural host defenses
Answer and explanation
Q175 · Reasoning · Coding-Decoding
In a certain code language, 'MARS' is coded as OCTU and 'GAME' is coded as ICOG. How will 'DRUM' be coded in the same language?
1. A.
  SDFS
2. B.
  SKLR
3. C.
  FWTB
4. D.
  FTWO
Answer and explanation
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Q176 · Applied Nutrition & Dietetics · Proteins
What is the function of proteins (Biomolecules)?
1. A.
  Build new cells for growth & renew damaged tissue
2. B.
  Maintenance of body temperature
3. C.
  Hereditary factor
4. D.
  Synthesis of wax
Answer and explanation
Q177 · Nursing Foundations · Nursing Theories
Which of the following is NOT a component of family coping index?
1. A.
  Health attitude
2. B.
  Emotional competence
3. C.
  Health beliefs
4. D.
  Physical competence
Answer and explanation
Q178 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Integumentary Function
When parasites tend to cling to clothing and body lice suck blood and lay eggs on the clothing and furniture, it is known as:
1. A.
  Ticks
2. B.
  Pediculosis Corporis
3. C.
  Pediculosis Pubis
4. D.
  Pediculosis Capitis
Answer and explanation
Q179 · Community Health Nursing · Assisting individuals and families to promote and maintain their health
Which of the following represents the killing power of a disease?
1. A.
  Case fatality rate
2. B.
  Crude death rate
3. C.
  Survival rate
4. D.
  Attack rate
Answer and explanation
Q180 · Applied Nutrition & Dietetics · Nutritional Assessment and Nutrition Education
What is the most common and easiest method for assessing the daily dietary intake of a child?
1. A.
  Anthropometry
2. B.
  Food diary
3. C.
  Biochemical measurements
4. D.
  24-hour recall
Answer and explanation
Q181 · Nursing Management & Leadership · Organisational Behaviour & Human Relations
During which of the following team development stages, do members voice out their differences and negotiate, bargain and assemble into units?
1. A.
  Forming phase
2. B.
  Storming phase
3. C.
  Norming phase
4. D.
  Performing phase
Answer and explanation
Q182 · Nursing Foundations · Miscellaneous
While examining a female patient by a male doctor, it is the duty of the female nurse to?
1. A.
  Not allow the doctor to examine the client
2. B.
  Arrange another female health care provider to stand with the patient throughout examination
3. C.
  Inform the physician to arrange a female doctor for examination of the client
4. D.
  Be with the patient physically and measure her vital signs
Answer and explanation
Q183 · Applied Sociology · Social structure
Which of the following is NOT one of the basic components of the rural social structure?
1. A.
  Speed
2. B.
  Family
3. C.
  Caste
4. D.
  Village
Answer and explanation
Q184 · Nursing Education · Assessment and Planning
Which of the following is a teacher-centred method, where organized clinical instruction is given to a small group of students in the presence of a patient?
1. A.
  Nursing rounds
2. B.
  Nursing case presentations
3. C.
  Nursing care conference
4. D.
  Bedside clinic
Answer and explanation
Q185 · General Knowledge · Indian geography
Which of the following states does not have mangrove forests?
1. A.
  Gujarat
2. B.
  West Bengal
3. C.
  Manipur
4. D.
  Andhra Pradesh
Answer and explanation
Q186 · Reasoning · Series
Select the combination of letters that when separately placed in the blanks of the given series will complete the series. NLO_MQR_STO_VPW
1. A.
  NPU
2. B.
  UNP
3. C.
  MNU
4. D.
  PNU
Answer and explanation
Q187 · Nursing Foundations · Communication & Nurse-Patient Relationship
Intrapersonal communication is a powerful form of communication. It occurs:
1. A.
  With two people
2. B.
  Within an individual
3. C.
  Within an organization
4. D.
  Within a group of people
Answer and explanation
Q188 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Sensorineural Function
In which hearing test is one ear tested at a time while the non-tested ear is occluded?
1. A.
  Whisper test
2. B.
  Weber test
3. C.
  Rinne test
4. D.
  Audiometry
Answer and explanation
Q189 · English · Vocabulary
Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the word in the brackets, to fill in the blank. Water is one of the most ______ commodities sold. [pure]
1. A.
  Costly
2. B.
  Clean
3. C.
  Adulterated
4. D.
  Cheap
Answer and explanation
Q190 · Nursing Foundations · Nursing Care & Specific Procedures
All of the following are methods to confirm placement of Ryle's tube in the stomach, EXCEPT?
1. A.
  Taking chest radiograph
2. B.
  Listening to sound with a stethoscope while pushing air into the stomach
3. C.
  Aspiration of gastric fluid
4. D.
  Telling the child to swallow water
Answer and explanation
Q191 · Nursing Research & Statistics · Introduction to Statistics
The simple arithmetic average of observations is called
1. A.
  Mean
2. B.
  Standard deviation
3. C.
  Median
4. D.
  Mode
Answer and explanation
Q192 · English · Vocabulary
Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom: Heart of gold.
1. A.
  Very frightened
2. B.
  Kind and generous
3. C.
  Timid and loyal
4. D.
  Surprised and shocked
Answer and explanation
Q193 · Reasoning · Series
What should come in place of the question mark in the given series in order to make it logically complete? A237, BY41, CX43, ?
1. A.
  DW45
2. B.
  DW47
3. C.
  DV47
4. D.
  DW46
Answer and explanation
Q194 · Biochemistry & Nutrition · Immunochemistry
Which of the following is NOT a chain breaking anti-oxidant?
1. A.
  Uric acid
2. B.
  Superoxide dismutase
3. C.
  Alpha tocopherol
4. D.
  Ceruloplasmin
Answer and explanation
Q195 · Applied Physiology · Reproductive system
In primordial follicles, the single flat layer of supporting cells that surround the oocyte is called?
1. A.
  Theca cells
2. B.
  Glial cells
3. C.
  Antrum
4. D.
  Granulosa cells
Answer and explanation
Q196 · Nursing Research & Statistics · Research Approaches and Designs
All of the following are the elements of a good research design, EXCEPT?
1. A.
  Clear statement of the problem
2. B.
  Data collection technique
3. C.
  Data analysis
4. D.
  Literature review
Answer and explanation
Q197 · Applied Microbiology & Infection control · General Characteristics of Microbes
The type of microscope that utilizes the different refractive indices between the bacterial cell and surrounding medium is a/an ______ microscope.
1. A.
  Electron
2. B.
  Dark ground
3. C.
  Phase contrast
4. D.
  Fluorescence
Answer and explanation
Q198 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Musculoskeletal Function
______ is a slowly progressive non-inflammatory disorder of the diarthrodial joints.
1. A.
  Osteoarthritis
2. B.
  Osteoporosis
3. C.
  Rheumatoid arthritis
4. D.
  Osteomyelitis
Answer and explanation
Q199 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · COMPLICATED LABOR-Malposition, Malpresentation and Cord Prolapse
What is a known disadvantage of administering an enema during labor?
1. A.
  It is associated with discomfort for women
2. B.
  It speeds up labor significantly
3. C.
  It is required by hospital policy
4. D.
  It prevents infection
Answer and explanation
Q200 · Nursing Foundations · Nursing Process
How can a nurse avoid errors in stating the nursing diagnosis?
1. A.
  Identify one symptom rather than a cluster to diagnose
2. B.
  State the nurse's problems rather than client problems
3. C.
  Identify the client problem rather than nursing intervention
4. D.
  Focus on the medical diagnosis not the client response
Answer and explanation

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