UPUMS Nursing Officer 2024 question paper

UPUMS Nursing Officer · 2024 · 200 questions · 180 minutes

Medical & Surgical Nursing 34
Nursing Foundations 19
Mental Health Nursing 19
Obstetrics & Gynaecology 17
Community Health Nursing 12
Applied Psychology 11
Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) 11
General Knowledge 10
English 9
Applied Microbiology & Infection control 8
Applied Anatomy 8
Nursing Research & Statistics 7
Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics 6
Reasoning 6
Pharmacology 5
Nursing Management & Leadership 4
Applied Nutrition & Dietetics 4
Applied Physiology 3
Pathology & Genetics 2
Biochemistry & Nutrition 2
Forensic Nursing & Indian laws 1
Applied Sociology 1
Nursing Education 1

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Q1 · Community Health Nursing · Family planning
To increase awareness of rural populations towards small family norm, the best method is?
1. A.
  Television
2. B.
  Charts and exhibits
3. C.
  Role playing
4. D.
  Film show
Answer and explanation
Q2 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Number System
The number of 3-digit numbers divisible by 6 is ______
1. A.
  166
2. B.
  151
3. C.
  150
4. D.
  149
Answer and explanation
Q3 · Nursing Management & Leadership · Management Basics Applied to Nursing
Which of the following is the correct definition of administration?
1. A.
  It is the direction, coordination and control of many persons to achieve some object
2. B.
  All are correct
3. C.
  It is organisation and direction of human and material resources to achieve desired goal
4. D.
  It is the activities of a group cooperating to accomplish a common goal
Answer and explanation
Q4 · Applied Psychology · Mental Health & mental hygiene
Counselling is a profession that aims to?
1. A.
  Promote personal growth and productivity
2. B.
  Ensure that clients are on the correct medication
3. C.
  Solely address behaviour
4. D.
  Provide a successful diagnosis in psychopathology
Answer and explanation
Q5 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Gas Exchange and Respiratory Function
What number of sputum specimens are collected to diagnose Tuberculosis in DOTS?
1. A.
  2
2. B.
  3
3. C.
  1
4. D.
  4
Answer and explanation
Q6 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Miscellaneous
If we minus 712 from 1500, how much do we get?
1. A.
  768
2. B.
  778
3. C.
  788
4. D.
  758
Answer and explanation
Q7 · English · Grammar
They built this temple 3,000 years ago. This must ______ a great civilization.
1. A.
  was
2. B.
  have been
3. C.
  has been
4. D.
  not have been
Answer and explanation
Q8 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Amenorrhea
In the following, which statement is false?
1. A.
  At birth the uterine body and the cervix ratio is about 1:2
2. B.
  After menopause the ratio remains 2:1
3. C.
  After puberty the ratio between uterine body and cervix becomes 2:1
4. D.
  In childhood the ratio between uterine body and the cervix is 1:1
Answer and explanation
Q9 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Neurologic Function
A 30-year-old man has been on life support systems for the past 48 hours following blunt head trauma. Brain death cannot be established in this patient if there is the presence of which of the following?
1. A.
  Carotid blood flow
2. B.
  Cremasteric reflexes
3. C.
  Elevated serum aminoglycoside concentrations
4. D.
  Hypothermia
Answer and explanation
Q10 · General Knowledge · National Current Affairs
Siyom bridge has been inaugurated in which state?
1. A.
  Arunachal Pradesh
2. B.
  Assam
3. C.
  Punjab
4. D.
  Jammu and Kashmir
Answer and explanation
Q11 · Nursing Foundations · Nursing Theories
The act of utilizing the environment of the patient to assist him in his recovery is theorized by:
1. A.
  Benner
2. B.
  King
3. C.
  Nightingale
4. D.
  Swanson
Answer and explanation
Q12 · Mental Health Nursing · Treatment modalities and therapies used in mental disorders
A neuromuscular blocking agent is administered to a client before ECT therapy. The nurse should carefully observe the client for...
1. A.
  Dizziness
2. B.
  Seizures
3. C.
  Respiratory difficulties
4. D.
  Nausea and vomiting
Answer and explanation
Q13 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Antepartum Hemorrhage
Premature separation of a normally implanted placenta during the second half of pregnancy usually with a haemorrhage is known as
1. A.
  Incompetent cervix
2. B.
  Placenta previa
3. C.
  Abruptio placentae
4. D.
  Ectopic pregnancy
Answer and explanation
Q14 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Urinary Tract Function
The nurse is caring for a client who had a cystoscopy in the day. Which symptom from the client is of most concern to the nurse?
1. A.
  Leg cramps
2. B.
  Tea-colored urine
3. C.
  Complaint of back pain
4. D.
  Pink-tinged urine
Answer and explanation
Q15 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Miscellaneous
The nurse is attending to a client who was diagnosed with heart failure. During the examination, the nurse observes that the client is dyspneic with crackles upon auscultation. Which symptoms would manifest for a client with excess fluid volume?
1. A.
  Flat neck and hand veins
2. B.
  Weight loss
3. C.
  Pulmonary oedema
4. D.
  Decreased central venous pressure
Answer and explanation
Q16 · Community Health Nursing · Respiratory Infections
Which country received the prestigious Measles and Rubella Champion global award for its exemplary effort in combating these diseases?
1. A.
  Bangladesh
2. B.
  Bhutan
3. C.
  India
4. D.
  Myanmar
Answer and explanation
Q17 · Nursing Research & Statistics · Hypothesis & Assumption
What are the formal process for testing a hypothesis?
1. A.
  State, formulate, analyze and interpret
2. B.
  State, analyze, formulate and interpret
3. C.
  State, formulate, interpret and analyze
4. D.
  formulate, state, analyze and interpret
Answer and explanation
Q18 · Community Health Nursing · Geriatric Health Care
Which is true of primary facilities?
1. A.
  A community hospital is an example of this level of basic facilities.
2. B.
  Their services are provided on an out-patient basis
3. C.
  They are training facilities for health professionals
4. D.
  They are usually government-run
Answer and explanation
Q19 · Mental Health Nursing · Psychiatric Emergencies
A 22 year old female is admitted to the ward following a suicide attempt. She has a 2 week history of depression as well as a history of harmful use of multiple substances and anorexia. What is your first nursing priority?
1. A.
  Socialisation
2. B.
  Administering the Beck depression scale
3. C.
  Contracting for eating behaviour
4. D.
  Safety
Answer and explanation
Q20 · General Knowledge · Miscellaneous
Which institution constructed the 'INS Sahyadri' Shivalik-class stealth multi-role frigate?
1. A.
  Mazagon Dock Limited
2. B.
  DRDO
3. C.
  L&T
4. D.
  HAL
Answer and explanation
Q21 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Diagnosis of Pregnancy
The first fetal movement felt by the mother is known as—
1. A.
  Engagement
2. B.
  Lightening
3. C.
  Quickening
4. D.
  Ballottement
Answer and explanation
Q22 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Infertility
What amount of washed and concentrated sperm is administered into the uterine cavity during artificial insemination?
1. A.
  1ml
2. B.
  0.3 ml
3. C.
  2ml
4. D.
  5ml
Answer and explanation
Q23 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Sensorineural Function
The nurse asked the client to read the Snellen chart. Which of the following is tested?
1. A.
  Trochlear
2. B.
  Olfactory
3. C.
  Optic
4. D.
  Oculomotor
Answer and explanation
Q24 · Nursing Foundations · Mobility & Immobility
A patient with dyspnoea should be placed in?
1. A.
  Sim's position
2. B.
  Orthopneic position
3. C.
  Supine position
4. D.
  Lithotomy position
Answer and explanation
Q25 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Speed–distance–time
A train passes a station platform in 42 seconds and a man standing on the platform in 26 seconds. If the speed of the train is 29 m/s, what is the length of the platform?
1. A.
  456
2. B.
  466
3. C.
  476
4. D.
  464
Answer and explanation
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Q26 · English · Grammar
Select the correct passive form of the given sentence: Credit cards are replacing cash transactions.
1. A.
  Cash transactions are being replaced by credit cards
2. B.
  Cash transactions are replaced by credit cards
3. C.
  Cash transactions had been replaced by credit cards
4. D.
  Cash transactions have been replaced by credit cards
Answer and explanation
Q27 · Reasoning · Coding-Decoding
In a certain code language, if ADOPT is coded as GDRWS, then how is DATED coded in that language?
1. A.
  HIXEH
2. B.
  DGWGH
3. C.
  WZGVW
4. D.
  GDWHG
Answer and explanation
Q28 · Community Health Nursing · Epidemiology – Epidemiological Approaches and Processes
The epidemiological triad includes all of the following, except?
1. A.
  Host
2. B.
  Environment
3. C.
  Investigator
4. D.
  Agent
Answer and explanation
Q29 · Nursing Foundations · Elimination needs
Involuntary passing of urine is known as
1. A.
  Micturation
2. B.
  Enuresis
3. C.
  Defecation
4. D.
  Elimination
Answer and explanation
Q30 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Cardiovascular, Circulatory, and Hematologic Function
Collapsing pulse is also known as
1. A.
  Bounding pulse
2. B.
  Pulse oximetry
3. C.
  Water hammer pulse
4. D.
  Bigeminal pulse
Answer and explanation
Q31 · Mental Health Nursing · Schizophrenia
Individuals with Schizophrenia who cannot infer the belief, attitudes and intentions of others are said to lack?
1. A.
  Sense of self
2. B.
  Self esteem
3. C.
  Theory of Mind
4. D.
  Intelligence
Answer and explanation
Q32 · Applied Psychology · Mental Health & mental hygiene
Channelling of a strong and socially unacceptable drive or urge into a form that is acceptable to society is called as?
1. A.
  Replacement
2. B.
  Sublimation
3. C.
  Regression
4. D.
  Identification
Answer and explanation
Q33 · Applied Microbiology & Infection control · Miscellaneous
Which of the following is a vector borne disease?
1. A.
  Tetanus
2. B.
  Measles
3. C.
  Diphtheria
4. D.
  Dengue
Answer and explanation
Q34 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Other Acute Problems
What should you do when someone suffers swelling from a head injury?
1. A.
  Medication
2. B.
  Use a cold compress
3. C.
  Leave it alone
4. D.
  Use a hot compress
Answer and explanation
Q35 · Mental Health Nursing · Eating Disorders
What eating disorder involves starvation and obsession with calorie intake?
1. A.
  Binge Eating
2. B.
  Compulsive Eating
3. C.
  Bulimia
4. D.
  Anorexia
Answer and explanation
Q36 · Applied Anatomy · Reproductive System
Which structure provides the major support to the uterus and cervix?
1. A.
  Round ligaments
2. B.
  Uterosacral ligaments
3. C.
  Broad ligaments
4. D.
  Cardinal ligaments
Answer and explanation
Q37 · Applied Anatomy · Reproductive System
Which part of the breast is the Montgomery glands situated?
1. A.
  Near the base of the nipple
2. B.
  Alveoli of lobule
3. C.
  Lactiferous sinus of milk duct
4. D.
  Lactiferous duct
Answer and explanation
Q38 · Reasoning · Blood Relations
In a family of 8 persons with two couples, P is the son of Q and brother of R. S is the daughter of M, who is married to R. T is the aunt of S and mother of V. R's nephew W is the son of P and has a sister V. How is V related to M?
1. A.
  Cousin Sister
2. B.
  Nephew
3. C.
  Niece
4. D.
  Daughter
Answer and explanation
Q39 · Mental Health Nursing · Personality and Sexual Disorders
Magical thinking, peculiar notions, ideas of reference, illusions and derealisation are part of which personality disorder?
1. A.
  Paranoid
2. B.
  Schizotypal
3. C.
  Schizoid
4. D.
  Borderline
Answer and explanation
Q40 · English · Grammar
Adverbs can modify all of the following, except...
1. A.
  Adjectives
2. B.
  Other adverbs
3. C.
  Verbs
4. D.
  Nouns
Answer and explanation
Q41 · Nursing Management & Leadership · Organisational Behaviour & Human Relations
Which among the following leadership style is most effective?
1. A.
  Democratic Leadership
2. B.
  Laissez-faire Leadership
3. C.
  Bureaucratic Leadership
4. D.
  Autocratic Leadership
Answer and explanation
Q42 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Other Acute Problems
How many compressions and breaths should you do for each cycle of CPR?
1. A.
  30 compressions, 2 breaths
2. B.
  15 compressions, 2 breaths
3. C.
  30 compressions, 5 breaths
4. D.
  15 compressions, 5 breaths
Answer and explanation
Q43 · Pathology & Genetics · Systemic Pathology
Negri bodies produced by rabies virus show characteristic inner granules that are:
1. A.
  Neutrophilic
2. B.
  Eosinophilic
3. C.
  Acidophilic
4. D.
  Basophilic
Answer and explanation
Q44 · Applied Anatomy · Respiratory System
The walls of bronchioles contain
1. A.
  Cartilage, smooth muscle and respiratory epithelium
2. B.
  Smooth muscle and respiratory epithelium
3. C.
  Cartilage and respiratory epithelium
4. D.
  Cartilage and smooth muscle
Answer and explanation
Q45 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Diagnosis of Pregnancy
Levels of hCG in the maternal circulation typically peak at what level and at what gestational age?
1. A.
  10,000 mIU/mL at 10 weeks
2. B.
  100,000 mIU/mL at 10 weeks
3. C.
  10,000 mIU/mL at 20 weeks
4. D.
  100,000 mIU/mL at 40 weeks
Answer and explanation
Q46 · Applied Physiology · General Physiology
What is the first phase in wound healing?
1. A.
  Maturation phase
2. B.
  Inflammatory phase
3. C.
  Proliferative phase
4. D.
  Hemostasis phase
Answer and explanation
Q47 · Applied Psychology · Soft Skills & its applications
What is empathy?
1. A.
  Understanding and sharing the feelings of others
2. B.
  Convincing others to agree with your viewpoint
3. C.
  Ignoring the emotions of others
4. D.
  Interrupting others while they are speaking
Answer and explanation
Q48 · Community Health Nursing · Assisting individuals and families to promote and maintain their health
WHO was established in the year of?
1. A.
  1948
2. B.
  1848
3. C.
  1950
4. D.
  1947
Answer and explanation
Q49 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Dysmenorrhea and Other Disorders of Menstrual Cycles
Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) has a constellation of possible symptoms. Which of the following would NOT be expected?
1. A.
  Weight loss
2. B.
  Breast tenderness
3. C.
  Abdominal bloating
4. D.
  Anxiety
Answer and explanation
Q50 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Amenorrhea
Absence of menstrual cycle in female during reproductive period, is termed as?
1. A.
  Amenorrhoea
2. B.
  Epimenorrhoea
3. C.
  Dysmenorrhoea
4. D.
  Hypomenorrhoea
Answer and explanation
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Q51 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Miscellaneous
The ratio of number of girls to boys in a school of 2520 students is 27:29. How many more girls should be admitted to make the ratio 1:1?
1. A.
  90
2. B.
  86
3. C.
  92
4. D.
  88
Answer and explanation
Q52 · Forensic Nursing & Indian laws · Indian Judicial System and Laws
What is the legal age to perform marriage for girls in India?
1. A.
  18 years
2. B.
  20 years
3. C.
  19 years
4. D.
  21 years
Answer and explanation
Q53 · Pathology & Genetics · Clinical Pathology
A promising treatment for some children suffering from Thalassemia is?
1. A.
  Chemotherapeutic agents
2. B.
  Steroidal therapy
3. C.
  Radiation therapy
4. D.
  Bone marrow transplantation
Answer and explanation
Q54 · General Knowledge · Indian geography
The Lingaraj Temple, that was recently making news, is located in which city of Odisha?
1. A.
  Cuttack
2. B.
  Bhubaneswar
3. C.
  Puri
4. D.
  Sambalpur
Answer and explanation
Q55 · Nursing Management & Leadership · Management Process
The nursing group has been charged with the task of solving a patient care problem on the units. Which step should this group take first in this process?
1. A.
  Investigate what has already been tried to solve the issue.
2. B.
  Brainstorm about potential solutions
3. C.
  Categorize information in order of reliability.
4. D.
  Gather information to define the problem.
Answer and explanation
Q56 · Applied Psychology · Motivation & Emotional Processes
Fear of pain is termed as?
1. A.
  Zoophobia
2. B.
  Algophobia
3. C.
  Xenophobia
4. D.
  Agoraphobia
Answer and explanation
Q57 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Miscellaneous
Evaluation of $8^1 \times 8^0 \times 8^0$ is:
1. A.
  8
2. B.
  None is correct
3. C.
  1
4. D.
  0
Answer and explanation
Q58 · Applied Sociology · Clinical sociology
In medical sociology discipline, the incidence of illness is to a large extent...by social and cultural factors.
1. A.
  Rejected
2. B.
  None
3. C.
  Determined
4. D.
  Modified
Answer and explanation
Q59 · Mental Health Nursing · Psychiatric Emergencies
A Nurse is caring for a patient with schizophrenia. The patient starts exhibiting the symptoms of akathisia. Which of the following is the most appropriate nursing intervention?
1. A.
  Use restraints to prevent self-harm
2. B.
  Provide calm and quiet environment
3. C.
  Encourage the patient activities
4. D.
  Administer prescribed anticholinergic drug
Answer and explanation
Q60 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Complications of the Third Stage of Labor
What is the commonest cause of Postpartum Hemorrhage?
1. A.
  Atonicity of uterus
2. B.
  Subinvolution
3. C.
  Puerperal sepsis
4. D.
  Birth injury
Answer and explanation
Q61 · Applied Anatomy · Nervous System
Nerve supply of ovary is through
1. A.
  None are correct
2. B.
  Sacral fibers
3. C.
  Pudendal nerve
4. D.
  Branches of renal and aortic plexus
Answer and explanation
Q62 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Development
Which of the following sentences is NOT true?
1. A.
  Different tissues of the body grow at different rates
2. B.
  Growth and development is a continuous process
3. C.
  Growth pattern of every individual is unique
4. D.
  All human beings follow the same pattern of growth
Answer and explanation
Q63 · Nursing Foundations · Communication & Nurse-Patient Relationship
An adult who is terminally ill asks the nurse, "Am I going to die soon?" What is the best response for the nurse to make?
1. A.
  "Everyone has to die sometime."
2. B.
  "You are concerned about when you will die?"
3. C.
  "Are you afraid of dying?"
4. D.
  "No one can tell for sure when the end will come."
Answer and explanation
Q64 · Nursing Foundations · Hospital Admission & Discharge
A 65 years old man has been admitted to the hospital for spinal stenosis surgery. When does the discharge training and planning begin for this patient?
1. A.
  Within 48 hours of discharge
2. B.
  Upon admission
3. C.
  Following surgery
4. D.
  Preoperative discussion
Answer and explanation
Q65 · Community Health Nursing · Screening of Disease
A children's nurse who uses an opportunity to speak to a child about the importance of wearing a cycle helmet by providing verbal information, followed up with written information in the form of age-appropriate leaflets, is using which of the following health promotion approaches?
1. A.
  Societal
2. B.
  Behavioural
3. C.
  Educational
4. D.
  Medical
Answer and explanation
Q66 · Applied Anatomy · Digestive System
Which is the largest serous membrane of the body?
1. A.
  Peritoneum
2. B.
  Mucosa
3. C.
  Serosa
4. D.
  Submucosa
Answer and explanation
Q67 · Applied Anatomy · Miscellaneous
The umbilical cord otherwise known as
1. A.
  Funis
2. B.
  Fallopian tube
3. C.
  Placenta
4. D.
  U-cord
Answer and explanation
Q68 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Benign Lesions of the Ovary
Polycystic ovarian disease may occur secondary to:
1. A.
  Excessive production of androgens
2. B.
  Excessive production of oestrogen
3. C.
  All
4. D.
  Excessive production of FSH
Answer and explanation
Q69 · Reasoning · Coding-Decoding
If AIRLINE is written as ENILRIA, then RAILWAY will be written as...
1. A.
  YAWLIAR
2. B.
  YAWILAR
3. C.
  RAWLIAR
4. D.
  YAWILAR8
Answer and explanation
Q70 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Hematological Disorders
The nurse is caring for a child who has haemophilia. He is admitted with a bleeding episode. Which of the following should the nurse expect will be given to stop the bleeding?
1. A.
  Cryoprecipitate
2. B.
  Packed cells
3. C.
  Heparin
4. D.
  Whole blood
Answer and explanation
Q71 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Disorders of Cardiovascular System
A child with suspected rheumatic fever is admitted to the paediatric unit. When obtaining the child's history, the nurse considers which information to be most important?
1. A.
  Lack of interest in food
2. B.
  A recent episode of pharyngitis
3. C.
  A fever that started 3 days ago
4. D.
  Vomiting for 2 days
Answer and explanation
Q72 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Metabolic and Endocrine Function
In the first 24 hours post hypophysectomy the nurse checks for:
1. A.
  The warmth and sensation of the lower limbs
2. B.
  The person's inability to feel their toes
3. C.
  Extraocular movements
4. D.
  All of the above
Answer and explanation
Q73 · Applied Psychology · Mental Health & mental hygiene
Intentionally pushing away from awareness, of certain unwelcome ideas, memories and feelings is?
1. A.
  Suppression
2. B.
  Repression
3. C.
  Projection
4. D.
  Regression
Answer and explanation
Q74 · Applied Nutrition & Dietetics · Carbohydrates
When planning for the nutritional needs of patients, the nurse understands that the age group that has the highest energy requirement per kilogram is?
1. A.
  13 to 19 years old
2. B.
  3 to 5 years old
3. C.
  Over 65 years old
4. D.
  Birth to 1 year old
Answer and explanation
Q75 · Applied Microbiology & Infection control · Biomedical Waste Management (BMW)
Human placenta after delivery is disposed in which colour of bag?
1. A.
  Placing it in yellow bag & incineration
2. B.
  Placing it in red bag & chemical disinfection
3. C.
  Placing it in black bag & autoclaving
4. D.
  Placing it in blue bag & microwaving
Answer and explanation
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Q76 · Applied Nutrition & Dietetics · Fats
Which type of the following food is rich in omega 3 fatty acids?
1. A.
  Oily fish
2. B.
  Pork
3. C.
  Chicken
4. D.
  Egg
Answer and explanation
Q77 · Mental Health Nursing · Eating Disorders
You are taking the history of a 14 years old girl who has a BMI of 18. The girl reports inability to eat, induces vomiting and severe constipation. Which of the following would you most likely suspect?
1. A.
  Anorexia nervosa
2. B.
  Bulimia
3. C.
  Multiple sclerosis
4. D.
  Systemic sclerosis
Answer and explanation
Q78 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Oncology: Nursing Management in Cancer Care
The nurse caring for a client who is receiving chemotherapy is concerned about the client's nutritional status. What should the nurse encourage the client to do?
1. A.
  Avoid red meats
2. B.
  Medicate with prochlorperazine (Compazine) before meals
3. C.
  Eat foods that are hot in temperature
4. D.
  Increase the amount of spices in the food
Answer and explanation
Q79 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Cardiovascular, Circulatory, and Hematologic Function
Atrial fibrillation is?
1. A.
  A malignant condition
2. B.
  Arrhythmia
3. C.
  A type of infection
4. D.
  More common in people who are physically active
Answer and explanation
Q80 · Mental Health Nursing · Schizophrenia
A mental disorder characterized by stereotyped speech is _______.
1. A.
  Mannerism
2. B.
  Cataplexy
3. C.
  Negativism
4. D.
  Verbigeration
Answer and explanation
Q81 · Nursing Foundations · Health Assessment
The most important stage of the nursing process is?
1. A.
  Assessment
2. B.
  Planning
3. C.
  Implementation
4. D.
  Evaluation
Answer and explanation
Q82 · Reasoning · Arrangements & Puzzles
Select the correct alternative to indicate the arrangement of the following words in a logical and meaningful order.
1. Gateway of India
2. World
3. Mumbai
4. India
5. Maharashtra
1. A.
  4, 2, 5, 3, 1
2. B.
  2, 4, 5, 1, 3
3. C.
  2, 4, 5, 3, 1
4. D.
  4, 2, 5, 1, 3
Answer and explanation
Q83 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Diagnosis of Pregnancy
A 34 years old female has recently been diagnosed with an autoimmune disease. She has also recently discovered that she is pregnant. Which of the following is the only immunoglobulin that will provide protection to the fetus in the womb?
1. A.
  IgE
2. B.
  IgA
3. C.
  IgG
4. D.
  IgD
Answer and explanation
Q84 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Gas Exchange and Respiratory Function
A 70 years old heavy smoker presents with hoarseness. Which of the following cancers is the most likely cause of his hoarseness?
1. A.
  Laryngeal cancer
2. B.
  Lung cancer
3. C.
  Oesophageal cancer
4. D.
  Thyroid cancer
Answer and explanation
Q85 · Nursing Research & Statistics · Research Approaches and Designs
Qualitative research design involves
1. A.
  Cohort design
2. B.
  Experimental design
3. C.
  Emergent design
4. D.
  Correlative design
Answer and explanation
Q86 · Nursing Research & Statistics · Foundation of Nursing Research
Which of the following is NOT characteristic of nursing research?
1. A.
  Involves precise observation and accurate description
2. B.
  Uses chaotic method of problem-solving
3. C.
  Development of theories, principles, and generalizations
4. D.
  Requires full skill of writing reports.
Answer and explanation
Q87 · Pharmacology · Hormones & Related Drugs
Addison's disease is an endocrine disorder that develops when the adrenal glands are not able to produce enough cortisol. A client with Addison's disease is receiving fludrocortisone acetate. The nurse knows that the therapeutic effect of this is to _______.
1. A.
  Maintain electrolyte balance.
2. B.
  Activate parathyroid production.
3. C.
  Activate the immune response.
4. D.
  Stimulate thyroid gland production.
Answer and explanation
Q88 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Neurologic Function
Positive Brudzinski and Kernig's sign are the symptoms of —
1. A.
  Glomerulonephritis
2. B.
  Meningitis
3. C.
  Encephalitis
4. D.
  Pneumonia
Answer and explanation
Q89 · Mental Health Nursing · Eating Disorders
The nurse recognizes that the most specific signs and symptoms for diagnosing anorexia nervosa are:
1. A.
  Excessive weight loss, amenorrhea, and abdominal distention
2. B.
  Slow pulse, mild weight loss, and alopecia
3. C.
  Compulsive behaviours, excessive fears, and nausea
4. D.
  Excessive activity, memory lapses, and an increased pulse
Answer and explanation
Q90 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Miscellaneous
A woman who is receiving cancer chemotherapy exhibits all of the following. Which is most indicative of bone marrow depression?
1. A.
  Stomatitis
2. B.
  Constipation
3. C.
  Alopecia
4. D.
  Petechiae
Answer and explanation
Q91 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Antepartum Hemorrhage
Which of the following factors is NOT related to placenta previa?
1. A.
  Preceding caesarean section
2. B.
  Many pregnancies
3. C.
  Young age of the patient
4. D.
  Multiple pregnancy
Answer and explanation
Q92 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Metabolic and Endocrine Function
Chronic excess thyroid hormone replacement over a number of years in postmenopausal women can lead to?
1. A.
  Diffuse nontoxic goiter
2. B.
  Osteoporosis
3. C.
  Hyperparathyroidism
4. D.
  Osteoarthritis
Answer and explanation
Q93 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Newborn Infants
What is the primary nursing intervention for a child with fever?
1. A.
  Monitoring and providing supportive care
2. B.
  Administering antipyretics to reduce fever
3. C.
  Administering antibiotics immediately
4. D.
  Placing the child in a cold bath
Answer and explanation
Q94 · Nursing Research & Statistics · Introduction to Statistics
Which of the following scale of measurement is appropriate to measure the weight of the patient?
1. A.
  Ordinal Scale
2. B.
  Nominal scale
3. C.
  Interval scale
4. D.
  Ratio scale
Answer and explanation
Q95 · Applied Nutrition & Dietetics · Balanced Diet
How much calcium is approximately required during pregnancy?
1. A.
  1200 mg
2. B.
  1000 mg
3. C.
  1500 mg
4. D.
  1800 mg
Answer and explanation
Q96 · Nursing Foundations · Nursing Process
Any event that is not consistent with routine patient care and is used when patient care is not consistent with facility or national standards of expected care.
1. A.
  Incident Reports
2. B.
  Kardex or Rand System
3. C.
  Nursing Care plan
4. D.
  Intervention Guidelines
Answer and explanation
Q97 · Applied Psychology · Personality
Self-awareness is commonly described as understanding...
1. A.
  The beliefs, values and attitudes of others
2. B.
  Our responses in different social contexts
3. C.
  Our beliefs, values and attitudes
4. D.
  How others respond in different social contexts
Answer and explanation
Q98 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Immunologic Function
Which usually rare cancer is associated with HIV?
1. A.
  Astrocytoma
2. B.
  Kaposi's sarcoma
3. C.
  Mesothelioma
4. D.
  Penile cancer
Answer and explanation
Q99 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Gas Exchange and Respiratory Function
Narcolepsy is?
1. A.
  Reduced sleep during night
2. B.
  Excessive sleep during daytime
3. C.
  Excessive use of narcotics
4. D.
  Addiction to narcotics
Answer and explanation
Q100 · Biochemistry & Nutrition · Miscellaneous
Which of the following elements is a diatomic molecule?
1. A.
  Sulphur
2. B.
  Argon
3. C.
  Helium
4. D.
  Hydrogen
Answer and explanation
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Q101 · Nursing Education · Implementation
For teaching a nursing procedure like catheterization, which of the following methods is most effective?
1. A.
  Panel discussion
2. B.
  Demonstration
3. C.
  Lecture
4. D.
  Symposium
Answer and explanation
Q102 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Other Acute Problems
A blood sample from a patient with malaria should be collected?
1. A.
  After taking a meal
2. B.
  When fever has just started
3. C.
  When temperature is normal
4. D.
  At the peak of fever
Answer and explanation
Q103 · Mental Health Nursing · Behavioural & Emotional Disorders of Childhood and Adolescence
Severely intellectually disabled people have an IQ range of?
1. A.
  40 to 54
2. B.
  25 to 39
3. C.
  54 to 65
4. D.
  20 to 35
Answer and explanation
Q104 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Term Newborn Infant
One of the following is true about Vitamin K in the newborn period.
1. A.
  Too much Vitamin K can lead to bleeding disorders
2. B.
  Vitamin K is easily absorbed from the gut so there is no advantage to intramuscular injection
3. C.
  Vitamin K is only required if the baby is going to be breast fed
4. D.
  Vitamin K is a fat soluble vitamin
Answer and explanation
Q105 · Applied Anatomy · Miscellaneous
After birth of a healthy neonate, the ductus arteriosus becomes the?
1. A.
  Venous ligament
2. B.
  Vesical ligament
3. C.
  Ligamentum arteriosum
4. D.
  Ligamentum teres
Answer and explanation
Q106 · Mental Health Nursing · Treatment modalities and therapies used in mental disorders
The therapy which is aimed at providing a healthy environment which helps in early recovery of the patient?
1. A.
  Hypnosis
2. B.
  Flooding
3. C.
  Aversion therapy
4. D.
  Milieu therapy
Answer and explanation
Q107 · English · Vocabulary
Synonym for word "FOSTERING"
1. A.
  Safeguarding
2. B.
  Nurturing
3. C.
  Neglecting
4. D.
  Ignoring
Answer and explanation
Q108 · Nursing Foundations · Promoting safety in health care environment
What should be done in order to prevent contaminating of the environment in bed making?
1. A.
  Embrace soiled linen
2. B.
  Avoid fanning soiled linens
3. C.
  Finished both sides at the time
4. D.
  Strip all linens at the same time
Answer and explanation
Q109 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Digestive and Gastrointestinal Function
Which blood test results would confirm a diagnosis of appendicitis?
1. A.
  RBC of 4.5 million
2. B.
  Platelet count of 300,000
3. C.
  WBC of 13,000
4. D.
  Positive heterophil antibody test
Answer and explanation
Q110 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Fluid and Electrolytes: Balance and Distribution
The nurse analyses the electrolyte test results for a client and notes that the potassium level is 2.2 mEq/L (2.1 mmol/L). Based on the laboratory result, which ECG pattern is not expected?
1. A.
  Absent P waves
2. B.
  Depressed ST segment
3. C.
  Presence of U waves
4. D.
  Inverted T waves
Answer and explanation
Q111 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Cardiovascular, Circulatory, and Hematologic Function
How do you recognize the signs of a heart attack?
1. A.
  Chest pain or discomfort, shortness of breath, nausea
2. B.
  Dizziness, rapid heartbeat, sweating
3. C.
  Pale skin, weakness, confusion
4. D.
  Severe headache, slurred speech, numbness in one side of the body
Answer and explanation
Q112 · Applied Microbiology & Infection control · Pathogenic Organisms
In wound abscess, the commonest bacterium found is
1. A.
  Staphylococcus aureus
2. B.
  Streptococcus pyogenes
3. C.
  Pseudomonas aeruginosa
4. D.
  Bacteroides
Answer and explanation
Q113 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Hypertensive Disorders in Pregnancy
When is the danger of convulsion highest in a woman with pre-eclampsia?
1. A.
  All hours postpartum
2. B.
  72 hours postpartum
3. C.
  After delivery
4. D.
  After labour begins
Answer and explanation
Q114 · Applied Anatomy · Sensory Organs
Superficial burns affect?
1. A.
  All layers
2. B.
  The epidermis
3. C.
  The underlying muscle
4. D.
  The dermis
Answer and explanation
Q115 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Perioperative Concepts and Nursing Management
A patient who received spinal anesthesia four hours ago during surgery is transferred to the surgical unit and, after 90 minutes, now reports severe incisional pain. The patient's blood pressure is 170/90 mmHg, pulse is 108 beats/min, temperature is 99°F (37.2°C), and respirations are 30 breaths/min. The patient's skin is pale, and the surgical dressing is dry and intact. The most appropriate nursing intervention is to:
1. A.
  Place the patient in a high-fowler position and administer oxygen.
2. B.
  Report the findings to the provider.
3. C.
  Medicate the patient for pain.
4. D.
  Place the patient in a reverse Trendelenburg position and open the IV line.
Answer and explanation
Q116 · English · Grammar
He gave a talk — the causes of dengue fever.
1. A.
  off
2. B.
  on
3. C.
  of
4. D.
  for
Answer and explanation
Q117 · Nursing Research & Statistics · Inferential Statistics
The statistical approach which helps the investigator to decide whether the outcome of the study is a result of factors planned within design of the study or determined by chance is called?
1. A.
  Inferential statistics
2. B.
  Descriptive statistics
3. C.
  Normal distribution
4. D.
  Standard deviation
Answer and explanation
Q118 · Nursing Foundations · Communication & Nurse-Patient Relationship
A postoperative patient obtained more than 13 points in Glasgow-Coma scale test. After the test, he was tired and partially lethargic. Which of the following elements of communication could be the most effective in conveying a message?
1. A.
  Eye contact
2. B.
  Silence
3. C.
  Voice
4. D.
  Gesture
Answer and explanation
Q119 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Miscellaneous
The APGAR scoring is done to appraise the infant for
1. A.
  Respiratory effort
2. B.
  RH sensitization
3. C.
  Birth defects
4. D.
  Emotional stability
Answer and explanation
Q120 · Pharmacology · Drugs Acting on Kidney
An adult is diagnosed with hypertension. He is prescribed chlorothiazide (Diuril) 500 mg PO. What nursing instruction is essential for him?
1. A.
  Drink orange juice or eat a banana daily
2. B.
  Drink at least two quarts of liquid daily
3. C.
  Do not take aspirin
4. D.
  Avoid hard cheeses
Answer and explanation
Q121 · English · Vocabulary
Select the antonym of EVANESCENT
1. A.
  Colourful
2. B.
  Expensive
3. C.
  Everlasting
4. D.
  Momentary
Answer and explanation
Q122 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Pharmacotherapeutics in Obstetrics
Which of the listed drugs is not used in the treatment of premature labor?
1. A.
  Prostaglandins
2. B.
  Calcium Antagonists (Nifedipine)
3. C.
  b-sympathomimetic (Partusisten)
4. D.
  Magnesium sulphate
Answer and explanation
Q123 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Development
Which one of the following is true, with regard to the development of bladder control?
1. A.
  Frequent dribbling urine is a sign of neuropathic bladder
2. B.
  Bed wetting is usually caused by urine infection
3. C.
  Most children are out of nappies at night by 18 months of age
4. D.
  Daytime urine wetting is usually due to bladder pathology
Answer and explanation
Q124 · Applied Nutrition & Dietetics · Vitamins
Which of the following B group vitamins can be stored in our body?
1. A.
  Vitamin B12
2. B.
  Vitamin B1
3. C.
  Vitamin B6
4. D.
  Vitamin B2
Answer and explanation
Q125 · Community Health Nursing · Assisting individuals and families to promote and maintain their health
Which of the following would be the best way to determine the health of a community?
1. A.
  Ask a firefighter which neighbourhoods have the lowest fires
2. B.
  Ask a realtor which neighbourhoods have the highest property values
3. C.
  Ask the police department which neighbourhoods have the lowest crime rates.
4. D.
  Ask people living in the neighbourhood if they are happy with where they live
Answer and explanation
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Q126 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Development
Play for a pre-school child is necessary for emotional development of?
1. A.
  Projection
2. B.
  Competition
3. C.
  Independence
4. D.
  Introjection
Answer and explanation
Q127 · Nursing Foundations · Nursing Process
The name of the nursing diagnosis is linked to the etiology with the phrase?
1. A.
  "diarrhea"
2. B.
  "evidenced by"
3. C.
  "related to"
4. D.
  "as manifested by"
Answer and explanation
Q128 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Genetic Disorders
After talking with the parents of a child with Down syndrome, the nurse should help the parents establish which goal?
1. A.
  Encouraging more lenient behaviour limits for the child
2. B.
  Teaching the child something new each day
3. C.
  Encouraging self-care skills in the child
4. D.
  Achieving age-appropriate social skills
Answer and explanation
Q129 · Nursing Research & Statistics · Population, Sample & Sampling
Randomly selecting a proportionate amount from subgroups is an example of what?
1. A.
  Convenience Sampling
2. B.
  Stratified Sampling
3. C.
  Systematic Sampling
4. D.
  Random Sampling
Answer and explanation
Q130 · General Knowledge · Everyday science
What is the name of the weak zone of the earth's crust?
1. A.
  Seismic
2. B.
  Cosmic
3. C.
  Anaemic
4. D.
  Formic
Answer and explanation
Q131 · Applied Physiology · Respiratory system
The maximum amount of carbon dioxide in the human body is transported as:
1. A.
  Bicarbonate
2. B.
  None of the above
3. C.
  Carbide
4. D.
  Amylase
Answer and explanation
Q132 · Pharmacology · Hormones & Related Drugs
The first course of oral pills should be started on the ______ day of menstrual cycle.
1. A.
  1st
2. B.
  7th
3. C.
  5th
4. D.
  10th
Answer and explanation
Q133 · Mental Health Nursing · Miscellaneous
A patient thinks that his relative wants to kill him. This is an example of?
1. A.
  Dementia
2. B.
  Delirium
3. C.
  Hallucination
4. D.
  Delusion
Answer and explanation
Q134 · Nursing Foundations · Procedures
What is the correct technique for using an automated external defibrillator (AED)?
1. A.
  Apply the pads directly on the chest without removing clothing.
2. B.
  Rub the pads together to warm them before applying.
3. C.
  Place one pad on the chest and the other on the back.
4. D.
  Press the pads firmly on the bare chest as indicated by the AED.
Answer and explanation
Q135 · Applied Psychology · Introduction
Name the father of Experimental Psychology?
1. A.
  Sigmund Freud
2. B.
  None of the above
3. C.
  C. G. Jung
4. D.
  Wilhelm Wundt
Answer and explanation
Q136 · English · Grammar
Choose the most appropriate option to change the voice (active or passive) form of the given sentence. I did not insult anybody.
1. A.
  Nobody was insulted by me.
2. B.
  Anybody should not be insulted by me.
3. C.
  I would not insult anybody.
4. D.
  Nobody is insulted by me.
Answer and explanation
Q137 · Nursing Foundations · Miscellaneous
The communication done through a web-site is an example of?
1. A.
  Psychological communication
2. B.
  Mechanical communication
3. C.
  None of the above
4. D.
  Non-verbal communication
Answer and explanation
Q138 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Metabolic and Endocrine Function
A nurse is caring for a client with type I diabetes mellitus. Because the client is at risk for hypoglycaemia, which of the following does the nurse teach the client?
1. A.
  If the client is exercising, the evening dose of NPH insulin can be discontinued.
2. B.
  Urine should be monitored for the presence of acetone
3. C.
  Assess for signs of coma and drowsiness
4. D.
  Glucose tablets and subcutaneous glucagon should be made available.
Answer and explanation
Q139 · Mental Health Nursing · Therapeutic Communication and Nurse- Patient Relationship
A dynamic and purposeful relationship between two people who approaches a mutually defined problems with mutual consideration of each other, is known as?
1. A.
  Counselling
2. B.
  Budgeting
3. C.
  Supervision
4. D.
  Motivation
Answer and explanation
Q140 · Reasoning · Coding-Decoding
If TEMPLE is coded as ELPMET, then how will CHURCH be coded as?
1. A.
  HCURCH
2. B.
  HCRUCH
3. C.
  HOURHC
4. D.
  HCRUHC
Answer and explanation
Q141 · Biochemistry & Nutrition · Acid base Maintenance
An adult is admitted to the emergency room with a laceration on the forearm and BP = 140/74, P110, and R36. The client also complains of tingling around the mouth and in the fingers and toes. What should the nurse expect to do initially?
1. A.
  Encourage the client to do deep breathing exercises.
2. B.
  Administer oxygen.
3. C.
  Call the physician immediately.
4. D.
  Have the client breathe into a paper bag.
Answer and explanation
Q142 · Mental Health Nursing · Schizophrenia
Disorder of motor activity in which the person seems to maintain a position without any movement is _______.
1. A.
  Mannerism
2. B.
  Catalepsy
3. C.
  Verbigeration
4. D.
  Negativism
Answer and explanation
Q143 · Community Health Nursing · Screening of Disease
What is a disease imported into a country, which was not otherwise present?
1. A.
  Epizootic disease
2. B.
  Endemic disease
3. C.
  Zoonotic disease
4. D.
  Exotic disease
Answer and explanation
Q144 · Community Health Nursing · Health Care Planning and Organization of Health Care at various levels
Community health involvement includes not only cleaning surroundings and toilet construction but also, sharing responsibilities and participation in which of the following?
1. A.
  Meetings with barangay officers
2. B.
  Defining health needs
3. C.
  Problem-solving seminars
4. D.
  Social work about livelihood
Answer and explanation
Q145 · Nursing Foundations · Miscellaneous
A second year nursing student has just had a needlestick while working with a patient that has AIDS. Which of the following is the most important action that the nursing student should take?
1. A.
  Start prophylactic AZT treatment
2. B.
  Seek counselling
3. C.
  Start prophylactic Pentamide treatment
4. D.
  Immediately see a social worker
Answer and explanation
Q146 · Applied Psychology · Introduction
Which of the following statements is correct about modern psychology?
1. A.
  Psychology is the science of soul
2. B.
  Psychology is the science of consciousness
3. C.
  Psychology is the science of mind
4. D.
  Psychology is the science of behaviour
Answer and explanation
Q147 · Nursing Foundations · Oxygenation needs
The nurse listens to Mrs. Suman's lungs and notes a round, musical sound. The nurse documents this as
1. A.
  Wheezes
2. B.
  Vesicular
3. C.
  Rhonchi
4. D.
  Gurgles
Answer and explanation
Q148 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Normal Puerperium
During pregnancy and lactation recommended dietary intake of calcium is?
1. A.
  1000 mg/day
2. B.
  1200 mg/day
3. C.
  800 mg/day
4. D.
  400 mg/day
Answer and explanation
Q149 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Digestive and Gastrointestinal Function
What is the most common cause of death due to diarrhoea?
1. A.
  Dehydration
2. B.
  Vomiting
3. C.
  Lethargy
4. D.
  Abdominal pain
Answer and explanation
Q150 · Applied Psychology · Developmental Psychology
The family plays an important role in the emotional development of the individual because it
1. A.
  Reflects the mores of a larger society
2. B.
  Helps one to learn identity and roles
3. C.
  Gives reward and punishment
4. D.
  Provides support for the young
Answer and explanation
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Q151 · Applied Psychology · Motivation & Emotional Processes
Which of the following is an example of a negative attitude towards people?
1. A.
  Prejudice
2. B.
  Discrimination
3. C.
  Stereotype
4. D.
  Prototype
Answer and explanation
Q152 · Reasoning · Classification (Odd One Out)
Three of the following four number pairs are alike in a certain way and one is different. Find the odd one out!
1. A.
  12:20
2. B.
  30:40
3. C.
  42:56
4. D.
  20:30
Answer and explanation
Q153 · Nursing Foundations · Diagnostic testing
An adult client is to have sputum for culture. When is the best time for the nurse to collect the specimen?
1. A.
  Immediately after breakfast
2. B.
  Two hours before eating
3. C.
  In the morning right after he awakens
4. D.
  Two hours after eating
Answer and explanation
Q154 · Community Health Nursing · Health Management Information System (HMIS)
Which demographic factors of a community are important for the nurse to consider when assessing a community?
1. A.
  Income determines what community services can be financed.
2. B.
  Density of housing is associated with contagious infections.
3. C.
  Ethnicity determines how health is defined and protected.
4. D.
  Census tract data can be used to determine needed agency staffing.
Answer and explanation
Q155 · Mental Health Nursing · Principles and Concepts of Mental Health Nursing
Which recovery model has three key components or domains?
1. A.
  Collaborative recovery model.
2. B.
  Strengths model
3. C.
  Tidal model.
4. D.
  Wellbeing and recovery action plan approach
Answer and explanation
Q156 · Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Infertility
The failure to conceive after one year of unprotected regular sexual intercourse is called as?
1. A.
  Infertility
2. B.
  Spontaneous conception
3. C.
  Azoospermia
4. D.
  Normozoospermia
Answer and explanation
Q157 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Diseases of Gastrointestinal System and Liver
A 3-year-old child presents to the emergency department with a burn to his chest and abdomen. The burn is red and blistered, and the child is in pain. The burn is most likely to be a?
1. A.
  First degree burn
2. B.
  Third degree burn
3. C.
  Second degree burn
4. D.
  Fourth degree burn
Answer and explanation
Q158 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Miscellaneous
Ablative surgery refers to:
1. A.
  Surgery aimed to relieve pain or reduce symptoms caused by a disease
2. B.
  Surgery carried out in order to remove diseased body parts
3. C.
  Surgery that replaces malfunctioning structures
4. D.
  Surgery used to restore structure or function
Answer and explanation
Q159 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Miscellaneous
A 23-year-old white male who is otherwise in good health noted a sudden shower of flashing lights before his left eye a few hours ago. He has never had this symptom before. The most likely diagnosis is?
1. A.
  Temporal lobe tumor
2. B.
  Vitreous floaters
3. C.
  Retinal detachment
4. D.
  Migraine syndrome
Answer and explanation
Q160 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Gas Exchange and Respiratory Function
Priority nursing diagnosis in a patient with pneumonia will be?
1. A.
  Impaired gas exchange
2. B.
  Altered mucous membranes
3. C.
  Altered nutrition less than body requirement
4. D.
  Activity intolerance
Answer and explanation
Q161 · Nursing Research & Statistics · Introduction to Statistics
A measure of central tendency which is calculated by arranging members in numerical order is?
1. A.
  Standard deviation
2. B.
  Range
3. C.
  Mode
4. D.
  Median
Answer and explanation
Q162 · Nursing Foundations · Patient Education
In emergencies in or out of hospital, your first priority is to be entirely aware of _______.
1. A.
  Whether the sick or injured person is alive
2. B.
  How often the sick or injured person is breathing
3. C.
  Any danger that may pose a threat to the health or safety of yourself
4. D.
  What caused the sick or injured person to be in the situation they currently are in
Answer and explanation
Q163 · Mental Health Nursing · Organic Brain Disorders
A person, seeing a rope, takes it to be a snake. This condition is called?
1. A.
  Hallucination
2. B.
  Illusion
3. C.
  Delirium
4. D.
  De-realization
Answer and explanation
Q164 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Immunization and Immunodeficiency
If a mother brings her 18-month-old baby to the hospital who has not been immunized with a single vaccine, which vaccine can be given at this time, except...
1. A.
  BCG
2. B.
  Measles
3. C.
  DPT-1st
4. D.
  OPV-1st
Answer and explanation
Q165 · Mental Health Nursing · Treatment modalities and therapies used in mental disorders
Which position is provided to the patient after giving ECT?
1. A.
  Prone
2. B.
  Lithotomy
3. C.
  Side lying
4. D.
  Supine
Answer and explanation
Q166 · General Knowledge · National Current Affairs
Recently, which university conferred President Murmu with the Honorary Degree of Doctor of Civil Law?
1. A.
  University of Pennsylvania
2. B.
  University of Melbourne
3. C.
  University of Chicago
4. D.
  University of Mauritius
Answer and explanation
Q167 · General Knowledge · National Current Affairs
All India Institute of Speech and Hearing (AIISH), recently seen in the news, is inaugurated at which city of Uttar Pradesh?
1. A.
  Varanasi
2. B.
  Kanpur
3. C.
  Lucknow
4. D.
  Prayagraj
Answer and explanation
Q168 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Miscellaneous
A hemicolectomy results in the?
1. A.
  Formation of a colostomy
2. B.
  Removal of half of the colon
3. C.
  Removal of all of the colon
4. D.
  Formation of an ileostomy
Answer and explanation
Q169 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Disorders of Kidney and Urinary Tract
A nurse is making rounds taking vital signs. Which of the following vital signs is abnormal?
1. A.
  6 years old female: 100 b.p.m., 26 resp/min, 90/70 mm Hg
2. B.
  5 years old male: 102 b.p.m., 24 resp/min, 90/65 mm Hg
3. C.
  11 years old male: 90 b.p.m., 22 resp/min, 100/70 mm Hg
4. D.
  15 years old female: 105 b.p.m., 22 resp/min, 105/60 mm Hg
Answer and explanation
Q170 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Fluid and Electrolytes: Balance and Distribution
Which client will most likely experience a serum sodium concentration of 127 mEq/L (127 mmol/L)?
1. A.
  A client who is taking thiazide diuretics
2. B.
  A client who has hyperaldosteronism
3. C.
  A client who uses corticosteroids
4. D.
  A client who has Cushing's syndrome
Answer and explanation
Q171 · Quantitative Aptitude and Mathematics · Profit & loss
1350 boys and 900 girls are examined in a test. 42% of the boys and 36% of the girls pass the test. The percentage of the total who failed is?
1. A.
  56.4
2. B.
  54.4
3. C.
  58.4
4. D.
  60.4
Answer and explanation
Q172 · General Knowledge · Miscellaneous
Florence Nightingale is most noted for which of the following contributions to nursing research?
1. A.
  Quasi-experimental study design
2. B.
  Case study approach to research
3. C.
  Data collection and analysis
4. D.
  Framework and model development
Answer and explanation
Q173 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Neurologic Function
The nurse managing a client's post supratentorial craniotomy care should assure that the client is not in which position?
1. A.
  Prone
2. B.
  Dorsal recumbent
3. C.
  Semi-Fowler's
4. D.
  Supine
Answer and explanation
Q174 · Community Health Nursing · Surface Infections
To encourage community participation, which of the following should a nurse do?
1. A.
  Encourage sponsorship to programs
2. B.
  Refer to the doctor for prescriptions.
3. C.
  Listen when people relate their problems.
4. D.
  Invite people from civic organizations.
Answer and explanation
Q175 · General Knowledge · National Current Affairs
Recently, where was the Khelo India Rising Talent Identification (KIRTI) programme launched?
1. A.
  Bhopal
2. B.
  Lucknow
3. C.
  Chandigarh
4. D.
  New Delhi
Answer and explanation
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Q176 · Pharmacology · Drugs Acting on Central Nervous System
Which of the following is not an antiparkinsonian drug?
1. A.
  Risperidone
2. B.
  Procyclidine hydrochloride
3. C.
  Trihexyphenidyl (THP)
4. D.
  Carbidopa
Answer and explanation
Q177 · General Knowledge · Union government and Judiciary Bodies
Recently, who was appointed as a member of the Election Commission of India?
1. A.
  Shri Arun Goel
2. B.
  Shri Ashok Lavasa
3. C.
  Shri Gyanesh Kumar
4. D.
  Shri Anup Chandra Pandey
Answer and explanation
Q178 · Applied Psychology · Motivation & Emotional Processes
According to Maslow's hierarchy of human needs, the highest level is ______
1. A.
  Physiologic needs
2. B.
  Esteem and self-respect
3. C.
  Self-actualization
4. D.
  Belongingness and affection
Answer and explanation
Q179 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Miscellaneous
Carrier stage of HBV (Hepatitis B virus) is for?
1. A.
  Life long
2. B.
  3 months
3. C.
  9 months
4. D.
  6 months
Answer and explanation
Q180 · Pharmacology · Drugs Acting on Central Nervous System
Which is an epileptic drug?
1. A.
  Phenytoin
2. B.
  Etomidate
3. C.
  Rifampicin
4. D.
  Chloroquine
Answer and explanation
Q181 · Mental Health Nursing · Psychiatric Emergencies
Which can minimize agitation in a disturbed client?
1. A.
  Limiting unnecessary interactions with the client
2. B.
  Discussing the reasons for suspicious beliefs
3. C.
  Increasing environmental sensory stimulation
4. D.
  Ensuring constant staff contact
Answer and explanation
Q182 · Applied Microbiology & Infection control · Miscellaneous
The method in which the cells are frozen and dehydrated is called
1. A.
  Pasteurization
2. B.
  Dessication
3. C.
  Lyophilization
4. D.
  Disinfection
Answer and explanation
Q183 · Community Health Nursing · Assisting individuals and families to promote and maintain their health
Quarantine means healthy individuals after exposure to disease, are kept under observation for the longest incubation period of that disease. Quarantine is a method of —
1. A.
  Tertiary prevention
2. B.
  Secondary prevention
3. C.
  Primary prevention
4. D.
  Primordial prevention
Answer and explanation
Q184 · Child Health Nursing (Pediatrics) · Adolescent Health and Development
Children's nurses have an obligation to promote the health of children and young people. In order to do this it is necessary to have an understanding of child development, particularly cognitive development, along with an understanding of how children learn. In relation to promoting health to preschool children, which of the following factors are most important?
1. A.
  Play/good communication/rewards
2. B.
  Written information/tissues for questions/play
3. C.
  Friends/vicinity/leaflets
4. D.
  Rewards/friends/written information
Answer and explanation
Q185 · Applied Physiology · Reproductive system
Which hormone plays an important role in significant proliferation of fat around the breast.
1. A.
  Testosterone
2. B.
  FSH
3. C.
  Progesterone
4. D.
  Estrogen
Answer and explanation
Q186 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Metabolic and Endocrine Function
Serum cholesterol level will be elevated in case of:
1. A.
  Diabetes
2. B.
  Hyperthyroidism
3. C.
  Cretinism
4. D.
  Hypothyroidism
Answer and explanation
Q187 · English · Grammar
He is indebted ___ his friend ___ a large sum.
1. A.
  for, to
2. B.
  by, for
3. C.
  to, to
4. D.
  to, for
Answer and explanation
Q188 · Applied Microbiology & Infection control · Miscellaneous
Which of the following fungus is responsible for Athlete's foot?
1. A.
  Trichophyton mentagrophytes
2. B.
  Epidermophyton cruris
3. C.
  Epidermophyton floccosum
4. D.
  Trichophyton rubrum
Answer and explanation
Q189 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Miscellaneous
After completing a thorough neurological and physical assessment of a patient who is admitted for a suspected stroke, the medical-surgical nurse anticipates the next step in the immediate care of this patient will include:
1. A.
  Obtaining a CT scan of the head without contrast
2. B.
  Administering tissue plasminogen activator
3. C.
  Obtaining a neurosurgical consultation
4. D.
  Preparing for carotid Doppler ultrasonography
Answer and explanation
Q190 · Nursing Management & Leadership · Management of Nursing Service in the Hospital & Community
Planning a new hospital starts with setting out a hospital, without which the organization cannot have a definite direction or focus. Which of the following is not considered by an organization while studying hospital facilities in an area?
1. A.
  Hospital occupancy
2. B.
  Bed ratio
3. C.
  Perception of patients
4. D.
  Volume of services provided
Answer and explanation
Q191 · Nursing Foundations · Nutritional Needs
A client complains of difficulty of swallowing, when the nurse try to administer capsule medication. Which of the following measures the nurse should do?
1. A.
  Crash the capsule and place it under the tongue
2. B.
  Check the availability of a liquid preparation
3. C.
  Dissolve the capsule in a glass of water
4. D.
  Break the capsule and give the content with an apple sauce
Answer and explanation
Q192 · Nursing Foundations · Procedures
The nurse is checking the placement of a nasogastric tube prior to giving medication and a feeding. Which of the following is the preferred and most accurate method of testing?
1. A.
  Aspirate 20 to 30 ml of gastrointestinal secretions and test the pH
2. B.
  Insert 5 to 20 mL of air into the tube while listening over the stomach with a stethoscope
3. C.
  Insert 15 to 20 cc of water into the stomach and listen with the stethoscope
4. D.
  Place an open end of the tube into a glass of water and check for bubbles
Answer and explanation
Q193 · Applied Microbiology & Infection control · Pathogenic Organisms
Which of the following diseases is not transmitted mainly by the Fecal-Oral route?
1. A.
  Hepatitis - A
2. B.
  Cholera
3. C.
  Measles
4. D.
  Enteric fever
Answer and explanation
Q194 · Applied Microbiology & Infection control · General Characteristics of Microbes
The identification of bacteria by serologic tests is based on the presence of specific antigens. Which of the following bacterial components is least likely to contain useful antigens?
1. A.
  Cell wall
2. B.
  Flagella
3. C.
  Ribosomes
4. D.
  Capsule
Answer and explanation
Q195 · English · Vocabulary
What is the meaning of the phrase 'get a bee in your bonnet' in the sentence: 'Parity how you can get a bee in your bonnet about the most unlikely matters.'?
1. A.
  growth
2. B.
  speak succinctly
3. C.
  obsessed with an idea
4. D.
  stay up
Answer and explanation
Q196 · General Knowledge · Indian geography
The Uttar Pradesh government will establish its first Turtle Conservation Reserve in which river?
1. A.
  Belan River
2. B.
  Sarju River
3. C.
  Shandai River
4. D.
  Gomti River
Answer and explanation
Q197 · Medical & Surgical Nursing · Miscellaneous
The nurse is caring for a client who had a chest tube inserted and attached to portable water seal drainage two days ago. There is no bubbling in the water seal chamber. What should the nurse assess initially?
1. A.
  See if the suction is turned on
2. B.
  Check the system for air leaks
3. C.
  Observe the wound for excess drainage
4. D.
  Auscultate the lungs
Answer and explanation
Q198 · Mental Health Nursing · Introduction
The diagnosis of mental illness is generally carried out by which of the following?
1. A.
  A clinical psychologist
2. B.
  A psychiatrist
3. C.
  A counsellor
4. D.
  A psychiatric nurse
Answer and explanation
Q199 · Nursing Foundations · Communication & Nurse-Patient Relationship
The nurse understands that they need to acknowledge their patient's pain. Which statement best shows the nurse's understanding of this principle?
1. A.
  When you said your arm is hurt, where is the pain located?
2. B.
  The pain in your arm is real and not in your imagination
3. C.
  You said that your pain goes from your arm to your chest?
4. D.
  Tell me more about your pain
Answer and explanation
Q200 · Applied Microbiology & Infection control · Pathogenic Organisms
Which among the following are "Spirochetes"?
1. A.
  Corynebacterium diphtheria
2. B.
  Treponema pallidum
3. C.
  Spirillum vulgatum
4. D.
  Streptomyces sp.
Answer and explanation

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