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Question 1Single Answer

Which one of the following organ break fats to produce cholesterol?

A
liver
B
lungs
C
kidney
D
pancreas

Question 2Single Answer

Insulim was discovered by?

A
F. Banting
B
Freaderick Sanger
C
Janer
D
Robert coach

Question 3Single Answer

Digestion of protein starts from-

A
small intestine
B
large intestine
C
mouth
D
stomach

Question 4Single Answer

Bile is produced by-

A
liver
B
kidney
C
Pancreas
D
appendix

Question 5Single Answer

Bile is stored in-

A
liver
B
Kidney
C
pancreas
D
gall bladder

Question 6Single Answer

Which of the following is a good source of Vitamin E?

A
egg
B
fish
C
meat
D
fresh vegetable

Question 7Single Answer

The term used for bad breath from mouth is?

A
halitosis
B
pyorrhea
C
bromidrosis
D
hyperhidrosis

Question 8Single Answer

The amount of protein required by an Indian adult per days is?

A
1 gm/kg body wt.
B
2gm/kg body wt.
C
1.5gm /kg body wt
D
2.5gm /kg body w.t

Question 9Single Answer

The precursor of vitamin A-

A
carotene
B
retinol
C
calciferol
D
nicotinic acid

Question 10Single Answer

The daily requirement of vitamin D by an adult is-

A
2 microgram /day
B
2.5 microgram /day
C
3 microgram /day
D
4 microgram / day

Question 11Single Answer

Vitamin D deficiency in children causes-

A
osteoporosis
B
rickets
C
bone malignancies
D
osteomalacia

Question 12Single Answer

Vitamin which prevents haemorrhage is-

A
vitamin K
B
vitamin A
C
vitamin D
D
vitamin E

Question 13Single Answer

The vitamin which is essential for proper functioning of nervous system is-

A
vitamin K
B
vitamin A
C
vitamin D
D
vitamin E

Question 14Single Answer

Ber- Beri is caused due to the deficiney of-

A
vitamin B1
B
vitamin B2
C
vitamin B6
D
vitamin B12

Question 15Single Answer

The vitamin which is involved in fat, protein and carbohydrate metabolism is-

A
riboflavin
B
thiamine
C
niacin
D
folic acid

Question 16Single Answer

pellagra is caused due to the deficieny of-

A
niacin
B
ascorbic acid
C
riboflavin
D
pantothenic acid

Question 17Single Answer

The daily requirement of folic acid for an adult is-

A
50 microgram
B
100 microgram
C
300 microgram
D
200 microgram

Question 18Single Answer

Pernicious anaemia is caused due to the deficiency of-

A
vitamin B1
B
vitamin B2
C
vitamin B6
D
vitamin B12

Question 19Single Answer

Parkinson’s disease is due to the loss of one of the following neurotransmitters ?

A
Acetylcholine
B
Dopamine
C
Norepinephrine
D
Serotonin

Question 20Single Answer

According to RDA the normal daily requirement of protein in adult is-

A
1gm/ body w.t
B
2gm /body w.t
C
3gm /body w.t
D
1.5 gm/ body w.t

Question 21Single Answer

The nutritional deficiency conditions that need to be given top priority for remedial action in India today is-

A
xerophthalmia
B
rickets
C
beri- beri
D
impotency

Question 22Single Answer

According to the world Health Organization ( W H O ) the disease which cause the death of the largest number of people today is-

A
AIDS
B
tuberculosis
C
malaria
D
leprosy

Question 23Single Answer

Lathyrism is caused by excessive consumption of-

A
cumin seed
B
Khesri dal
C
black gram dal
D
maze

Question 24Single Answer

Which of the following protein deficiency disorder is found in children?

A
Kwashiorkor
B
rickets
C
weakness
D
hypertension

Question 25Single Answer

Which vitamin is necessary for visions in dimlight?

A
vitamin A
B
vitamin B
C
vitamin C
D
vitamin D

Question 26Single Answer

Name the person who introduced the term pH ?

A
Arrhenius
B
Sorensen
C
Sidge Wick
D
Linus Pauling

Question 27Single Answer

The deficiency of vitamin D in children results in-

A
rickets
B
night blindness
C
osteomalacia
D
infertility

Question 28Single Answer

The ability of the human body to defend itself against a pathogenic agent ?

A
Resistance
B
Tolerance
C
Immunity
D
Adaptation

Question 29Single Answer

The deficiency of vitamin K results in-

A
bleeding disorder
B
night blindness
C
osteomalacia
D
infertility

Question 30Single Answer

The deficiency of vitamin B1 ( thiamine) results in-

A
Beri – Beri
B
night blindness
C
osteomalacia
D
infertility

Question 31Single Answer

The deficiency of vitamin C results in-

A
rickets
B
night blindness
C
scurvy
D
infertility

Question 32Single Answer

The deficiency of calcium in diet causes-

A
osteoporosis
B
night blindness
C
scurvy
D
infertility

Question 33Single Answer

The deficiency of vitamin folic acid results in-

A
megloblasticanaemia
B
night blindness
C
beri- beri
D
infertility

Question 34Single Answer

The factor which is responsible for absorption of vitamin B12?

A
intrinsic factor
B
acid factor
C
cholecystokinin
D
None of them

Question 35Single Answer

Which of the following symptoms is not associated with pellagra?

A
delirium
B
dementia
C
diarrhea
D
dermatitis

Question 36Single Answer

The rich natural source of calcium is-

A
milk
B
egg
C
soft drink
D
chicken

Question 37Single Answer

The deficiency of iodine results in-

A
goiter
B
gout
C
arthritis
D
muscular dystrophy

Question 38Single Answer

The hormone insulin secreted by-

A
pancreas beta cells
B
pancreas alpha calls
C
pancreas gama cells
D
liver

Question 39Single Answer

The hormone glucagon secreted by-

A
pancreas beta cells
B
pancreas alpha calls
C
pancreas gama cells
D
liver

Question 40Single Answer

The type of diet that a nurse should suggest for a jaundice patient would be-

A
low carbohydrate diet
B
low vitamin diet
C
low fat diet
D
high fat diet

Question 41Single Answer

The type of diet that a nurse should suggest for a diabetic patient would be-

A
low carbohydrate diet
B
low vitamin diet
C
high carbohydrate diet
D
high fat diet

Question 42Single Answer

The type of diet that a nurse should suggest for a hypertensive patient would be -

A
low calorie diet
B
low sodium diet
C
low fat diet
D
all of the above

Question 43Single Answer

The type of diet that a nurse should suggest for nephritis patient-

A
high carbohydrate diet
B
low in protein and sodium diet
C
fluid restriction
D
all of the above

Question 44Single Answer

A high fibre diet suggested for constipation patient in based on the fact that-

A
it increase intestinal motility
B
it decrease intestinal motility
C
it works as a digestive enzyme
D
none of them

Question 45Single Answer

A nurse should suggest ------- diet for a tuberculosis patient.

A
low carbohydrate
B
low vitamin
C
low fatty
D
high protein

Question 46Single Answer

Outer coating of capsules is made up of-

A
starch
B
cellulose
C
polyprophylene
D
protein

Question 47Single Answer

Which of the following mineral is essential for controlling heart beat?

A
sulphur
B
iodine
C
sodium
D
copper

Question 48Single Answer

Daily intake of protein , recommended for a moderate active woman is-

A
12gram
B
30gram
C
38gram
D
46gram

Question 49Single Answer

Which one of the following is responsible for blue baby syndrome?

A
nitrate
B
fluoride
C
chlorine
D
sodium

Question 50Single Answer

National institute of nutrition is situated in -

A
Hyderabad
B
Delhi
C
Jabalpur
D
Bangalore

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Question 51Single Answer

The total number of essential amino acid is-

A
8E, AA
B
12E, AA
C
17E, AA
D
5E, AA

Question 52Single Answer

Essential amino acids are amino acid which is-

A
not synthesized in the body
B
synthesized in the body
C
not essential for the body
D
none of them

Question 53Single Answer

Which of the following vitamin is deficient in Infant?

A
vitamin A
B
vitamin D
C
vitamin E
D
vitamin K

Question 54Single Answer

Wernick’s Korsakoff syndrome is the disease which is caused due to the deficiency of-

A
vitamin B1
B
vitamin B12
C
vitamin K
D
vitamin D

Question 55Single Answer

A mineral that is required for the formation of thyroxin-

A
iodine
B
sodium
C
potassium
D
calcium

Question 56Single Answer

Which of the following food borne disease is caused by a protozoa

A
amoebiasis
B
dysentery
C
constipation
D
scabies

Question 57Single Answer

The amount of calories provided by 1gm of fat is-

A
3kcal
B
4kcal
C
9kcal
D
12kcal

Question 58Single Answer

The amount of calories provided by 1gm of alcohol is-

A
3cal.
B
4kcal
C
9kcal
D
12kcal

Question 59Single Answer

The amount of calories provided by 1gm of protein is -

A
3kcal
B
4kcal
C
7kcal
D
9kcal

Question 60Single Answer

Fat digestion occurs in which part of the intestine?

A
jejunum
B
duodenum
C
ilium
D
caecum

Question 61Single Answer

Which of the following nutrients is essential for muscle building?

A
carbohydrate
B
protein
C
fat
D
vitamin

Question 62Single Answer

Which of the following is a source of instant energy?

A
carbohydrate
B
protein
C
rat
D
vitamin

Question 63Single Answer

The structural unit of protein is-

A
fatty acid
B
minerals
C
amino acid
D
none of them

Question 64Single Answer

The process of conversion of excess amount of glucose to glycogen is known as -

A
gluconeogenesis
B
glycogenesis
C
glycolysis
D
glycogenolysis

Question 65Single Answer

The normal blood cholesterol level is-

A
100-120mg/100ml
B
120-150mg/100ml
C
150-250mg/100ml
D
100-150mg/100ml

Question 66Single Answer

The richest source of protein in vegetarian diet plan is-

A
milk
B
leafy vegetables
C
pulses
D
soybeans

Question 67Single Answer

The other name of vitamin C is-

A
ascorbic acid
B
carotene
C
retinol
D
none of them

Question 68Single Answer

The cheapest source of protein is-

A
fish
B
ground nut
C
almond
D
chicken

Question 69Single Answer

The diet which should be provided for the anaemic child -

A
peas, chicken, green vegetables
B
rice, dal, chapatti
C
milk, paneer, curd
D
potato, milk, rice

Question 70Single Answer

The main – surgical of celiac disease is-

A
enlarged liver
B
enlarged abdomen
C
enlarged head
D
none of them

Question 71Single Answer

The non –surgical treatment of undescended testes includes-

A
Human chorionic gonadotropin hormone
B
Progesterone
C
Androgen
D
Corticosteroid

Question 72Single Answer

The tentative cause of pneumococcal meningitis is-

A
middle ear infection
B
peritonitis
C
orchitis
D
nephritis

Question 73Single Answer

Which colour or light used for treatment of neonatal jaundice?

A
red light
B
white light
C
blue light
D
violet light

Question 74Single Answer

A test that is done on neonates to detect PKU is-

A
Guthrie test
B
mentoux test
C
phenistix test
D
tyrosine test

Question 75Single Answer

The common effect associated with downs syndrome is-

A
hydrocephalus
B
meningitis
C
tetany
D
congenital heart defect

Question 76Single Answer

A child with congenital megacolon is admitted for surgical correction, the enema should be-

A
oil enema
B
soap water enema
C
phosphate enema
D
isotonic saline enema

Question 77Single Answer

The bilirubin encephalopathy due to high concentration of indirect bilirubin on brain and basal ganglia in the neonatal period is-

A
Status epileptics
B
kernicterus
C
physiological jaundice
D
physiological

Question 78Single Answer

Thalassemia is-

A
cooley ‘s anaemia
B
aplastic anaemia
C
sickle cell anaemia
D
megloblasticanaemia

Question 79Single Answer

For the correction of club foot the splint used is-

A
Thomas splint
B
plain splint
C
Dennis Brown Splint
D
Straight Splint

Question 80Single Answer

Pertusis vaccine is contraindicated if the child has-

A
a history of convulsion
B
a history of juvenile diabetes
C
a history of jaundice
D
a history of tuberculosis

Question 81Single Answer

Passive immunity is transferred to neonate from mother as-

A
IGG
B
IGA
C
IGM
D
IGE

Question 82Single Answer

In Identical twin, where the foetuses share common chorion, the number of placenta is ?

A
One
B
Two
C
More than two
D
Two and fused

Question 83Single Answer

Projective vomiting is a characteristic feature of-

A
pyloric stenosis
B
intestinal perforation
C
diverticulum
D
intestinal obstruction

Question 84Single Answer

The organism responsible for causing Chicken pox is-

A
varicella
B
herpes simplex
C
giardia lamblia
D
helicobector pylori

Question 85Single Answer

Strict bed rest is provided to a child with diphtheria because it-

A
may prevent myocarditis
B
prevent lung collapse
C
may prevent joint stiffness
D
provides comfort

Question 86Single Answer

A congenital defect seen in new born due to the failure of oesophagus to develop as a continuous canal is-

A
trachea oesophageal fistula
B
diverticulum
C
anal atresia
D
Stomach ulcer

Question 87Single Answer

Autism can usually be diagnosed when the child is about-

A
1 month
B
2 month
C
2 years
D
14 years

Question 88Single Answer

Malrotation of colon is termed as-

A
Diverticulum
B
Colonic fistula
C
Anal ateresia
D
Volvulus

Question 89Single Answer

A bile or facial matter in vomiting indicates –

A
anal atresia
B
intestinal perforation
C
congenital megacolon
D
oesophageal fistula

Question 90Single Answer

Absence of rectum is-

A
anal atresia
B
anal fistula
C
rectal atresia
D
phimosis

Question 91Single Answer

Tonsillectomy is contraindicated in children below 4 years because-

A
it is a life threatening situation
B
bleeding is not controlled
C
tonsils are a part of the immune system
D
it’s not easy to remove

Question 92Single Answer

A condition in which a protein of lung or the whole lung fails to expand is-

A
emphysema
B
asthma
C
atelectasis
D
distress

Question 93Single Answer

drug of choice in rheumatic fever to control the inflammatory process is-

A
salicylates
B
steroids
C
metrogyI
D
diclofenac sodium

Question 94Single Answer

A defect charaterised by an increase of free fluid in the cranial is-

A
hydrocephalus
B
microcephalus
C
hydrocele
D
plural effusion

Question 95Single Answer

A condition In which Spinal cord and cord membrane protrude through the defect in the laminate protrude the defect in the laminate of the vertebral column is-

A
spina bifida occulta
B
myelomeningoele
C
spina bifida cystic
D
lordosis

Question 96Single Answer

Down syndrome is-

A
duplication of chromosome 21
B
duplication of chromosome 17
C
absence of two chromosomes
D
none of them

Question 97Single Answer

Inflammation of testes is called as-

A
bronchitis
B
orchitis
C
cystitis
D
cholecystitis

Question 98Single Answer

Oral preparation of iron medication is administered between meals along with fruit juices because-

A
vitamin C help for absorption of iron
B
it irritate the intestine
C
it forms acidity
D
it lowers the blood glucose

Question 99Single Answer

The most common form of childhood cancer is-

A
thalassemia
B
leukemia
C
hogdkin ‘s disease
D
paget’s disease

Question 100Single Answer

Liquid diet is advised for a child with otitis media because-

A
chewing difficulty
B
digestion problem
C
maintain fluid balance
D
none of them

Question 101Single Answer

Pathogenic organisms are

A
Used in the pasteurization process
B
More plentiful than any other type of organism
C
Important to industry
D
Harmful to humans

Question 102Single Answer

For giving CPCR, after ascertaining unresponsiveness one should :

A
Call for help
B
Establish an airway
C
Check the carotid pulse
D
Give chest compression

Question 103Single Answer

Local cold application transfer heat from the body by :

A
Radiation
B
Evaporation
C
Convection
D
Conduction

Question 104Single Answer

Autoclaving a means of sterilization will destroy

A
All microorganisms
B
Pathogenic microorganisms
C
Non pathogenic microorganisms
D
Just yeasts and molds

Question 105Single Answer

Position in which the patient is to be cared after lower extremity amputation is :

A
Left lateral
B
Supme with head turned to one side
C
Side lying with amputated side up
D
Prone

Question 106Single Answer

When giving a patient intramuscular preoperative medications, the practical nurse must remember to inject into site no more than ?

A
1 ml
B
2ml
C
3ml
D
4ml

Question 107Single Answer

The safest position for a lady with cord prolapse in labor is :

A
Fowler's position
B
Prone
C
Supine
D
Trendelenburg

Question 108Single Answer

The percentage of water in human body is :

A
60%
B
80%
C
35
D
None of these

Question 109Single Answer

Daily care of patient's room would consist of

A
Disinfecting and sterilizing items in his immediate area
B
Providing fresh water for his flowers
C
Scrubbing and waxing the floor
D
Damp dusting and straightening

Question 110Single Answer

The most important electrolyte of intracellular fluid is :

A
Potassium
B
Calcium
C
Sodium
D
Chloride

Question 111Single Answer

During the bath observation of skin include ?

A
Temperature integrity and condition
B
Colour, warmth and bruising
C
Markings made by wrinkles in the sheet or crumbs
D
Distribution and colour of hair

Question 112Single Answer

Patient recovering from general anaesthesia should be positioned in :

A
Supine position
B
Fowler's position
C
Trendelenburg position
D
Side lying position

Question 113Single Answer

Included as a part of charting is the recording of observations and assessment of the patient. Basic skills used by the nurse in assessment are ?

A
Subjective and objective observation
B
Communications of the patient
C
Laboratory data and patient's response to tests
D
Recording of all data in a legal manner

Question 114Single Answer

Lugol's solution contains :

A
Potassium iodide
B
Sodium bromide
C
Ammonium chloride
D
Calcium chloride

Question 115Single Answer

Which of the following feature is not related to Gushing's triad ?

A
Systolic BP
B
Hypothermia
C
Bradycardia
D
Widening pulse pressure

Question 116Single Answer

Signs of a local infection include

A
Redness,, pain, swelling and decreased temperature
B
Increase and decreased blood pressure
C
Redness, pain and swelling of the area
D
Increased temperature, pain, redness and decreased urine output

Question 117Single Answer

The mount of bleaching powder for disinfection of 1000 gallons of water is :

A
oz
B
loz
C
50 gm
D
10 gm

Question 118Single Answer

The physician writes the following order, "Obtain a sterile urine specimen for C & S". Which of the following is true concerning a sterile urine specimen ?

A
May be obtained from the catheter bag if the patient has a Foley catheter
B
May be obtained using the "clean catch" or "mid stream" method as long as you use a sterile container
C
Must be obtained either by catheterizing the patient or from the catheter itself if the patient has a Foley catheter
D
May be obtained only by clamping off a Foley catheter for 15 minutes and then taking the specimen from the catheter tubing

Question 119Single Answer

Best method of oxygen administration to a 2 month old baby is :

A
Oxyhood
B
Face mask
C
Nasal cannula
D
Oxygen tent

Question 120Single Answer

Best method of oxygen administration to a Burn patient is :

A
Oxyhood
B
Nasal cannula
C
Face mask
D
Oxygen tent

Question 121Single Answer

Nursing observation that should be reported to physician immediately include ?

A
Pulse, hypotention and decreased urinary output
B
Obstruction of the intravenous tubing and inflammation at the puncture site
C
Removal of the signs of local infection
D
Three hundred fifty millimetre of yellow green drainage from nasogastric tube during the 8 hour shift

Question 122Single Answer

Best mask of oxygen administration to a facial Burn patient used as :

A
Aerosol mask
B
Venturi mask
C
Face mask
D
Non Rebreather mask

Question 123Single Answer

To check the placement of nasogastric tube the nurse can ?

A
Order a chest xray examination after injecting Sce of air into the stomach
B
Ask the patient if the tube feels as if it is in the stomach
C
Ask the patient to take tree deep breaths while pinching the nasogastric tube
D
Inject 5cc of air into the nasogastric tube while listening with a stethoscope for air entering the stomach

Question 124Single Answer

Best mask of oxygen administration are used in clinical practice when patient need higher humidify oxygen :

A
Aerosol mask
B
Venturi mask
C
Face mask
D
Non rebreather mask

Question 125Single Answer

Amount of blood used for exchange transfuse in a neonate is :

A
50 ml/kg body weight
B
65 ml/kg body weight
C
80 ml/kg body weight
D
100 ml/kg body weight

Question 126Single Answer

In case of accident what would you first exam :

A
Patent airway
B
Hemorrhage
C
Fractures
D
Possible head injury

Question 127Single Answer

For eye examination the instrument used is :

A
Percussion hammer
B
Otoscope
C
Stethoscope
D
Opthalmoscope

Question 128Single Answer

The important nursing intervention prior to administration of preanesthetic medication is :

A
Ask patient to empty the bladder
B
Do deep breathing and coughing exercises
C
Shave the skin
D
Regulate IV accurately

Question 129Single Answer

All these are sterilized by chemicals except :

A
Endoscopes
B
Gauze
C
Scissors
D
Cables

Question 130Single Answer

You would use the following methods artificial respiration

A
Mouthto mouth
B
Pronepressure
C
Back pressur
D
Mouthtonose

Question 131Single Answer

The important nursing intervention prior surgery is :

A
Ask patient to empty the bladder
B
Do deep breathing and coughing exercises
C
Shave the skin
D
Regulate IV accurately

Question 132Single Answer

In order to stop oozing bleeding you would first try ?

A
Pressure points
B
Direct pressure to the wound
C
Tourniquet
D
Ice packs

Question 133Single Answer

Who invented thermometer :

A
Celsius
B
Galileo Galilee
C
Lord Kelvin
D
Thomas J. Manning

Question 134Single Answer

Characteristic sign of heat exhaustion are ?

A
Profuse perspiration, normal body temperature, fainting
B
Unconsciousness, incontinence and bradycardia
C
Elevated body temperature, hot dry skin and tachycardia
D
Flushed face, rigidity of body muscles and excessive salivation

Question 135Single Answer

A clinical thermometer indicates temperatures in degree Fahrenheit from :

A
95 to 110
B
94 to 110
C
98 to 110
D
96 to 112

Question 136Single Answer

The normal breath rate of human beings is :

A
12-15 per minute
B
22-25 per minute
C
15-18 per minute
D
20-24 per minute

Question 137Single Answer

If a patient asks you to pray with him you should ?

A
Summon the hospital chaplain or minister of the patient faith
B
Ask him about his faith because you may not agree with his religious belief
C
Comply with his request, asking him if he has any special prayer he would like to say
D
Ignore his request, realizing that illness after causes a patient concern about spiritual welfare

Question 138Single Answer

If would eviscerations occurs, the immediate nursing action is :

A
Cover the would with sterile dry gauze
B
Leave the wound uncovered and pull the skin edges together
C
Cover the wound with sterile gauze moistened with sterile NS
D
Cover the wound with water-soaked gauze

Question 139Single Answer

How frequent should the nurse monitor the Vital Sign of the patient in the recovery room ?

A
Every 15 minutes
B
Every 60 min
C
Every 30 min
D
Every 45 min

Question 140Single Answer

A common blood test is that is used in a urologic workup is the blood urea nitrogen BUN) test. The normal level for this test is

A
10 to 20 mg/100ml of whole blood
B
25 to 40 mg/100ml of whole blood
C
50 to 80 mg/100ml of whole blood
D
70 to 120 mg/100ml of whole blood

Question 141Single Answer

The most important factor in the prevention of postoperative infection is :

A
Frequent change of wound dressings
B
Proper administration of antibiotics
C
Fluid intake of 2-3 L/day
D
Practice of strict aseptic techniques

Question 142Single Answer

Mr. X is to have a suprapubic prostatectomy. In this procedure the gland is approached through

A
Bladder
B
Perineum
C
Urethra
D
Ureter

Question 143Single Answer

Which of the following nursing actions should be given highest priority when admitting the patient into the operating room ?

A
Level of consciousness
B
Patient identification and correct operative consent
C
Positioning and skin preperation
D
Vital signs

Question 144Single Answer

After a cast has been applied, the nurse should suspect circulatory impairment if the patient of ?

A
Stiffness of the digits
B
Itching of the part
C
Numbness or tingling or both of the digits
D
Excessive sweating under the cast

Question 145Single Answer

ALT exceeds AST in :

A
Viral hepatitis
B
Cholestatic hepatitis
C
Toxic hepatitis
D
All the above

Question 146Single Answer

Information necessary for complete pain assessment would include ?

A
Precipitating event description and location
B
Medication preference and location
C
Emotional state of the patient and nutritional need
D
Time since last injection and physician order

Question 147Single Answer

Test for hypersensitivity is called :

A
Patch test
B
None of the above
C
Patrick's test
D
Post-coital test

Question 148Single Answer

Humidified oxygen is administered via tracheostomy after a laryngectomy because

A
Humidified oxygen contains more water
B
The upper airway is no longer connected to the lower airway
C
The lower airway heals more quickly if humidity is utilized
D
Humidified oxygen administration facilitates Suctioning

Question 149Single Answer

Choosing the appropriate catheter depends on :

A
Knowledge of any allergies to latex or plastic
B
The expected duration of catheterization
C
The size of the patient's urethral canal
D
All the above

Question 150Single Answer

The purpose of steam inhalation is to

A
Produce thicker secretions, which may be expectrated more easily
B
Increase the oxygen content coming 10 contact with the mucous membranes
C
Prevent drying of the trachea or tracheitis
D
All of the Above

Question 151Single Answer

Curved or coude catheters have :

A
A rounded curved tip
B
A single lumen with a small 11/24 cm opening
C
A single lumen with a small 114 cm opening
D
An inflatable balloon that encircles the tip near the lumen or opening

Question 152Single Answer

The patient with bleeding esophagus varices can be treated with a Sengstaken Blakemore Tube. In caring for the patient with this type of tube; the nurse should be most alert for

A
Loss of balloon pressure
B
Irritation of nares
C
Airway obstruction
D
Atelectasis

Question 153Single Answer

The skin is shaved prior to surgery in order to :

A
Facilitate skin incision
B
To prevent wound infection
C
Reduce post operation scarring
D
Indicate the site to be draped

Question 154Single Answer

When interpreting the results of the tes Tape on urine, orange indicate

A
1+ sugar
B
2+sugar
C
3+ sugar
D
5+ sugar

Question 155Single Answer

Quantity of sodium chloride required to make 1 litre of normal saline is :

A
900 grams
B
0.9 grams
C
9 grams
D
90 grams

Question 156Single Answer

A patient is to be started on an eternal feeding. What important steps should nurse take before the patient in started on eternal feeding

A
Evaluate the familiar perception of eternal feeding
B
Assess the understanding of eternal feeding
C
Assess patient allergy to lactogen
D
Make sure patient had nothing by mouth while eternal feeding is started

Question 157Single Answer

White doing CPR the compression ventilation ratio in an adult should be :

A
25:2
B
30:2
C
15:2
D
20:2

Question 158Single Answer

A 4year old client was brought to the health centre with chief complaint of severe diarrhea and the passage of "rice water". The client is most probably suffering from which condition ?

A
Giardiasis
B
Cholera
C
Dysentery
D
Amebiasi

Question 159Single Answer

You are irrigating a draining wound with sterile saline solution. Which of the following would be the most appropriate procedure to follow :

A
Prepare sterile field, put on sterile gloves & remove soiled dressing, wash hands
B
Wash hands, wear clean gloves, re wash hands, prepare sterile field soiled dressing, remove gloves, wash ha wear sterile gloves, prepare sterile field
C
Remove solid dressing, flush wound
D
Pour solution, wash hands and remove vol dressing, prepare sterile field

Question 160Single Answer

To diagnosis meningitis which type of sample, collected :

A
Urine
B
CSF
C
Bone-marrow
D
Stool

Question 161Single Answer

A patient who decides to leave the hospita against medical advice (LAMA) must sign, form. What is the purpose of this form ?

A
To release the physician and hospital from legal responsibility for the patient's health status
B
To ethically illustrate that the patient has control of his or her won care and treatment
C
To use in the event of readmission
D
To indicate the patient's wishes

Question 162Single Answer

Which of the following is not a parameter for "Glasgow coma scale"

A
Eye opening
B
Pupillary response
C
Verbal response
D
Motor response

Question 163Single Answer

Tracheostomy is usually performed between the tracheal rings of cartilage of :

A
Fourth and fifth
B
All of the above
C
Second and third
D
Third and fourth

Question 164Single Answer

"Rice Water Stool" is a typical finding in cases of :

A
Cholera
B
Typhoid
C
Ulcerative colitis
D
Amoebiasis

Question 165Single Answer

Patient has intravenous fluids infusing in the right arm when taking a blood pressure on this patient, the nurse would :

A
Take the blood pressure in the left arm
B
Take the blood pressure in the right arm
C
Use the smallest possible cuff
D
Report inability to take the blood pressure

Question 166Single Answer

Full form of CPR is :

A
Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation
B
Cardio-Pulmonary Relapse
C
Cardio Pulmonary Restriction
D
Chronic Pulmonary Replace

Question 167Single Answer

Infectious non sharp waste is collected in :

A
Black bag
B
White bin
C
Yellow bag
D
Red bag

Question 168Single Answer

What concentration of NaCl in intravenous fluid is termed "Isotonic" :

A
0.25%
B
0.45%
C
0.75%
D
0.90%

Question 169Single Answer

What is the other name of thumb forceps ?

A
Needle holder
B
Mosquito forceps
C
Kelly's forceps
D
Mouse's teeth

Question 170Single Answer

Surgical needles are :

A
5/8 circle
B
Straight
C
1/4 circle
D
All of the above

Question 171Single Answer

A nursing intervention in thrombophlebitis would be contraindicated :

A
Maintaining strict bed rest
B
Turning the patient from side to side
C
Applying warm packs to the affected leg
D
Massaging the affected leg

Question 172Single Answer

The most effective position for a women in labor with cord prolapsed is :

A
Lithotomy
B
Trendelenburg
C
Sims
D
Knee chest

Question 173Single Answer

A patient with acute pancreatitis has NG tube for low intermittent suction to prevent :

A
Chronic distortion
B
Gastric reflux
C
Pancreatic stimulation
D
Peristalsis

Question 174Single Answer

Intraocular pressure is measured with a instrument called :

A
Tonometer
B
Manometer
C
Oculometer
D
Perimeter

Question 175Single Answer

With aging blood pressure is often higher due to :

A
Decreased peripheral resistance
B
Decreased elasticity in arterial walls
C
Loss of muscle mass
D
Changes in exercise and diet

Question 176Single Answer

Eye padding is applied on unconscious patients to prevent :

A
Dryness of eye
B
Blinking of eyes
C
Corneal ulcer
D
Eye movement

Question 177Single Answer

AED stands for :

A
Arrhythmia eliminating device
B
Advanced emergency defibrillator
C
Authorised emergency defibrillator
D
Automated external defibrillator

Question 178Single Answer

Top priority treatment of ventricular fibrillation includes :

A
ECG monitoring
B
Proper positioning
C
CPR
D
Catherization

Question 179Single Answer

Carotid pulse should be checked for :

A
15-20 seconds
B
Less than 5 seconds
C
5-10 seconds
D
10-15 seconds

Question 180Single Answer

In following which disease occur due to deficiency of thiamine :

A
Beri-Beri
B
Pellagra
C
Anaemia
D
Scurvy

Question 181Single Answer

Heimlich Maneuver involves the following :

A
Abdominal thrusts
B
Blind finger sweep in throat
C
Chest compressions
D
Jaw thrust

Question 182Single Answer

To prevent legal implications,What should be done by a nurse during pre-operative period :

A
Provide psychological support
B
Obtain written consent
C
Provide comprehensive nursing care
D
Explain the patient and his relatives about post-operative complications

Question 183Single Answer

Recommended disinfectant used for handling spills is :

A
10% sodium hypochlorite
B
5% bleach solution
C
1% sodium hypochlorite
D
2% bleach solution

Question 184Single Answer

Chest compression in an unresponsive victim will be started :

A
After giving two breaths to victim
B
After making an emergency call to ambulance service
C
After checking carotid pulse of the victim and find the pulse is absent
D
As soon as you find an unresponsive victim

Question 185Single Answer

Clinical menifestations of anaemia include except :

A
Low Hb level
B
Fatigue
C
Hyperactivity
D
Lassitude

Question 186Single Answer

Universal precautions in hospital involve :

A
Gloving
B
Mask, gowning
C
Hand washing
D
All of the above

Question 187Single Answer

A patient in ventricular fibrillation is about to be defibrillated. A nurse knows that to convert this rhythm effectively, the machine should be set at which of the following energy levels for the best delivery ?

A
200 Joules
B
360 Joules
C
50 Joules
D
100 Joules

Question 188Single Answer

Priority basis management of a unconscious patient include :

A
I.V. therapy
B
I.V. menthol
C
Clearance of airway
D
Pain at Mc burny point

Question 189Single Answer

Cesol, and chloroxylenol are :

A
Acids
B
Aldehydes
C
Halogens
D
Phenols

Question 190Single Answer

In oliguria volume of urine is :

A
Less than 100 ml
B
Less than 400 ml
C
Less than 800 ml
D
Absence of urine

Question 191Single Answer

A comprehensive health assessment of an older person includes :

A
Functional assessment
B
Clinical assessment
C
Psychosocial assessment
D
All of the above

Question 192Single Answer

Management of cardiac arrest include except :

A
Massive I.V. infusion
B
02 Therapy
C
Clearance of airway
D
Cardiac compression

Question 193Single Answer

Which of the following chemical is most powerful disinfectant ?

A
Dettol
B
Lysol
C
Phenol
D
KMnO4

Question 194Single Answer

During head injury what is the cause of increase in body temperature :

A
Pons injury
B
Hypothalamus injury
C
Cerebellum injury
D
Medulla injury

Question 195Single Answer

Temporary hardness of water is also called as :

A
Chloride hardness
B
Sodium hardness
C
Carbonate hardness
D
None

Question 196Single Answer

In a patient of fever, "Fastigium" is to which term given of the following period ?

A
Onset of fever
B
When body temperature has reached its maximum and remains constant When
C
When body temperature is suddenly returning to normal
D
the body temperature is gradually returning to normal

Question 197Single Answer

Anemometer is used to measure :

A
Air temperature
B
Air velocity
C
Humidity
D
Air pollution

Question 198Single Answer

Florence Nightingale was born in which country :

A
England
B
Germany
C
Italy
D
France

Question 199Single Answer

What is the colour coding of bag in hospitals to dispose off human anatomical wastes such as body parts ?

A
Black
B
Yellow
C
Blue
D
Red

Question 200Single Answer

Criteria of a profession include except :

A
profession should be intellectual
B
It should be self governing
C
In a profession there is no place for higher education
D
A profession should be service-oriented

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