CHANDIGARH NURSING COUNCIL LICENSING EXAMINATION MODEL QUESTION PAPER 2025

SECTION A: FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING (10 Questions)

1. Which of the following is the normal body temperature of a healthy adult? a) 96.8°F
   b) 98.6°F
   c) 100.4°F
   d) 97.2°F
2. The best method to prevent hospital-acquired infections is: a) Wearing gloves at all times
   b) Frequent hand hygiene
   c) Using antiseptic sprays
   d) Wearing face masks
3. A nurse caring for an unconscious patient should prioritize which of the following? a) Range of motion exercises
   b) Frequent position changes
   c) Fluid intake monitoring
   d) Emotional support
4. The normal range of respiratory rate for an adult is: a) 8-12 breaths per minute
   b) 12-20 breaths per minute
   c) 20-28 breaths per minute
   d) 28-36 breaths per minute
5. What is the normal pH range of blood? a) 6.8-7.2
   b) 7.35-7.45
   c) 7.5-8.0
   d) 6.5-7.0
6. The primary function of red blood cells is to: a) Fight infection
   b) Transport oxygen
   c) Produce antibodies
   d) Assist in clotting
7. A sterile field becomes contaminated when: a) It is exposed to air for more than 10 minutes
   b) A non-sterile item touches it
   c) It is touched by gloves
   d) The procedure is completed
8. Which of the following pulse sites is used during CPR for an adult? a) Radial
   b) Carotid
   c) Brachial
   d) Femoral
9. The best position for a patient experiencing difficulty in breathing is: a) Supine
   b) Prone
   c) Fowler’s
   d) Trendelenburg
10. What is the first step in wound care management? a) Applying an antibiotic ointment
    b) Cleaning the wound
    c) Covering with a sterile dressing
    d) Assessing the wound

SECTION B: MEDICAL-SURGICAL NURSING (2 Questions)

11. Which electrolyte imbalance is most common in chronic kidney disease? a) Hyperkalemia
    b) Hypokalemia
    c) Hypocalcemia
    d) Hypernatremia
12. The most important nursing intervention for a patient with myocardial infarction is: a) Encourage early ambulation
    b) Administer oxygen therapy
    c) Perform chest physiotherapy
    d) Give a high-protein diet

ANSWER KEY

1. b) 98.6°F
2. b) Frequent hand hygiene
3. b) Frequent position changes
4. b) 12-20 breaths per minute
5. b) 7.35-7.45
6. b) Transport oxygen
7. b) A non-sterile item touches it
8. b) Carotid
9. c) Fowler’s
10. d) Assessing the wound
11. a) Hyperkalemia
12. b) Administer oxygen therapy