SECTION A: FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING (20 Marks)
- 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 - 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 - 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 - 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
SECTION B: MEDICAL-SURGICAL NURSING (20 Marks)
- Which electrolyte imbalance is most common in chronic kidney disease? a) Hyperkalemia
b) Hypokalemia
c) Hypocalcemia
d) Hypernatremia - 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 - A patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) should be advised to: a) Increase oxygen flow to 6 L/min
b) Avoid cold environments
c) Drink less fluid
d) Reduce carbohydrate intake - The first sign of hypoglycemia is: a) Bradycardia
b) Diaphoresis
c) Hypertension
d) Hyperthermia
SECTION C: MATERNAL AND CHILD HEALTH NURSING (20 Marks)
- The ideal position for a pregnant woman in her third trimester to improve circulation is: a) Supine position
b) Right lateral position
c) Left lateral position
d) Semi-Fowler’s position - The first vaccine given to a newborn is: a) BCG
b) OPV
c) DPT
d) Hepatitis B - The most common cause of postpartum hemorrhage is: a) Retained placenta
b) Uterine atony
c) Cervical tear
d) Coagulation disorders - What is the normal heart rate range for a newborn? a) 60-80 bpm
b) 80-100 bpm
c) 100-160 bpm
d) 160-200 bpm
SECTION D: COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING (20 Marks)
- Which is the most effective method of family planning? a) Oral contraceptive pills
b) Male condoms
c) Intrauterine device (IUD)
d) Natural family planning - The primary goal of health promotion is to: a) Treat diseases
b) Prevent diseases
c) Rehabilitate patients
d) Provide palliative care - The incubation period of measles is: a) 3-5 days
b) 7-14 days
c) 10-20 days
d) 21-30 days - Which vitamin deficiency is associated with night blindness? a) Vitamin A
b) Vitamin B1
c) Vitamin C
d) Vitamin D
SECTION E: MENTAL HEALTH NURSING (20 Marks)
- A patient with schizophrenia is experiencing auditory hallucinations. The best nursing intervention is: a) Ignore the hallucinations
b) Challenge the patient’s belief
c) Acknowledge the patient’s experience
d) Administer sedatives - Lithium is commonly used to treat: a) Anxiety disorders
b) Bipolar disorder
c) Schizophrenia
d) Depression - The most common side effect of benzodiazepines is: a) Hypertension
b) Sedation
c) Diarrhea
d) Tachycardia - The therapeutic level of lithium is: a) 0.2-0.5 mEq/L
b) 0.6-1.2 mEq/L
c) 1.5-2.0 mEq/L
d) 2.5-3.0 mEq/L
ANSWER KEY
- b) 98.6°F
- b) Frequent hand hygiene
- b) Frequent position changes
- b) 12-20 breaths per minute
- a) Hyperkalemia
- b) Administer oxygen therapy
- b) Avoid cold environments
- b) Diaphoresis
- c) Left lateral position
- a) BCG
- b) Uterine atony
- c) 100-160 bpm
- c) Intrauterine device (IUD)
- b) Prevent diseases
- b) 7-14 days
- a) Vitamin A
- c) Acknowledge the patient’s experience
- b) Bipolar disorder
- b) Sedation
- b) 0.6-1.2 mEq/L
This model paper provides a comprehensive overview of the types of questions that may appear in the Puducherry Nursing Council Licensing Examination. Preparing thoroughly in these key nursing subjects will help in successfully clearing the exam.
