PUDUCHERRY NURSING COUNCIL LICENSING EXAMINATION MODEL QUESTION PAPER (set 2) 2025

SECTION A: FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING (20 Marks)

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

SECTION B: MEDICAL-SURGICAL NURSING (20 Marks)

4. Which electrolyte imbalance is most common in chronic kidney disease? a) Hyperkalemia
   b) Hypokalemia
   c) Hypocalcemia
   d) Hypernatremia
5. 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
6. 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

SECTION C: MATERNAL AND CHILD HEALTH NURSING (20 Marks)

7. 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
8. The first vaccine given to a newborn is: a) BCG
   b) OPV
   c) DPT
   d) Hepatitis B
9. The most common cause of postpartum hemorrhage is: a) Retained placenta
   b) Uterine atony
   c) Cervical tear
   d) Coagulation disorders

SECTION D: COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING (20 Marks)

10. Which is the most effective method of family planning? a) Oral contraceptive pills
    b) Male condoms
    c) Intrauterine device (IUD)
    d) Natural family planning
11. The primary goal of health promotion is to: a) Treat diseases
    b) Prevent diseases
    c) Rehabilitate patients
    d) Provide palliative care
12. The incubation period of measles is: a) 3-5 days
    b) 7-14 days
    c) 10-20 days
    d) 21-30 days

SECTION E: MENTAL HEALTH NURSING (20 Marks)

13. 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
14. Lithium is commonly used to treat: a) Anxiety disorders
    b) Bipolar disorder
    c) Schizophrenia
    d) Depression
15. The most common side effect of benzodiazepines is: a) Hypertension
    b) Sedation
    c) Diarrhea
    d) Tachycardia

ANSWER KEY

1. b) 98.6°F
2. b) Frequent hand hygiene
3. b) Frequent position changes
4. a) Hyperkalemia
5. b) Administer oxygen therapy
6. b) Avoid cold environments
7. c) Left lateral position
8. a) BCG
9. b) Uterine atony
10. c) Intrauterine device (IUD)
11. b) Prevent diseases
12. b) 7-14 days
13. c) Acknowledge the patient’s experience
14. b) Bipolar disorder
15. b) Sedation