KGMU Nursing Officer Previous Year Questions (Memory Based) with Answers
Here are some KGMU nursing officer memory-based previous year questions with accurate answers and explanations important for the final revision.
Ques 1. What is the normal respiratory rate in a healthy adult?
A. 8-12 breaths per minute
B. 12-20 breaths per minute
C. 20-28 breaths per minute
D. 24-30 breaths per minute
Answer: B. 12-20 breaths per minute
Explanation: This is the standard respiratory rate range for a resting adult.
Ques 2. What is the correct nursing position for a patient in hypovolemic shock?
A. Fowler’s position
B. Supine position
C. Trendelenburg position
D. Lithotomy position
Answer: C. Trendelenburg position
Explanation: Elevating the legs improves venous return and helps temporarily manage shock.
Ques 3. Which vaccine is given at birth to prevent Hepatitis B?
A. DPT vaccine
B. BCG vaccine
C. Oral Polio Vaccine (OPV)
D. Hepatitis B vaccine
Answer: D. Hepatitis B vaccine
Explanation: The birth dose of Hepatitis B is given within 24 hours of delivery as per the national immunisation schedule.
Ques 4. How long should a nurse wait before rechecking a high BP reading?
A. Immediately after the first reading
B. After 5 minutes of rest using the same arm
C. After 30 seconds with the opposite arm
D. After 10 minutes of rest using any arm
Answer: B. After 5 minutes of rest using the same arm
Explanation: Allowing 5 minutes of rest ensures accurate and consistent blood pressure measurement.
Ques 5. What is the first-line drug for treating anaphylaxis?
A. Dopamine
B. Adrenaline (Epinephrine)
C. Hydrocortisone
D. Atropine
Answer: B. Adrenaline (Epinephrine)
Explanation: Epinephrine 0.3-0.5 mg IM is the life-saving drug of choice in anaphylactic reactions.
Ques 6. What should a nurse do first when a patient complains of sudden chest pain?
A. Give water and observe
B. Encourage walking to relieve pain
C. Call for help, monitor vitals, and prepare for ECG
D. Administer sedatives immediately
Answer: C. Call for help, monitor vitals, and prepare for ECG
Explanation: These are the first steps in managing a suspected cardiac emergency.
Ques 7. What is the normal heart rate of a newborn?
A. 80-120 beats per minute
B. 100-140 beats per minute
C. 120-160 beats per minute
D. 160-200 beats per minute
Answer: C. 120-160 beats per minute
Explanation: The normal heart rate of a newborn ranges between 120 and 160 bpm.
Ques 8. What isolation precaution is required for pulmonary tuberculosis?
A. Contact isolation
B. Airborne isolation
C. Droplet isolation
D. Protective isolation
Answer: B. Airborne isolation
Explanation: TB spreads through tiny airborne particles; hence, airborne isolation using N95 masks and proper ventilation is necessary.