Staff Nurse MCQ Quiz - 100+ Nursing MCQs with Answers for Competitive Exams (Ultimate Exam Prep)

Quick intro - Why this quiz helps you win nursing exams

Preparing for competitive nursing exams (AIIMS NORCET, RRB, ESIC, NHM, MNS and State PSCs) demands focused practice and high-yield knowledge. This quiz collection of 100+ MCQs covers Fundamentals, Anatomy, Pharmacology, Medical-Surgical, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Paediatrics and Community Health, arranged so you can quiz yourself, revise fast, and track weak areas. Each question includes four options with the correct answer clearly marked so you can self-score and revise efficiently.

Nursing Exam Pattern (compact)

• Nursing Foundation - 20 Qs
• Anatomy & Physiology - 10 Qs
• Medical-Surgical Nursing - 25 Qs
• Pharmacology - 10 Qs
• Obstetrics & Gynaecology - 10 Qs
• Pediatric Nursing - 10 Qs
• Community Health Nursing - 10 Qs
• General Knowledge & Reasoning - 5 Qs

How to use this quiz

1. Attempt each question without looking at answers.
2. Mark your responses, then check the correct option (✅).
3. Make short notes on topics you miss and schedule a 20-minute revision.
4. Reattempt the quiz after 3 days - track improvement.

1) Fundamentals of Nursing - Q1–Q5

1. Q1. The process of washing hands before and after patient care is known as?
   A. Hand asepsis ✅
   B. Hand disinfection
   C. Surgical scrub
   D. Sanitization
2. Q2. Normal body temperature in Celsius is:
   A. 36.5°C ✅
   B. 34.5°C
   C. 39°C
   D. 37.5°C
3. Q3. Which pulse site is commonly used in emergencies?
   A. Radial
   B. Brachial
   C. Carotid ✅
   D. Temporal
4. Q4. The normal respiratory rate for adults per minute is:
   A. 10–12
   B. 12–20 ✅
   C. 20–25
   D. 25–30
5. Q5. Fowler’s position is used to:
   A. Promote drainage
   B. Improve breathing ✅
   C. Prevent bedsores
   D. Reduce fever

2) Anatomy & Physiology - Q6–Q10

6. Q6. The largest organ in the human body is:
   A. Liver
   B. Skin ✅
   C. Brain
   D. Heart
7. Q7. The functional unit of the kidney is called:
   A. Nephron ✅
   B. Neuron
   C. Glomerulus
   D. Ureter
8. Q8. The heart is enclosed within:
   A. Pleura
   B. Pericardium ✅
   C. Peritoneum
   D. Endocardium
9. Q9. The normal cardiac output per minute is approximately:
   A. 2 L
   B. 5 L ✅
   C. 8 L
   D. 10 L
10. Q10. The part of the brain responsible for balance and coordination is:
    A. Cerebrum
    B. Cerebellum ✅
    C. Medulla
    D. Pons

3) Pharmacology - Q11–Q15

11. Q11. Drug that reduces pain is called:
    A. Analgesic ✅
    B. Antipyretic
    C. Antacid
    D. Antihistamine
12. Q12. Digoxin is used in the treatment of:
    A. Hypertension
    B. Heart failure ✅
    C. Asthma
    D. Diabetes
13. Q13. Vitamin K is essential for:
    A. Bone growth
    B. Blood clotting ✅
    C. Vision
    D. Digestion
14. Q14. The route of drug administration with the fastest effect is:
    A. Oral
    B. Subcutaneous
    C. Intravenous ✅
    D. Intramuscular
15. Q15. The antidote for morphine poisoning is:
    A. Naloxone ✅
    B. Atropine
    C. Diazepam
    D. Adrenaline

4) Medical-Surgical Nursing - Q16–Q20

16. Q16. The normal blood pressure range for adults is:
    A. 100/60 mmHg
    B. 120/80 mmHg ✅
    C. 140/90 mmHg
    D. 160/100 mmHg
17. Q17. Appendicitis is inflammation of:
    A. Pancreas
    B. Appendix ✅
    C. Liver
    D. Spleen
18. Q18. The first sign of hypoglycemia is:
    A. Tremors ✅
    B. Coma
    C. Vomiting
    D. Dizziness
19. Q19. Common symptom of myocardial infarction is:
    A. Chest pain radiating to left arm ✅
    B. Fever
    C. Cough
    D. Diarrhea
20. Q20. Normal blood glucose level (fasting) is:
    A. 60–100 mg/dl ✅
    B. 100–160 mg/dl
    C. 40–80 mg/dl
    D. 160–200 mg/dl

5) Obstetrics & Gynaecology - Q21–Q25

21. Q21. The normal duration of pregnancy is:
    A. 36 weeks
    B. 40 weeks ✅
    C. 42 weeks
    D. 38 weeks
22. Q22. The first stage of labor ends with:
    A. Full dilation of cervix ✅
    B. Delivery of baby
    C. Placenta expulsion
    D. Rupture of membranes
23. Q23. Colostrum is rich in:
    A. Fat
    B. Antibodies ✅
    C. Iron
    D. Calcium
24. Q24. Average fetal heart rate per minute is:
    A. 80–100
    B. 110–160 ✅
    C. 60–80
    D. 160–200
25. Q25. Best position for pregnant women with hypertension is:
    A. Supine
    B. Lateral ✅
    C. Prone
    D. Sitting

6) Pediatric Nursing - Q26–Q30

26. Q26. The first vaccine given to a newborn is:
    A. Polio
    B. BCG ✅
    C. DPT
    D. Measles
27. Q27. The weight of a healthy newborn is:
    A. 1.5–2 kg
    B. 2.5–3.5 kg ✅
    C. 4–5 kg
    D. 3.5–4.5 kg
28. Q28. The APGAR score is taken at:
    A. 1 and 5 minutes ✅
    B. 5 and 10 minutes
    C. 1 and 10 minutes
    D. 2 and 5 minutes
29. Q29. The first tooth appears at:
    A. 2 months
    B. 6 months ✅
    C. 10 months
    D. 1 year
30. Q30. Exclusive breastfeeding is recommended for:
    A. 4 months
    B. 6 months ✅
    C. 8 months
    D. 12 months

7) Community Health Nursing - Q31–Q35

31. Q31. The full form of PHC is:
    A. Primary Health Centre ✅
    B. Public Health Clinic
    C. Preventive Health Centre
    D. Private Health Care
32. Q32. The normal growth chart used in India is called:
    A. Gomez chart
    B. ICMR chart ✅
    C. CDC chart
    D. WHO chart
33. Q33. Vitamin A deficiency causes:
    A. Night blindness ✅
    B. Rickets
    C. Scurvy
    D. Beriberi
34. Q34. DOTS strategy is related to:
    A. Malaria
    B. Tuberculosis ✅
    C. HIV/AIDS
    D. Typhoid
35. Q35. Pulse Polio Programme was launched in:
    A. 1992 ✅
    B. 1995
    C. 1998
    D. 2000

Note: Continue the quiz in the same format up to 100+ questions — include infection control, leadership & management, mental health, nutrition, wound care, emergency nursing, legal & ethical issues and lab values.

FAQs

How many questions should I practice daily?
Aim for 50 MCQs daily with review - combine new questions and revision.

Should I learn answers by rote?
No - understand concepts behind each answer. Use flashcards for quick recall.

How to score high in CBT exams?
Practice mock tests under timed conditions; work on speed and accuracy.

Where to find reliable reference books?
Standard texts: Brunner & Suddarth, Taylor’s Fundamentals, Dutta’s Obstetrics, Lippincott Pharmacology.

Conclusion

Regular practice, smart revision and weekly mocks will boost accuracy and confidence. Use this 100+ MCQ quiz as a core part of your study plan - revise missed items, strengthen fundamentals, and you’ll be well prepared for AIIMS, RRB, ESIC, NHM and State PSC nursing exams. Best of luck!