2010 to 2015 Question Papers PAPER III PHARMACOGNOSY AND PHYTO PHARMACEUTICALS Dr. MGR University

Dr. MGR University SEPTEMBER 2010 Question Paper
Subject : PAPER III  PHARMACOGNOSY AND PHYTO PHARMACEUTICALS

[KX 809] Sub. Code: 3809
DOCTOR OF PHARMACY (PHARM. D) DEGREE EXAMINATION
(Regulations 2008-2009 )
(Candidates admitted from 2008-2009 onwards)
SECOND YEAR
PAPER III – PHARMACOGNOSY AND PHYTO PHARMACEUTICALS
Q.P. Code: 383809
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 70 marks
Answer ALL questions
I. Elaborate on: (2 x 20 = 40)
 1. What are Volatile oils?
 Give example for Phenol volatile oil.
 Explain about Pharmacognostical characters of any one of the drugs.
 2. Write in detail about Insecticides.
II. Write notes on: (6 x 5 = 30)
 1. Types of Adulteration.
 2. Isapgol.
 3. Auxins.
 4. Pharmacological classification.
 5. Jute.
 6. Castor Oil.
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Dr. MGR University MAY 2011 Question Paper
Subject : PAPER III  PHARMACOGNOSY AND PHYTO PHARMACEUTICALS

[KY 809] Sub. Code: 3809
DOCTOR OF PHARMACY (PHARM. D) DEGREE EXAMINATION
(Regulations 2008-2009 )
(Candidates admitted from 2008-2009 onwards)
SECOND YEAR
PAPER III – PHARMACOGNOSY AND PHYTO PHARMACEUTICALS
Q.P. Code: 383809
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 70 marks
Answer ALL questions
I. Elaborate on: (2 x 20 = 40)
 1. Give a detailed account on plant classification.
 2. Discuss in detail about methods of cultivation, collection, drying and processing.
II. Write notes on: ( 6 x 5 = 30)
 1. Definition and scope of pharmacognosy.
 2. Morphological characters of cinchona.
 3. Write a note on various methods of extraction of fixed oils.
 4. Write the names of plant fibers and explain about absorbent cotton.
 5. Write a note on pectin.
 6. Write the source, active constituents and uses of digitalis.
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Dr. MGR University OCTOBER 2011 Question Paper
Subject : PAPER III  PHARMACOGNOSY AND PHYTO PHARMACEUTICALS

[KZ 809] Sub. Code: 3809
DOCTOR OF PHARMACY (PHARM. D) DEGREE EXAMINATION
SECOND YEAR
PAPER III – PHARMACOGNOSY AND PHYTO PHARMACEUTICALS
Q.P. Code: 383809
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 100marks
Answer ALL questions in the same order.
I. Elaborate on : Pages Time Marks
 (Max.) (Max.) (Max.)
1. Define adulteration and write a detailed note on different
 methods of adulteration of crude drugs. 17 40 min. 20
 2. Explain in detail about the source, chemistry and method of
 extraction of lipids. Write in detail about any two lipid 17 40 min. 20
 containing drugs.
II. Write notes on :
 1. Define the term crude drugs and explain the classification
 of crude drugs with examples. 4 10 min. 6
 2. Define and classify oils with examples and write the method
 of preparation of medicinal castor oil. 4 10 min. 6
 3. Write in detail about cell wall constituents and cell inclusions
 with their functions. 4 10 min. 6
 4. Write the source, constituents, chemical tests and the medicinal
 uses of the following: (i) Pyrethrum (ii) Tragacanth. 4 10 min. 6
 5. Explain the methods of cultivation of crude drugs with
 examples. 4 10 min. 6
 6. Define the term proteins, classify them and write a note on
 method of analysis of proteins with examples. 4 10 min. 6
 7. Draw neat labeled diagnostic characters of fruit drugs and
 explain the types with examples. 4 10 min. 6
 8. What are fibres? Classify them. Write in detail about the
 absorbent cotton and differentiate from raw cotton.
 9. Enumerate the history and scope of Pharmacognosy. 4 10 min. 6
10. Write the source, confirmatory chemical tests and
 uses of (i) Carbohydrates (ii) Lipids (iii) Proteins. 4 10 min. 6
 *******

Dr. MGR University APRIL 2012 Question Paper
Subject : PAPER III  PHARMACOGNOSY AND PHYTO PHARMACEUTICALS

[LA 809] Sub. Code: 3809
DOCTOR OF PHARMACY (PHARM. D) DEGREE EXAMINATION
SECOND YEAR
PAPER III – PHARMACOGNOSY AND PHYTO PHARMACEUTICALS
Q.P. Code: 383809
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 100 marks
Answer ALL questions in the same order.
I. Elaborate on : Pages Time Marks
 (Max.) (Max.) (Max.)
 1. Briefly discuss the various system of classification
 of crude drugs from natural origin with examples? 17 40 min. 20
 2. Write the pharmacognosy of any two fruit drugs
 Which you have studied? 17 40 min. 20
II. Write notes on :
 1. Describe the macroscopy and microscopy of senna
 with a note on its adulterants? 4 10 min. 6
 2. Describe the historical background of pharmacognosy? 4 10 min. 6
 3. Explain about the various types of Extraction of volatile oils? 4 10 min. 6
 4.Give a note on current and upcoming Scope of pharmacognosy? 4 10 min. 6
 5. Write a note on preparation process of cotton and silk? 4 10 min. 6
 6. Elaborate the Basic principle of ayurvedic system of medicine? 4 10 min. 6
 7. Write a note on any one oil obtained from marine animal source? 4 10 min. 6
 8. How clove is collected, what are its adulterants,
 how are they detected? 4 10 min. 6
 9. Detail study of methods of cultivation of medicine plants? 4 10 min. 6
10. Discuss the method of preparation of starch from different source. 4 10 min. 6
 *******

Dr. MGR University OCTOBER 2012 Question Paper
Subject : PAPER III  PHARMACOGNOSY AND PHYTO PHARMACEUTICALS

[LB 809] Sub. Code: 3809
DOCTOR OF PHARMACY (PHARM. D) DEGREE EXAMINATION
SECOND YEAR
PAPER III – PHARMACOGNOSY AND PHYTO PHARMACEUTICALS
Q.P. Code: 383809
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 100 marks
Answer ALL questions in the same order.
I. Elaborate on : Pages Time Marks
 (Max.) (Max.) (Max.)
 1. Explain the pharmacognosy of any two crude drugs from
 carbohydrates? 17 40 min. 20
 2. Elaborate the detail study of medicinal value drugs from
 Natural pesticide? 17 40 min. 20
II. Write Short Notes :
 1. Discuss about the Merits and demerits of cultivation of
 medicinal plants? 4 10 min. 6
 2. Biological Source, preparation and identification tests of the drugs
 with following uses:
 a) Used in deficiency of Vitamin- A
 b) emulsifying agent. 4 10 min. 6
 3. Briefly describe the use of crude drugs in the indigenous
 system of medicine? 4 10 min. 6
 4. Write about the classification of proteins with examples? 4 10 min. 6
 5. Write detail on pharmacognosy of honey? 4 10 min. 6
 6. Demonstrate the Pharmcognestic study of Acacia? 4 10 min. 6
 7. Write briefly about the Storage condition of crude drugs? 4 10 min. 6
 8. What are fibers? Write detail about any one plant fiber? 4 10 min. 6
 9. Explain microscopic characteristics, cultivation, collection, of
 the following drugs: Clove, Isapgol. 4 10 min. 6
10. Give details of chemical constituents, Chemical tests, uses of the
 following drugs: Cinnamon, pectin. 4 10 min. 6
 *******

Dr. MGR University APRIL 2013 Question Paper
Subject : PAPER III  PHARMACOGNOSY AND PHYTO PHARMACEUTICALS

[LC 809] Sub. Code: 3809
DOCTOR OF PHARMACY (PHARM. D) DEGREE EXAMINATION
SECOND YEAR
 PAPER III – PHARMACOGNOSY AND PHYTO PHARMACEUTICALS
Q.P. Code: 383809
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 100 marks
 Answer All questions
I. Elaborate on: (2 x 20 = 40)
 1. Define Fibers, classify with examples and write a detailed account on plant fibers
 used in surgical dressing and related products.
 2. Define and classify proteins, write a note on chemistry, method of extraction, method
 of analysis of proteins, write a note on any one protein containing drug.
II. Write notes on: (10 x 6 = 60)
 1. Explain the general microscopical features of leaf drug with a neat labeled
 microscopical diagram of the characteristic features.
 2. Write a note on natural pesticides with examples and give details about any one
 natural pesticides.
 3. Write a note on plant fibers used in surgical dressings.
 4. Enumerate the history and scope of Pharmacognosy.
 5. Write a short note on cell constitutes with their different functions.
 6. Explain about the chemotaxonomy with suitable examples.
 7. Compare & contrast volatile oils and fixed oils with examples.
 8. Write in detail about any two carbohydrate containing drugs.
 9. Write a note on chemistry of lipids, Explain any one lipid containing drug.
10. Explain the morphological and pharmacological classification of crude drugs with
 examples.
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Dr. MGR University OCTOBER 2013 Question Paper
Subject : PAPER III  PHARMACOGNOSY AND PHYTO PHARMACEUTICALS

[LD 809] Sub. Code: 3809
DOCTOR OF PHARMACY (PHARM. D) DEGREE EXAMINATION
SECOND YEAR
PAPER III – PHARMACOGNOSY AND PHYTO PHARMACEUTICALS
Q.P. Code: 383809
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 70 marks
 Answer All questions
I. Elaborate on: (2 x 20 = 40)
 1. Give a detailed account on various methods of cultivation, collection, processing of
 crude drugs.
 2. Define and classify carbohydrates with examples. Give details about any three
 carbohydrate containing drugs.
II. Write notes on: (10 x 3 = 30)
 1. Brief note on cell inclusions.
 2. Isapgol.
 3. Definition & scope of pharmacognosy.
 4. Method of analysis of proteins.
 5. Write a difference between volatile oil & fixed oil.
 6. Cotton.
 7. Powder microscopic characters of any one leaf drug.
 8. General chemical tests for alkaloids.
 9. Write a note on chemistry of lipids.
10. Define adulteration & mention the types of adulteration.
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Dr. MGR University APRIL 2014 Question Paper
Subject : PAPER III  PHARMACOGNOSY AND PHYTO PHARMACEUTICALS

[LE 809] Sub. Code: 3809
DOCTOR OF PHARMACY (PHARM. D) DEGREE EXAMINATION
SECOND YEAR
PAPER III – PHARMACOGNOSY AND PHYTO PHARMACEUTICALS
Q.P. Code: 383809
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 70 marks
 Answer All questions
I. Elaborate on: (2 x 20 = 40)
 1. What are volatile oils? How are these classified?
 Write their properties, methods of extraction and uses.
 2. Discuss the importance of microscopical studies for the evaluation of crude
 drugs with suitable examples and diagrams.
II. Write notes on: (10 x 3 = 30)
 1. Write a brief note on scope of Pharmacognosy.
 2. Discuss the methods of extraction of fixed oils.
 3. How are proteins detected by chemical test?
 4. Write the source, preparation and uses of absorbent cotton.
 5. What are adulterants? Mention few adulterants in the adulteration of crude drugs.
 6. Name few cell inclusions. Write the various types of calcium oxalate
 crystals occur in plant cell.
 7. Classify carbohydrates with suitable examples.
 8. What are the advantages and disadvantages of cultivation?
 9. Write a note on cell wall constituents.
10. Write the source, constituents and uses of any one fixed oil obtained from animal
 sources.
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Dr. MGR University OCTOBER 2014 Question Paper
Subject : PAPER III  PHARMACOGNOSY AND PHYTO PHARMACEUTICALS

[LF 809] Sub. Code: 3809
DOCTOR OF PHARMACY (PHARM. D) DEGREE EXAMINATION
(2009-2010 Regulation)
SECOND YEAR
PAPER III – PHARMACOGNOSY AND PHYTO PHARMACEUTICALS
Q.P. Code: 383809
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 70 marks
 Answer All questions
I. Elaborate on: (4 x 10 = 40)
 1. Describe the chemistry, extraction methods, and methods of analysis of proteins.
 Write a note on any one drug containing protein.
 2. Write the cultivation, collection, biological source, chemical constituents and
 adulterants of any two drugs from volatile oil.
 3. Definition, History and scope of Pharmacognosy.
 4. What are fibres? Write about plant fibres used in surgical dressings.
II. Write notes on: (6 x 5 = 30)
 1. Write the source, chemical constituents, uses of shark liver oil and castor oil.
 2. Plant growth regulators.
 3. Explain in detail about natural pesticides.
 4. Give the identification test for agar and tragacanth.
 5. Write the powder microscopical characteristics of any one bark drug.
 6. Write the morphological and chemical classification of crude drugs with examples.
*******

Dr. MGR University APRIL 2015 Question Paper
Subject : PAPER III  PHARMACOGNOSY AND PHYTO PHARMACEUTICALS

[LG 809] Sub. Code: 3809
DOCTOR OF PHARMACY (PHARM. D) DEGREE EXAMINATION
(2009-2010 Regulation)
SECOND YEAR
PAPER III – PHARMACOGNOSY AND PHYTO PHARMACEUTICALS
Q.P. Code: 383809
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 70 marks
 Answer All questions
I. Elaborate on: (4 x 10 = 40)
 1. Define lipids. Write a note on chemistry, method of analysis of lipids.
 2. Discuss the different methods of cultivation used for propagating medicinal plants.
 3. Describe the microscopical characters, chemical constituents, chemical tests and
 uses of any one crude drug from carbohydrates.
 4. Explain the different methods of adulteration of crude drugs.
II. Write notes on: (6 x 5 = 30)
 1. Write the classification of volatile oil with example and explain any one drug.
 2. Write a note on study of cell wall constituents.
 3. Explain powder microscopical study of any two leaf drugs.
 4. Discuss the method of preparation of starch from different sources.
 5. Brief note on Absorbent cotton.
 6. Write an account of storage condition of crude drugs.
*******

Dr. MGR University OCTOBER 2015 Question Paper
Subject : PAPER III  PHARMACOGNOSY AND PHYTO PHARMACEUTICALS

[LH 809] Sub. Code: 3809
PHARM. D DEGREE EXAMINATION
(2009-2010 Regulation)
SECOND YEAR
PAPER III – PHARMACOGNOSY AND PHYTOPHARMACEUTICALS
Q.P. Code : 383809
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 70 marks
Answer ALL questions
I. Elaborate on : (4 x 10 = 40)
 1. How will you evaluate the adulteration by macroscopically, microscopically and
 physically?
 2. Write the factors affecting the cultivation of crude drugs.
 3. Write the difference between the Acacia and Tragacanth.
 4. Write notes on cell wall and cell inclusions.
II. Write notes on : (6 x 5 = 30)
 Write notes on the following:
 1. Honey.
 2. Gelatin.
 3. Hydrous wool fat.
 4. Insect flower.
 5. Systematic study of crude drugs.
 6. Any one anti-xeropthalmic oil.
******* 

Dr. MGR University 2010 to 2015 Question Papers PAPER II PHARMACEUTICAL MICROBIOLOGY

Dr. MGR University SEPTEMBER 2010 Question Paper
Subject : PAPER II – PHARMACEUTICAL MICROBIOLOGY 

[KX 808] Sub. Code: 3808
DOCTOR OF PHARMACY (PHARM. D) DEGREE EXAMINATION
(Regulations 2008-2009 )
(Candidates admitted from 2008-2009 onwards)
SECOND YEAR
PAPER II – PHARMACEUTICAL MICROBIOLOGY
Q.P. Code: 383808
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 70 marks
Answer ALL questions
I. Elaborate on: (2 x 20 = 40)
 1. Define Disinfection. Classify Disinfectants.
 Write in detail about evaluation of disinfectants.
 2. Write the different types of Media. Differentiate bacteria and fungi.
 Write the different methods of identification of bacteria.
II. Write notes on: (6 x 5 = 30)
 1. Sterility Testing.
 2. Types of Immunity.
 3. Dry Heat Sterilization.
 4. Antigen – Antibody Reaction.
 5. Nutritional Requirement of Bacteria.
 6. Name different Blot techniques and explain Western Blot.
*******

Dr. MGR University MAY 2011 Question Paper
Subject : PAPER II – PHARMACEUTICAL MICROBIOLOGY 

[KY 808] Sub. Code: 3808
DOCTOR OF PHARMACY (PHARM. D) DEGREE EXAMINATION
(Regulations 2008-2009 )
(Candidates admitted from 2008-2009 onwards)
SECOND YEAR
PAPER II – PHARMACEUTICAL MICROBIOLOGY
Q.P. Code: 383808
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 70 marks
Answer ALL questions
I. Elaborate on: (2 x 20 = 40)
 1. Discuss the factors affecting bacterial growth.
 What are the various types of nutrient media?
 2. Define immunity and elaborate on different types of immunity.
 What are antigen antibody interactions and its importance?
II. Write notes on: (6 x 5 = 30)
 1. Modes of transmission, diagnosis and treatment of any two viral diseases.
 2. Classify different categories of disinfectants with examples and their uses.
 3. Microbiological assays.
 4. Principle involved in sterility testing.
 5. Morphology and identification of fungi.
 6. Differential staining.
*******

Dr. MGR University OCTOBER 2011 Question Paper
Subject : PAPER II – PHARMACEUTICAL MICROBIOLOGY 

[KZ 808] Sub. Code: 3808
DOCTOR OF PHARMACY (PHARM. D) DEGREE EXAMINATION
SECOND YEAR
PAPER II – PHARMACEUTICAL MICROBIOLOGY
Q.P. Code: 383808
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 100 marks
Answer ALL questions in the same order.
I. Elaborate on : Pages Time Marks
 (Max.) (Max.) (Max.)
1. Explain the structure, nutritional requirements and
 reproduction of Bacteria. 17 40 min. 20
 2. Define Sterilization.
 Discuss the different methods of sterilization with examples. 17 40 min. 20
 Add a note on validation.
II. Write notes on :
 1. Acquired Immunity. 4 10 min. 6
 2. Cultivation of virus. 4 10 min. 6
 3. Evaluation of Disinfectants. 4 10 min. 6
 4. Antigen-Antibody reactions. 4 10 min. 6
 5. ELISA test. 4 10 min. 6
 6. Microbiological assay of Vitamins. 4 10 min. 6
 7. Tuberculosis. 4 10 min. 6
 8. Hepatitis. 4 10 min. 6
 9. Standardization of vaccines. 4 10 min. 6
10. Immunization programme. 4 10 min. 6
 *******

Dr. MGR University APRIL 2012 Question Paper
Subject : PAPER II – PHARMACEUTICAL MICROBIOLOGY 

[LA 808] Sub. Code: 3808
DOCTOR OF PHARMACY (PHARM. D) DEGREE EXAMINATION
SECOND YEAR
PAPER II – PHARMACEUTICAL MICROBIOLOGY
Q.P. Code: 383808
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 100 marks
Answer ALL questions in the same order.
I. Elaborate on : Pages Time Marks
 (Max.) (Max.) (Max.)
 1. a) Outline the factors affecting the disinfectant action.
 b) Write in detail about Western blot techniques? 17 40 min. 20
 2. a) Elaborate on the microbial assay of riboflavin and
 cyanocobalamine.
 b) Write in brief about type of culture media 17 40 min. 20
II. Write notes on :
 1. Discuss the technique involved in Isolation of pure culture 4 10 min. 6
 2. Write on widal test and Mantaux test 4 10 min. 6
 3. Classify the various process under moist heat sterilization 4 10 min. 6
 4. Reproduction of bacteria 4 10 min. 6
 5. What you know about HEPA filter 4 10 min. 6
 6. Write the principle and procedure of gram staining technique 4 10 min. 6
 7. Differentiate between exotoxin and endotoxin 4 10 min. 6
 8. Outline the immunization chart 4 10 min. 6
 9. Write on aerobic and anaerobic fungi 4 10 min. 6
10. Discuss about carbon source and energy source. 4 10 min. 6
 *******

Dr. MGR University OCTOBER 2012 Question Paper
Subject : PAPER II – PHARMACEUTICAL MICROBIOLOGY 

[LB 808] Sub. Code: 3808
DOCTOR OF PHARMACY (PHARM. D) DEGREE EXAMINATION
SECOND YEAR
PAPER II – PHARMACEUTICAL MICROBIOLOGY
Q.P. Code: 383808
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 100 marks
Answer ALL questions in the same order.
I. Elaborate on : Pages Time Marks
 (Max.) (Max.) (Max.)
1. a). Define Immunity.
 Explain the classifications of immunity with examples. 17 40 min. 20
 b) Microbiological assay of antibiotics.
 2. a) Describe the sterility testing for different Pharmaceutical
 preparations. 17 40 min. 20
 b) Counting of Bacteria.
II. Write notes on:
 1. Reproduction of Fungi. 4 10 min. 6
 2. Isolation of Bacteria. 4 10 min. 6
 3. Evaluation of preservatives in Pharmaceutical preparations. 4 10 min. 6
 4. Structure and Types of Antigen. 4 10 min. 6
 5. PCR. 4 10 min. 6
 6. Mantoux Test. 4 10 min. 6
 7. Microbiological assay of Vitamin B12. 4 10 min. 6
 8. Malaria. 4 10 min. 6
 9. Hepatitis. 4 10 min. 6
10. Multiplication of Viruses. 4 10 min. 6
 *******

Dr. MGR University APRIL 2013 Question Paper
Subject : PAPER II – PHARMACEUTICAL MICROBIOLOGY 

[LC 808] Sub. Code: 3808
DOCTOR OF PHARMACY (PHARM. D) DEGREE EXAMINATION
(2009-2010 Regulation)
SECOND YEAR
 PAPER II – PHARMACEUTICAL MICROBIOLOGY
Q.P. Code: 383808
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 100 marks
 Answer All questions
I. Elaborate on: (2 x 20 = 40)
 1. a) Explain different type of ELISA and its importance.
 b) How will you separate macromolecules (DNA, RNA) by Agarose gel
 electrophoresis method?
 2. Write detail about symptom and treatment of following diseases:
 i) Malaria
 ii) Tuberculosis
 iii) Cholera
 iv) Hepatitis.
II. Write notes on: (10 x 6 = 60)
 1. Preparation of Alum precipitated toxoids.
 2. Differentiate active and passive immunity.
 3. Write on Viable counting methods.
 4. Write differential media with examples.
 5. Define validation and explain its importance.
 6. Give brief account on Toxin neutralization test.
 7. Specify the Function of T cells and B cells.
 8. Write on gaseous sterilization method.
 9. Antigen antibody interactions.
10. How will you carryout test for Sterility?
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Dr. MGR University OCTOBER 2013 Question Paper
Subject : PAPER II – PHARMACEUTICAL MICROBIOLOGY 

[LD 808] Sub. Code: 3808
DOCTOR OF PHARMACY (PHARM. D) DEGREE EXAMINATION
SECOND YEAR
PAPER II – PHARMACEUTICAL MICROBIOLOGY
Q.P. Code: 383808
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 70 marks
 Answer All questions
I. Elaborate on: (2 x 20 = 40)
 1. Write on Bacteriostatic and bactericidal evaluation of disinfectant.
 2. Elaborate study about growth and reproduction of bacteria.
II. Write notes on: (10 x 3 = 30)
 1. Brief notes on widal test.
 2. Define immunity and explain naturally acquired active and passive immunity with
 examples.
 3. Outline about gradient plate techniques.
 4. Brief notes on total counting method.
 5. Differentiate vaccine and sera.
 6. Give a brief account of Polymer chain reaction.
 7. How will you Preserve the culture by soil and nitrogen gas method.
 8. Explain Selective media with example.
 9. Expand HAT media and its function.
10. Outline about phagocytosis.
*******

Dr. MGR University APRIL 2014 Question Paper
Subject : PAPER II – PHARMACEUTICAL MICROBIOLOGY 

[LE 808] Sub. Code: 3808
DOCTOR OF PHARMACY (PHARM. D) DEGREE EXAMINATION
SECOND YEAR
PAPER II – PHARMACEUTICAL MICROBIOLOGY
Q.P. Code: 383808
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 70 marks
 Answer All questions
I. Elaborate on: (2 x 20 = 40)
 1. a) Classify Microbes with examples.
 Explain in detail about the morphology of Bacteria. (10)
 b) Give the different methods of isolation and identification of bacteria
 with special emphasis to Gram’s Staining technique. (10)
 2. Study of infectious diseases
 a) Meningitis.
 b) Syphilis.
 c) Gonorrhea and HIV.
II. Write notes on: (10 x 3 = 30)
 1. Procedure and report of Shick’s Test.
 2. Define and differentiate Exotoxin and Endotoxin.
 3. Enriched media.
 4. Maintenance of cultures in laboratory.
 5. Rickettsiae with examples.
 6. Validation of Autoclave.
 7. Explain Pasteurization.
 8. Method of counting bacteria by membrane filtration technique.
 9. Redial Walker Coefficient Test.
10. Importance of booster dose.
*******

Dr. MGR University OCTOBER 2014 Question Paper
Subject : PAPER II – PHARMACEUTICAL MICROBIOLOGY 

[LF 808] Sub. Code: 3808
DOCTOR OF PHARMACY (PHARM. D) DEGREE EXAMINATION
(2009-2010 Regulation)
SECOND YEAR
PAPER II – PHARMACEUTICAL MICROBIOLOGY
Q.P. Code: 383808
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 70 marks
 Answer All questions
I. Elaborate on: (4 x 10 = 40)
 1. Explain the use of hot air oven and autoclave to control microorganisms.
 2. Classify immunity and describe active immunity with example
 3. Explain IMViC test in detail.
 4. Elaborate on the structure of bacterial cell wall with a note on peptidoglycan synthesis.
II. Write notes on: (6 x 5 = 30)
 1. Discuss the life cycle of malarial parasite. Write a note on laboratory diagnosis.
 2. Describe bacterial conjugation
 3. Define dye and explain different types of dyes with suitable example.
 4. Define medium. What is the role of peptone, NaCl and agar in the medium?
 5. Classify fungi, with a note on economic importance of fungi.
 6. Describe the various Antigen- Antibody reactions in detail.
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Dr. MGR University APRIL 2015 Question Paper
Subject : PAPER II – PHARMACEUTICAL MICROBIOLOGY 

[LG 808] Sub. Code: 3808
DOCTOR OF PHARMACY (PHARM. D) DEGREE EXAMINATION
(2009-2010 Regulation)
SECOND YEAR
PAPER II – PHARMACEUTICAL MICROBIOLOGY
Q.P. Code: 383808
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 70 marks
 Answer All questions
I. Elaborate on: (4 x 10 = 40)
 1. Explain about the Isolation and Reproduction of Bacteria.
 2. Define Sterilization and describe about the sterilization by heat and chemicals.
 3. Classify Disinfectants and discuss in detail about the Evaluation of Disinfectants.
 4. Microbiological assay of Antibiotics.
II. Write notes on: (6 x 5 = 30)
 1. Maintenance of Lab cultures.
 2. Cultivation of Virus.
 3. Types of Immunity.
 4. Immunization programme.
 5. Western Blot test.
 6. Syphilis and Gonorrhea.
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Dr. MGR University OCTOBER 2015 Question Paper
Subject : PAPER II – PHARMACEUTICAL MICROBIOLOGY 

[LH 808] Sub. Code: 3808
PHARM. D DEGREE EXAMINATION
(2009-2010 Regulation)
FIRST YEAR
PAPER II – PHARMACEUTICAL MICROBIOLOGY
Q.P. Code : 383808
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 70 marks
Answer ALL questions
I. Elaborate on : (4 x 10 = 40)
 1. Define validation and explain the validation process.
 2. Write in detail about asexual reproduction of bacteria and explain growth and
 cultivation of bacteria.
 3. Explain the various type of counting method.
 4. Discuss about factors affecting disinfecting agent.
II. Write notes on : (6 x 5 = 30)
 1. What is stain? Explain Acid fast staining.
 2. Comment on carbon, nitrogen and energy requirement of bacteria.
 3. Explain isolation of bacteria by pour plate technique and spread plate technique.
 4. What is filtration? Explain any two filters used for sterilization.
 5. Write a note on differences between Gram positive and Gram negative cell wall.
 6. Explain the process of B – cell maturation, activation and differentiation.
******* 

PAPER I PATHOPHYSIOLOGY 2010 to 2015 Question Papers Dr. MGR University

Dr. MGR University  SEPTEMBER 2010 Question Paper
Subject : PAPER I – PATHOPHYSIOLOGY

[KX 807] Sub. Code: 3807
DOCTOR OF PHARMACY (PHARM. D) DEGREE EXAMINATION
(Regulations 2008-2009 )
(Candidates admitted from 2008-2009 onwards)
SECOND YEAR
PAPER I – PATHOPHYSIOLOGY
Q.P. Code: 383807
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 70 marks
Answer ALL questions
I. Elaborate on: (2 x 20 = 40)
 1. Define Cell Injury. Explain its Etiology and Pathogenesis.
 2. Discuss the pathophysiology of i) Atherosclerosis ii) Renal failure.
II. Write notes on: (6 x 5 = 30)
 1. Give the mechanism of wound healing.
 2. What is metastasis? List out the differences of benign and malignant tumours.
 3. Give the Etiology of diabetes. Discuss the diabetic related complications.
 4. Write a brief note on alcoholic liver disease.
 5. Explain the Pathophysiology of Stroke.
 6. Give the etiology and causes of Edema.
*******

Dr. MGR University  OCTOBER 2011 Question Paper
Subject : PAPER I – PATHOPHYSIOLOGY

[KZ 807] Sub. Code: 3807
DOCTOR OF PHARMACY (PHARM. D) DEGREE EXAMINATION
SECOND YEAR
PAPER I – PATHOPHYSIOLOGY
Q.P. Code: 383807
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 100 marks
Answer ALL questions in the same order.
I. Elaborate on : Pages Time Marks
 (Max.) (Max.) (Max.)
 1. Define Cell injury. Explain the pathogenesis of cell injury.
 Add a note on various cellular adaptations. 17 40 min. 20
 2. Explain the etiology and pathogenesis of Cancer.
 List out the differences between benign and malignant cancer. 17 40 min. 20
II. Write notes on :
 1. Explain the factors that influence the healing of wounds. 4 10 min. 6
 2. Explain briefly the pathogenesis and mode of
 transmission of AIDS. 4 10 min. 6
 3. Discuss the pathogenesis of Parkinsonism. 4 10 min. 6
 4. Write a brief note on Protein Calorie Malnutrition. 4 10 min. 6
 5. Complications of Diabetes Mellitus. 4 10 min. 6
 6. Discuss the cause, mode of spread and pathogenesis of Leprosy. 4 10 min. 6
 7. Discuss the biological effects of radiation. 4 10 min. 6
 8. Write a brief note on Pneumonia. 4 10 min. 6
 9. Discuss the pathogenesis of Acute Renal Failure. 4 10 min. 6
10. Explain the mechanism of autoimmunity. 4 10 min. 6
 *******

Dr. MGR University APRIL 2012 Question Paper
Subject : PAPER I – PATHOPHYSIOLOGY

[LA 807] Sub. Code: 3807
DOCTOR OF PHARMACY (PHARM. D) DEGREE EXAMINATION
SECOND YEAR
PAPER I – PATHOPHYSIOLOGY
Q.P. Code: 383807
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 100 marks
Answer ALL questions in the same order.
I. Elaborate on : Pages Time Marks
 Max.) (Max.) (Max.)
 1. Explain the process of repair of wounds in the skin.
 Mention the factors that influence the healing of wounds. 17 40 min. 20
 2. Define hypersensitivity. List out the types of hypersensitivity.
 Discuss any two types in detail. 17 40 min. 20
II. Write notes on :
 1. Classify autoimmune diseases and discuss the criteria
 for autoimmunity. 4 10 min. 6
 2. Discuss the pathogenesis of Schizophrenia. 4 10 min. 6
 3. Explain the process of Apoptosis. 4 10 min. 6
 4. Discuss the classification of Tumors. 4 10 min. 6
 5. Explain the pathogenesis of Hypertension. 4 10 min. 6
 6. Write a brief note on Malaria. 4 10 min. 6
 7. Discuss the pathogenesis of type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. 4 10 min. 6
 8. Discuss the various stages of Shock. 4 10 min. 6
 9. Discuss the pathogenesis of Obesity. 4 10 min. 6
10. Write a note on food allergy. 4 10 min. 6
 *******

Dr. MGR University  OCTOBER 2012 Question Paper
Subject : PAPER I – PATHOPHYSIOLOGY

[LB 807] Sub. Code: 3807
DOCTOR OF PHARMACY (PHARM. D) DEGREE EXAMINATION
SECOND YEAR
PAPER I – PATHOPHYSIOLOGY
Q.P. Code: 383807
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 100 marks
Answer ALL questions in the same order.
I. Elaborate on : Pages Time Marks
 (Max.) (Max.) (Max.)
 1. Define acute inflammation.
 Explain the pathogenesis of acute inflammation. 17 40 min. 20
 Add a note on the chemical mediators of inflammation.
 2. Discuss the pathogenesis, symptoms and associated
 complications of Diabetes. 17 40 min. 20
II. Write notes on :
 1. Define Cell injury. Discuss the causes of cell injury. 4 10 min. 6
 2. Discuss the pathophysiology of atherosclerosis. 4 10 min. 6
 3. Write a note on T and B lymphocytes. 4 10 min. 6
 4. Give the etiology of Peptic Ulcer.
 Discuss the pathogenesis of Peptic Ulcer. 4 10 min. 6
 5. Write a brief note on Alcoholic Liver Disease. 4 10 min. 6
 6. Discuss the etiology of Cancer. 4 10 min. 6
 7. Write a brief note on Urinary Tract Infections. 4 10 min. 6
 8. Pathogenesis of HIV infection. 4 10 min. 6
 9. Discuss the pathogenesis of Asthma. 4 10 min. 6
10. Discuss the pathogenesis of Ischemic Stroke. 4 10 min. 6
*******

Dr. MGR University APRIL 2013 Question Paper
Subject : PAPER I – PATHOPHYSIOLOGY

[LC 807] Sub. Code: 3807
DOCTOR OF PHARMACY (PHARM. D) DEGREE EXAMINATION
SECOND YEAR
 PAPER I – PATHOPHYSIOLOGY
Q.P. Code: 383807
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 100 marks
 Answer All questions
I. Elaborate on: (2 x 20 = 40)
 1. Discuss the pathophysiology of
 a) Hypertension.
 b) Atherosclerosis.
 2. Write a note on the following:
 a) Protein Calorie Malnutrition.
 b) Pathophysiology of Diabetes Mellitus.
II. Write notes on: (10 x 6 = 60)
 1. Write a note on Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS).
 2. Explain the Etiology and Pathogenesis of cancer.
 3. Explain the factors that influence the healing of wounds.
 4. Discuss the pathophysiology of stroke.
 5. What is the metastasis? List out the differences of benign and malignant tumors.
 6. Discuss the biological effects of radiation.
 7. Write a brief note on vitamins.
 8. Write a brief note on alcoholic liver disease.
 9. Discuss the pathophysiology of Asthma and Chronic obstructive airway diseases.
10. Discuss the cause, mode of spread and pathogenesis of Tuberculosis.
*******

Dr. MGR University OCTOBER 2013 Question Paper
Subject : PAPER I – PATHOPHYSIOLOGY

[LD 807] Sub. Code: 3807
DOCTOR OF PHARMACY (PHARM. D) DEGREE EXAMINATION
SECOND YEAR
PAPER I – PATHOPHYSIOLOGY
Q.P. Code: 383807
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 70 marks
 Answer All questions
I. Elaborate on: (2 x 20 = 40)
 1. a) Define Malaria. Explain in detail the life cycle of malaria.
 b) Causes, clinical manifestation and pathogenesis of typhoid.
 2. a) What is Hepatitis? Discuss in detail the types of hepatitis.
 b) Pathogenesis of ulcerative colitis.
II. Write notes on: (10 x 3 = 30)
 1. Pathogenesis of peptic ulcer.
 2. Mechanism of parkinsonism.
 3. Types of stroke and its pathophysiology.
 4. Define congestive cardiac failure and add a note on its pathophysiology.
 5. Mechanism and stages of shock.
 6. Differentiate benign and malignant tumor.
 7. Pathophysiology of chronic renal failure.
 8. Pathogenesis of Chronic obstructive airway disease.
 9. Pathophysiology of Asthma.
10. Biological effects of radiations.
*******

Dr. MGR University APRIL 2014 Question Paper
Subject : PAPER I – PATHOPHYSIOLOGY

[LE 807] Sub. Code: 3807
DOCTOR OF PHARMACY (PHARM. D) DEGREE EXAMINATION
SECOND YEAR
PAPER I – PATHOPHYSIOLOGY
Q.P. Code: 383807
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 70 marks
 Answer All questions
I. Elaborate on: (2 x 20 = 40)
 1. a) Write brief notes of pathogenesis of cancer and elucidate the difference between
 benign and malignant tumor.
 b) Explain about spread of malignant tumor and factors influencing cancer.
 2. Define the term auto immunity and explain the mechanism of Autoimmunity.
 Classify autoimmune disease and explain in detail about pathophysiology of any three
 auto immune disease.
II. Write notes on: (10 x 3 = 30)
 1. Define hypersensitivity. List out the types of hypersensitivity.
 Discuss any two types in detail.
 2. Mechanism of auto immunity and organ rejection.
 3. Write a brief note on Urinary Tract Infections.
 4. Explain about the process involved chronic inflammation.
 5. Peptic ulcer disease.
 6. Write short notes on causes and pathogenesis of cell injury.
 7. Pathophysiology of Parkinson’s disease.
 8. Discuss brief notes on pathophysiology of tuberculosis.
 9. Classify tumor and write brief notes on each.
10. Pathophysiology of amyloid deposition with disease model.
*******

Dr. MGR University  OCTOBER 2014 Question Paper
Subject : PAPER I – PATHOPHYSIOLOGY

[LF 807] Sub. Code: 3807
DOCTOR OF PHARMACY (PHARM. D) DEGREE EXAMINATION
(2009-2010 Regulation)
SECOND YEAR
PAPER I – PATHOPHYSIOLOGY
Q.P. Code: 383807
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 70 marks
 Answer All questions
I. Elaborate on: (4 x 10 = 40)
 1. Define and discuss about pathogenesis of cell injury.
 2. Enumerate on various types of hypersensitivity reactions.
 3. Detail about pathophysiology of Atherosclerosis.
 4. Give note on repair of wound with factors influencing wound healing.
II. Write notes on: (6 x 5 = 30)
 1. Mention about classification of tumors.
 2. Note on pathogenesis of Starvation.
 3. Write about etiology of Cirrhosis.
 4. Explain about Schizophrenia.
 5. Write brief note on Syphilis.
 6. Pathophysiology of Hypertension.
*******

Dr. MGR University APRIL 2015 Question Paper
Subject : PAPER I – PATHOPHYSIOLOGY

[LG 807] Sub. Code: 3807
DOCTOR OF PHARMACY (PHARM. D) DEGREE EXAMINATION
(2009-2010 Regulation)
SECOND YEAR
PAPER I – PATHOPHYSIOLOGY
Q.P. Code: 383807
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 70 marks
 Answer All questions
I. Elaborate on: (4 x 10 = 40)
 1. Discuss on chemical mediators of inflammation.
 2. Detail about criteria and classification of autoimmune disease in man.
 3. Explain the etiology and pathogenesis of cancer.
 4. Write a note on pathophysiology of Acute Renal Failure.
II. Write notes on: (6 x 5 = 30)
 1. Explain biological effects of Radiation.
 2. Pathogenesis of Tuberculosis.
 3. Write about etiology of Asthma.
 4. Pathophysiology of Ischemic Stroke.
 5. Discuss about nutritional diseases.
 6. Differentiate between duodenal ulcer and gastric ulcer.
*******

Dr. MGR University OCTOBER 2015 Question Paper
Subject : PAPER I – PATHOPHYSIOLOGY

[LH 807] Sub. Code: 3807
PHARM. D DEGREE EXAMINATION
(2009-2010 Regulation)
SECOND YEAR
PAPER I – PATHOPHYSIOLOGY
Q.P. Code : 383807
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 70 marks
Answer ALL questions
I. Elaborate on : (4 x 10 = 40)
 1. Explain briefly about etiology and Pathogenesis of chronic renal failure.
 2. Pathophysiology of peptic ulcer.
 3. What is Hepatitis? Discuss in detail the types of hepatitis.
 4. Enumerate on types of shock with their stages and mechanism.
II. Write notes on : (6 x 5 = 30)
 1. Explain briefly the pathogenesis and mode of transmission of AIDS.
 2. Protein calorie malnutrition.
 3. Patterns of spread of tumors.
 4. Note on Amyloidosis.
 5. Pathogenesis of leprosy.
 6. Define congestive cardiac failure and its types.
******* 

01 CARDIO VASCULAR AND THORACIC NURSING Dr. MGR University 2010 to 2015 Question Papers

Dr. MGR University MARCH 2010 Question Paper
Subject : 01 – CARDIO VASCULAR AND THORACIC NURSING

[KW 426] Sub. Code: 2332
M.Sc. (NURSING) DEGREE EXAMINATION
SECOND YEAR
(Regulations for candidates admitted from 2008-2009 Session onwards)
BRANCH I – MEDICAL SURGICAL NURSING
01 – CARDIO VASCULAR AND THORACIC NURSING
PAPER III – CLINICAL SPECIALITY – II
Q.P. Code: 302332
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 75 marks
Answer ALL questions
I. Elaborate on: (2 x 20 = 40)
1. a) Illustrate common form of congenital heart diseases and the management. (10)
b) Detail on collaborative management of valvular heart diseases. (10)
2. a) Explain the different types of aneurysms. (10)
b) Draw a nursing care plan of a patient following aortic aneurysm repair. (10)
II. Write notes on: (7 x 5 = 35)
1. Health education of patient with permanent pacemaker.
2. Various methods of oxygen administration and nursing consideration.
3. Nursing care of patient with intercostal drainage.
4. Pulmonary rehabilitation.
5. Mobile coronary care unit.
6. Post operative nursing care after coronary artery bypass graft.
7. Post resuscitation care.
*******

Dr. MGR University SEPTEMBER 2010 Question Paper
Subject : 01 – CARDIO VASCULAR AND THORACIC NURSING

[KX 426] Sub. Code: 2332
M.Sc. (NURSING) DEGREE EXAMINATION
SECOND YEAR
(Regulations for candidates admitted from 2008-2009 Session onwards)
BRANCH I – MEDICAL SURGICAL NURSING
01 – CARDIO VASCULAR AND THORACIC NURSING
PAPER III – CLINICAL SPECIALITY – II
Q.P. Code: 302332
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 75 marks
Answer ALL questions
I. Elaborate on: (2 x 20 = 40)
 1. a) Elaborate on haemodynamic alterations in Tetralogy of Fallot’s.
 b) Formulate five priority nursing diagnoses for the first 48 hours following
 coronary artery bypass grafting.
 2. a) Illustrate on various types of cardio myopathies.
 b) Enlist the indications and contraindications of cardiac transplantation.
 c) Explain the respiratory and cardiac complications and the preventive measures
 following open heart surgery.
II. Write notes on: (7 x 5 = 35)
 1. Drugs used in advanced cardiac life support.
 2. Cardiac rehabilitation.
 3. Nursing care of patient after right pneumonectomy.
 4. Hemodynamic monitoring.
 5. Recent advancement in cardio thoracic surgeries.
 6. Nurse’s role in management of Intensive cardiac care unit.
 7. Complementary / Alternative therapies.
*******

Dr. MGR University MAY 2011 Question Paper
Subject : 01 – CARDIO VASCULAR AND THORACIC NURSING

[KY 426] Sub. Code: 2332
M.Sc. (NURSING) DEGREE EXAMINATION
SECOND YEAR
(Regulations for candidates admitted from 2008-2009 Session onwards)
BRANCH I – MEDICAL SURGICAL NURSING
01 – CARDIO VASCULAR AND THORACIC NURSING
PAPER III – CLINICAL SPECIALITY – II
Q.P. Code: 302332
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 100 marks
Answer ALL questions
I. Elaborate on: (2 x 20 = 40)
 1. Mr. X, aged 65 years is admitted with complaints of Orthopnea and Pedal oedema
 in ICCU and is diagnosed to have Cardiomyopathy.
 a) Differentiate the types of Cardiomyopathy.
 b) Discuss the diagnostic investigation to find out Cardiomyopathy.
 c) Draw a nursing care plan to provide care for Mr. X, when he is subjected to
 heart transplantation.
 2. a) Explain the pathophysiology of Adult Respiratory Distress Syndrome.
 b) Describe the alternative modes of ventilation.
 c) Elaborate the nursing management of a client on mechanical ventilation.
II. Write notes on: (10 x 6 = 60)
 1. Defibrillation.
 2. Collaborative management of pulmonary Embolism.
 3. Percutaneous coronary intervention.
 4. Congenital cyanotic heart disease.
 5. Nursing management of patient with thoracic surgery.
 6. Pathophysiology of congestive cardiac failure.
 7. Nurses role in the management of intensive coronary care unit or intensive cardio
 thoracic unit.
 8. Pleural drainage.
 9. Mechanical ventilator.
10. Bronchodilators.
*******

Dr. MGR University OCTOBER 2011 Question Paper
Subject : 01 – CARDIO VASCULAR AND THORACIC NURSING

[KZ 426] Sub. Code: 2332
M.Sc. (NURSING) DEGREE EXAMINATION
SECOND YEAR
(Regulations for candidates admitted from 2008-2009 Session onwards)
BRANCH I – MEDICAL SURGICAL NURSING
01 – CARDIO VASCULAR AND THORACIC NURSING
PAPER III – CLINICAL SPECIALITY – II
Q.P. Code: 302332
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 100 marks
Answer ALL questions in the same order.
I. Elaborate on : Pages Time Marks
 (Max.) (Max.) (Max.)
 1. Mrs. Kamal, a 60 years old is admitted in ICU with 15 40 min. 20
 diagnosis of Mitral Valve Prolapse.
 a) Write the pathophysiology, clinical manifestations
 and diagnostic evaluation with rationale.
 b) Describe valvular heart disease leading to
 development of right ventricular failure.
 c) Explain the surgical management for advanced
 stages of mitral valve prolapse with post-operative care.
 2. Mr. Rajan, a 65 years old man was admitted with 15 40 min. 20
 a diagnosis of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease.
 a) Define Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
 and discuss ineffective airway clearance.
 b) Explain the pathophysiology and complications
 of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
 c) Plan nursing care on four priority health care
 problems using nursing process approach.
II. Write notes on :
 1. ECG changes associated with acute coronary syndrome
 with diagram. 3 10 min. 6
 2. Pace-maker. 3 10 min. 6
 3. Pulmonary function studies. 3 10 min. 6
 4. Flail chest. 3 10 min. 6
 5. Tetrology of Fallot. 3 10 min. 6
 6. Cardio pulmonary resuscitation. 3 10 min. 6
 7. Normal ABC values and management of respiratory Alkalosis. 3 10 min. 6
 8. Arrhythmias Caused by electrolyte imbalance. 3 10 min. 6
 9. Functional changes in myocardial infarction. 3 10 min. 6
10. Types and management of Aortic Aneurysm. 3 10 min. 6
*******

Dr. MGR University MAY 2012 Question Paper
Subject : 01 – CARDIO VASCULAR AND THORACIC NURSING

[LA 426] Sub. Code: 2332
M.Sc. (NURSING) DEGREE EXAMINATION
SECOND YEAR
(Regulations for candidates admitted from 2008-2009 Session onwards)
BRANCH I – MEDICAL SURGICAL NURSING
01 – CARDIO VASCULAR AND THORACIC NURSING
PAPER III – CLINICAL SPECIALITY – II
Q.P. Code: 302332
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 100 marks
Answer ALL questions in the same order.
I. Elaborate on : Pages Time Marks
 (Max.) (Max.) (Max.)
 1. a) List out the causes of Endocarditis. 15 40 min. 20
 b) Mention the risk factors for Infective Endocarditis.
 c) Explain the management of Infective Endocarditis
 in detail including its preventive measures.
 2. a) What is Aneurysm? What are the etiological 15 40 min. 20
 classification of Arterial Aneurysm?
 b) How will you provide Quality care for the first
 48 hours after repairing an Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm.
II. Write notes on :
 1. Cardiac cycle. 4 10 min. 6
 2. Mechanical ventilation. 4 10 min. 6
 3. Arterial blood gas analysis. 4 10 min. 6
 4. CPR. 4 10 min. 6
 5. Nursing Audit. 4 10 min. 6
 6. Angiogram. 4 10 min. 6
 7. Cardiac rehabilitation. 4 10 min. 6
 8. Pulmonary Function Test. 4 10 min. 6
 9. ECG changes associated with acute coronary syndrome with
 diagram. 4 10 min. 6
10. Heart transplantation. 4 10 min. 6
*******

Dr. MGR University NOVEMBER 2012 Question Paper
Subject : 01 – CARDIO VASCULAR AND THORACIC NURSING

[LB 426] Sub. Code: 2332
M.Sc. (NURSING) DEGREE EXAMINATION
SECOND YEAR
(Regulations for candidates admitted from 2008-2009 Session onwards)
BRANCH I – MEDICAL SURGICAL NURSING
01 – CARDIO VASCULAR AND THORACIC NURSING
PAPER III – CLINICAL SPECIALITY – II
Q.P. Code: 302332
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 100 marks
Answer ALL questions in the same order.
I. Elaborate on : Pages Time Marks
 (Max.) (Max.) (Max.)
 1. Mrs. Devi, a 55 years old woman is admitted in the Respiratory 17 40 min. 20
 Intensive Care Unit with the diagnosis of acute asthma:
 a) Explain triggers of asthmatic attacks.
 b) Discuss the pathophysiology with classifications.
 c) Correlate clinical manifestations with arterial
 blood gas results with an acute asthmatic attack.
 d) Patient teaching related to drug therapy.
 2. You are posted in the Cardiac Emergency Unit, answer the 17 40 min. 20
 following questions:
 a) List down Cardiac Emergencies.
 b) Discuss on dysrhythmias and their managements.
 c) Describe the role of nurse in Cardiac Emergencies.
II. Write notes on:
 1. Echo Cardiography. 4 10 min. 6
 2. Video assisted thoracic surgery. 4 10 min. 6
 3. Defibrillation. 4 10 min. 6
 4. Pulmonary edema. 4 10 min. 6
 5. Haemodynamic monitoring. 4 10 min. 6
 6. Mechanical Ventilator. 4 10 min. 6
 7. Inotropic agents. 4 10 min. 6
 8. Percutaneous Coronary Intervention. 4 10 min. 6
 9. Management of cardiogenic shock. 4 10 min. 6
10. Pathology of Eisenmenger complex. 4 10 min. 6
 *******

Dr. MGR University APRIL 2013 Question Paper
Subject : 01 – CARDIO VASCULAR AND THORACIC NURSING

[LC 426] Sub. Code: 2332
M.Sc. (NURSING) DEGREE EXAMINATION
SECOND YEAR
(Regulations for candidates admitted from 2011-2012 Session onwards)
BRANCH I – MEDICAL SURGICAL NURSING
01 – CARDIO VASCULAR AND THORACIC NURSING
PAPER III – CLINICAL SPECIALITY – II
Q.P. Code: 302332
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 100 marks
 Answer All questions
I. Elaborate on: (2 x 20 = 40)
 1. a) Define respiratory failure and its types.
 b) Chart the pathophysiology of respiratory failure.
 c) Discuss the emergency management and nursing care of client with acute
 respiratory failure.
 2. a) Classify the valvular disorders and discuss the management modalities in detail.
 b) Elaborate the nurses role in rehabilitation of client following valvular surgery.
II. Write notes on: (10 x 6 = 60)
 1. Raynauds phenomenon.
 2. Defibrillation.
 3. Post cardiac catheterization care.
 4. Recent trends in cardiovascular and thoracic surgery.
 5. Pulmonary function tests.
 6. Acute care of client with myocardial infarction.
 7. Coarctation of aorta.
 8. Role and responsibility of the nurse related to administration of diuretics and
 anticoagulants.
 9. Any 6 post cardiac surgery complications and its preventive measures.
10. Nurses role in infection control in coronary care unit.
*******

Dr. MGR University OCTOBER 2013 Question Paper
Subject : 01 – CARDIO VASCULAR AND THORACIC NURSING

[LD 426] Sub. Code: 2332
M.Sc. (NURSING) DEGREE EXAMINATION
SECOND YEAR
(Regulations for candidates admitted from 2011-2012 Session onwards)
BRANCH I – MEDICAL SURGICAL NURSING
01 – CARDIO VASCULAR AND THORACIC NURSING
PAPER III – CLINICAL SPECIALITY – II
Q.P. Code: 302332
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 100 marks
 Answer All questions
I. Elaborate on: (2 x 20 = 40)
 1. a) What is mechanical ventilation?
 b) Describe the different modes of ventilation
 c) Explain the role of the nurse to follow the principles of ventilation to prevent its
 complications
 2. Mrs. Selvi, 36 years old is admitted with the diagnosis of myocardial infarction
 a) Define Myocardial Infarction
 b) Enumerate the pathophysiology and clinical manifestations of myocardial infarction.
 c) Explain the management of Mrs. Selvi for the first 48 hours
II. Write notes on: (10 x 6 = 60)
 1. Cardiac Catheterization.
 2. Ebstein’s anomaly.
 3. Embryological development of heart.
 4. Burn out syndrome.
 5. Arrhythmias.
 6. Electrocardiography.
 7. Chest physiotherapy.
 8. Cor Pulmonale.
 9. Trends and issues in the field of cardiology.
10. Pulmonary embolism.
*******

Dr. MGR University APRIL 2014 Question Paper
Subject : 01 – CARDIO VASCULAR AND THORACIC NURSING

[LE 426] Sub. Code: 2332
M.Sc. (NURSING) DEGREE EXAMINATION
SECOND YEAR
(Regulations for candidates admitted from 2011-2012 Session onwards)
BRANCH I – MEDICAL SURGICAL NURSING
01 – CARDIO VASCULAR AND THORACIC NURSING
PAPER III – CLINICAL SPECIALITY – II
Q.P. Code: 302332
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 75 marks
 Answer All questions
I. Elaborate on: (2 x 20 = 40)
 1. a. Define Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).
 b. Discuss the pathophysiology and clinical manifestations of COPD.
 c. Discuss the nursing care plan for patient with COPD.
 2. a. Define congenital heart disease.
 b. Discuss the cyanotic and acyanotic heart diseases.
 c. Explain the nursing management of a patient with congenital heart disease.
II. Write notes on: (7 x 5 = 35)
 1. ABG Analysis.
 2. Management of patient with cardiogenic shock.
 3. Post-operative care after CABG.
 4. Mobile coronary care unit.
 5. Inotropic agents.
 6. Ethical and Legal Issues related to Cardiac Nursing.
 7. Heart Transplantation.
*******

Dr. MGR University OCTOBER 2014 Question Paper
Subject : 01 – CARDIO VASCULAR AND THORACIC NURSING

[LF 426] Sub. Code: 2332
M.Sc. (NURSING) DEGREE EXAMINATION
SECOND YEAR
(Regulations for candidates admitted from 2011-2012 Session onwards)
BRANCH I – MEDICAL SURGICAL NURSING
01 – CARDIO VASCULAR AND THORACIC NURSING
PAPER III – CLINICAL SPECIALITY – II
Q.P. Code: 302332
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 75 marks
 Answer All questions
I. Elaborate on: (2 x 20 = 40)
 1. Mr. ‘X’ 58 year old is admitted with the diagnosis of congestive heart failure (CHF).
 a) Explain the types and pathophysiology of congestive heart failure.
 b) Discuss the medical management for Mr. ‘X’.
 c) Prepare nursing care plan for Mr. ‘X’.
 2. a) Pulmonary edema.
 b) Pulmonary Rehabilitation.
 c) Advanced cardiac life support and nurses role.
II. Write notes on: (7 x 5 = 35)
 1. Hyperlipidemia.
 2. Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy.
 3. Antihypertensives.
 4. Cardiac markers.
 5. Care of patient with intercostal drainage.
 6. Septal defects.
 7. Types of Aneurysms.
*******

Dr. MGR University APRIL 2015 Question Paper
Subject : 01 – CARDIO VASCULAR AND THORACIC NURSING

[LG 426] Sub. Code: 2332
M.Sc. (NURSING) DEGREE EXAMINATION
SECOND YEAR
(Regulations for candidates admitted from 2011-2012 Session onwards)
BRANCH I – MEDICAL SURGICAL NURSING
01 – CARDIO VASCULAR AND THORACIC NURSING
PAPER III – CLINICAL SPECIALITY – II
Q.P. Code: 302332
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 75 marks
 Answer All questions
I. Elaborate on: (2 x 20 = 40)
 1. Mr. X, 45 years old is diagnosed to have pleural effusion and he is admitted
 for medical management.
 a. Explain the etiology and pathophysiology of pleural effusion.
 b. Discuss the medical management of Mr. X.
 c. Explain the nursing management for Mr. X.
 2. a. Define Hypertension
 b. Discuss the pathophysiology & clinical manifestations of a patient with
 Hypertension.
 c. Explain the medical management of a patient with Hypertension.
 d. Discuss the nursing management of a patient with Hypertension.
II. Write notes on: (7 x 5 = 35)
 1. Oxygen Delivery System.
 2. Tracheostomy Care.
 3. Care of a patient on Mechanical Ventilator.
 4. Aortic Aneurysm.
 5. Pulmonary Embolism.
 6. Cardiac Rehabilitation.
 7. Stress management in ICU.
*******

Dr. MGR University OCTOBER 2015 Question Paper
Subject : 01 – CARDIO VASCULAR AND THORACIC NURSING

[LH 426] Sub. Code: 2332
M.Sc., (NURSING) DEGREE EXAMINATION
SECOND YEAR
(Regulations for candidates admitted from 2011-2012 Sessions onwards)
PAPER II – CLINICAL SPECIALITY - II
BRANCH I – MEDICAL SURGICAL NURSING
01 – CARDIO VASCULAR AND THORACIC NURSING
Q.P. Code: 302332
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 75 marks
 Answer All questions
I. Elaborate on: (2 x 20 = 40)
 1. a) Explain the classification and management of arrhythmias in detail.
 b) Discuss the role of nurse in caring for the patients with pace maker.
 2. Mr. Moorthy 45 years old man met with an accident and was brought to emergency
 department with chest trauma. His Bp was 90/70 and pulse was 108/mt. chest X- ray
 showed 6, 7 & 8th Rib injuries on RT side of the chest and he was posted for
 emergency surgery.
 a) Explain flail chest and discuss the emergency management.
 b) Prepare nursing care plan for Mr. Moorthy during the first 48 hours.
II. Write notes on: (7 x 5 = 35)
 1. Hypertension.
 2. Angina Pectoris.
 3. Antithrombolytic agents.
 4. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation.
 5. Cardiac Enzymes.
 6. Pleural Effusion.
 7. Cardiac Tamponade.
******* 

Dr. MGR University 2010 to 2015 Question Papers BRANCH V MENTAL HEALTH PSYCHIATRIC NURSING

Dr. MGR University MARCH 2010 Question Paper
Subject : BRANCH V – MENTAL HEALTH (PSYCHIATRIC) NURSING

[KW 436] Sub. Code: 2342
M.Sc. (NURSING) DEGREE EXAMINATION
SECOND YEAR
(Regulations for candidates admitted from 2008-2009 Session onwards)
BRANCH V – MENTAL HEALTH (PSYCHIATRIC ) NURSING
PAPER III – CLINICAL SPECIALITY – II
Q.P. Code: 302342
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 75 marks
Answer ALL questions
I. Elaborate on: (2 x 20 = 40)
 1. What is adjustment disorder?
 List the etiological theories.
 Present the diagnostic criteria for adjustment disorder.
 Write nursing care plan for a patient with adjustment disorder.
 2. Describe the cycle of battering in women.
 Write nursing care plan for a victim of abuse.
II. Write notes on: (7 x 5 = 35)
 1. Differentiate major depression form dysthymic depression.
 2. HIV counselling.
 3. Principles of deinstitutionalization.
 4. Family education for anxiety disorder.
 5. Clinical forensic nursing specialities.
 6. Concept care plan for hypochondriasis.
 7. Suicide theories.
*******

Dr. MGR University SEPTEMBER 2010 Question Paper
Subject : BRANCH V – MENTAL HEALTH (PSYCHIATRIC) NURSING

[KX 436] Sub. Code: 2342
M.Sc. (NURSING) DEGREE EXAMINATION
SECOND YEAR
(Regulations for candidates admitted from 2008-2009 Session onwards)
BRANCH V – MENTAL HEALTH (PSYCHIATRIC ) NURSING
PAPER III – CLINICAL SPECIALITY – II
Q.P. Code: 302342
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 75 marks
Answer ALL questions
I. Elaborate on: (2 x 20 = 40)
 1. a) Discuss on theories of suicide.
 b) Discuss on the nursing management of a patient who attempted suicide and
 admitted in a emergency psychiatric unit.
 2. a) Explain the psychopathology, types and treatment modalities of schizophrenia.
 b) Draw a nursing care plan for a schizophrenic patient with paranoid delusions,
 sleeplessness and agitated behaviour.
II. Write notes on: (7 x 5 = 35)
 1. Phases of crisis intervention.
 2. Autistic disorder.
 3. Post traumatic stress disorder.
 4. Nursing management of a patient with Dementia.
 5. Substance induced psychotic.
 6. Psychotherapeutic techniques affective for Phobias.
 7. Obsessive compulsive disorder.
*******

Dr. MGR University MAY 2011 Question Paper
Subject : BRANCH V – MENTAL HEALTH (PSYCHIATRIC) NURSING

[KY 436] Sub. Code: 2342
M.Sc. (NURSING) DEGREE EXAMINATION
SECOND YEAR
(Regulations for candidates admitted from 2008-2009 Session onwards)
BRANCH V – MENTAL HEALTH (PSYCHIATRIC ) NURSING
PAPER III – CLINICAL SPECIALITY – II
Q.P. Code: 302342
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 100 marks
Answer ALL questions
I. Elaborate on: (2 x 20 = 40)
 1. What is borderline personality disorder?
 Discuss those developmental factors as a predisposing factor.
 Present the diagnostic criteria for borderline personality disorder.
 Write nursing care plan for a patient with borderline personality disorder.
2. Explain elder abuse. Write nursing care plan for an elderly client.
II. Write notes on: (10 x 6 = 60)
 1. Continuum of depression.
 2. Dynamics of sexual dysfunction.
 3. Intermittent explosive disorder.
 4. Critical pathways of care – anorexia nervosa.
 5. Principles of psychiatric rehabilitation.
 6. New freedom commission on mental health.
 7. End of life issues – Counselling.
 8. Dissociative disorders.
 9. Crisis intervention.
10. Conduct disorder.
*******

Dr. MGR University OCTOBER 2011 Question Paper
Subject : BRANCH V – MENTAL HEALTH (PSYCHIATRIC) NURSING

[KZ 436] Sub. Code: 2342
M.Sc. (NURSING) DEGREE EXAMINATION
SECOND YEAR
(Regulations for candidates admitted from 2008-2009 Session onwards)
BRANCH V – MENTAL HEALTH (PSYCHIATRIC ) NURSING
PAPER III – CLINICAL SPECIALITY – II
Q.P. Code: 302342
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 100 marks
Answer ALL questions in the same order.
I. Elaborate on : Pages Time Marks
 (Max.) (Max.) (Max.)
 1. a) Write down the etiology and the signs and symptoms 15 40 min. 20
 of Delirium.
 b) Write down the nursing care plan for a patient with
 Delirium.
 2. a) Discuss the nurses role in preventive psychiatry. 15 40 min. 20
 b) Explain in detail about national mental health program.
II. Write notes on :
 1. Suicide. 3 10 min. 6
 2. Attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder. 3 10 min. 6
 3. Post traumatic stress disorder. 3 10 min. 6
 4. Psychosocial rehabilitation. 3 10 min. 6
 5. Mental health act. 3 10 min. 6
 6. Quality assurance in psychiatric nursing. 3 10 min. 6
 7. Psychiatric problems among elderly. 3 10 min. 6
 8. Phobia. 3 10 min. 6
 9. Personality disorder. 3 10 min. 6
10. Testamentory capacity. 3 10 min. 6
 *******

Dr. MGR University MAY 2012 Question Paper
Subject : BRANCH V – MENTAL HEALTH (PSYCHIATRIC) NURSING

[LA 436]  Sub. Code: 2342
M.Sc. (NURSING) DEGREE EXAMINATION
SECOND YEAR
(Regulations for candidates admitted from 2008-2009 Session onwards)
BRANCH V – MENTAL HEALTH (PSYCHIATRIC ) NURSING
PAPER III – CLINICAL SPECIALITY – II
Q.P. Code: 302342
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 100 marks
Answer ALL questions in the same order.
I. Elaborate on : Pages Time Marks
 (Max.) (Max.) (Max.)
 1. a) Explain the psychopathology, types and treatment 17 40 min. 20
 modalities of depression.
 b) Draw a nursing care plan for a patient with depression
 with suicidal ideas.
 2. a) Discuss the etiology and different types of dementia. 17 40 min. 20
 b) Write down the nursing care plan of a patient with dementia.
II. Write notes on :
 1. Aggression management. 4 10 min. 6
 2. Mentally challenged. 4 10 min. 6
 3. Obsessive compulsive disorder. 4 10 min. 6
 4. Conversion disorder. 4 10 min. 6
 5. Nursing care of a patient with Anorexia nervosa. 4 10 min. 6
 6. Counseling. 4 10 min. 6
 7. Half way home. 4 10 min. 6
 8. Types of schizophrenia. 4 10 min. 6
 9. National mental health programme. 4 10 min. 6
10. Administration and management of psychiatric ward. 4 10 min. 6
*******

Dr. MGR University NOVEMBER 2012 Question Paper
Subject : BRANCH V – MENTAL HEALTH (PSYCHIATRIC) NURSING

[LB 436] Sub. Code: 2342
M.Sc. (NURSING) DEGREE EXAMINATION
SECOND YEAR
(Regulations for candidates admitted from 2008-2009 Session onwards)
BRANCH V – MENTAL HEALTH (PSYCHIATRIC ) NURSING
PAPER III – CLINICAL SPECIALITY – II
Q.P. Code: 302342
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 100 marks
Answer ALL questions in the same order.
I. Elaborate on : Pages Time Marks
 (Max.) (Max.) (Max.)
 1. a) Explain the predisposing factors psychopathology, types and 17 40 min. 20
 treatment modalities of schizophrenia.
 b) Discuss the nursing care plan for a patient with catatonic
 schizophrenia.
 2. a) Explain the phases, types and psychopathology of crisis 17 40 min. 20
 intervention.
 b) Draw a nursing care plan for a patient with rape-trauma
 syndrome.
II. Write notes on:
 1. The impaired nurse. 4 10 min. 6
 2. Quality assurance in a psychiatric unit. 4 10 min. 6
 3. Clinical teaching programme. 4 10 min. 6
 4. Counseling for an unwed mother. 4 10 min. 6
 5. Correctional homes. 4 10 min. 6
 6. Tourette’s disorder. 4 10 min. 6
 7. The public health model. 4 10 min. 6
 8. Psychiatric problems among elderly population. 4 10 min. 6
 9. Sexual disorders. 4 10 min. 6
10. Principles of psychiatric Rehabilitation. 4 10 min. 6
*******

Dr. MGR University APRIL 2013 Question Paper
Subject : BRANCH V – MENTAL HEALTH (PSYCHIATRIC) NURSING

[LC 436] Sub. Code: 2342
M.Sc. (NURSING) DEGREE EXAMINATION
SECOND YEAR
(Regulations for candidates admitted from 2011-2012 Session onwards)
BRANCH V – MENTAL HEALTH (PSYCHIATRIC ) NURSING
PAPER II – CLINICAL SPECIALITY – II
Q.P. Code: 302342
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 100 marks
 Answer All questions
I. Elaborate on: (2 x 20 = 40)
 1 a) Define affective disorders.
 b) Discuss the various types and explain psychopathology and symptomatology.
 c) Draw a nursing care plan of a patient diagnosed with mania.
 2. a) Define mental retardation.
 b) Discuss the etiology, clinical features and classifications.
 c) Explain the management of a 10 year old boy with mental retardation.
II. Write notes on: (10 x 6 = 60)
 1. Antisocial personality disorder.
 2. Crisis intervention.
 3. Legal responsibilities of a psychiatric nurse.
 4. Counselling.
 5. National Mental Health Program.
 6. Psycho sexual disorders.
 7. Sheltered workshops.
 8. Specific problems faced by mental hospitals.
 9. Anger Management.
10. Obsessive compulsive disorder.
*******

Dr. MGR University OCTOBER 2013 Question Paper
Subject : BRANCH V – MENTAL HEALTH (PSYCHIATRIC) NURSING

[LD 436] Sub. Code: 2342
M.Sc. (NURSING) DEGREE EXAMINATION
SECOND YEAR
(Regulations for candidates admitted from 2011-2012 Session onwards)
BRANCH V – MENTAL HEALTH (PSYCHIATRIC ) NURSING
PAPER II – CLINICAL SPECIALITY – II
Q.P. Code: 302342
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 100 marks
 Answer All questions
I. Elaborate on: (2 x 20 = 40)
 1. Explain in detail about Alzheimer’s dementia and add a note on theories of aging.
 2. Mr.X is admitted with the diagnosis of simple schizophrenia.
 a) Write about the Nursing management of a patient with simple schizophrenia.
 b) Enumerate the positive and negative symptoms of schizophrenia.
II. Write notes on: (10 x 6 = 60)
 1. Principles of psychiatric nursing.
 2. Clinical features of Mania.
 3. Paraphilias.
 4. Crisis Intervention.
 5. Electro Convulsive Therapy.
 6. Types of delusions with suitable examples for each.
 7. Major tranquilizers.
 8. Mental Health Act.
 9. Psycho social rehabilitation.
10. Management of a patient with anger.
*******

Dr. MGR University APRIL 2014 Question Paper
Subject : BRANCH V – MENTAL HEALTH (PSYCHIATRIC) NURSING

[LE 436] Sub. Code: 2342
M.Sc. (NURSING) DEGREE EXAMINATION
SECOND YEAR
(Regulations for candidates admitted from 2011-2012 Session onwards)
BRANCH V – MENTAL HEALTH (PSYCHIATRIC ) NURSING
PAPER II – CLINICAL SPECIALITY – II
Q.P. Code: 302342
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 75 marks
 Answer All questions
I. Elaborate on: (2 x 20 = 40)
 1. a) What is substance use disorders and substance induced disorders.
 b) Write in detail the treatment modalities for substance related disorders and
 its nursing management.
 2. Explain in detail the ethical and legal issues in mental health Nursing.
II. Write notes on: (7 x 5 = 35)
 1. Phobia.
 2. Family Therapy.
 3. Anti depressants.
 4. Anorexia Nervosa.
 5. Half way homes.
 6. Delirium.
 7. Sexual disorders.
*******

Dr. MGR University OCTOBER 2014 Question Paper
Subject : BRANCH V – MENTAL HEALTH (PSYCHIATRIC) NURSING

[LF 436] Sub. Code: 2342
M.Sc. (NURSING) DEGREE EXAMINATION
SECOND YEAR
(Regulations for candidates admitted from 2011-2012 Session onwards)
BRANCH V – MENTAL HEALTH (PSYCHIATRIC ) NURSING
PAPER II – CLINICAL SPECIALITY – II
Q.P. Code: 302342
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 75 marks
 Answer All questions
I. Elaborate on: (2 x 20 = 40)
 1. a) Define suicide.
 b) Discuss epidemiological statistics and risk factors related to suicide.
 c) Write nursing process of a patient with attempted suicide.
 2. a) Write down the etiology, signs and symptoms of Dementia.
 b) Write down the nursing care plan for a patient with Dementia.
II. Write notes on: (7 x 5 = 35)
 1. Generalized anxiety disorder.
 2. Crisis Intervention.
 3. Behaviour therapy.
 4. Obsessive compulsive disorder.
 5. Antipsychotics.
 6. Dissociative disorder.
 7. National mental health program.
*******

Dr. MGR University APRIL 2015 Question Paper
Subject : BRANCH V – MENTAL HEALTH (PSYCHIATRIC) NURSING

[LG 436] Sub. Code: 2342
M.Sc. (NURSING) DEGREE EXAMINATION
SECOND YEAR
(Regulations for candidates admitted from 2011-2012 Session onwards)
BRANCH V – MENTAL HEALTH (PSYCHIATRIC ) NURSING
PAPER II – CLINICAL SPECIALITY – II
Q.P. Code: 302342
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 75 marks
 Answer All questions
I. Elaborate on: (2 x 20 = 40)
 1. Explain in detail about Psychiatric emergencies and their management.
 2. Discuss the principles of psychiatric nursing in detail.
II. Write notes on: (7 x 5 = 35)
 1. Phases of crisis.
 2. Sleep disorder.
 3. Post traumatic stress disorder.
 4. Catatonic schizophrenia.
 5. Anorexia nervosa.
 6. Psychosocial aspects of aging.
 7. Legal issues in mental health nursing.
*******

Dr. MGR University OCTOBER 2015 Question Paper
Subject : BRANCH V – MENTAL HEALTH (PSYCHIATRIC) NURSING

[LH 436] Sub. Code: 2342
M.Sc., (NURSING) DEGREE EXAMINATION
SECOND YEAR
(Regulations for candidates admitted from 2011-2012 Sessions onwards)
PAPER II – CLINICAL SPECIALITY II
BRANCH V – MENTAL HEALTH (PSYCHIATRIC) NURSING
Q.P. Code: 302342
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 75 marks
 Answer All questions
I. Elaborate on: (2 x 20 = 40)
 1. a) Classify Psychoactive substance.
 b) Write the treatment for Alcohol abuse.
 c) Draw nursing care plan for a patient admitted with alcohol withdrawal symptoms.
 2. a) Define schizophrenia and discuss the clinical features of schizophrenia.
 b) Write Nursing process of a patient with paranoid schizophrenia.
II. Write notes on: (7 x 5 = 35)
 1. Role of a nurse in community mental health.
 2. Adjustment disorder.
 3. Crisis intervention.
 4. Postpartum Psychosis.
 5. Autism.
 6. Standards for psychiatric nursing.
 7. Medical conditions due to psychological factors.
*******

2010 to 2015 Question Papers BRANCH IV COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING Dr. MGR University

Dr. MGR University MARCH 2010 Question Paper
Subject : BRANCH IV  COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING

[KW 435] Sub. Code: 2341
M.Sc. (NURSING) DEGREE EXAMINATION
SECOND YEAR
(Regulations for candidates admitted from 2008-2009 Session onwards)
BRANCH IV – COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING
PAPER III – CLINICAL SPECIALITY – II
Q.P. Code: 302341
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 75 marks
Answer ALL questions
I. Elaborate on: (2 x 20 = 40)
 1. As a community health nurse now will you ensure quality assurance in community
 health nursing?
 2. Discuss in detail the reproductive and child health phase I and II.
II. Write notes on: (7 x 5 = 35)
 1. Child labour.
 2. Adolescent health.
 3. Health information system.
 4. Control and prevention of emerging and re-emerging diseases.
 5. Crisis intervention.
 6. NRHM.
 7. Roles and functions of district public health nurse.
*******

Dr. MGR University SEPTEMBER 2010 Question Paper
Subject : BRANCH IV  COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING

[KX 435] Sub. Code: 2341
M.Sc. (NURSING) DEGREE EXAMINATION
SECOND YEAR
(Regulations for candidates admitted from 2008-2009 Session onwards)
BRANCH IV – COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING
PAPER III – CLINICAL SPECIALITY – II
Q.P. Code: 302341
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 75 marks
Answer ALL questions
I. Elaborate on: (2 x 20 = 40)
 1. a) Describe the various components of reproductive and child health programme.
 b) Explain any two national health programme related to mother and child.
 2. a) Elaborate on the role of International health agencies on the aspect of health.
 b) Design a lay out of community health center and include staffing pattern.
II. Write notes on: (7 x 5 = 35)
 1. Epidemiology of non-communicable diseases.
 2. Roles and responsibilities of school health nurse.
 3. Psycho-physiological stressors and disorders in elderly.
 4. Types of rehabilitation.
 5. Magnitude of mental health problem in India.
 6. Women and occupational health.
 7. International health days and their significance.
*******

Dr. MGR University MAY 2011 Question Paper
Subject : BRANCH IV  COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING

[KY 435] Sub. Code: 2341
M.Sc. (NURSING) DEGREE EXAMINATION
SECOND YEAR
(Regulations for candidates admitted from 2008-2009 Session onwards)
BRANCH IV – COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING
PAPER III – CLINICAL SPECIALITY – II
Q.P. Code: 302341
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 100 marks
Answer ALL questions
I. Elaborate on: (2 x 20 = 40)
 1. a) Apply epidemiological concepts and principles in community health nursing
 practice.
 b) Explain the role and responsibilities of different categories of nursing
 personnel in community health.
 2. a) Various measures are available to promote health of workers. Discuss.
 b) Elaborate on the changing focus of care in community mental health with the
 public health model.
II. Write notes on: (10 x 6 = 60)
 1. Roles and Responsibilities of geriatric nursing in the community.
 2. Legal issues in occupational health.
 3. Material management.
 4. Health information system.
 5. National rural health mission.
 6. Disaster management.
 7. International health issues and problems.
 8. Community based rehabilitation.
 9. Theories of aging.
10. Public relation.
*******

Dr. MGR University OCTOBER 2011 Question Paper
Subject : BRANCH IV  COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING

[KZ 435] Sub. Code: 2341
M.Sc. (NURSING) DEGREE EXAMINATION
SECOND YEAR
(Regulations for candidates admitted from 2008-2009 Session onwards)
BRANCH IV – COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING
PAPER III – CLINICAL SPECIALITY – II
Q.P. Code: 302341
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 100 marks
Answer ALL questions in the same order.
I. Elaborate on : Pages Time Marks
 (Max.) (Max.) (Max.)
 1. a) Explain in detail about the Trends, issues and 15 40 min. 20
 objective on occupational health.
 b) Discuss the steps you will undertake to prevent
 occupational Hazards and diseases.
 2. a) Mention the major theories of ageing applied to 15 40 min. 20
 community health nursing practice.
 b) Discuss the Government welfare measures
 programs for elderly in India.
II. Write notes on :
 1. National Integrated Diseases Surveillance Program. 3 10 min. 6
 2. National Mental Health Program. 3 10 min. 6
 3. School Health Records. 3 10 min. 6
 4. Health Tourism. 3 10 min. 6
 5. Quality Assurance. 3 10 min. 6
 6. Rehabilitation Team. 3 10 min. 6
 7. Role of community health nurse in health promotion of workers. 3 10 min. 6
 8. Training of ANM. 3 10 min. 6
 9. Measurements of mortality. 3 10 min. 6
10. Continuous Quality improvement in community health
 nursing practice. 3 10 min. 6
 *******

Dr. MGR University MAY 2012 Question Paper
Subject : BRANCH IV  COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING

[LA 435] Sub. Code: 2341
M.Sc. (NURSING) DEGREE EXAMINATION
SECOND YEAR
(Regulations for candidates admitted from 2008-2009 Session onwards)
BRANCH IV – COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING
PAPER III – CLINICAL SPECIALITY – II
Q.P. Code: 302341
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 100 marks
Answer ALL questions in the same order.
I. Elaborate on : Pages Time Marks
 (Max.) (Max.) (Max.)
 1. a) Describe the staffing pattern, functions of a community 17 40 min. 20
 health centre?
 b) Discuss about the role of community health nurse towards
 quality assurance in the services rendered by the
 community health centre?
 2. a) Explain about psycho physiological stressors and 17 40 min. 20
 disorders in elderly.
 b) Discuss the role and responsibilities of a geriatric nurse
 towards care and community based rehabilitation of the
 elderly.
II. Write notes on :
 1. National AIDS control programme. 4 10 min. 6
 2. Safe school environment. 4 10 min. 6
 3. Epidemiology of diabetes. 4 10 min. 6
 4. Crisis Intervention. 4 10 min. 6
 5. Global prudent of disease. 4 10 min. 6
 6. Adolescent health. 4 10 min. 6
 7. Violence at workplace. 4 10 min. 6
 8. Care of mentally challenged. 4 10 min. 6
 9. Training of community nutrition workers. 4 10 min. 6
10. Contribution of epidemiology. 4 10 min. 6
*******

Dr. MGR University NOVEMBER 2012 Question Paper
Subject : BRANCH IV  COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING

[LB 435] Sub. Code: 2341
M.Sc. (NURSING) DEGREE EXAMINATION
SECOND YEAR
(Regulations for candidates admitted from 2008-2009 Session onwards)
BRANCH IV – COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING
PAPER III – CLINICAL SPECIALITY – II
Q.P. Code: 302341
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 100 marks
Answer ALL questions in the same order.
I. Elaborate on : Pages Time Marks
 (Max.) (Max.) (Max.)
 1. a) Discuss the community mental health programme. 17 40 min. 20
 b) Explain in detail about community based rehabilitation
 programme.
 2. a) Explain in detail about epidemiological concepts 17 40 min. 20
 and methods used in community health nursing practice.
 b) Distinguish between emerging and re-emerging diseases.
II. Write notes on:
 1. National Rural Health Mission. 4 10 min. 6
 2. Adolescent health. 4 10 min. 6
 3. International quarantine. 4 10 min. 6
 4. Elderly abuse. 4 10 min. 6
 5. Child labour. 4 10 min. 6
 6. DANIDA. 4 10 min. 6
 7. Rehabilitation Team. 4 10 min. 6
 8. Training of ANM. 4 10 min. 6
 9. Health tourism. 4 10 min. 6
10. Measurements of mortality. 4 10 min. 6
*******

Dr. MGR University APRIL 2013 Question Paper
Subject : BRANCH IV  COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING

[LC 435] Sub. Code: 2341
M.Sc. (NURSING) DEGREE EXAMINATION
SECOND YEAR
(Regulations for candidates admitted from 2011-2012 Session onwards)
BRANCH IV – COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING
PAPER II – CLINICAL SPECIALITY – II
Q.P. Code: 302341
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 100 marks
 Answer All questions
I. Elaborate on: (2 x 20 = 40)
 1. a) Explain the Aids control program and its organization.
 b) Discuss the Role of Community Health Nurses in Prevention and Control of
 HIV/AIDS.
 2. a) Explain the various international Health Agencies and its Function.
 b) Discuss the role of Nurse in International Health.
II. Write notes on: (10 x 6 = 60)
 1. Health Tourism.
 2. Measurement of health and Disease.
 3. Nature Mental Health Programme.
 4. Quality Assurance.
 5. Theories of aging.
 6. Community based rehabilitation.
 7. Substance abuse.
 8. Child Labour.
 9. Health Information system.
10. NRHM.
 ******

Dr. MGR University OCTOBER 2013 Question Paper
Subject : BRANCH IV  COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING

[LD 435] Sub. Code: 2341
M.Sc. (NURSING) DEGREE EXAMINATION
SECOND YEAR
(Regulations for candidates admitted from 2011-2012 Session onwards)
BRANCH IV – COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING
PAPER II – CLINICAL SPECIALITY – II
Q.P. Code: 302341
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 100 marks
 Answer All questions
I. Elaborate on: (2 x 20 = 40)
 1. a) Explain National Family Welfare Programmes, their Objectives and
 Organizational setup. Discuss the responsibilities of the Community Health Nurse
 in these programmes.
 b) Write in detail about ESI acts and benefits.
 2. a) Explain the concepts, trends, problems and issues of elderly people.
 b) Write in detail about the role of Community Health Nurse towards mentally
 challenged groups.
II. Write notes on: (10 x 6 = 60)
 1. Epidemiological methods.
 2. School Health Records – Maintenance and its importance.
 3. World Health Organization.
 4. Material Management.
 5. Rehabilitation team.
 6. Community Mental Health Programme.
 7. Occupational Diseases and disorders.
 8. National Integrated Surveillance Programme.
 9. Role of Voluntary Organizations in Rehabilitation.
10. Home for aged – various agencies.
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Dr. MGR University APRIL 2014 Question Paper
Subject : BRANCH IV  COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING

[LE 435] Sub. Code: 2341
M.Sc. (NURSING) DEGREE EXAMINATION
SECOND YEAR
(Regulations for candidates admitted from 2011-2012 Session onwards)
BRANCH IV – COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING
PAPER II – CLINICAL SPECIALITY – II
Q.P. Code: 302341
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 75 marks
 Answer All questions
I. Elaborate on: (2 x 20 = 40)
 1. Explain about concept, need and objectives of school health program and
 discuss the roles and responsibilities of a Community Health Nurse in school health
 services.
 2. Write in detail the objectives of Occupational Health, Occupational hazards & diseases
 and discuss the roles and responsibilities of a Occupational Health Nurse.
II. Write notes on: (7 x 5 = 35)
 1. Levels of prevention in epidemiological approach.
 2. Non-communicable disease program.
 3. World Health Organization.
 4. Health tourism.
 5. Material management.
 6. Use of various prosthetic devices in disability.
 7. Mention three International health days and their significance.
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Dr. MGR University OCTOBER 2014 Question Paper
Subject : BRANCH IV  COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING

[LF 435] Sub. Code: 2341
M.Sc. (NURSING) DEGREE EXAMINATION
SECOND YEAR
(Regulations for candidates admitted from 2011-2012 Session onwards)
BRANCH IV – COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING
PAPER II – CLINICAL SPECIALITY – II
Q.P. Code: 302341
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 75 marks
 Answer All questions
I. Elaborate on: (2 x 20 = 40)
 1. a) Discuss about food adulteration. Explain the health and food legislation and laws.
 b) Write about International health issues and problems.
 2. a) Explain about Revised tuberculosis control programme (RNTCP) and the
 responsibilities of Community health nurse in RNTCP.
 b) Write in detail about National Rural Health Mission (NRHM).
II. Write notes on: (7 x 5 = 35)
 1. ESI Acts and its benefits.
 2. Guidance and counselling in school health.
 3. Nursing Audit.
 4. Rehabilitation Team.
 5. Crisis Intervention.
 6. Disaster preparedness in Occupational environment.
 7. Health Insurance.
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Dr. MGR University APRIL 2015 Question Paper
Subject : BRANCH IV  COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING

[LG 435] Sub. Code: 2341
M.Sc. (NURSING) DEGREE EXAMINATION
SECOND YEAR
(Regulations for candidates admitted from 2011-2012 Session onwards)
BRANCH IV – COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING
PAPER II – CLINICAL SPECIALITY – II
Q.P. Code: 302341
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 75 marks
 Answer All questions
I. Elaborate on: (2 x 20 = 40)
 1. Explain the theories of aging and changes during aging process and also discuss the
 roles and responsibilities of a geriatric nurse in the community.
 2. Write in detail about the magnitude, trends and issues in community mental health and
 explain the community mental health programme.
II. Write notes on: (7 x 5 = 35)
 1. Emerging and reemerging disease epidemics.
 2. Reproductive and child health programme II.
 3. International quarantine.
 4. National family welfare program.
 5. Community based rehabilitation.
 6. Work place safety.
 7. Mention three international health agencies and their activities.
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Dr. MGR University OCTOBER 2015 Question Paper
Subject : BRANCH IV  COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING

[LH 435] Sub. Code: 2341
M.Sc., (NURSING) DEGREE EXAMINATION
SECOND YEAR
(Regulations for candidates admitted from 2011-2012 Sessions onwards)
PAPER II – CLINICAL SPECIALITY II
BRANCH IV – COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING
Q.P. Code: 302341
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 75 marks
 Answer All questions
I. Elaborate on: (2 x 20 = 40)
 1. Define occupational health and explain in detail the occupational hazards and the
 measures for health promotion among workers.
 2. Discuss in detail about disaster preparedness and management.
II. Write notes on: (7 x 5 = 35)
1. Public Relations.
2. Health schemes.
3. Adolescent health.
4. Rehabilitation of Chronic Diseases.
5. Descriptive Epidemiology.
6. National Mental Health program.
7. National cancer control programme.
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