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Download KUHS B.Sc Nursing First Year 113010 Microbiology October 2023 Question Paper

Download The Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS) B.Sc Nursing First Year 113010 Microbiology October 2023 Previous Question Paper

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Q.P. CODE: 113010
Reg. No: ........................
First Year B.Sc Nursing Degree Supplementary Examinations
October 2023
Microbiology

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(2016 Scheme)
Time: 3 Hrs
Max. Marks: 75
Answer all questions to the point neatly and legibly ? Do not leave any blank pages between
answers ? Indicate the question number correctly for the answer in the margin space

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Answer all parts of a single question together ? Leave sufficient space between answers
Draw diagrams wherever necessary
Essay:
(12)
1. Describe the pathogenesis and clinical features of pulmonary tuberculosis. Describe in

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detail the laboratory diagnosis. Add a note on prophylaxis for tuberculosis. (4+6+2)
Short essays:
(2x7=14)
2. Enumerate the toxins and enzymes produced by staphylococcus aureus. Expand MRSA.
Describe the measures to prevent spread of MRSA infections in hospitals.

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(3+1+3)
3. Enumerate the viruses causing hepatitis. Describe in detail the laboratory diagnosis of
hepatitis B.
(2+5)
Short notes:

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(5x5=25)
4. National immunization schedule
5. Prophylaxis of rabies infection
6. Cryptococcosis
7. Principle and uses of autoclave

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8. Life cycle of Ascaris lumbricoides
Answer briefly:
(3x4=12)
9. Type 1 hypersensitivity reaction
10. Gram staining

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11. Bacterial growth curve
Differentiate between:
(3x4=12)
12. Active and Passive immunity
13. Gonococci and Meningococci

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14. Taenia solium and Taenia saginata
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