50 more one-liner MCQs for the PCL Nursing License Examination (NNC)- Second set
Here are 50 more one-liner MCQs for the PCL Nursing License Examination (NHPC) to help with your preparation:
1. Fundamentals of Nursing
- The normal urine output per day is? (1-2 liters or 1000-2000 mL/day)
- The first action when a patient falls is? (Assess for injuries before moving the patient)
- The most common nosocomial infection is? (Urinary tract infection – UTI)
- The best position for a patient with dyspnea is? (High Fowler’s position)
- A sterile field is considered contaminated if? (It is touched by a non-sterile object)
2. Anatomy and Physiology
- The largest artery in the human body is? (Aorta)
- The main function of hemoglobin is? (Transporting oxygen in the blood)
- The normal pH of blood is? (7.35-7.45)
- The functional unit of the nervous system is? (Neuron)
- The normal respiratory rate for an adult is? (12-20 breaths per minute)
3. Medical-Surgical Nursing
- The first sign of shock is? (Tachycardia – Increased heart rate)
- The normal fasting blood glucose level is? (70-100 mg/dL)
- The primary cause of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is? (Smoking)
- The most common symptom of left-sided heart failure is? (Pulmonary congestion – Difficulty breathing)
- What is the best way to confirm tuberculosis diagnosis? (Sputum AFB test – Acid-fast bacilli test)
4. Pharmacology
- The antidote for heparin overdose is? (Protamine sulfate)
- The drug used to treat anaphylaxis is? (Epinephrine – Adrenaline)
- What class of drugs is used to lower cholesterol? (Statins like Atorvastatin)
- Which pain reliever is safest for pregnant women? (Paracetamol/Acetaminophen)
- A common side effect of loop diuretics (e.g., furosemide) is? (Hypokalemia – Low potassium levels)
5. Maternal and Child Health Nursing
- The normal duration of pregnancy is? (40 weeks or 280 days)
- The most common complication of prolonged labor is? (Fetal distress)
- The APGAR score is measured at? (1 and 5 minutes after birth)
- The most common cause of postpartum hemorrhage is? (Uterine atony – Failure of the uterus to contract)
- The safest position for a pregnant woman in late pregnancy is? (Left lateral position)
6. Pediatric Nursing
- The most common cause of neonatal death is? (Prematurity and low birth weight)
- The normal weight of a newborn baby is? (2.5 – 4 kg)
- The best method to assess dehydration in infants is? (Capillary refill time and sunken fontanelle)
- The leading cause of death in children under 5 years is? (Pneumonia and diarrhea)
- The first sign of measles is? (Fever with Koplik’s spots in the mouth)
7. Community Health Nursing
- The best method for family planning with no hormonal effects is? (Condoms or Copper-T IUD)
- The most common vector-borne disease in Nepal is? (Dengue fever and Malaria)
- The full form of BCG vaccine is? (Bacillus Calmette-Guérin, used for TB prevention)
- The most effective way to reduce maternal mortality is? (Antenatal care and skilled birth attendants)
- The first step in epidemic control is? (Identifying and isolating the source of infection)
8. Mental Health Nursing
- The most common cause of suicide is? (Depression)
- A patient with schizophrenia commonly experiences? (Hallucinations and delusions)
- The main side effect of benzodiazepines (e.g., Diazepam) is? (Drowsiness and dependence)
- The treatment of choice for bipolar disorder is? (Lithium therapy)
- The term for fear of open spaces is? (Agoraphobia)
9. Leadership & Management
- The first step in the nursing management process is? (Planning and organizing care delivery)
- The best approach to resolve conflicts in the healthcare setting is? (Active listening and compromise)
- A legal document that outlines a patient’s medical wishes is? (Advance Directive or Living Will)
- The best method to delegate nursing tasks is? (Based on the nurse’s skill level and competency)
- Which leadership style encourages team participation? (Democratic leadership)
10. First Aid and Emergency Nursing
- The universal sign for choking is? (Holding the throat with both hands)
- The immediate action for a snake bite is? (Immobilizing the limb and seeking medical help)
- The Rule of Nines is used to assess? (Burn percentage on the body)
- The first step in controlling bleeding is? (Applying direct pressure on the wound)
- The best way to remove a foreign object from a child’s airway is? (Back blows and chest thrusts for infants, Heimlich maneuver for children/adults)


