Here is a set of NORCET 2024 (AIIMS NORCET 6 - Prelims) memory-based questions with answers, sourced from the actual exam:
AIIMS NORCET 2024 - Prelims Question Paper (Memory Based)
80 Questions | 90 Minutes
Critical Care / Emergency Nursing
Q1. Normal compression to ventilation ratio:
- 30 : 2 ✅
- 15 : 2
- 2 : 30
- 15 : 1
Q2. While using a cardiotocogram - fetal heart rate gradually decreases and returns to baseline, but the nadir occurs after the peak of the uterine contraction. This is:
- Early deceleration
- Late deceleration ✅
- Variable deceleration
- Acceleration
Q3. Contraindication of nasopharyngeal airway:
- Skull base fracture ✅
- Sedated patient
- Unconscious patient
- During dental procedures
Q4. Complication of high flow of ventilation:
- Aspiration
- Pneumothorax ✅
- Diaphragmatic hernia
- COPD
Q13. Patient has Temp-103°F, HR-110/min, RR-23/min, BP-132/66 mmHg. Which factor will you primarily manage?
- Temp - 103°F ✅
- HR - 110/min
- RR - 23/min
- BP - 132/66 mmHg
Q14. According to ABC, which describes improper cardiac circulation?
- Hypotension
- Diminished pulse ✅
- Tachypnea
- CRT < 3 sec
Q15. During IV administration, which drug causes extravasation and damage to site?
- Diazepam
- Epinephrine
- Phenytoin ✅
- Ranitidine
Q31. Patient has hyperventilation and CO2 below normal. Priority nursing management:
- Paper bag breathing ✅
- Give O2 directly
- Inform the doctor
- Give sedative
Q79. Patient on ventilator with ETT - what indicates the tube has migrated too far down the trachea?
- Decreased breath sounds on the left side ✅
- High pressure alarm sounds
- Increased crackles bilaterally
- Low pressure alarm sounds
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Q2 (OBG). USG shows 2mm mass in 35-year-old female, CA125 is reactive. Diagnosis?
- Ovarian cancer ✅
- Cervical cancer
- (Others)
Procedures & Positioning
Q16. Transillumination procedure is done with:
- Venipuncture ✅
- Angiography
- Blood culture
- Bone marrow aspiration
Q33. Best position for lumbar puncture:
- Left lateral ✅
- Right lateral
- Fowler's position
- Prone position
Q34. Contraindication of nasal intubation:
- Conscious patient
- Fracture of base of skull ✅
- Patient with limited mouth opening
- Intra-oral mass
Q35. Identify the instrument (image shown) - Allis forceps ✅
Q36. Identify route of drug administration (Z-track with IM site shown) - IM with Z-track ✅
Drug Calculations
Q78. Cefuroxime sodium 1g in 50mL NS, to be given over 30 minutes, drop factor 15 gtt/mL. Flow rate?
- Formula: (50 mL × 15 gtt/mL) ÷ 30 min
- 22 gtt/min
- 25 gtt/min ✅
- 28 gtt/min
- 30 gtt/min
Anatomy / Physiology
Q80. Which layer of the adrenal gland secretes glucocorticoids?
- Adrenal medulla
- Zona glomerulosa
- Zona reticularis
- Zona fasciculata ✅
General / GK
Q37. Maximum Bharat Ratna awards were given in which year?
- 1999
- 2024 ✅
- 1989
- 2022
Q38. Identify the odd one out (Cream, Butter, Ghee, Oil):
- Cream
- Butter
- Ghee
- Oil ✅ (Oil is plant-based; others are animal dairy products)
Where to Get the Full Papers
The NORCET 4 (2024) official papers (April 14 & May 05, 2024) are available through:
- Testbook: AIIMS Nursing Officer PYQs - 40+ papers with solutions
- Prepp: AIIMS NORCET Previous Papers - PDFs with answer keys
- Scribd: Search "AIIMS NORCET 2024 prelims memory based" for community-uploaded papers
NORCET 4 Exam Pattern (2024)
| Parameter | Details |
|---|
| Total Questions | 100 (Mains) / 80 (Prelims) |
| Duration | 90 minutes |
| Sections | 5 (Medical-Surgical, Community, Child Health, OBG, Mental Health) |
| Marking | +1 correct, -0.25 wrong |
| Mode | Computer Based Test |
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