Q.P. CODE: 102010 Reg. No: .......
First Year B.Sc Nursing Degree Examinations
September 2012
Physiology
Time: 3 Hrs Max. Marks: 75
Answer all questions
Draw diagram wherever necessary
Essays: (2x10=20)
1. Define glomerular filtration rate and mention its normal value. Discuss the factors affecting GFR. Add a note on effective filtration pressure (2+6+2=10)
2. Discuss the composition,formation, circulation and functions of cerebrospinal fluid. (2+2+2+4=10)
Short notes: (7x5=35)
4. Visual pathway
5. Functions of Thyroid Gland
6. Factors affecting blood pressure
7. Peristalsis
8. Differentiate between skeletal, cardiac and smooth muscles
Answer briefly: (10x2=20)
10.Sarcomere
11.Define menarche and menopause
12.Functions of Haemoglobin
13.Resting membrane potential
14.Hormones for lactation
·19. Define cardiac output and stroke volume
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