Q.P. CODE: 112010 Reg. No: …
First Year B.Sc Nursing Degree Supplementary Examinations
(2016 Scheme)
Physiology
May 2018
Time: 3 Hrs Max. Marks: 75
Answer all questions
Draw diagram wherever necessary
Essay: (12)
1. Explain the steps in erythropoiesis. Describe the various factors influencing erythropoiesis. Add a note on
functions of RBCs. (4+4+4)
Short essays: (2x7=14)
2. Define blood pressure and mention its normal values. Describe the various factors affecting blood pressure. (3+4)
3. Describe the uterine changes during the various phases of the menstrual cycle. Add a note on
contraceptive methods. (4+3)
Short notes: (5x5=25)
4. Factors affecting glomerular filtration rate.
5. Functions of saliva.
6. Reflex arc.
7. Functions of skin.
8. Chemical regulation of respiration.
Answer briefly: (3x4=12)
9. Functions of plasma proteins.
10.Functions of cerebellum.
11.Functions of liver
Differentiate between: (3x4=12)
12.Cardiac and skeletal muscle.
13.Rods and cones.
14.Actions of insulin and glucagon
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