[LF 1019] Sub. Code: 4718
B.Sc (Nursing) DEGREE EXAMINATION
SECOND YEAR
August 2014
Paper III – Pharmacology, Pathology and Genetics
Q.P. Code : 664718
Time : Three hours Maximum : 75 marks
Answer Section A and Section B Separately
SECTION A - (Pharmacology)
I. Elaborate on: (1X15=15)
1. a) Classify non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
b) Explain the mechanism of action, pharmacological actions, adverse effects and therapeutic uses of paracetamol.
II. Write Notes on : (3X 5 =15)
1. Drugs used in Angina pectoris
2. Explain the mechanism of action of Penicillins
3. Anti platelet drugs
III. Short Answer Questions: (4X 2 =8)
1. Name four diuretic drugs
2. Teratogenicity with example
3. Name four anti-diarrhoeal drugs
4. Name four anti-tuberculous drugs
SECTION B - (Pathology and Genetics)
Pathology
I. Elaborate on: (1X15=15)
1. a. Define Tuberculosis.
b. Mention the differences between primary and secondary tuberculosis.
c. Write briefly about microscopic features of tuberculosis.
II. Write Notes on : (2X 5 =10)
1. Phagocytosis
2. Typhoid fever
Genetics
I. Write Notes on : (2X 5 =10)
3. Gene therapy
4. Spontaneous abortion
II. Short Answer Questions: (1X 2 =2)
1. Mention two merits of Chorionic Villus Biopsy.
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