2009 to 2015 Question Papers Paper III BIOCHEMISTRY AND BIOPHYSICS Dr. MGR University

Dr. MGR University February 2009 Question Paper
Subject : Paper III  BIOCHEMISTRY AND BIOPHYSICS

[KU 824] Sub. Code: 4884
B.Sc (Nursing) DEGREE EXAMINATION
(For Trained Nurses)
First Year
Non-Semester
Paper III – BIOCHEMISTRY AND BIOPHYSICS
Q.P. Code : 684884
Time : Three hours Maximum : 75 marks
Answer All questions.
Answer Section A and B in a SEPARATE answer book.
SECTION – A
(BIOCHEMISTRY)
I. Essay: (1 x 15 = 15)
1. What is anaerobic glycolysis? Explain the pathway and indicate the
 key enzymes.
II. Write Short Notes on : (3 x 5 =15)
1. Ketone bodies.
2. Plasma proteins.
3. classification of enzymes.
III. Short Answer Questions: (5 x 2 =10)
1. Define gluconeogenesis.
2. What is the normal blood urea level? Name two conditions in which
 the level is elevated.
3. Give two examples of transport proteins.
4. Name the aminoacids found in glutathione.
5. Name the disaccharides.
SECTION – B
(BIOPHYSICS)
I. Essay: (1 x 15 = 15)
1. Discuss the various methods of ultra sound imaging.
II. Write Short Notes on : (2 x 5 =10)
1. Clinical thermometer.
2. Laser.
III. Short Answer Questions: (5 x 2 =10)
1. How do the antiseptics cause the destruction of the pathogenic
 bacteria?
2. What is systolic and diastolic blood pressure?
3. Refractive errors of vision.
4. Refraction and Reflection.
5. Harmful effects of ultra violet rays.
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Dr. MGR University August 2009 Question Paper
Subject : Paper III  BIOCHEMISTRY AND BIOPHYSICS

[KV 824] Sub. Code: 4884
B.Sc (Nursing) DEGREE EXAMINATION
(For Trained Nurses)
First Year
Non-Semester
Paper III – BIOCHEMISTRY AND BIOPHYSICS
Q.P. Code : 684884
Time : Three hours Maximum : 75 marks
Answer All questions.
Answer Section A and B in a SEPARATE answer book.
SECTION – A
(BIOCHEMISTRY)
I. Essay: (1 x 15 = 15)
1. Explain glucose tolerance test with reference to normal, mild,
 moderate and severe diabetic glucose tolerance test curves.
II. Write Short Notes on : (3 x 5 =15)
1. Mechanism of enzyme action.
2. Plasma proteins and their functions.
3. Cholesterol.
III. Short Answer Questions: (5 x 2 =10)
1. Renal glycosurea.
2. Essential fatty acids.
3. Digestive enzymes.
4. Acidosis.
5. Codons and anticodons.
SECTION – B
(BIOPHYSICS)
I. Essay: (1 x 15 = 15)
1. What is Radio activity? Explain the use of radioisotopes in medicine.
II. Write Short Notes on : (2 x 5 =10)
1. Pacemaker.
2. Sphygmomanometer.
III. Short Answer Questions: (5 x 2 =10)
1. State Newton’s second law of motion.
2. State the law of floatation.
3. What is traction?
4. What is Doppler effect?
5. Boyle’s law and charles law.
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Dr. MGR University February 2010 Question Paper
Subject : Paper III  BIOCHEMISTRY AND BIOPHYSICS

[KW 824] Sub. Code: 4884
B.Sc (Nursing) DEGREE EXAMINATION
(For Trained Nurses)
First Year
Non-Semester
Paper III – BIOCHEMISTRY AND BIOPHYSICS
Q.P. Code : 684884
Time : Three hours Maximum : 75 marks
Answer All questions.
Answer Section A and B in a SEPARATE answer book.
SECTION – A
(BIOCHEMISTRY)
I. Essay: (1 x 15 = 15)
1. Define Gluconeogenesis. Write in detail the pathway and regulation of
 gluconeogenesis.
II. Write Short Notes on : (3 x 5 =15)
1. Ketone bodies.
2. Plasma proteins and their functions.
3. Mitochondria.
III. Short Answer Questions: (5 x 2 =10)
1. What is normal serum levels of sodium and potassium?
2. Name two digestive enzymes.
3. Define Glycogenolysis.
4. Write two enzymes that are elevated in jaundice.
5. What are lipo proteins? Give two examples.
SECTION – B
(BIOPHYSICS)
I. Essay: (1 x 15 = 15)
1. Describe the various types of pulleys and explain the lever mechanism
in the human body.
II. Write Short Notes on : (2 x 5 =10)
1. Pulse oximeter.
2. Application of light in nursing.
III. Short Answers Questions: (5 x 2 =10)
1. What is centrifugal force?
2. What is the use of Calorimeter?
3. What is ocular pressure?
4. What is piezo electric effect?
5. What is electrolysis?
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Dr. MGR University August 2010 Question Paper
Subject : Paper III  BIOCHEMISTRY AND BIOPHYSICS

[KX 824] Sub. Code: 4884
B.Sc (Nursing) DEGREE EXAMINATION
(For Trained Nurses)
First Year – Non – Semester
Paper III – BIOCHEMISTRY AND BIOPHYSICS
 Q.P. Code : 684884
Time : Three hours Maximum : 75 marks
Answer ALL questions.
Answer Section A and B in a SEPARATE answer book.
SECTION A
(BIOCHEMISTRY)
I. Essay: (1X15=15)
1. Discuss the factors affecting Enzyme activity. Name two Enzymes that are
used for therapy.
II. Write Short Notes on : (3X 5 =15)
1. Malabsorption Syndrome of Lipids.
2. Ketone bodies and their utilisation.
3. Glucose Tolerance Test. (GTT).
III. Short Answer Questions: (5X 2 =10)
1. Nitrogenous constituent of urine.
2. Normal serum level of cholesterol and uric acid.
3. Functions of electrolytes.
4. Define oxidative phosphorylation.
5. Write the normal values of blood glucose during fasting and postprandial
state.
SECTION B
(BIOPHYSICS)
I. Essay: (1X15=15)
1. Explain about basic levers and body mechanics.
II. Write Short Notes on : (2X 5 =10)
1. Line and center of gravity of the human body.
2. Electricity and human body.
III. Short Answers Questions: (5X 2 =10)
1. Units of length, weight, mass and time.
2. Temperature scales.
3. Arterial and venous blood pressure.
4. State the loss of electromagnetic induction.
5. What are the biological effects of radiation?
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Dr. MGR University February 2011 Question Paper
Subject : Paper III  BIOCHEMISTRY AND BIOPHYSICS

[KY 824] Sub. Code: 4884
B.Sc (Nursing) DEGREE EXAMINATION
(For Trained Nurses)
First Year – Non – Semester
Paper III – BIOCHEMISTRY AND BIOPHYSICS
 Q.P. Code : 684884
Time : Three hours Maximum : 75 marks
Answer ALL questions.
Answer Section A and B in a SEPARATE answer book.
SECTION A
(BIOCHEMISTRY)
I. Essay: (1X15=15)
1. Give a detailed account on regulation of blood Glucose level. How is
Glucose Tolerance Test (GTT) carried out?
II. Write Short Notes on : (3X 5 =15)
1. Ketone Bodies.
2. Plasma proteins.
3. Urea cycle.
III. Short Answer Questions: (5X 2 =10)
1. Peroxisomes.
2. Extra cellular fluid.
3. Non reducing disaccharide.
4. Sulphar containing amino acids.
5. Increased enzyme Amylase.
SECTION B
(BIOPHYSICS)
I. Essay: (1X15=15)
1. Describe briefly the use of various electronic equipments in patient care.
II. Write Short Notes on : (2X 5 =10)
1. Pulleys and its types.
2. What is noise pollution? How can it be prevented?
III. Short Answers Questions: (5X 2 =10)
1. Myopia and Hypermetropia.
2. Boyle’s law and Charle’s law.
3. Properties of X-Ray.
4. Law of conservation of energy.
5. Types of lenses.
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Dr. MGR University August 2011 Question Paper
Subject : Paper III  BIOCHEMISTRY AND BIOPHYSICS

[KZ 824] Sub. Code: 4884
POST BASIC BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING DEGREE
EXAMINATION
First Year - Non Semester
(For candidates admitted from 2004-2005 onwards)
Paper III – BIOCHEMISTRY AND BIOPHYSICS
 Q.P. Code : 684884
Time : Three hours Maximum : 100 marks
Answer ALL questions.
Answer Section A and B in a SEPARATE answer book.
SECTION A
(BIOCHEMISTRY)
I. Essay: (1X20=20)
1. Write the Neoglucogenesis (Glucogenesis) process in detail and explain the
 key enzymes action on it.
II. Write Short Notes on : (4X 5 =20)
1. Mechanism of action of enzymes.
2. Lipoproteins and their distribution.
3. When and How glucose tolerance test (GTT) is perfomed?
4. Plasma proteins and their functions.
III. Short Answer Questions: (5X 2 =10)
1. What is glycemia?
2. Lysosomes.
3. Abnormal level of lipase.
4. Hyper uricemia.
5. Write the sources of potassium.
SECTION B
(BIOPHYSICS)
I. Essay: (1X20=20)
1. Explain about basic levers and body mechanics.
II. Write Short Notes on : (4X 5 =20)
1. Line and center of gravity of the human body.
2. Electricity and human body.
3. Acceleration and Deceleration.
4. Application of traction force in medical field.
III. Short Answers Questions: (5X 2 =10)
1. Units of length, weight, mass and time.
2. Temperature scales.
3. Arterial and venous blood pressure.
4. State the laws of electromagnetic induction.
5. What are the biological effects of radiation?
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Dr. MGR University February 2012 Question Paper
Subject : Paper III  BIOCHEMISTRY AND BIOPHYSICS

[LA 824] Sub. Code: 4884
POST BASIC BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING DEGREE
EXAMINATION
First Year - Non Semester
(For candidates admitted from 2004-2005 onwards)
Paper III – BIOCHEMISTRY AND BIOPHYSICS
 Q.P. Code : 684884
Time : Three hours Maximum : 75 marks
Answer ALL questions.
Answer Section A and B in a SEPARATE answer book.
SECTION A
(BIOCHEMISTRY)
I. Elaborate on: (1X15=15)
1. Describe the beta- oxidation of Fatty acid and its energetics.
II. Write notes on : (3X 5 =15)
1. Glycogen storage diseases.
2. Transamination.
3. Creatinine clearance.
III. Short Answer: (5X 2 =10)
1. Name the hypo and hyperglycemic hormones.
2. Essential amino acid.
3. Define Isoenzymes with two examples.
4. Hyperkalemia.
5. Name the abnormal constituents of urine.
SECTION B
(BIOPHYSICS)
I. Elaborate on: (1X15=15)
1. What is ultrasound? Discuss the various methods of ultrasound imaging in
medicine.
II. Write notes on : (2X 5 =10)
1. Clinical thermometer.
2. Pace maker.
III. Short Answers: (5X 2 =10)
1. Differentiate between vector and scalar quantities.
2. What are the forces acting on the human body?
3. What is Astigmatism?
4. What is Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)?
5. What is a thermo luminescent dosimeter (TLD)?
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Dr. MGR University AUGUST 2012 Question Paper
Subject : Paper III  BIOCHEMISTRY AND BIOPHYSICS

[LB 824] Sub. Code: 4884
FIRST YEAR P.B.B.Sc (NURSING) EXAM
Paper III – BIOCHEMISTRY AND BIOPHYSICS
Q.P. Code : 684884
Time : Three hours Maximum : 100 marks
(180 Min) Answer ALL questions in the same order.
Answer Section A and B in a SEPARATE answer book.
SECTION A
(BIOCHEMISTRY)
I. Essay: Pages Time Marks
 (Max.) (Max.) (Max.)
1. Explain Glycolysis and its regulation in detail. 19 33 20
II. Write Notes on:
1. Mucopolysaccharides. 3 8 5
2. Enzymes of diagnostic importance. 3 8 5

3. Rancidity. 3 8 5
4. Malabsorption syndrome of Lipids 3 8 5
III. Short Answer on:
1. Normal values of blood glucose during fasting and 1 5 2
postprandial state.
2. Alkalosis. 1 5 2
3. Denaturation. 1 5 2
4. Serum creatinine phosphokinase. 1 5 2
5. Nucleotides. 1 5 2
SECTION B
(BIOPHYSICS)
I. Elaborate on:
1. What is Radio activity? Explain the use of radioisotopes in 19 33 20
medicine.
II. Write Notes on:
1. Biological effects of light. 3 8 5
2. Relative humidity and specific heat. 3 8 5
3. Laser 3 8 5
 4. Sphygmomanometer 3 8 5
III. Short Answers on:
1. Third order lever with example. 1 5 2
2. Refraction and Reflection. 1 5 2
3. Osmosis. 1 5 2
4. Pulse Oximeter. 1 5 2
5. Temperature Scales 1 5 2

Dr. MGR University FEBRUARY 2013 Question Paper
Subject : Paper III  BIOCHEMISTRY AND BIOPHYSICS

[LC 824] Sub. Code: 4884
POST BASIC BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING DEGREE
EXAMINATION
First Year - Non Semester
Paper III – BIOCHEMISTRY AND BIOPHYSICS
Q.P. Code : 684884
Time : Three hours Maximum : 100 marks
(180 Min)
Answer Section A and B in a SEPARATE answer book.
SECTION A
(BIOCHEMISTRY)
I. Essay: (1x20=20)

1. Explain the gluconeogenesis process and add a note on Cori’s cycle
II. Write Notes on: (4x5=20)
1. Mechanism of enzyme action
2. Lipoproteins
3. Transamination
4. Two liver function tests .
III. Short Answer on: (5x2=10)
1. Define reducing disaccharides
2. Function of lipids
3. What is oxidative phosphorylation
4. Atherosclerosis
5. Normal value of blood urea and blood cholesterol .
SECTION B
(BIOPHYSICS)
I. Essay: (1x20=20)
1. a) Newton’s laws of motion with an examples for each
b) Explain the four methods of heating the tissues
c) Explain the laws of radioactivity
II. Write Notes on: (4x5=20)
1. Five rules and conventions in the use of symbols in SI units
2. Center of gravity and states of equilibrium with examples
3. What is a simple machine and explain the types of pulleys
4. Explain reflection and refraction with neat diagram
III. Short Answers on: (5x2=10)

1. Boyle’s law
2. P,Q,R,S,T wave of an electrocardiogram
3. Half life of a radioactive element with an example
4. What is a pacemaker
5. Fundamental unit with an example
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Dr. MGR University AUGUST 2013 Question Paper
Subject : Paper III  BIOCHEMISTRY AND BIOPHYSICS

[LD 824] Sub. Code: 4884
POST BASIC BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING DEGREE
EXAMINATION
First Year - Non Semester
Paper III – BIOCHEMISTRY AND BIOPHYSICS
Q.P. Code : 684884
Time : Three hours Maximum : 100 marks
(180 Min)
Answer Section A and B in a SEPARATE answer book.
SECTION A
(BIOCHEMISTRY)
I. Essay (1x20=20)
1. Write down the normal blood glucose level. Describe the hormonal
regulation of Blood glucose level. Add a note on glycosuria.
II. Write Notes on: (4x5=20)
1. Essential amino acids
2. Kidney Function tests
3. Enzymes – clinical significance
4. Elevated blood uric acid level.
III. Short Answer on: (5x2=10)
1. Name the ketone bodies
2. Serum proteins and their normal values
3. Phospholipids
4. Name any four important abnormal constituents of urine
5. Phosphorylation
SECTION B
(BIOPHYSICS)
I. Essay: (1x20=20)
1. Describe in detail various equipments used in intensive care unit.
II. Write Notes on: (4x5=20)
1. Application of light in nursing.
2. Noise Pollution
3. Blood pressure measurements.
4. Radio isotopes used in medicine.
III. Short Answers on: (5x2=10)
1. Second order of lever.
2. Normal ECG waveform.
3. Differentiate between scalar and vector quantities.
4. Biological effects of electric shock.
5. Myopia and Hypermetropia.
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Dr. MGR University FEBRUARY 2014 Question Paper
Subject : Paper III  BIOCHEMISTRY AND BIOPHYSICS

[LE 824] Sub Code : 4884
POST BASIC BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING DEGREE
EXAMINATION
First Year - Non Semester
Paper III – BIOCHEMISTRY AND BIOPHYSICS
Q.P. Code : 684884
Time : Three hours (180 Min) Maximum : 75 marks
Answer Section A and B in a SEPARATE answer book.
SECTION A
(BIOCHEMISTRY)
I. Essay (1x15=15)
1. Explain the various factors which influence enzyme activity. Give the diagnostic
importance of the enzymes-Transaminase and Alkaline phosphatase.
II. Write Notes on: (3x5=15)
1. Plasma proteins and their functions
2. TCA Cycle
3. Biological importance of lipids.
III. Short Answers on: (5x2=10)
1. Lysosome
2. Normal level of blood urea and creatinine
3. Acidosis
4. Two differences between DNA and RNA
5. Name the aromatic amino acids
SECTION B
(BIOPHYSICS)
I. Essay: (1x15=15)
1. What is Gravity? Give an essay on the effect of gravity on the human body and its
application in nursing.
II. Write Notes on: (2x5=10)
1. Focusing elements of the eye
2. What is radioactivity? Give the names of two isotopes and their applications in
medicine.
III. Short Answers on: (5x2=10)
1. Temperature scales.
2. Acceleration.
3. Refraction.
4. Relative humidity.
5. Specific heat.
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Dr. MGR University AUGUST 2014 Question Paper
Subject : Paper III  BIOCHEMISTRY AND BIOPHYSICS

[LF 824] Sub. Code: 4884
POST BASIC BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING DEGREE
EXAMINATION
First Year - Non Semester
PAPER III – BIOCHEMISTRY AND BIOPHYSICS
Q.P. Code: 684884
Time: Three Hours Maximum: 75 marks
Answer Section A and B in a SEPARATE answer book.
SECTION A
(BIOCHEMISTRY)
I. Essay: (1x15=15)
1. Describe the metabolism of Krebs cycle. Explain how many ATP molecules
 are formed in this cycle?
II. Write Notes on: (3x5=15)
1. GTT
2. Enzymes of clinical importance
3. Lipoproteins
III. Short Answers on: (5x2=10)
1. Ribosomes
2. Phenylketonuria
3. Scurvy
4. Fluoride
5. Essential Fatty acids
SECTION B
(BIOPHYSICS)
I. Essay: (1x15=15)
1. Discuss the application of the principles of pressure in nursing.
II. Write Notes on: (2x5=10)
1. Sphygmomanometer.
2. Electromagnetic spectrum
III. Short Answers on: (5x2=10)
1. Equation for relationship between energy, frequency and wavelength of light
2. Application of hydrometer.
3. Simple pulleys.
4. Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)
5. Total internal reflection
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Dr. MGR University FEBRUARY 2015 Question Paper
Subject : Paper III  BIOCHEMISTRY AND BIOPHYSICS

[LG 824] Sub. Code: 4884
POST BASIC BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING DEGREE
EXAMINATION
FIRST YEAR - NON SEMESTER
PAPER III – BIOCHEMISTRY AND BIOPHYSICS
Q.P. Code : 684884
Time: Three hours Maximum : 75 marks
Answer Section A and B in a SEPARATE answer book.
SECTION A
(BIOCHEMISTRY)
I. Essay: (1 x 15 = 15)
1. Give a detailed account of TCA cycle. How many molecules of ATP are produced
 on complete oxidation of one molecule of glucose?
II. Write notes on: (3 x 5 = 15)
1. Enzyme profile in clinical diagnosis
2. Urea cycle
3. Essential amino acids
III. Short answers on: (5 x 2 = 10)
1. Endoplasmic reticulum
2. Gout
3. Normal level of urea and cholesterol in serum
4. Night blindness
5. Wilson’s disease
SECTION B
(BIOPHYSICS)
I. Essay: (1 x 15 = 15)
1. Give an essay on the physiology of hearing.
II. Write notes on: (2 x 5 = 10)
1. Law of conservation of energy
2. Instruments used for detecting ionizing radiation
III. Short answers on: (5 x 2 = 10)
1. Derived units
2. Law of floatation
3. Inclined plane
4. Ocular pressure
5. Hypermetropia
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Dr. MGR University AUGUST 2015 Question Paper
Subject : Paper III  BIOCHEMISTRY AND BIOPHYSICS

[LH 824] Sub. Code: 4884
POST BASIC BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING
DEGREE EXAMINATION
FIRST YEAR – NON SEMESTER
PAPER III – BIOCHEMISTRY AND BIOPHYSICS
Q.P. Code: 684884
Time : Three Hours Maximum : 75 marks
Answer ALL questions
Answer Section A and B in a SEPARATE answer book.
SECTION A
(BIOCHEMISTRY)
I. Essay: (1 x 15 = 15)
 1. Describe the metabolism of glycolysis, its energetics and regulation.
II. Write notes on: (3 x 5 = 15)
 1. Importance of vitamins.
 2. Urea cycle.
 3. Metabolic Acidosis.
III. Short answers on: (5 x 2 = 10)
 1. Name any four Trace Elements.
 2. Name any two Special proteins.
 3. Albinism.
 4. Name the types of Jaundice.
 5. Golgi complex.
SECTION B
(BIOPHYSICS)
I. Essay: (1 x 15 = 15)
 1. a) Explain the four methods of heating the tissues.
 b) Explain the first law of Newton with an example.
II. Write notes on: (2 x 5 = 10)
 1. States of Equilibrium with examples.
 2. Explain Total internal reflection and the application in medicine.
III. Short answers on: (5 x 2 = 10)
 1. Buoyant force.
 2. Dalton’s law.
 3. Law of conservation of energy.
 4. What is the difference between Mass and Weight?
 5. Give two names of radioisotopes used in Brachytherapy.
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