BSc Nursing Exam Syllabus

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Human anatomy

Students will learn about the human body's functions and how to identify the causes of illness. Anatomy and physiology ideas can be understood by students. This course introduces principles and practical applications for assessing, diagnosing, and tracking a patient's health. 

The syllabus also includes the following sections:

• Introduction to anatomical terms, organisation of the human body

• The skeletal system

• The muscular system

• The nervous system

• The sensory system

• The circulatory and lymphatic system

• The respiratory system

• The digestive system

• The excretory system

• The endocrine system

• The reproductive system including breast 

Sociology 

Students will learn about the study of human behaviour and human interactions, as well as the factors that influence human behaviour. It also enables students to improve patient care quality. 

The syllabus also includes the following sections:

• Introduction to sociology in nursing 

• Inter-relationship between individual & society 

• Influence of culture on health

• Biodiversity and its conservation 

• Identify various social groups and processes 

• Growth of population in India 

• Institutions of family and marriage 

• Classes of social stratification 

• Types of communities in India 

• Process of social change 

• Process of social control 

Nutrition 

Students will examine the notion of nutrition in food, how the body uses it, and the relationship between diet, health, and diseases in this course. The nutrients are required for the body's sustenance. Proteins, carbs, fat, vitamins, minerals, fibre, and water are all components of nutrition. 

The syllabus also includes the following sections:

• Introduction to nutrition 

• Carbohydrates 

• Fats

• Proteins 

• Energy

• Vitamins and minerals

• Water and electrolytes 

• Cookery rules and preservation of nutrients 

• Balanced diet 

• Role of nurse in nutritional programmes

Biochemistry 

Biochemistry is the study of chemistry's application at the cellular and molecular levels. Students will study about biological processes that occur in cells and organisms. Biochemistry is the study of the structure of proteins, carbohydrates, enzymes, lipids, and other substances that occur in any living organism in the environment. 

The syllabus also includes the following sections:

• Introduction to biochemistry 

• Structure and functions of cell membrane 

• Composition and metabolism of carbohydrates 

• Composition and metabolism of lipids 

• Composition and metabolism of amino acids and proteins 

• Composition of vitamins and minerals 

• Immunochemistry 

Psychology 

In this subject, students learn about the scientific study of the mind and behaviour. Students will learn about the actions involved in analysing and comprehending a patient's mental process, brain functioning, and behaviour in this course. 

The syllabus also includes the following sections:

• Introduction to psychology 

• Biology of behaviour 

• Cognitive processes and types 

• Motivation and emotional processes

• Concepts of personality 

• Developmental psychology 

• Characteristics of mental hygiene and mental health 

• Psychological assessment & tests 

Microbiology 

Microbiology is the study of living creatures that are not visible to the naked eye because they are too small. Under this course, students also learn about microbiology ideas, microbial characteristics, and infection controls. 

The syllabus also includes the following sections:

• Introduction, concepts of microbiology 

• General characteristics of microbes

• Infection control

• Biomedical waste management

• Pathogenic organisms

• Concept of immunity

Computers 

Computers are also necessary for nursing students to learn. Students learn about computers, which are utilised to access vital information about a patient's health and condition. In a laboratory, nurses utilise computers to retrieve laboratory testing and X-rays and prepare health reports. 

The syllabus also includes the following sections:

• Introduction to various concepts of computer

• Introduction to disk operating system 

• Multimedia types & uses 

• Use of internet and email

• Statistical packages 

• Hospital management system 

Medical health nursing 

Medical asepsis will be taught to students. This course teaches how to recognise typical symptoms and signs of a patient's health. Medical health nursing also educates how to cope with respiratory issues, digestive difficulties, common blood vascular problems, and other common health issues. 

The syllabus also includes the following sections:

• Introduction to medical surgical asepsis

• Common signs and symptoms of management

• Nursing management of patients with respiratory problems 

• Nursing management of a patient with disorders of the digestive system

• Nursing management of a patient with blood and cardiovascular problems

• Nursing management of patients with communicable diseases 

• Perioperative nursing

• Composition and Function of Blood
• Cardio Vascular System
• Excretory System
• Endocrine and Metabolism

• Skeletal and Joint System
• Respiratory System
• Muscular System
• Digestive System 

• Different methods of cooking and their effect on the body
• Meaning of Food, Nutrition, and Dietetics
• Methods of Calculating Calories
• Therapeutic adaptions of a normal diet

• Amino Acids
• Introduction and Classification of Carbohydrates
• Catabolism of Nucleic Acid
• Enzymes, Nature, and Functions 

• Principles and Applications of Psychiatric Nursing
• Nursing approaches as per the behaviours, disorders, aggression, etc
• Role in Chemotherapy, Psychotherapy, Occupational Therapy, etc.
• Psychiatric Emergencies 

• Maintaining the body dynamic equilibrium
• Medical and surgical nursing management of patients with Angina, hypertension, etc.
• Principles of Orthopaedic Nursing and Techniques
• ENT (Ear, Nose, and Throat) Nursing

• Sterilization of Instruments
• Types of Anesthesia
• How to care for patients before, after and during the operation
• Knowing the instruments

• Concept, Scope, Limitations, and Benefits of Health Education
• Health Communication and Teaching
• Audio-Visual Aids
• Methods of Health Education

• Morphology and classification of bacterial Factors and conditions affecting the growth of bacteria Immunity and Immunization Process Serological tests and their corresponding diseases 

• Blood Examination
• Lumbar Air Study
•  Electrocardiography Angio
• Cardiography 

• History of Community Medicine and Community Nursing
• Organization and Administration of Health Services
• Role of Epidemiology in Community Health
• Principles and Concepts of Public Health 

• History of Community Medicine and Community Nursing
• Organization and Administration of Health Services
• Role of Epidemiology in Community Health
• Principles and Concepts of Public Health 

• Social structure of the society and individual
• The city and the country: Sociological and Economical contrasts
• Human Relations
• Significance of Sociology in Nursing 

• Popular Nursing Programs
• Role of famous international organizations in the development of the nursing profession
• Nursing Registration and Legislation
• Nurse’s role in family planning

• Anatomy and Physiology
• Embryology
• Preparation for Delivery
• Physiology of Labour

• Formal and Informal Organizational Structure Elementary Principles of Medicine
• Philosophy of Supervision
• Medico-Legal Aspects of MCH services

• Types of measures, graphs methods of presentation
• Introduction to Computer Science
• Microsoft Windows
• Introduction to Database 

• Literature book as prescribed by the college/ university
• Essay, Letter Writing
• Grammar topics like Speech, Articles, Direct and Indirect, Idioms, etc.