Q no 1

(a) Explain the principles of microbiology. (06 marks)

(b) Explain the importance of microbiology and its relevance to nursing. (09 marks)

Q no 2
(a) Explain in detail about the general structure of viruses with proper diagram.
(10 marks)
(b) Explain in detail about acid fast staining. (05 marks)

Q no 3
(a) Define sterilization. Explain in detail about the different types of sterilization.
(07 marks)
(b) Explain in detail about bio medical waste management. (08 marks)

Q no 4
(a) Define immunity. Explain in detail about different types of immunity. (08 marks)
(b) Explain in detail about antigen and antibody reaction. (07 marks)

Q no 5: Write short notes on any three? (5x3=15 marks)

(a) Standard safety measures.
(b) Vaccines and sera.
(c) Immunization schedule.
(d) Superficial and deep mycoses.
(e) Structure of bacteria.