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a year agoContributor-Level 10
BSc Nursing primarily focuses on nursing care, patient management, and overall healthcare. Nurses play a crucial role in patient assessment, administering medications, coordinating care, and providing emotional support.
On the other hand, Respiratory therapists specialize in the assessment and treatment of patients with respiratory disorders. They are trained to manage conditions such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and other respiratory illnesses.
Candidates can check the table below to see the comparison between the two.
Particulars | Respiratory Care Technology | BSc Nursing |
|---|---|---|
Course Level | UG, PG and Doctorate | UG |
Course Duration | 2-3 years | 4 years |
Course Fee | INR 1,800 - INR 1.26 Cr | INR 8,500 to INR 1.3 Lakh |
Admission Criteria | For UG - Merit Based For PG - NEET PG | KCET, NEET, CUET, AIIMS Paramedical, IPU CET, BVP CET, AIIMS Nursing, PGIMER Nursing, etc. |
Popular Colleges | Christian Medical College, Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences, Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, Dr. D.Y. Patil Vidyapeeth, etc. | JIPMER Puducherry, SRM Medical College Hospital and Research Centre, NIMS Nursing College, Armed Forces Medical College, etc. |
Job Profiles | Respiratory Therapist, Neonatal Respiratory Care Technologist, Consultant Pulmonologist, Clinical Application Therapist, Adult Critical Care Specialist, etc. | Executive Administrative Assistant, Staff Nurse, Emergency Medical Technician, Manager Trainee, Medical Coder, Operations Manager |
Average Salary | INR 3 LPA - INR 21 LPA | Up to INR 5.1 LPA |
Top Recruiters | Apollo Hospitals, Max Hospitals, Columbia Asia Hospitals, Metro Hospitals, Rainbow Hospitals, Fortis Healthcare, etc. | Apollo Hospitals Enterprise, Fortis Healthcare, Wockhardt Hospitals, Global Hospitals, Max Hospital, Manipal Hospital, etc. |
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a year agoContributor-Level 8
The latest cutoff information for B.Sc. in Nursing at Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences for 2024 indicates the following eligibility cutoff ranks for AP B.Sc. Nursing Counselling:
General Category: Up to 40,382 (50th percentile)
SC/ST/BC & Persons with Disability: Up to 48,459 (40th percentile)
General Category Persons with Disability: Up to 40,382 (45th percentile)
Candidates must register by September 17, 2024, to participate in the counseling process.
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a year agoContributor-Level 8
For the IGNOU Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing program in 2024, admission is based on the OPENNET exam. Candidates must have a GNM diploma and at least two years of work experience after registration as a nurse. The application process is online, with a fee of INR 1,000 and a total course fee of INR 69,000. The last date to apply was September 20, 2024. To qualify, candidates typically need to score at least 50% in the OPENNET exam, as admission is merit-based
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Hi, please refer below for the top Nursing colleges in Lucknow according to NIRF 2024 under the Medical category:
College Name | NIRF 2022 | NIRF 2023 | NIRF 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|
Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences Ranking | 7 | 7 | 6 |
King George's Medical University Ranking | 11 | 12 | 19 |
Disclaimer: This information is sourced from official website of the ranking body listed and may vary.
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a year agoContributor-Level 9
B.Sc. in Nursing at Lord Jagannath Mission's College of Nursing is a 4 years course offered at the UG level. The course is provided in full time mode to students. Admission to B.Sc Nursing programme at this college is completely merit based. Candidates are selected for admission based on academic performance. The minimum cutoff marks is that candidate must have passed 10+2 in Science stream (PCB) with aggregate of 45% marks from any recognized board in order to be eligible for admission. It is recommended to visit the official college website or contact college directly for comprehensive details regarding admission process, eligibility
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a year agoContributor-Level 9
The application form and prospectus for the General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) course at the School of Nursing, Ramakrishna Mission Hospital, Itanagar, will be available from Monday, July 8, 2024. You can obtain these from the hospital's registration counter during office hours (9 AM to 12 PM) for a fee of INR 500.
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a year agoContributor-Level 9
Qualifying Examination: Pass Class 12 or equivalent in the Science stream with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as compulsory subjects. Minimum Percentage: Secure at least 50 per cent marks in aggregate (45% for reserved categories).Candidates who have completed the class 12th exam with PCB as the main subject can apply for admission into the BSc Nursing course. Popular medical colleges conduct entrance exams like AIIMS Paramedical, NEET, and IPU CET to offer admission to the BSc Nursing programme.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
A BSc Nursing prepares individuals to provide comprehensive patient care across various healthcare settings, including administering medications, coordinating care, and educating patients and families. Nurses are trained to handle a broad range of medical conditions and perform various clinical tasks.
In contrast, a BSc Respiratory Therapy Technology focuses specifically on the diagnosis, treatment, and management of respiratory disorders. Respiratory therapists are experts in handling respiratory equipment, performing diagnostic tests, and managing conditions like asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and other respirat
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth is the top ranking Nursing college in Pune according to NIRF ranking 2025. Nursing courses are offered at diploma, UG, PG, and doctoral levels.
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a year agoContributor-Level 9
MH CET Nursing exam is a state-level BSc nursing entrance exam conducted by Maharashtra CET Cell. It is an online (computer-based) exam that is conducted annually to grant admission to Government Nursing Colleges. MH BSc nursing CET syllabus comprise of subjects such as Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English. The course will be as per the HSC examination as prescribed by Maharashtra State Board of Secondary & Higher Secondary Education, Pune. MH CET Nursing exam will be comprised of 100 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) each carrying one mark.
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