JEPBN Mock Test 10

Part A: General Subjects

1. What is the primary function of the 'pituitary gland'?

a) Regulating blood pressure b) Controlling other endocrine glands c) Digesting carbohydrates d) Storing bile

2. Which part of the 'nervous system' is responsible for the "fight or flight" response?

a) Somatic Nervous System b) Parasympathetic Nervous System c) Central Nervous System d) Sympathetic Nervous System

3. What is the term for a foreign substance that can trigger an immune response in the body?

a) Antibody b) Antigen c) Hormone d) Enzyme

4. Which of the following is a common symptom of 'tuberculosis' (TB)?

a) Unexplained weight gain b) Chronic cough and night sweats c) A sudden drop in blood pressure d) A rash on the skin

5. What is the primary function of 'enzymes' in the human body?

a) To transport oxygen b) To speed up chemical reactions c) To store energy d) To fight infections

6. Which of the following is a symptom of 'hypoglycemia'?

a) High blood sugar levels b) Sweating, shaking, and confusion c) Increased appetite d) Unexplained weight gain

7. What is the main function of the 'kidneys'?

a) Pumping blood to the heart b) Filtering waste from the blood and producing urine c) Absorbing nutrients d) Producing digestive enzymes

8. In sociology, what does the term 'socialization' refer to?

a) The process of learning to interact with others b) The act of a person leaving their home country c) The study of social institutions d) The process of social change

9. What is the term for a drug that works against the action of another drug or a hormone?

a) Agonist b) Antagonist c) Synergist d) Placebo

10. Which of the following is a symptom of 'hypertension' (high blood pressure)?

a) A chronic cough b) Sudden, severe chest pain c) A headache or dizziness d) Unexplained weight loss

11. What is the main cause of 'type 2 diabetes'?

a) A diet high in protein b) The body's inability to use insulin properly (insulin resistance) c) A viral infection d) Lack of exercise

12. Which of the following is a 'water-soluble vitamin'?

a) Vitamin A b) Vitamin D c) Vitamin C d) Vitamin K

13. What is the primary function of the 'esophagus'?

a) Digesting food b) Transporting food from the mouth to the stomach c) Absorbing nutrients d) Filtering waste from the blood

14. What is the term for a disease-causing microorganism?

a) Antigen b) Toxin c) Pathogen d) Antibody

15. What is the 'Eustachian tube's' primary function?

a) Regulating balance b) Connecting the middle ear to the throat c) Hearing sound d) Producing earwax

16. In psychology, what is the 'fight-or-flight' response?

a) A reaction to stress that prepares the body for a physical challenge b) The process of learning a new skill c) The feeling of being sad d) The feeling of being happy

17. What is the primary function of the 'liver'?

a) Storing bile b) Pumping blood c) Filtering blood and detoxifying chemicals d) Producing insulin

18. What is the term for the process of a microorganism entering a new host?

a) Incubation b) Colonization c) Infection d) Sterilization

19. Which of the following is a common sign of a 'stroke'?

a) A sudden drop in body temperature b) Facial drooping and weakness on one side of the body c) A chronic cough d) A sudden increase in blood pressure

20. What is the primary function of 'melanin' in the skin?

a) Protecting the skin from UV radiation b) Regulating body temperature c) Producing sweat d) Fighting infections

Part B: Nursing Subjects

21. In community health nursing, what is the primary purpose of a 'mass screening program'?

a) To treat a disease b) To identify individuals with a specific disease or risk factors c) To manage a chronic illness d) To provide a list of medications to the community

22. What is the most important nursing intervention for a patient with 'diabetic ketoacidosis'?

a) Encouraging a high-sugar diet b) Administering insulin as ordered and monitoring blood glucose levels c) Providing a cold bath d) Encouraging the patient to walk around

23. What is the 'therapeutic relationship' in psychiatric nursing?

a) A social relationship between the nurse and patient b) A professional and purposeful relationship focused on the patient's well-being c) A relationship based on a nurse's personal feelings d) A relationship where the nurse is a friend to the patient

24. What is the most important nursing intervention for a newborn experiencing 'hypothermia'?

a) Wrapping the baby in cold blankets b) Warming the baby slowly and providing skin-to-skin contact c) Giving the baby a cold bath d) Giving the baby a sedative

25. What is the primary purpose of a 'surgical safety checklist'?

a) To manage the hospital's resources b) To ensure all necessary procedures and preparations are complete before surgery c) To document the patient's medical history d) To provide a list of medications to the patient

26. What is the most important nursing intervention for a patient with 'seizures'?

a) Giving the patient a cold bath b) Placing a tongue depressor in the patient's mouth c) Protecting the patient from injury and providing a safe environment d) Encouraging the patient to walk around

27. What is the main purpose of a 'health promotion' program in community health nursing?

a) To treat a disease b) To manage a chronic illness c) To improve the health of individuals and communities through education and empowerment d) To provide a list of medications to the community

28. What is the primary role of a nurse during the 'second stage of labor'?

a) To monitor the mother and fetus b) To prepare for the delivery of the baby and provide support to the mother c) To administer a C-section d) To provide a new diet plan

29. What is the 'Universal Precautions' principle in nursing?

a) To use sterile gloves for all procedures b) To treat all patients' blood, body fluids, and secretions as potentially infectious c) To wear a mask and gloves for every patient interaction d) To wash hands only after leaving a patient's room

30. What is the most important nursing intervention for a patient with 'postpartum hemorrhage'?

a) Giving the patient a high-fat diet b) Monitoring the patient's blood loss and massaging the fundus c) Encouraging the patient to walk around d) Giving the patient a cold bath

31. Which of the following is a key sign of a patient with 'deep vein thrombosis (DVT)'?

a) A sudden increase in body temperature b) Swelling, redness, and pain in the calf or thigh c) A severe headache d) A rash on the skin

32. What is the primary role of a nurse in a psychiatric setting when a patient is experiencing a 'suicidal crisis'?

a) To leave the patient alone b) To provide a safe environment and implement suicide precautions c) To tell the patient to be happy d) To ignore the patient's feelings

33. What is the main purpose of 'discharge planning' in nursing?

a) To decide when a patient can leave the hospital b) To provide a seamless transition of care for the patient from the hospital to their home or another facility c) To tell the patient's family about their diagnosis d) To provide a list of medications to the patient

34. What is the most important nursing intervention for a patient with a 'urinary retention'?

a) Administering a high-dose sedative b) Placing the patient in a supine position c) Encouraging the patient to drink more water d) Inserting a urinary catheter as ordered

35. What is the primary purpose of a 'patient care plan'?

a) To manage the hospital's resources b) To provide individualized care based on a patient's needs and goals c) To document the patient's medical history d) To provide a list of medications to the patient

36. Which of the following is a key sign of a newborn with 'respiratory distress'?

a) A slow heart rate b) Rapid, labored breathing and nasal flaring c) A pink skin color d) A sudden increase in body temperature

37. What is the most important nursing intervention for a patient experiencing 'anaphylaxis'?

a) Administering a sedative b) Maintaining an open airway and administering epinephrine as ordered c) Giving the patient a cold bath d) Encouraging the patient to walk around

38. What is the main purpose of 'breastfeeding' for a newborn?

a) To help the baby sleep b) To provide nutrients and passive immunity to the baby c) To prevent the baby from getting a cold d) To help the baby with mobility

39. What is 'therapeutic communication' in nursing?

a) A form of conversation with a patient b) A method of documenting patient vital signs c) A goal-oriented form of communication used to build a trusting relationship with a patient d) A form of non-verbal communication

40. What is the primary purpose of 'post-operative care'?

a) To prepare a patient for surgery b) To provide care and monitor a patient after surgery to prevent complications c) To administer a high-dose sedative d) To provide a new diet plan to the patient

41. What is the primary role of a nurse in a psychiatric setting when a patient is experiencing a 'suicidal crisis'?

a) To leave the patient alone b) To provide a safe environment and implement suicide precautions c) To tell the patient to be happy d) To ignore the patient's feelings

42. Which of the following is a common symptom of 'dementia'?

a) A sudden onset of a headache b) Memory loss and difficulty with problem-solving c) Unexplained weight loss d) A sudden drop in body temperature

43. What is the 'Universal Precautions' principle in nursing?

a) To use sterile gloves for all procedures b) To treat all patients' blood, body fluids, and secretions as potentially infectious c) To wear a mask and gloves for every patient interaction d) To wash hands only after leaving a patient's room

44. What is the primary role of a pediatric nurse in a patient with a cough and cold?

a) To give the child a cold compress b) To monitor the child's respiratory status and provide comfort measures c) To tell the parents not to worry d) To administer an antibiotic

45. What is the main purpose of 'discharge planning' in nursing?

a) To decide when a patient can leave the hospital b) To provide a seamless transition of care for the patient from the hospital to their home or another facility c) To tell the patient's family about their diagnosis d) To provide a list of medications to the patient

46. What is the most important nursing intervention for a patient with a 'urinary retention'?

a) Administering a high-dose sedative b) Placing the patient in a supine position c) Encouraging the patient to drink more water d) Inserting a urinary catheter as ordered

47. What is the primary purpose of a 'patient care plan'?

a) To manage the hospital's resources b) To provide individualized care based on a patient's needs and goals c) To document the patient's medical history d) To provide a list of medications to the patient

48. Which of the following is a key sign of a newborn with 'respiratory distress'?

a) A slow heart rate b) Rapid, labored breathing and nasal flaring c) A pink skin color d) A sudden increase in body temperature

49. What is the most important nursing intervention for a patient experiencing 'anaphylaxis'?

a) Administering a sedative b) Maintaining an open airway and administering epinephrine as ordered c) Giving the patient a cold bath d) Encouraging the patient to walk around

50. What is the main purpose of 'breastfeeding' for a newborn?

a) To help the baby sleep b) To provide nutrients and passive immunity to the baby c) To prevent the baby from getting a cold d) To help the baby with mobility

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