JEPBN Mock Test 7

Part A: General Subjects

1. What is the primary function of the 'gallbladder'?

a) Producing insulin b) Storing and concentrating bile c) Filtering blood d) Absorbing nutrients

2. Which part of the brain is responsible for controlling balance and coordination?

a) Cerebrum b) Medulla oblongata c) Cerebellum d) Thalamus

3. What is the main component of a red blood cell?

a) Platelets b) White blood cells c) Hemoglobin d) Plasma

4. Which of the following is a type of protein that functions as an enzyme?

a) Insulin b) Amylase c) Glucagon d) Estrogen

5. What is the process by which a cell engulfs a solid particle?

a) Pinocytosis b) Phagocytosis c) Osmosis d) Diffusion

6. Which of the following is an example of a 'macronutrient'?

a) Vitamin A b) Calcium c) Carbohydrates d) Iron

7. What is the term for a sudden and uncontrollable change in the electrical activity of the brain, causing a change in behavior or consciousness?

a) Stroke b) Seizure c) Aneurysm d) Epilepsy

8. What is the primary function of the 'thymus gland'?

a) Regulating metabolism b) Developing T-lymphocytes for the immune system c) Producing insulin d) Storing bile

9. Which of the following is an example of a 'vector-borne disease'?

a) Tuberculosis b) Malaria c) Measles d) Chickenpox

10. In sociology, what does the term 'cultural relativism' refer to?

a) The belief that one's own culture is superior to others b) The practice of judging a culture by its own standards c) The study of different social classes d) The process of social change

11. What is the most common cause of 'cirrhosis of the liver'?

a) High blood pressure b) Chronic alcoholism or hepatitis c) A bacterial infection d) A viral infection

12. What is the main purpose of 'lymph nodes'?

a) Producing red blood cells b) Filtering waste from the blood c) Filtering lymph and fighting infections d) Pumping blood to the heart

13. What is the term for a drug's effect on the body, including its mechanism of action and side effects?

a) Pharmacokinetics b) Pharmacodynamics c) Toxicology d) Therapeutics

14. Which of the following is a symptom of a 'urinary tract infection (UTI)'?

a) Unexplained weight loss b) Pain or burning during urination c) A sudden drop in body temperature d) A severe headache

15. The psychological concept of 'defense mechanisms' was proposed by:

a) Sigmund Freud b) Ivan Pavlov c) B.F. Skinner d) Carl Jung

16. What is the primary cause of 'anemia'?

a) High red blood cell count b) Low iron levels in the blood c) High blood pressure d) High blood sugar

17. Which of the following is a 'modifying factor' in the 'chain of infection'?

a) The host's immunity b) The type of pathogen c) The mode of transmission d) The source of the infection

18. What is the primary role of the pancreas in regulating blood sugar?

a) Producing insulin and glucagon b) Filtering waste from the blood c) Storing glycogen d) Absorbing glucose from the blood

19. Which of the following is a common symptom of a 'heart attack'?

a) Mild headache b) Sudden, severe chest pain c) Swelling in the feet d) Unexplained weight gain

20. What is a 'cultural shock'?

a) The experience of moving to a new country b) A feeling of confusion, anxiety, or disorientation when experiencing a new culture c) A form of entertainment d) A type of social norm

Part B: Nursing Subjects

21. What is the most important nursing intervention for a patient with 'dehydration'?

a) Encouraging the patient to eat a high-fat diet b) Providing oral fluids and monitoring fluid balance c) Administering a high-dose sedative d) Giving the patient a cold bath

22. 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

23. 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

24. What is the primary 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

25. What is the primary goal of nursing care for a patient with a 'pressure ulcer'?

a) To keep the patient in one position b) To prevent the ulcer from getting wet c) To promote healing and prevent further skin breakdown d) To encourage the patient to eat a low-protein diet

26. Which of the following is a key principle of 'wound irrigation'?

a) Using a high-pressure stream of water b) Using a cold solution c) Using a sterile solution and a gentle, steady flow d) Using a non-sterile solution

27. What is the most important nursing intervention for a patient who is 'unconscious'?

a) Placing the patient in a supine position b) Monitoring the patient's vital signs and maintaining a patent airway c) Encouraging the patient to speak d) Leaving the patient alone

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

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

29. In pediatric nursing, what is the purpose of 'immunization'?

a) To treat a disease after it has occurred b) To make a child's immune system resistant to a specific disease c) To diagnose a disease d) To manage a chronic illness

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

a) To push the baby out b) To monitor the mother's and fetus's vital signs and provide comfort measures c) To administer a C-section d) To provide a new diet plan

32. 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

33. 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

34. What is the primary role of a community health nurse in a 'vaccination clinic'?

a) To diagnose diseases b) To provide medical treatment c) To administer vaccines and provide health education d) To perform surgery

35. 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

36. What is the 'chain of infection'?

a) A series of steps that a microorganism must follow to cause an infection b) A type of medical equipment c) A list of diseases d) A method of sterilizing equipment

37. What is the purpose of 'medical asepsis' in nursing?

a) To create a sterile environment b) To reduce the number of microorganisms and prevent their spread c) To clean the hands to prevent the spread of microorganisms d) To store sterile equipment

38. What is the primary purpose of a 'neurological assessment'?

a) To assess the patient's blood pressure b) To assess the patient's level of consciousness and neurological function c) To assess the patient's pain level d) To assess the patient's risk for falls

39. What is the most important nursing intervention for a patient with 'hypoglycemia'?

a) Shivering, sweating, and confusion b) High blood pressure c) Unexplained weight gain d) A sudden decrease in body temperature

40. 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

41. 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

42. 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

43. 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

44. 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

45. 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

46. 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

47. 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

48. 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

49. 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

50. 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

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