JEPBN Mock Test 8

Part A: General Subjects

1. What is the main function of 'platelets' in the blood?

a) Transporting oxygen b) Fighting infection c) Blood clotting d) Regulating body temperature

2. Which part of the brain is responsible for a person's personality, intelligence, and voluntary muscle activity?

a) Frontal Lobe b) Parietal Lobe c) Occipital Lobe d) Temporal Lobe

3. What is the primary role of the hormone 'insulin'?

a) To increase blood sugar levels b) To regulate sleep cycles c) To decrease blood sugar levels d) To control metabolic rate

4. Which type of muscle is responsible for involuntary movements, such as the contraction of the intestines?

a) Cardiac muscle b) Skeletal muscle c) Smooth muscle d) Voluntary muscle

5. What is the term for a microorganism that can only replicate inside a host cell?

a) Bacterium b) Fungus c) Virus d) Parasite

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

a) High blood pressure b) Pain or burning during urination c) A sudden drop in body temperature d) Unexplained weight loss

7. What is the primary function of the 'trachea'?

a) Carrying food to the stomach b) Producing vocal sounds c) Carrying air to the lungs d) Filtering waste from the blood

8. The psychological concept of 'id, ego, and superego' was proposed by:

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

9. Which of the following is an example of a 'fat-soluble vitamin'?

a) Vitamin C b) Vitamin B12 c) Vitamin K d) Thiamin (Vitamin B1)

10. What is the most common cause of 'peptic ulcers'?

a) A high-fat diet b) The bacterium Helicobacter pylori c) Lack of sleep d) High blood pressure

11. 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

12. In pharmacology, what is the 'intravenous (IV)' route of drug administration?

a) Administering a drug through a vein b) Administering a drug orally c) Administering a drug into a muscle d) Administering a drug under the skin

13. What is the primary function of the 'thyroid gland'?

a) Regulating blood sugar b) Regulating the body's metabolism c) Controlling blood pressure d) Regulating heart rate

14. Which of the following is a common symptom of a 'pulmonary embolism'?

a) Mild headache b) Sudden shortness of breath and chest pain c) Swelling in the feet d) Unexplained weight gain

15. The 'Maslow's hierarchy of needs' includes which of the following?

a) Cognitive development b) Self-actualization c) Physiological needs d) Classical conditioning

16. What is the primary function of 'antibodies' in the immune system?

a) To produce hormones b) To attack and neutralize foreign invaders c) To store energy d) To carry oxygen

17. Which of the following is a common symptom of 'cirrhosis of the liver'?

a) A sudden drop in body temperature b) Yellowish skin and eyes (jaundice) c) A chronic cough d) A sudden increase in blood pressure

18. In sociology, what does the term 'social stratification' refer to?

a) The movement of people from one country to another b) A society's categorization of people into socioeconomic tiers c) The process of learning social norms d) The study of social institutions

19. Which of the following is a primary function of the 'spleen'?

a) Filtering blood and recycling old red blood cells b) Producing insulin c) Digesting food d) Pumping blood to the heart

20. What is the term for the process of converting food into energy for the body's cells?

a) Digestion b) Respiration c) Metabolism d) Excretion

Part B: Nursing Subjects

21. 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

22. What is the primary purpose of a 'pre-operative checklist' in nursing?

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

23. Which of the following is a key sign of a newborn with 'congenital heart disease'?

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

24. 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

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 promote healing and prevent further skin breakdown c) To prevent the ulcer from getting wet 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. In psychiatric nursing, what is the purpose of 'cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)'?

a) To talk about past trauma b) To change negative thought patterns and behaviors c) To give the patient a cold bath d) To tell the patient to be happy

29. 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

30. 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

31. 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

32. 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

33. 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

34. 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

35. 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

36. 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

37. 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

38. Which of the following is a key sign of a patient with 'hypoglycemia'?

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

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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