Edo state school of nursing past questions and answers

Edo state school of nursing past questions and answers

What is the primary role of a nurse?

A) Diagnosing diseases

B) Administering medications

C) Drawing blood samples

D) Providing patient care

Answer: D) Providing patient care

Which of the following vital signs is measured in millimeters of mercury (mmHg)?

A) Heart rate

B) Body temperature

C) Blood pressure

D) Respiratory rate

Answer: C) Blood pressure

What is the normal range for adult resting heart rate?

A) 30-60 beats per minute

B) 60-100 beats per minute

C) 100-150 beats per minute

D) 150-200 beats per minute

Answer: B) 60-100 beats per minute

Which of the following is a common symptom of shock?

A) High blood pressure

B) Slow breathing

C) Rapid pulse

D) Warm skin

Answer: C) Rapid pulse

What is the purpose of a Foley catheter in patient care?

A) Administering IV medications

B) Monitoring blood pressure

C) Collecting urine

D) Measuring body temperature

Answer: C) Collecting urine

Which of the following is not a type of personal protective equipment (PPE)?

A) Stethoscope

B) Gloves

C) Goggles

D) Face mask

Answer: A) Stethoscope

The acronym "CPR" stands for:

A) Cardiovascular Prevention and Rehabilitation

B) Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation

C) Centralized Patient Records

D) Continuous Pain Relief

Answer: B) Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation

Which of the following is an example of a nosocomial infection?

A) Influenza

B) Food poisoning

C) MRSA (Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus)

D) Allergic reaction

Answer: C) MRSA (Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus)

What is the proper technique for hand hygiene in a healthcare setting?

A) Wash hands with cold water and soap for 5 seconds

B) Use hand sanitizer without washing hands

C) Wash hands with warm water and soap for at least 20 seconds

D) Use gloves instead of hand hygiene

Answer: C) Wash hands with warm water and soap for at least 20 seconds

Which of the following is a common sign of respiratory distress?

A) High oxygen saturation

B) Shallow breathing

C) Slow heart rate

D) Elevated body temperature

Answer: B) Shallow breathing