Kogi State school of nursing past questions and answers:
What is the primary goal of the nursing process?
a) Administering medication
b) Diagnosing diseases
c) Providing patient-centered care
d) Managing hospital finances
Answer: c) Providing patient-centered care
Which component of blood is responsible for clotting?
a) Red blood cells
b) White blood cells
c) Platelets
d) Plasma
Answer: c) Platelets
Which type of medication is commonly used to reduce fever?
a) Analgesics
b) Antibiotics
c) Diuretics
d) Anticoagulants
Answer: a) Analgesics
What is the medical term for high blood pressure?
a) Hypotension
b) Tachycardia
c) Hypertension
d) Bradycardia
Answer: c) Hypertension
Which of the following is an essential component of a patient's medical history?
a) Nurse's observations
b) Family medical history
c) Recent hospital expenses
d) Weather conditions on the day of admission
Answer: b) Family medical history
What is the abbreviation for "as needed" when prescribing medications?
a) ASAP
b) STAT
c) PRN
d) QID
Answer: c) PRN
The anatomical term "dorsal" refers to which part of the body?
a) Front
b) Back
c) Head
d) Abdomen
Answer: b) Back
What does the acronym "COPD" stand for in the context of respiratory conditions?
a) Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
b) Centralized Oxygen Pump Delivery
c) Cardiovascular Outpatient Diagnostic
d) Chronic Orthopedic Pain Disorder
Answer: a) Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Which of the following is not a method for monitoring a patient's oxygen levels?
a) Pulse oximetry
b) Arterial blood gas analysis
c) Chest X-ray
d) Capnography
Answer: c) Chest X-ray
What is the primary purpose of the apical pulse assessment?
a) Measuring blood pressure
b) Assessing lung sounds
c) Counting heartbeats at the apex of the heart
d) Evaluating oxygen saturation
Answer: c) Counting heartbeats at the apex of the heart
Which infection control precaution is used to prevent the spread of diseases through respiratory droplets?
a) Airborne precautions
b) Contact precautions
c) Droplet precautions
d) Standard precautions
Answer: c) Droplet precautions
What is the primary function of the spleen in the human body?
a) Filtration of blood
b) Production of insulin
c) Digestion of food
d) Regulation of body temperature
Answer: a) Filtration of blood
What is the purpose of the Braden Scale in nursing care?
a) Measuring blood pressure
b) Assessing risk for pressure ulcers
c) Evaluating lung function
d) Monitoring oxygen saturation
Answer: b) Assessing risk for pressure ulcers
What is the abbreviation "NGT" commonly used for in healthcare settings?
a) Nasogastric tube
b) Normal glucose test
c) Neurological guidance technique
d) Nasal growth treatment
Answer: a) Nasogastric tube
Which healthcare professional is responsible for interpreting medical images such as X-rays and MRIs?
a) Nurse
b) Surgeon
c) Radiologist
d) Pharmacist
Answer: c) Radiologist
What does the acronym "PRBC" stand for in the context of blood transfusions?
a) Packed red blood cells
b) Platelet-rich blood cells
c) Plasma-rich blood cells
d) Pulmonary-related blood cells
Answer: a) Packed red blood cells
In the context of pain management, what does "PCA" stand for?
a) Patient-controlled analgesia
b) Percutaneous coronary angioplasty
c) Pain control assessment
d) Prescription for controlled analgesics
Answer: a) Patient-controlled analgesia
Which of the following is a common symptom of dehydration in adults?
a) Excessive sweating
b) Increased urination
c) Swollen ankles
d) Dry mouth and dark urine
Answer: d) Dry mouth and dark urine
What is the purpose of the Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) in assessing a patient's condition?
a) To measure blood pressure
b) To assess consciousness and neurological status
c) To monitor urine output
d) To evaluate lung function
Answer: b) To assess consciousness and neurological status
In which part of the digestive system does the majority of nutrient absorption occur?
a) Stomach
b) Small intestine
c) Large intestine
d) Esophagus
Answer: b) Small intestine
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