Council Paper 2 Mock Test for Nursing Students

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Council Paper 2 Mock Test for Nursing Students

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Council Paper 2 Mock Test for Nursing Students

This Council Paper 2 Mock Test is designed to help nursing students prepare by simulating real exam conditions for the RN licensing exams. The test consists of 250 multiple-choice questions, covering essential nursing topics based on past council questions. The exam duration is 2 hours 45 minutes, requiring candidates to manage their time effectively.

Exam Details:

  • Total Questions: 250
  • Time Limit: 2 hours 45 minutes
  • Question Type: Multiple Choice (Single Best Answer)
  • Coverage: Reproductive Medsurg, Blood, Special Senses (ENT), Eye, Oncology, Critical care, Gerontology, Palliative care, Mental health nursing, Research, Biostatistics, Disaster nursing, Health economics, Politics and Governance in Nursing, Nursing Informatics, Procedures in Medical Surgical Nursing

Instructions:

  • Select the most appropriate answer for each question.
  • Ensure all questions are answered before submitting.
  • Manage your time wisely to complete the test within the allocated duration.
  • SELECT/USE FULL SCREEN FOR BEST EXPERIENCE

This mock test serves as an excellent practice tool for nursing students aiming to build confidence and improve their performance in the actual council examination. Let’s go!

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1. Aphasia is

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2. Which structure inside the nose helps filter and humidify the air we breathe?

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3. The cumulative effect of a high-fat diet could lead to

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4. What is the function of plasma in the hematological system?

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5. What is the normal range for an adult respiratory rate?

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6. Breast self-examination should be performed ______ for early detection of abnormalities.

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7. The commonest site of implantation in tubal pregnancy is

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8. The primary purpose of IMNCI follow-up visits is to

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9. Which type of precaution is used for patients with tuberculosis?

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10. What is the main cause of retinal degeneration in age-related macular degeneration?

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11. What does “opportunity cost” mean in health economics?

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12. The first part of the small intestine is known as

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13. Which body system is primarily affected in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)?

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14. What is “cost-effectiveness analysis” in health economics?

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15. The “START” triage system is used to:

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16. Which of the following structures is responsible for controlling the amount of light entering the eye?

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17. The sensation of sound is perceived by the brain in the:

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18. Which term describes the complete absence of urine production?

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19. What is the main cause of age-related macular degeneration?

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20. Vaccination helps protect children against:

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21. What is the role of cilia in the nasal cavity?

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22. Which type of anemia is characterized by a deficiency of vitamin B12?

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23. Which statistical analysis is commonly used to determine if there is a significant difference between two groups in a research study?

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24. Which procedure is performed to treat a blockage in the coronary arteries?

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25. What is the primary goal of disaster recovery?

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26. Which of the following types of anemia is characterized by the destruction of red blood cells?

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27. What is the term used to describe a measure that accurately assesses the concept it is intended to measure?

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28. Which of the following is a common symptom of retinal detachment?

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29. IMNCI aims to improve the quality of care at different levels of the healthcare system, including

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30. Which of the following pre-operative diet is most appropriate for a patient scheduled for a haemorrhoidectomy

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31. What is the term used to describe the process of obtaining participants’ voluntary agreement to participate in a research study?

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32. Which of the following is a common symptom of diabetic retinopathy?

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33. The “RACE” acronym is used to remember the steps in:

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34. The IMNCI approach encourages community involvement through

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35. The colored part of the eye is called the:

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36. The IMNCI guidelines recommend early initiation and exclusive breastfeeding for

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37. Give the full meaning of this acronym NIC in nursing process

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38. Which type of research design involves observing and documenting behaviors without intervention or manipulation?

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39. Which of the following is the primary function of the nose?

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40. The lens of the eye is responsible for:

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41. What is the purpose of blinding in a research study?

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42. Neutropenic patients receiving chemotherapy must be protected primarily through _____

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43. The fluid-filled structure that contains the sensory cells responsible for hearing is the:

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44. Shirrodkar stitches is a treatment procedure for

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45. Which of the following is an example of a dependent variable in a research study?

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46. The nurse leader informs the staff of a local emergency and instructs them to stay at the hospital to prepare for major casualties. The staff display high levels of anxiety and disorganization. The most appropriate leadership style at this time is which of the following?

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47. Which of the following is a common symptom of anemia?

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48. Which nutrient is essential for wound healing?

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49. Why is genetic counseling recommended for parents of neonates with congenital abnormalities?

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50. Which condition is characterized by the inflammation of the middle ear?

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51. Which of the following is a common symptom of allergic rhinitis?

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52. Which of the following vaccines is commonly administered to protect against diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis?

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53. In a disaster situation, the term “MCI” refers to:

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54. The structure that separates the outer ear from the middle ear is the:

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55. Which procedure is performed to remove the appendix?

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56. Which of the following dietary sources is rich in iron?

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57. In the nursing process, which step involves collecting data about a patient’s health status?

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58. Which procedure involves the removal of fluid from the pleural space?

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59. Which part of the brain controls vital functions like heart rate and breathing?

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60. Which disorder is characterized by the inflammation of the conjunctiva?

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61. Which disorder is characterized by a gradual loss of hearing with age?

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62. The acronym “HICS” stands for:

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63. Prioritizing client problems/needs belongs to which of the following phases of the nursing process?

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64. Cancer that originates from epithelial tissue is classified as:

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65. Congenital abnormalities are best described as?

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66. During a disaster, the nurse’s role in “mitigation” involves:

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67. Which of the following is a side effect of laxis?

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68. IMNCI was developed by WHO and UNICEF to improve what?

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69. The first step in disaster management is:

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70. Although the client refused the procedure, the nurse insisted and inserted a nasogastric tube in the right nostril. The nurse is most likely to be found guilty of which of the following?

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71. Which procedure involves the surgical removal of the uterus?

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72. What is the primary purpose of a colonoscopy procedure?

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73. A newborn with a cleft lip may have difficulty with?

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74. What is the primary purpose of an endoscopy procedure?

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75. Radiotherapy can lead to a common side effect such as ____ at the treatment site.

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76. Which blood cells are responsible for the transportation of oxygen to tissues?

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77. Which is a common congenital heart defect?

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78. When a person sees a design on the wall as an animal, it is called

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79. Which of these items should be kept at the bedside of a client who has just returned from thyroidectomy

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80. Which disorder is characterized by a loss of the sense of smell?

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81. What is meant by “elasticity” in health economics?

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82. Which type of shock results from a severe allergic reaction?

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83. Which procedure is performed to repair a hernia?

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84. The organ of Corti is located in which part of the ear?

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85. In health economics, what does “demand” refer to?

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86. The theory of interpersonal relationship was proposed by

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87. What is the purpose of an Institutional Review Board (IRB) in nursing research?

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88. Developmental delay refers to:

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89. _________and ________ are ovarian hormones

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90. Which of the following is a common symptom of dry eye syndrome?

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91. What happens to the air we breathe when it passes through the nasal cavity?

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92. The acronym “CPR” stands for:

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93. The transparent, dome-shaped structure that covers the front of the eye is called the:

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94. Digestion of food is completed in the

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95. Which of the following is a function of the lymphatic system?

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96. Which site is preferred for administering intramuscular injections in adults?

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97. What is the primary goal of a cardiac catheterization procedure?

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98. What does IMNCI focus on preventing and managing?

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99. Which of the following is correct about myopia

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100. The role of a nurse in disaster management includes:

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101. Which cranial nerve is responsible for the sense of smell?

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102. Which of the following is a common symptom of age-related macular degeneration?

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103. Which of the following is a common symptom of presbyopia?

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104. The following categories of clients are not competent to give consent except

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105. The IMNCI guidelines include specific recommendations for the management of common childhood illnesses such as

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106. Which of the following behaviours is most representative of the nursing phase of the nursing process?

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107. Developmental milestones in children include:

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108. The acronym “ICS” in emergency management stands for:

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109. The recommended vaccination schedule for children is determined by:

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110. Nephritic syndrome

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111. What is the term used to describe a measure that produces consistent results when repeated by different researchers?

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112. Which of the following is not a key strategy in pain management?

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113. In IMNCI, which color indicates a severe illness?

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114. Following bronchoscopy, what should the nurse monitor closely

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115. What is the normal lifespan of red blood cells?

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116. Which of the following describes pulse pressure?

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117. Which of the following organs is responsible for the removal of old or damaged red blood cells?

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118. The primary goal of psychological first aid is to:

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119. Which electrolyte imbalance is characterized by muscle weakness and cardiac arrhythmias?

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120. Which of the following is NOT part of the IMNCI assessment process?

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121. Communication is complete only when is elicited

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122. Management of congenital abnormalities in neonates often involves?

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123. Palliative care for cancer patients focuses on ________.

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124. What is “cost-sharing” in health economics?

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125. Which of the following is responsible for the production of antibodies?

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126. The outermost part of the ear that collects sound waves is called the:

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127. Which nerve carries the signals from the olfactory bulbs to the brain?

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128. Which of the following is a congenital abnormality?

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129. What substance is commonly used to absorb ingested poisons in cases of poisoning?

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130. The sinuses are air-filled cavities located in:

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131. Blood from the vein when severed is

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132. Which type of research design involves studying a group of individuals at a single point in time?

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133. Which term describes removing hazardous substances from affected individuals in disaster nursing?

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134. The primary goal of disaster communication is to:

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135. What is the main cause of cataracts?

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136. Digestion of carbohydrate starts from

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137. What is the main function of erythropoietin?

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138. What is the normal range for fasting blood glucose in a healthy adult?

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139. Which condition results from a blood clot blocking an artery in the lungs?

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140. What is the main function of platelets in the hematological system?

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141. Which research design involves collecting data from the same group of participants at multiple time points?

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142. The following are types of nursing diagnoses except

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143. In health economics, what does “supply” refer to?

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144. Fatigue in cancer patients is often linked to both:

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145. What is the main purpose of health insurance?

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146. What is the term used to describe a statement that predicts the relationship between two variables in a research study?

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147. Which program is an example of public health insurance?

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148. Which of the following is a characteristic feature of lymph nodes?

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149. The temperature regulating centre is located in the

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150. The primary goal of disaster nursing is to:

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151. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is characterized by:

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152. Which of the following is responsible for the production of antibodies?

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153. Which of the following is not a management function?

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154. Which of the following vaccines is commonly administered to protect against measles, mumps, and rubella?

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155. What is the primary purpose of a bronchoscopy procedure?

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156. During a disaster, the nurse’s role in triage includes:

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157. What is the function of the optic nerve?

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158. Which statistical analysis is commonly used to determine the association between two categorical variables in a research study?

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159. Which type of research design involves comparing two or more groups based on their exposure to a specific factor or condition?

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160. Which of the following is an example of a non-probability sampling method?

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161. What is the function of the Eustachian tube?

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162. The environmental theory was proposed by

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163. During which phase of wound healing does tissue regeneration occur?

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164. In disaster nursing, “PPE” stands for:

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165. Which of the following symptoms is associated with the 8th cranial nerve damage

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166. What is the purpose of a pilot study in nursing research?

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167. The central opening in the iris that regulates the size of the pupil is called the:

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168. During a disaster, the role of a nurse in the “recovery” phase involves:

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169. What is the primary purpose of an arthroscopy procedure?

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170. Which condition is characterized by the abnormal growth of skin cells in the outer ear canal?

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171. What is the purpose of a lumbar puncture procedure?

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172. Which of the following is an example of a qualitative research method?

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173. Which procedure is performed to remove fluid from the abdomen?

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174. The three main processes of urine formation include all except

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175. The presence of tumour markers like PSA is commonly associated with:

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176. The IMNCI strategy incorporates the use of job aids, such as

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177. What is the primary purpose of a mastectomy procedure?

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178. A nurse who threatens a client with an injection after the client refuses to take the medication orally would be committing

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179. Which of the following is responsible for maintaining balance and equilibrium?

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180. Which laboratory test is commonly used to diagnose anemia?

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181. Which of the following structures is responsible for warming the air we breathe?

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182. Down syndrome is a genetic disorder characterized by:

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183. The olfactory receptors responsible for the sense of smell are located in the:

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184. What is the term used to describe the extent to which research findings can be generalized to the larger population?

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185. What does IMNCI counseling for caregivers emphasize?

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186. The most common side effect of ECT is

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187. An actual nursing diagnosis is made up of

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188. Anemia is defined as a decrease in the number of:

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189. Heat dispersion by air currents is known as

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190. Which of the following conditions is commonly associated with sickle cell anemia?

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191. What is the purpose of an angioplasty procedure?

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192. Which of the following is an example of a quantitative research method?

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193. What is the primary purpose of a nephrectomy procedure?

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194. What is the function of the nasal septum?

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195. What is the purpose of an endoscopy procedure?

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196. What is the term used to describe an abnormally low level of hemoglobin in the blood?

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197. In the assessment of Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) for an unconscious patient using best motor response, a score of 4 refers to

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198. Which of the following client responses is considered a subjective data?

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199. The area of the retina that contains the highest concentration of cones, providing detailed central vision, is called the:

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200. What is the main cause of otitis externa?

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201. What is the main cause of diabetic retinopathy?

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202. In planning care for a schizophrenic patient the primary goal is to

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203. The IMNCI algorithm helps healthcare providers in identifying danger signs in neonates, such as

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204. Which part of the eye contains the highest concentration of cones, responsible for color vision?

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205. Abortion is said to be missed when

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206. What is the purpose of performing a tracheostomy?

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207. Which of the following is a common symptom of otitis media?

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208. What is the purpose of a control group in a research study?

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209. The IMNCI guidelines recommend vitamin A supplementation for

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210. What is the primary goal of managing congenital abnormalities in neonates?

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211. The following are surgical procedures done in meniere disease EXCEPT

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212. The role of a nurse in disaster preparedness includes:

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213. The professional body saddled with the responsibility of formulating Nursing Diagnosis is

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214. Iron-deficiency anemia is commonly caused by:

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215. Which organ is primarily responsible for the production of red blood cells?

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216. Which part of the ear is responsible for transmitting sound vibrations to the cochlea?

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217. Health economics is concerned with?

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218. The IMNCI algorithm guides healthcare providers in

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219. The structure that converts sound vibrations into electrical signals that can be interpreted by the brain is the:

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220. What is the main cause of otitis media?

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221. What is the primary purpose of conducting a literature review in nursing research?

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222. Which procedure involves the surgical removal of a breast?

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223. What is the term used to describe a type of research that involves collecting and analyzing data from multiple studies?

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224. Which artery is commonly used to measure the pulse at the wrist?

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225. What is the purpose of a research proposal in nursing research?

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226. Which vitamin is important for calcium absorption and bone health?

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227. The nasal cavity is lined with:

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228. Culdocentesis is a diagnostic investigations in

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229. A renowned proponent in bureaucratic authority was

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230. Which of the following is an example of a primary source in nursing research?

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231. What is the purpose of randomization in a research study?

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232. The ultimate goal of IMNCI is to reduce

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233. What is the purpose of random assignment in a research study?

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234. A nurse discovers that the doctor has prescribed an unusually large dosage of a medication. Which of the following is the most appropriate action?

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235. What is the term used to describe a measure that accurately detects the presence of a condition or disease?

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236. Which heart chamber pumps oxygenated blood to the body?

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237. Which of the following conditions is characterized by increased intraocular pressure and damage to the optic nerve?

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238. Which of the following is an example of a null hypothesis in nursing research?

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239. The acronym TNM stands for ___ in cancer staging.

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240. Occupational rehabilitation of a footballer who had his lower limbs amputated after a road traffic accident is an example of which of the following levels of prevention?

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241. Cancer of connective tissues such as bone, muscle, or fat is known as:

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242. Which part of the eye contains the photoreceptor cells responsible for vision?

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243. Which vaccine is recommended annually to protect against a viral respiratory infection?

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244. After making a documentation error, which action should the nurse take?

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245. Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is characterized by:

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246. What is the cornerstone of IMNCI?

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247. The IMNCI guidelines emphasize the importance of immunization to prevent

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248. Which ethical principle requires researchers to minimize harm and maximize benefits to research participants?

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249. What is the most common chromosomal abnormality in newborns?

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250. The three tiny bones in the middle ear that transmit sound vibrations are called the:

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