#1
Which of the following is a primary role of a nurse in patient care?
Prescribing medication
Diagnosing illnesses
Administering medication
Performing surgeries
#2
What does the term 'triage' mean in healthcare?
A type of surgery
A method of patient prioritization
A medical billing procedure
A type of medical imaging
#3
What is the purpose of a stethoscope in medical practice?
To measure blood pressure
To listen to heart and lung sounds
To examine the ears
To examine the eyes
#4
What is the purpose of a peak flow meter in managing respiratory conditions?
To measure oxygen saturation
To measure lung capacity
To measure peak expiratory flow rate
To measure respiratory rate
#5
What is the role of an advanced practice nurse (APN) in healthcare?
Performing surgery
Diagnosing diseases
Prescribing medications
Drawing blood samples
#6
What is the primary purpose of an IV (intravenous) drip in healthcare?
To deliver medications directly into the bloodstream
To measure blood pressure
To monitor heart rate
To administer oxygen
#7
What does SOAP stand for in healthcare documentation?
Simple Operational Assessment Procedure
Subjective Objective Assessment Plan
Systematic Observation and Assessment Protocol
Standardized Observation and Assessment Procedure
#8
Which ethical principle emphasizes doing good for the patient?
Beneficence
Nonmaleficence
Justice
Veracity
#9
What is a DNR order in healthcare?
Do Not Resuscitate
Doctors' Note Request
Definitive Nursing Response
Daily Nursing Routine
#10
Which of the following is an example of a communicable disease?
Diabetes
Hypertension
Influenza
Osteoporosis
#11
What is the purpose of the Glasgow Coma Scale in patient assessment?
To measure blood glucose levels
To assess neurological function
To evaluate kidney function
To assess lung function
#12
Which of the following is a primary goal of palliative care?
Curing diseases
Managing symptoms and improving quality of life
Performing surgeries
Administering vaccines
#13
Which of the following is an example of a nosocomial infection?
Infection from a household pet
Infection from contaminated food
Infection acquired in a hospital
Infection transmitted through sexual contact
#14
Which of the following is a symptom of sepsis?
Increased heart rate
Decreased blood pressure
Fever
All of the above
#15
What does the acronym HIPAA stand for in healthcare?
Healthcare Industry Privacy and Protection Act
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act
Healthcare Information Provision and Assurance Act
Healthcare Institution Practices and Procedures Act
#16
What does the term 'Code Blue' typically indicate in a hospital setting?
A bomb threat
A fire emergency
A cardiac arrest
A tornado warning
#17
What is the purpose of a Foley catheter in healthcare?
To measure urine output
To administer medication
To assist with breathing
To monitor heart rate