#1
Which of the following is a common symptom of asthma?
Fever
Wheezing
Joint pain
Blurred vision
#2
What is the primary function of the kidneys?
Regulate blood sugar levels
Produce bile for digestion
Filter waste products from the blood
Produce hormones for bone health
#3
What is the primary role of platelets in the blood?
Transporting oxygen
Assisting in blood clotting
Producing antibodies
Regulating blood pressure
#4
Which of the following is a potential complication of diabetes mellitus?
Osteoporosis
Celiac disease
Retinopathy
Gallstones
#5
Which of the following is a characteristic of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)?
Persistent cough with blood-tinged sputum
Rapid weight gain
Hypertension
Decreased respiratory rate
#6
What is the primary function of insulin in the body?
To decrease blood glucose levels
To increase blood glucose levels
To regulate blood pressure
To stimulate appetite
#7
Which of the following is not a vital sign?
Heart rate
Blood pressure
Temperature
Blood glucose level
#8
What is the priority nursing intervention for a patient experiencing hypoglycemia?
Administering insulin
Offering a high-carbohydrate snack
Administering glucagon
Encouraging physical activity
#9
What is the primary function of the gallbladder?
Producing bile
Storing bile
Digesting proteins
Regulating blood sugar
#10
Which of the following is a symptom of a urinary tract infection (UTI)?
Chest pain
Polyuria
Peripheral edema
Increased appetite
#11
Which of the following conditions is characterized by inflammation of the joints?
Osteoporosis
Rheumatoid arthritis
Myocardial infarction
Gout
#12
What is the primary nursing intervention for a patient experiencing a hypertensive crisis?
Administering a beta-blocker
Encouraging relaxation techniques
Administering oxygen therapy
Administering antihypertensive medication as ordered
#13
Which medication is commonly used to treat hypertension?
Aspirin
Metformin
Furosemide
Lisinopril
#14
What is the purpose of an incentive spirometer?
To measure oxygen saturation
To promote deep breathing and prevent lung complications
To administer inhaled medications
To monitor respiratory rate
#15
Which of the following is a potential complication of pneumonia?
Hypoglycemia
Cardiac arrhythmia
Hyperthyroidism
Osteoarthritis
#16
Which of the following is a potential complication of heart failure?
Hyperkalemia
Peripheral neuropathy
Acidosis
Pulmonary edema
#17
Which of the following is a potential complication of chronic kidney disease (CKD)?
Hypothyroidism
Thrombocytosis
Hypercalcemia
Anemia