AUSTRALIAN ENROLLED NURSE MCQ PREVIOUS YEAR QUESTIONS
NURSING AND MIDWIFERY BOARD OF AUSTRALIA (NMBA) – OUTCOME BASED ASSESSMENT (OBA) EXAMINATION
ENROLLED NURSE MCQ PREVIOUS YEAR QUESTIONS WITH ANSWER
Which of the following is NOT a function of the kidneys?
A) Regulation of blood pressure
B) Regulation of electrolyte balance
C) Production of insulin
D) Regulation of acid-base balance
Answer: C) Production of insulin
Which of the following is the primary neurotransmitter responsible for muscle contraction at the neuromuscular junction?
A) Acetylcholine
B) Dopamine
C) Serotonin
D) GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid)
Answer: A) Acetylcholine
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Which hormone is responsible for regulating calcium levels in the blood?
A) Insulin
B) Thyroxine
C) Calcitonin
D) Aldosterone
Answer: C) Calcitonin
Which part of the brain is responsible for controlling vital functions such as respiration and heart rate?
A) Cerebellum
B) Hypothalamus
C) Brainstem
D) Cerebrum
Answer: C) Brainstem
Which of the following is NOT a component of blood?
A) Erythrocytes
B) Leukocytes
C) Thrombocytes
D) Insulin
Answer: D) Insulin
Which of the following hormones is produced by the adrenal glands?
A) Insulin
B) Cortisol
C) Glucagon
D) Thyroxine
Answer: B) Cortisol
During which phase of the cardiac cycle do the ventricles contract, forcing blood out of the heart?
A) Diastole
B) Systole
C) Atrial contraction
D) Atrial relaxation
Answer: B) Systole
Which of the following is the primary function of the respiratory system?
A) Regulation of body temperature
B) Transport of nutrients
C) Exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide
D) Regulation of blood pressure
Answer: C) Exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide
Which of the following is NOT a type of muscle tissue found in the human body?
A) Skeletal muscle
B) Cardiac muscle
C) Smooth muscle
D) Adipose tissue
Answer: D) Adipose tissue
Which of the following glands is responsible for producing insulin?
A) Pancreas
B) Thyroid
C) Pituitary
D) Adrenal
Answer: A) Pancreas
Which therapeutic communication technique involves repeating the main idea expressed by a patient to confirm understanding and encourage further discussion?
A) Reflecting
B) Paraphrasing
C) Summarizing
D) Clarifying
Answer: B) Paraphrasing
Which of the following is an example of an open-ended question used in therapeutic communication?
A) “Are you feeling better today?”
B) “Do you want to talk about what’s bothering you?”
C) “Did you take your medication this morning?”
D) “Are you experiencing any pain?”
Answer: B) “Do you want to talk about what’s bothering you?”
A patient diagnosed with depression has withdrawn from social activities and expresses feelings of hopelessness. Which nursing intervention would be most appropriate?
A) Encouraging isolation to prevent stress
B) Providing constant reassurance
C) Encouraging participation in group therapy sessions
D) Minimizing communication to avoid overwhelming the patient
Answer: C) Encouraging participation in group therapy sessions
A nurse is caring for a patient with schizophrenia who is experiencing auditory hallucinations. Which nursing intervention is appropriate for managing hallucinations?
A) Ignoring the hallucinations to avoid reinforcing them
B) Acknowledging the patient’s experience and offering reality-based feedback
C) Telling the patient the hallucinations are not real and to stop listening to them
D) Administering sedative medications to suppress hallucinations
Answer: B) Acknowledging the patient’s experience and offering reality-based feedback
A patient with anxiety disorder is experiencing a panic attack. Which nursing intervention is the priority?
A) Providing a quiet environment and remaining with the patient
B) Administering anxiolytic medication immediately
C) Encouraging the patient to breathe into a paper bag
D) Instructing the patient to take deep breaths and count to 10
Answer: A) Providing a quiet environment and remaining with the patient
Which of the following is the correct sequence for performing hand hygiene?
A) Apply hand sanitizer, rub hands together, rinse with water, dry with a paper towel
B) Wet hands with water, apply soap, rub hands together for at least 20 seconds, rinse with water, dry with a paper towel
C) Apply soap, rub hands together, rinse with water, dry with a paper towel
D) Use antibacterial wipes to clean hands, rinse with water, dry with a paper towel
Answer: B) Wet hands with water, apply soap, rub hands together for at least 20 seconds, rinse with water, dry with a paper towel
Which of the following is an appropriate technique for measuring a patient’s vital signs?
A) Measure blood pressure on the same arm each time
B) Use a stethoscope to auscultate the heart rate over clothing
C) Assess respiratory rate for 15 seconds and multiply by 4
D) Measure temperature orally immediately after the patient has consumed a cold beverage
Answer: A) Measure blood pressure on the same arm each time
When preparing to administer medication via intramuscular injection, which needle length is appropriate for an adult patient?
A) 1/2 inch
B) 1 inch
C) 1.5 inches
D) 2 inches
Answer: C) 1.5 inches
Which of the following actions should be taken if a nurse accidentally spills a chemical solution on their skin?
A) Rinse the affected area with water for 5 minutes
B) Cover the area with a bandage and continue working
C) Use a cloth to wipe off the chemical immediately
D) Apply lotion to the affected area to soothe the skin
Answer: A) Rinse the affected area with water for 5 minutes
When performing wound care, which of the following is the correct order of steps?
A) Apply sterile gloves, clean the wound, apply dressing, remove gloves
B) Clean the wound, remove gloves, apply sterile gloves, apply dressing
C) Apply dressing, clean the wound, remove gloves, apply sterile gloves
D) Apply dressing, remove gloves, clean the wound, apply sterile gloves
Answer: B) Clean the wound, remove gloves, apply sterile gloves, apply dressing
