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21. In the anatomy of the larynx, a prominent anterior projection in the midline of the neck - commonly referred to as the 'Adam's apple' - is formed by which laryngeal cartilage?

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A. Corniculate cartilage B. Cricoid cartilage C. Thyroid cartilage D. Arytenoid cartilage

22. A patient presents with gastrointestinal symptoms. Stool culture reveals comma-shaped bacteria. Which morphological classification should be considered when assessing the causative agent?

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A. Cocci B. Vibrios C. Bacilli D. Spirilla

23. Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for developing epilepsy after experiencing febrile seizures?

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A. Seizures are generalized and brief B. Seizures are prolonged and focal C. Family history of epilepsy D. Seizures recur within 24 hours

24. रेफरल प्रणाली (referral system) में रिपोर्ट क्यों महत्वपूर्ण होती हैं?

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A. देखरेख का सातत्य बनाए रखना B. मरीजों की संख्या में वृद्धि करना C. कर्मचारियों के लिए स्नैक्स उपलब्ध कराना D. अवकाश नियोजन को बढ़ावा देना

25. Which staining technique is primarily used for differentiating bacterial species into Gram-positive and Gram-negative?

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A. Gram stain B. Methylene blue stain C. Ziehl-Neelsen stain D. India ink stain

26. A nurse assesses a patient and records an oral temperature of 38.2°C. Which interpretation and action is most appropriate based on this reading?

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A. The patient is hyperthermic and requires immediate cooling B. The patient is febrile and needs further evaluation C. The patient is hypothermic and requires warming D. The patient is normothermic and no action is needed

27. A pediatric nurse is caring for a child with a central venous catheter. Which action demonstrates correct protocol for preventing catheter-related bloodstream infections?

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A. Using chlorhexidine for skin asepsis before accessing the catheter B. Changing catheter dressings daily C. Cleaning skin with tap water before access D. Applying antibiotic ointment in the catheter area routinely

28. A patient admitted with atrial fibrillation is receiving anticoagulant therapy. Which primary nursing intervention should be implemented to minimize risk of complications from dysrhythmia?

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A. Administer analgesics as prescribed and observe for pain relief B. Promote early ambulation and assess for muscle strength C. Monitor for signs of bleeding and assess vital signs regularly D. Encourage deep breathing exercises and monitor oxygen saturation

29. Which technique is referred to as surgical asepsis?

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A. Antiseptic technique B. Clean technique C. Sterile technique D. Disinfection method

30. A 42-year-old female is admitted for a scheduled colonoscopy. She reports having breakfast two hours ago. Which pre-procedure action should the nurse take first?

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A. Inform the physician and postpone the procedure B. Administer sedation as per routine protocol C. Proceed with the colonoscopy as scheduled D. Give the patient laxatives immediately

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