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Nursing Entrance Exam (Math, Science and Verbal) Question and Answers

Nursing Entrance Exam (Math, Science and Verbal)

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Questions 1

The figure below represents the human eye.

Where are the rods and cones located?

Options:

A.  

Optic nerve

B.  

Cornea

C.  

Lens

D.  

Retina

Discussion 0
Questions 2

Which of the following is the correct classification of a penny made only of copper?

Options:

A.  

A pure substance that is a compound

B.  

A heterogeneous mixture of two compounds

C.  

A homogeneous mixture of two elements

D.  

A pure substance that is an element

Discussion 0
Questions 3

What is the term for organisms that are preserved for thousands of years by being buried in sediment, encased in amber, or frozen in ice?

Options:

A.  

Fossils

B.  

Remnants

C.  

Ancestors

D.  

Relics

Discussion 0
Questions 4

In which biochemical family do starch and glycogen belong?

Options:

A.  

Carbohydrates

B.  

Nucleic acids

C.  

Proteins

D.  

Lipids

Discussion 0
Questions 5

The polar covalent bond of a water molecule (H₂O) is shown in the image.

Which example demonstrates that water has polarity?

Options:

A.  

When paddling through a stream, a kayaker uses the paddle to pull themselves through the water.

B.  

Rainwater collects in the lowest places to form puddles.

C.  

When water is poured into a container with oil, the water molecules stick together, keeping the water and oil separated.

D.  

A magnet dropped in water sinks more slowly than a rock of the same size and weight.

Discussion 0
Questions 6

The graph below displays survey results.

Data in the graph indicate that

Options:

A.  

vaping is more prevalent than using cigarettes in the underage population.

B.  

total cigarette usage increased in 2023.

C.  

vaping is more prevalent than using cigarettes in the total population.

D.  

underage nicotine vaping increased in 2023.

Discussion 0
Questions 7

Which of the following structures is found only in bacterial cells, not in plant or animal cells?

Options:

A.  

Cell membrane

B.  

Ribosomes

C.  

Nucleoid

D.  

DNA

Discussion 0
Questions 8

Which of the following will increase the amount of oxygen produced by a plant?

Options:

A.  

Decrease available carbon dioxide

B.  

Increase available glucose

C.  

Decrease available glucose

D.  

Increase available carbon dioxide

Discussion 0
Questions 9

In the human male, which of these structures produces sperm cells?

Options:

A.  

Cowper's glands

B.  

Prostate gland

C.  

Testes

D.  

Epididymis

Discussion 0
Questions 10

Which type of cartilage is found in the rib cage?

Options:

A.  

Fibrocartilage

B.  

Hyaline

C.  

Bone

D.  

Elastic

Discussion 0
Questions 11

During translation, the cell produces proteins by using information from

Options:

A.  

mRN

A.  

B.  

tRNA.

C.  

rRNA.

D.  

siRNA.

Discussion 0
Questions 12

Where does saltatory conduction occur?

Options:

A.  

Unmyelinated axons

B.  

Dendrites

C.  

Myelinated axons

D.  

Muscle cells

Discussion 0
Questions 13

Veins throughout the body contain structures, indicated by arrows, in the image below.

The structures shown in the image prevent which of the following from occurring?

Options:

A.  

Forward flow of blood

B.  

Obstruction of blood flow

C.  

Backflow of blood

D.  

Blood leaking into the interstitial spaces

Discussion 0
Questions 14

What stimulates gustatory (taste) cells?

Options:

A.  

Movement of otoliths

B.  

Deep pressure changes

C.  

Substances in solution

D.  

Photons of light

Discussion 0
Questions 15

Milk, pure water, lemon juice, and gastric juice were tested using a pH meter. Results are summarized in the chart below.

Substance | pH

Milk | 6.8

Pure water | 7

Lemon juice | 2

Gastric juice | 1

Which substance is the most acidic?

Options:

A.  

Pure water

B.  

Lemon juice

C.  

Milk

D.  

Gastric juice

Discussion 0
Questions 16

The four main types of macromolecules found in our cells are lipids, carbohydrates, proteins, and

Options:

A.  

fatty acids.

B.  

unsaturated fats.

C.  

phospholipids.

D.  

nucleic acids.

Discussion 0
Questions 17

An acid needs to be diluted at a ratio of 5 grams of acid per 3 liters of water. How many grams of acid are needed for a solution of 24 liters of water to maintain the ratio?

Options:

A.  

1.6 grams

B.  

360 grams

C.  

40 grams

D.  

14.4 grams

Discussion 0
Questions 18

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 7% of children and adolescents ages 6 to 19 in the United States have a high total cholesterol. If 120,000 children and adolescents in that age range were sampled, approximately how many of them would have a normal total cholesterol?

Options:

A.  

8,400

B.  

113,000

C.  

84,000

D.  

111,600

Discussion 0
Questions 19

Given that 1 foot = 12 inches and 1 inch = 2.54 centimeters, approximately how many centimeters are there in 10 feet?

Options:

A.  

360

B.  

47

C.  

305

D.  

25

Discussion 0
Questions 20

The mean and standard deviation (SD) of the heights (in centimeters) of four groups of teenage boys are shown below:

Based on this information, which group has the least variability in height?

Options:

A.  

Group 2

B.  

Group 4

C.  

Group 1

D.  

Group 3

Discussion 0
Questions 21

Twenty daily systolic blood pressure measurements are shown in the graph. The red line indicates when a patient stopped taking their blood pressure medication.

Estimate the patient’s average increase in blood pressure from the first set of 10 measurements to the second set of 10 measurements.

Options:

A.  

155 points

B.  

50 points

C.  

30 points

D.  

160 points

Discussion 0
Questions 22

Express the fraction 3/15 as a percent.

Round to the nearest tenth place.

Options:

A.  

20.0%

B.  

0.2%

C.  

5.0%

D.  

33.3%

Discussion 0
Questions 23

A doctor lowered a patient’s dosage from 50 mg to 40 mg. What percent decrease was this?

Options:

A.  

12.5%

B.  

20%

C.  

25%

D.  

10%

Discussion 0
Questions 24

Given that 1 foot = 12 inches and 3 feet = 1 yard, how many inches are in 2.5 yards?

Options:

A.  

72

B.  

45

C.  

90

D.  

54

Discussion 0
Questions 25

The first recovery phase for a patient after surgery is walking for 12 weeks. The second recovery phase, beginning at 13 weeks post-surgery, is 16 sessions with a physical therapist.

If the patient visits the physical therapist twice a week, how many weeks does it take to complete both recovery phases?

Options:

A.  

20 weeks

B.  

28 weeks

C.  

14 weeks

D.  

24 weeks

Discussion 0
Questions 26

A person wants to download episodes of a favorite TV show to their cell phone.

• Each 20-minute episode will use about 0.3 gigabytes (GB) of space.

• There are 9 GB of space available on the cell phone.

At most, how many minutes of the show can be downloaded?

Options:

A.  

500 minutes

B.  

30 minutes

C.  

50 minutes

D.  

600 minutes

Discussion 0
Questions 27

Solve for x.

Options:

A.  

B.  

3

C.  

−5

D.  

−1

Discussion 0
Questions 28

Solve for y and round to the nearest tenth.

Options:

A.  

24.3

B.  

24.5

C.  

34.0

D.  

24.1

Discussion 0
Questions 29

Five samples were taken of a population of four-year-old children.

The table shows the sample sizes and mean heights (cm):

Based on these samples, what is the mean height of the population of four-year-old children?

Options:

A.  

104.5

B.  

20

C.  

102

D.  

31

Discussion 0
Questions 30

Four students were comparing their test scores on an exam. All questions were worth the same number of points.

• Student A: 19 out of 26

• Student B: 75 out of 100

• Student C: 71%

• Student D: 0.719

Which student scored the highest on the exam?

Options:

A.  

Student D

B.  

Student A

C.  

Student C

D.  

Student B

Discussion 0
Questions 31

An upcoming event has a total budget of $500.

• Decorations are

1

8

8

1

of the budget.

• Food is 25% of the budget.

• The remaining budget is for both the venue and entertainment.

How much money will be available to spend on the venue and entertainment?

Options:

A.  

$312.50

B.  

$375.00

C.  

$328.13

D.  

$187.50

Discussion 0
Questions 32

Three nurses work a combined total of 130 hours each week. If Nurse A worked 5 days forhours each day, and Nurse B worked 4 days forhours each day, how many hours did Nurse C work?

Options:

A.  

hours

B.  

hours

C.  

hours

D.  

hours

Discussion 0
Questions 33

Word Knowledge

The word“essential”most nearly means:

Options:

A.  

Optional

B.  

Minor

C.  

Necessary

D.  

Temporary

Discussion 0
Questions 34

Word Knowledge

The word“restrict”most nearly means:

Options:

A.  

Allow

B.  

Expand

C.  

Limit

D.  

Encourage

Discussion 0
Questions 35

Word Knowledge

The word“evaluate”most nearly means:

Options:

A.  

Ignore

B.  

Measure or assess

C.  

Predict

D.  

Delay

Discussion 0
Questions 36

Word Knowledge

The word“significant”most nearly means:

Options:

A.  

Minor

B.  

Important

C.  

Temporary

D.  

Uncertain

Discussion 0
Questions 37

Reading Comprehension

Passage:

Clear documentation in healthcare settings ensures continuity of care. Accurate records allow providers to understand patient history and make informed decisions.

Why is documentation important according to the passage?

Options:

A.  

It replaces direct patient care

B.  

It ensures continuity of care

C.  

It eliminates medical errors

D.  

It reduces provider workload

Discussion 0
Questions 38

Word Knowledge

The word“abundant”most nearly means:

Options:

A.  

Scarce

B.  

Plentiful

C.  

Fragile

D.  

Limited

Discussion 0
Questions 39

Reading Comprehension

Passage:

Vaccination programs rely on widespread participation to be effective. When a large portion of the population is vaccinated, herd immunity helps protect individuals who cannot be vaccinated.

What is the primary benefit of herd immunity?

Options:

A.  

It eliminates all diseases

B.  

It protects unvaccinated individuals

C.  

It replaces personal hygiene

D.  

It reduces vaccine side effects

Discussion 0
Questions 40

Reading Comprehension

Passage:

Regular medical checkups can help detect health conditions early, when treatment is often more effective. Preventive care may reduce the risk of serious complications and improve long-term health outcomes.

Which statement best summarizes the passage?

Options:

A.  

Medical care is only necessary when symptoms occur

B.  

Early detection improves treatment success

C.  

Preventive care increases healthcare costs

D.  

Checkups replace the need for treatment

Discussion 0
Questions 41

Reading Comprehension

Passage:

Health literacy refers to a person’s ability to understand health information and make informed decisions. Individuals with limited health literacy may have difficulty following medical instructions or managing chronic conditions.

What is the primary focus of the passage?

Options:

A.  

Teaching medical terminology

B.  

Explaining health literacy and its importance

C.  

Describing chronic disease treatments

D.  

Comparing education levels

Discussion 0
Questions 42

Word Knowledge

The word“decline”most nearly means:

Options:

A.  

Improve

B.  

Increase

C.  

Refuse or decrease

D.  

Observe

Discussion 0
Questions 43

Reading Comprehension

Passage:

Hand hygiene is one of the most effective ways to prevent the spread of infection. Washing hands with soap and water removes many harmful microorganisms. When soap and water are not available, alcohol-based hand sanitizers can reduce the number of germs, though they are not effective against all pathogens.

Which statement is best supported by the passage?

Options:

A.  

Hand sanitizers eliminate all microorganisms

B.  

Soap and water are unnecessary if sanitizer is available

C.  

Handwashing helps reduce the spread of infection

D.  

Microorganisms cannot survive on hands

Discussion 0
Questions 44

Reading Comprehension

Passage:

Physical therapy can help patients regain strength, mobility, and independence after injury or surgery. Treatment plans are individualized based on patient needs and progress.

Which idea is directly stated in the passage?

Options:

A.  

Physical therapy guarantees full recovery

B.  

Therapy plans are the same for all patients

C.  

Physical therapy improves mobility

D.  

Physical therapy replaces surgery

Discussion 0
Questions 45

Reading Comprehension

Passage:

Physical activity has been shown to reduce stress levels by promoting the release of endorphins. These chemicals help improve mood and overall well-being.

What is the effect of endorphin release?

Options:

A.  

Increased stress

B.  

Reduced immunity

C.  

Improved mood

D.  

Decreased circulation

Discussion 0
Questions 46

Word Knowledge

The word“observe”most nearly means:

Options:

A.  

Watch carefully

B.  

Disregard

C.  

Question

D.  

Interrupt

Discussion 0