test questions communicable diseases

1. Situation 1: Information dissemination is an integral element of health promotion, and disease prevention. The nurse
is in the best position to do health education activities.
1. A nurse is providing instructions to a pregnant client with genital herpes about measures that need to be
implemented to protect the fetus. The nurse tells the nurse that:
a. Daily administration of acyclovir (Zovirax) is necessary during the entire pregnancy
b. Total abstinence from sexual intercourse is necessary during the entire pregnancy
c. Sitz baths need to be taken every 4 hours while awake if vaginal lesions are present
d. A cesarean section will be necessary if vaginal lesions are present at the time of labor
2. While the nurse is counseling a group of mothers about sexually transmitted diseases, one mother asks the nurse
which sexually transmitted disease is most detrimental to their baby's safety during pregnancy? The nurse should
respond that it would be:
a. Gonorrhea c. Genital herpes
b. Syphilis d. Trichomonas vaginalis
3. During an infection control seminar, the speaker specified that prevention of the spread of HIV include the
following measures EXCEPT:
a. Patients with AIDS should be isolated
b. Blood and other specimens should be labeled AIDS Precaution
c. Needles should be disposed into a puncture resistant container
d. Blood spills should be cleaned with chlorox
4. A nurse is giving health education to a client diagnosed with HIV. The nurse determines that the client does not
need further teaching if the client states that the most effective method known to control the spread of HIV infection
is:
a. Premarital serologic screening
b. Prophylactic treatment of exposed people
c. Laboratory screening of pregnant women
d. Sex education about preventive behaviors.
5. The following are preventions of gonorrhea transmission EXCEPT:
a. Sex education
b. Case finding
c. Incidence to be reported to health authorities
d. Administration of ophthalmic prophylaxis, as ordered
Situation 2: The nursing process is applied in any health care setting.
6. A child is diagnosed with scarlet fever. The nurse assesses the child knowing that which of the following is not a
clinical manifestation associated with this disease?
a. Pastia's sign
b. White strawberry tongue
c. Edematous and beefy, red colored pharynx
d. Koplik spots
7. A nurse provides instructions to the mother of a child with mumps regarding respiratory precautions. The mother
asks the nurse the length of time required for the respiratory precautions. The nurse most appropriately responds
that:
a. “Respiratory precautions are necessary for the entire time of illness.”
b. “Respiratory precautions are necessary until the swelling is gone.”
c. “Respiratory precautions are indicated during the period of communicability.”
d. “Respiratory precautions are indicated for 18 days after the onset of parotid swelling.”
8. A 6-month-old infant receives DPT immunization at the well-baby clinic. The mother returns home and calls the
clinic to report that the infant has developed swelling and redness at the site of injection. The nurse tells the mother
to:
a. Apply a warm pack to the injection site
b. Bring the infant back to the clinic
c. Apply an ice pack to the injection site
d. Monitor the infant for fever
9. A nurse is preparing the plan of care for a patient with herpes genitalis. What would be the priority nursing
diagnosis for the patient?

2. a. Disturbed Sleep pattern
b. Imbalance in Nutrition: Less than Body Requirements
c. Alteration in Comfort: Pain
d. Ineffective Breathing Pattern
10. The nurse on duty, based on her assessment findings suspects the presence of diphtheria. Which of the following
will confirm her suspicion?
a. Pharyngotonsilar congestion
b. Grayish membrane at hard palate
c. Whitish plaque at buccal mucosa
d. Increased lacrimation
Situation 3: There are 170 Bilhariasis endemic municipalities. You are assigned in one of these municipalities.
11. In order to confirm the diagnosis of Snail fever, you advise patient to have, which of these examination:
a. X-ray of the abdomen
b. Urinalysis
c. Stool examination
d. CBC
12. You know that the mode of transmission of Katayama fever is:
a. Contact with affected stray animals
b. Contact with water infected with cercaria
c. Infected flies and rodent
d. Use of sanitary toilets
13. Which among the following is the drug of choice for Bilhariasis?
a. Biltricide c. Chloramphenicol
b. Hetrazan d. Tetracycline
14. The following are preventive measures for Schistosomiasis EXCEPT:
a. Use of safe water
b. Avoid bathing and washing in infested waters
c. Use of sanitary toilets
d. Elimination of breeding sites of mosquitoes
15. Which of the following is NOT a complication of Bilhariasis?
a. Liver cirrhosis and portal hypertension
b. Cor pulmonale, pulmonary hypertension
c. Meningitis and hepatomegally
d. Ascitis and renal failure
Situation 4: Endemic malaria occurs in the topic and subtopic areas where socioeconomic condition is very poor.
16. During your assessment, which among the following signs and symptoms need referral to a secondary or tertiary
facility?
a. Sweating and headache
b. Icterus and shock
c. Fever and chills
d. Renal or liver failure
17. Laboratory confirmation of malaria is done on a blood film. What do you expect to see in the film?
a. Antibodies c. Malarial purinates
b. Malarial parasites d. Antigen
18. The mode of transmission of this disease is through the bite of an infected female mosquito called:
a. Aminophylline c. Anopheles
b. Aedes poecillus d. Aedes egypti
19. Which of the following is NOT an anti-malarial drug?
a. Sulfadoxine c. Tetracycline
b. Amoxicillin d. Quinidine

3. 20. As a preventive measure for malarais, you educate people living in malaria endemic areas to do which of the
following?
A. Avoid going out between 12nn to 3am
B. Take chloroquine tablets once a day
C. Apply insect repellant on house walls
D. Use long sleeved shirts when going out at night
E. Plant neem tree in their backyards
F. Clear hanging branches nears rivers
a. A, B, C, D, E, F c. B, C, D, E, F
b. C, D, E, F d. B, C, D, E
Situation 5: A nurse is having her duty in a public health clinic. She encounters multiple cases of sexually transmitted
diseases.
21. A nurse is collecting data from a prenatal client. The nurse determines that which of the following places the
client into the high risk category for contracting human immunodeficiency virus?
a. Living in an area where HIV infections are minimal
b. A history of IV drug use in the past year
c. A history of one sexual partner within the past 10 years
d. A spouse who is heterosexual and had only 1 sexual partner in the past 10 years
22. Which among the following informations is true of HIV?
a. It can be transmitted via body fluids such as blood, semen, urine, and perspiration.
b. Blood, semen, and breast milk have higher concentrations of HIV than urine, saliva, vomitus and stool
c. A client who by history may be exposed to HIV but test negative for HIV antibodies can no longer infect others
d. Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) is the confirmatory test for HIV
23. Hepatitis B infection is established by the presence of hepatitis B antigen-antibody systems in the blood. Which of
the following is NOT true?
a. Presence of HBsAG is the serological marker to establish the diagnosis of hepatitis B.
b. If the serological marker is present in the blood after 3 months, it indicates a carrier state or chronic hepatitis.
c. The presence of anti-HBS indicates recovery and immunity to hepatitis B.
d. Presence of HbeAG determines the infective state of the client
24. The nurse is talking to a young female client in the health clinic who is concerned she may have sexually
transmitted disease. The nurse commends her for seeking medical care. The nurse explains that the major reason
treatment of majority of STDs is delayed because:
a. Client is embarrassed
b. Symptoms are though to be caused by something else
c. Symptoms are ignored
d. The client does not manifest signs and symptoms
25. The nurse is very active in contact tracing and epidemiologic treatment of all gonococcal identified contacts to
prevent:
a. Development of resistant strains
b. Asymptomatic infections
c. Non-venereal transmission
d. Reinfection
Situation 6: Avian Influenza is an infectious disease of birds that can cause serious illness in humans.
26. The importation of chicken from countries with outbreak of avian flu is banned by which law?
a. RA 280 c. PD 280
b. EO 280 d. AO 280
27. The major causes of death in avian flu are the following except:
a. Severe viral pneumonia
b. Respiratory distress
c. Multiple organ failure
d. Dehydration from severe vomiting and diarrhea

4. 28. A suspected case of avian flu would be identified if a person exhibits which of the following manifestations?
a. Body weakness, fever, vomiting, diarrhea, cough, and anorexia
b. Fever, body weakness cough, dyspnea, and sore throat
c. Fever, cough, sore throat, diarrhea, bloody stool, and hematemesis
d. Hemoptysis, difficulty breathing, sore eyes, vomiting and diarrhea
29. It is necessary to institute which of the following measures to birds suspected of being exposed to the virus?
a. Vaccination of poultry
b. Killing of all infected or exposed birds
c. Mixing antiviral to feeds and water supplied to poultry suspected of being exposed to avian flu
d. All of the above
30. Incubation period for avian influenza is:
a. 10 days c. 21 days
b. 3 days d. 7 days
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1. D. In mothers with genital herpes, the fetus can be contaminated after membranes rupture or with vaginal
delivery. Therefore, for women with active lesions, either recurrent or primary at the time of labor, delivery should be
by cesarean to prevent the fetus from coming into contact with the genital herpes.
A. The safety of acyclovir had not been established during pregnancy and should only be used when life-threatening
infection is present.
C. Abstinence should be advised while the lesions are present, until they become culture- negative.
D. This promotes healing.
2. A. Syphilis may cross the placenta, causing congenital syphilis. It usually leads to spontaneous abortion, and it
increases the incidence of mental subnormality and physical deformities in fetus.
B. In gonorrhea, the fetus is contaminated at the time of delivery. It places the neonate at risk for ophthalmia
neonatorum, pneumonia and sepsis, but these can be avoided via cesarean delivery.
C. In genital herpes, fetus is contaminated after membranes rupture or with vaginal delivery. Mother should deliver
via cesarean section.
3. A. Patients with AIDS are immunocompromised. Reverse isolation is required. But this does no prevent the spread
of AIDS.
B, C and D are universal preventive measures for AIDS.
4. D
5. D. This does not prevent transmission of gonorrhea. It prevents the occurrence of ophthalmia neonatorum.
6. D. Koplik spots are associated with rubeola.
A. Pastia's sign describes a rash that is seen in scarlet fever that will blanch with pressure except in areas of deep
creases and folds of the joints.
B The tongue is initially coated with a white furry covering with red projecting papillae (white strawberry tongue).
C. The pharynx is edematous and beefy red in color.

5. 7. A. Mumps is transmitted via direct contact or droplet spread from an infected person and possibly by contact with
the urine. Respiratory precautions are indicated during the period of communicability.
8. C. Occasionally, tenderness, redness, or swelling may occur at the site of the injection. This can be relieved with ice
packs for the first 24 hours followed by warm compresses if the inflammation persists.
9. C. Genital herpes is characterized by painful vesicles affecting the external genitalia, vagina and cervix.
10. B. The presence of a grayish membrane on the hard palate, or pseudomembrane is a pathognomonic sign of
diphtheria. Whitish plaque at buccal mucosa, or koplik spots, are seen in a rubeola infection (measles).
11. C. The male and female parasites live in blood vessels of intestines and liver, but the eggs are laid in the terminal
capillary vessels in the submucosa of the intestines, and through the ulcerations reach the lumen of the intestines and
pass out with the feces.
12. B. Infection occurs when skin comes in contact with contaminated fresh water where cercariae (free swimming
larval forms of schistosomes) are living.
13. A. Praziquantel (Biltricide) is the drug of choice for Schistosomiasis.
B. Hetrazan is the drug of choice for Filiariasis
C. Chloramphenicol is the drug of choice for Typhoid fever
D. Tetracycline is the drug of choice for Cholera
14. D. This is a preventive measure for vector-borne diseases. Schistosomiasis is a water-borne disease.
A. Drinking water should be free of cercariae.
B. Schistosomiasis can be transmitted through exposure to contaminated water.
C. The use of sanitary toilets prevents viable eggs from reaching bodies of water containing intermediate snail host.
15. C. Meningitis is not a complication of Bilhariasis.
16. B. Malarial parasites invade and destroy red blood cells.
17. B. As sporozoites from the salivary gland of a female Anopheles mosquito are injected under the skin, they travel
into the bloodstream to the liver and mature within hepatocytes. Up to 30,000 parasites are then released into the
bloodstream as merozoites and produce a symptomatic infection as they invade and destroy red blood cells.

6. 18. C.
B. This is the vector for Filariasis.
D. This is the vector for Dengue.
19. B.
A. Sulfadoxine (Sulfalene) 50 mg
C. Tetracycline hydrochloride 250mg/capsule
D. Quinidine sulfate 300 mg table;
Quinidine hydrochloride 300 mg/mL, 2 ML ampule
20. B. A and b are not included. The vector's peak biting hours are 9pm to 3am. Chloroquine is taken at weekly
intervals.
21. B. Women who fall into the high-risk category for HIV infection include those with persistent and recurrent
sexually transmitted diseases or a history of multiple sexual partners, and those who use or have used IV drugs.
A, C and D do not contribute to the incidence of contracting HIV.
22. B. This is true of HIV.
A. Perspiration does not contain the virus.
C. This is not always true for HIV. Clients may be infected with the virus, but has not yet produced antibodies, thereby
testing negative, but being capable of infecting others. It usually takes 6 to 12 weeks (other books: 1 to 3 months) for
a host to manufacture detectable HIV antibodies.
D. Western blot is the confirmatory test for HIV.
23. B. Presence of hepatitis B surface antigens (HBsAG) in the blood after 6 months indicates a carrier state or chronic
hepatitis.
A, C and D are true.Hepatitis B early antigen is detected in the blood about 1 week after the appearance of HBsAG. Its
presence determines the infective state of the clien
24. A
25. B. 80% of gonoccocal infection particularly in females have no symptoms.
26. B
27. D. Avian flu is not associated with vomiting and diarrhea.

7. 28. B
A and D. Vomiting and diarrhea are not associated with bird flu.
C. Diarrhea, bloody stool, and hematemesis not associated with bird flu.
29. B. One control measure for Avian flu is the rapid destruction (culling or stamping out) of all infected or exposed
birds. Other control measures include proper disposal of carcasses; quarantining; rigorous disinfection of farms; and
restriction on the movement of live poultry.
30. B. The incubation period ranges 2-4 days.
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Situation 13. Leprosy is an ancient disease and is a leading cause of permanent physical disability among the
communicable diseases. It is a chronic mildly communicable disease that mainly affects the skin, the peripheral
nerves, the eyes and mucosa of the upper respiratory tract.
61. Assessment is done upon seeing a patient with leprosy. The following are early signs and symptoms, except:
1. Appearance of a skin patch
2. Loss of sensation on skin lesion
3. Inability to close eyelids
4. Hair growth over the lesion
5. Painful nerves
6. Loss of eyebrow
7. Ulcers that do not heal
8. Sinking of the nose bridge
a. 3, 5 and 7 c. 3, 6 and 8
b. 2, 5 and 8 d. 2, 6 and 7
62. A person can get leprosy through the following except:
1. Inhalation of the infectious organism through a broken skin
2. Repeated skin to skin contact with untreated individual
3. Inhalation of the infectious organism from the nasal discharges of an untreated individual
4. Contact with articles soiled with discharges from lesions of leprosy patient
a. 1 only c. 4 only
b. 1 and 3 d. 3 and 4
63. Philip is a 55 year-old resident who is affected by leprosy and is on schedule for Multidrug Therapy. Which daily
treatment is usually prescribed by a physician for lepromatous and borderline type in 28 days?
a. Dapsone 10 mg and Rifampicin 600 mg
b. Clofazimine 50 mg and Rifampicin 50 mg
c. Rifampicin 150 mg and Dapsone 50 mg
d. Clofazimine 50 mg and Dapsone 100 mg
64. Only in rare instances is there really a need to use laboratory and other investigations to confirm a diagnosis.
However, when a clinical diagnosis is doubtful. This optional procedure is done to prevent misclassification and wrong
treatment.
a. Direct Sputum Smear Microscopy (DSSM)
b. Slit Skin Smear (SSS) examination
c. Mass Blood Smear (MBS) collection
d. Purified Purine Derivative (PPD) test
65. Preventive aspect of care is a priority consideration. Which of the following vaccine is also preventive measure?
a. BCG c. Gammaglobulin
b. DPT d. ATS
Situation 14. Nurse Lorie is taking care of Anne, 15 months old, who is admitted to the hospital with Rubeola. She has
conjunctivitis, coryza, cough, rashes and temperature of 38ºC.

8. 66. Which of the following statements is true of Rubeola?
1. It is caused by a filterable virus
2. The prodrome period lasts for about 2 weeks
3. The rashes doesn't end in a branny desquamation
4. It is an acute highly communicable infection
5. The rash usually begins behind the ears and neck
6. The cause of death is usually from complications
7. Serum antibodies appear on the third day of the incubation period
8. A morbilliform rash appears on the 3rd or 4th day
a. 1, 2, 3, 5 and 6 c. 2, 3, 4, 5 and 7
b. 3, 4, 5, 7 and 8 d. 1, 4, 5, 6 and 8
67. Nurse Lorie knows that the incubation period of Rubeola is:
a. 10 days from exposure to appearance of fever and about 14 days until rash appears
b. 2-3 weeks, commonly 13 to 17 days
c. 12 to 26 days, usually 18 days
d. Varies from 3 days to 1 month or more, falling between 7-14days in high proportion of cases
68. Anne's immunity from her mother lasted only 6 months. She was brought by her mother because of spots in her
buccal mucosa. What do you call these spots?
a. Pseudomembrane c. Koplik spots
b. Rose spots d. Forscheimer's spots
69. The characteristic signs of measles are which of the following group?
a. Skin eruptions which are abundant on covered areas of the body than on the exposed areas
b. Rashes which spread from the face to the trunk and limbs, conjunctivitis, high fever and tiny white spots in the
mucosa inside the cheek
c. Vomiting, headache, fine petechial and morbilliform rashes and epistaxis
d. Severe backache and rashes which are more abundant on extremities than on the trunk
70. A nursing intervention that is important in caring for Anne would include the following, except:
a. Administer as prescribed antipyretics to reduce fever
b. Ensuring that the room is well lighted
c. Wearing face mask when administering nursing care to the child
d. Increase fluid intake of the child by drinking water frequently
Situation 15. Vangie is a 15 year-old child who is spending Christmas Vacation in Pangasinan. A week before the
vacation ends, she developed fever, diarrhea and rose spots on her abdomen.
71. Based on Vangie's clinical findings, Nurse Ulysses will suspect Vangie to have contacted which infection?
a. Dysentery c. Cholera
b. Amoebiasis d. Typhoid fever
72. Vangie's condition is caused by a:
a. Virus c. Helminth
b. Bacteria d. Protozoa
73. Nurse Ulysses provided the family with health education to prevent transmission of infection as the disease can
be transmitted to family members through the following, except:
a. Flies
b. Contaminated food and water
c. Airborne transmission
d. Direct contact
74. The characteristic signs of the said condition in #71 are which of the following?
1. Intermittent fever
2. Continued fever
3. Loss of appetite
4. Slow pulse
5. Rose spots on trunk and abdomen
6. Diarrhea
7. Rice watery stool
8. Bloody stool

9. a. 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 c. 1, 3, 4, 5 and 7
b. 1, 3, 4, 5 and 6 d. 2, 3, 4, 5 and 8
75. As a preventive control measure for the said condition in #71, which of the following must be discussed in the
health education program for the pubic?
1. Sanitary disposal of human feces and maintenance of fly proof latrine
2. Proper food handling and preparation
3. Removal of stagnant water in empty water drums and flower pots
4. Use of repellants and insecticides
a. 1 and 4 c. 3 and 4
b. 2 and 3 d. 1 and 2
Situation 16. According to a nationwide survey on soil-transmitted helminthiasis (STH) among children aged 12-71
months old done by the DOH, UP and UNICEF in 2003, it showed a cumulative prevalence rate of 66 percent. Studies
have shown that STH infected children are prone to acquire other infections. There is a need to sustain mass
deworming for 3 consecutive years to immediately control intestinal parasitism and other parasites among these
infected children at the critical time of their growth and development.
76. Antihelminthic drugs used include:
a. Albendazole and Mebendazole
b. Metronidazole and Albendazole
c. Cotrimoxazole and Metronidazole
d. All of the above
77. It is a parasitic disease that has similar manifestation with Pulmonary Tuberculosis. What is it?
a. Trichuriasis c. Ascariasis
b. Filariasis d. Paragonimiasis
78. The treatment of choice for the condition in #77 is:
a. Bithionol c. Praziquantel
b. Ethambutol d. Metronidazole
79. The three major causes of intestinal parasitic infections in the Philippines are the following, except:
a. Trichuriasis c. Ancylostomiasis
b. Taeniasis d. Ascariasis
80. This parasite enters the intestinal mucosa and could be spread through autoinfection. This is typically exemplify
by:
a. hookworm c. whipworm
b. tapeworm d. pinworm
Situation 17. Lord Voldemort complained of dizziness, vomiting, headache and numbness of the face especially
around the mouth after 45 minutes of eating shellfish. He was rushed to the hospital and was diagnosed with
Paralytic Shellfish Poisoning (PCP) or Red Tide Poisoning.
81. In addition to the above mentioned signs and symptoms manifested by Lord Voldemort, he may also manifest the
following:
a. Blurred vision and rapid rise in the blood pressure
b. Seizures, bradycardia, hematemesis and chest pain
c. Tachycardia, dysphagia, paresthesia and ataxia
d. Floating sensation, hypertension, bradycardia and abdominal pain
82. Which of the following statement is not true about red tide poisoning?
a. The toxin is totally destroyed upon cooking
b. Symptoms occur within minutes or several hours after ingestion of poisonous shellfish
c. It is caused by a plankton
d. Symptoms include tingling sensation and paresthesia
83. Nurse Bellatrix is giving health education to the family of Lord Voldemort regarding Red Tide Poisoning. Lord
Voldemort asked the nurse, “Does cooking the shellfish make it safe to eat?” Nurse Bellatrix's best response is:
a. “Yes, as long as you cook the shellfish properly at a boiling point.”
b. “No, the poisons are not destroyed by cooking.”
c. “Yes, the toxins are easily destroyed by heat.”

10. d. “No, the toxins are destroyed by freezing.”
84. The mother of Lord Voldemort asked Nurse Bellatrix, “Which sea foods can transmit red tide poisoning to
human?” The nurse response included the following sea foods, except:
a. crab meat c. clams and mussels
b. oysters and scallops d. sea cucumber
85. Management of Red Tide Poisoning includes:
a. Do not induce vomiting
b. Giving of medications
c. Give coconut milk and sodium bicarbonate
d. The toxin is totally destroyed upon cooking
Situation 18. Severus was admitted with manifestation of jaundice accompanied by pruritus and urticaria. The patient
was diagnosed with Hepatitis A.
86. Hepatitis A is also known by the following names, except:
a. Infectious hepatitis c. Epidemic hepatitis
b. Catarrhal jaundice d. Inoculation hepatitis
87. Severus asked the nurse, “Why don't you give me some medication to help me get rid of this problem?” Nurse
Neville's best response would be:
a. “Sedatives can be given to help you relax.”
b. “We can give you immune serum globulin.”
c. “There are no specific drugs used to treat hepatitis.”
d. “Vitamin supplements are frequently helpful and hasten recovery.”
88. Nurse Neville has instructed Severus about the type of diet should be eaten. The lunch selection that would
indicate the client's understanding and compliance with the dietary principles taught is:
a. Turkey salad, French fries and sherbet
b. Salad, sliced chicken sandwich and gelatin dessert
c. Cheeseburger, taco chips and chocolate pudding
d. Cottage cheese, peanut butter sandwich and milk shake
89. The cooked food most likely to remain contaminated by the virus that causes Hepatitis A is which of the
following?
a. Canned tuna c. Fried tuna belly
b. Broiled shrimp d. Steamed lobster
90. Which of the following signs and symptoms occur in a patient with Hepatitis A?
1. Loss of appetite
2. Enlargement of the lymph nodes
3. Tachycardia
4. Jaundice
5. Bradycardia
6. Urticaria
7. Clay-colored stools
a. 1, 2, 4, 6 and 7 c. All except 5
b. 2, 3, 4, and 6 d. All of the above
Situation 19. During the rainy season, several areas in Davao City becomes flooded with water. Leptospirosis is one
infection that is common during this time of year.
91. Leptospirosis is also known with the following names, except:
a. Mud fever and Flood fever
b. Weil's disease and Trench fever
c. Catarrhal jaundice and Ragpicker disease
d. Spiroketal jaundice and Japanese Seven Days Fever
92. Dobby, who is suspected of having Leptospirosis, should have his urine be tested for the presence of the
microorganism:
a. During the febrile period
b. During the first week of the illness

11. c. During the first six months after contracting the infection
d. After the 10th day of illness
93. Leptospirosis can be transmitted through:
a. Open skin contact c. Droplets
b. Airborne d. Sexually transmitted
94. Albus asked if it is possible to be infected while swimming in public pools or rivers. Nurse Hermione replied that:
a. “This is not possible as long as you have no open wounds while swimming in public pools.”
b. “Infection with leptospirosis is possible with recreational swimming in water contaminated with urine of human
and animals having the infection.”
c. “You can protect yourself by applying 70% alcohol before swimming
d. “There is no danger during day time because leptospires die when exposed to sunlight.
95. Management and treatment of Leptospirosis is symptomatic but a drug medication is prescribed at 200 mg orally
once a week for prevention. What is the drug of choice?
a. Chloramphenicol c. Zidovudine
b. Doxycycline d. Streptomycin
Situation 20. Rabies remains a public health problem in the Philippines. Approximately 300 to 600 Filipinos die of
rabies every year. The Philippines has one of the highest prevalence rates of rabies in the whole world.
96. Dolores Umbridge, while on her way home from work, was bitten by a stray dog. Nurse Sirius asked Dolores what
she did immediately after the incident. Dolores's response indicates correct understanding of first aid measure when
she says that:
a. I went to the hospital and reported the incident
b. I ran after the dog and had bitten it too
c. I washed my wound immediately with soap and water
d. I went to the drug store and bought 500 mg antibiotics
97. Nurse Sirius interviewed Dolores and her mother at the Emergency Room to take the history before seeing a
doctor. The nurse told Dolores's mother not to kill the dog because the dog will be:
a. Injected with a vaccine
b. Confined at a veterinary clinic
c. Observed for 14 days
d. Treated with antibiotics against rabies
98. It is the objective of the Department of Health (DOH) to reduce the incidence of Human Rabies from 7 per million
to 1 per million population by:
a. 201 b. 2015 c. 2020 d. 2025
99. Considering that rabies is one of the most acutely fatal infections which causes the death of approximately 300 to
600 Filipinos annually, voluntary pre-exposure prophylaxis among people who are at risk is highly recommended.
These people include:
a. Barangay tanod officials patrolling the streets at night, side walk vendors, veterinarians and animal handlers
b. All people living within an area where there are dogs that roam their neighborhood
c. Pet owners, animal handlers, health personnel working in anti-rabies units and children below 15 years old
d. Pregnant women, side walk vendors, pet owners, veterinarians and infants
100. What is the most common caused of death in patients with Rabies?
a. Seizures c. Hemorrhage
b. Respiratory Paralysis d. Hydrophobia
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61. Answer: C
Rationale: The following are late signs and symptoms of Leprosy: (3) Inability to close eyelids (lagophthalmos),
clawaing of the fingers and toes, contractures, (6) loss of eyebrow (madarosis), enlargement of the breast in males
(gynecomastia), chronic ulcers and (8) sinking of the nose bridge.

12. 62. Answer: A Rationale: The mode of transmission of leprosy are the following: Airborne (inhalation of droplet/spray
from coughing and sneezing of untreated leprosy patient) and Prolonged skin-to-skin contact.
63. Answer: D Rationale: Multidrug Therapy is the method of treatment for leprosy. The daily treatment prescribed
for a Multibacillary (lepromatous and borderline) type in 28 days is Clofazimine 50 mg and Dapsone 100 mg.
64. Answer: B Rationale: Slit Skin Smear (SSS) examination is an optional procedure done only when a clinical
diagnosis is doubtful. This prevent misclassification and wrong treatment. Options A and D is used for diagnosing
Tuberculosis. Option C is used in Malaria.
65. Answer: A Rationale: Bacille Calmette-Guérin (BCG) vaccine is used as preventive measure for Tuberculosis. It can
also prevent the occurrence of Leprosy since the two disease both came from the Mycobacterium family.
66. Answer: D Rationale: Rubeola or Measles is caused by a filterable virus (1). It is an acute highly communicable
infection (4) characterized by fever, rashes and symptoms referable to upper respiratory tract; the eruption is
preceded by about 2 days of coryza, during which stage grayish pecks (Koplik spots) may be found on the inner
surface of the cheeks. A morbilliform rash appears on the 3rd or 4th day (8) affecting the face - usually beginning
behind the ears and neck (5), body and extremities ending in branny desquamation. Death is due to complication (6)
such as secondary pneumonia, usually in children under 2 years old
67. Answer: A Rationale: The incubation period of Rubeola is 10 days from exposure to appearance of fever and about
14 days until rash appears. Option B is for Chicken pox. Option C is for Mumps. Option D is for Tetanus.
68. Answer: C Rationale: Koplik spots are tiny grayish to whitish spots found in the buccal mucosa of a client with
Rubeola. Option A is the pathognomonic sign of Diphtheria. Option B is found in clients with Typhoid fever. Option D
is found in clients with Rubella
69. Answer: B Rationale: The characteristic signs of measles are which of the following: Rashes which spread from the
face to the trunk and limbs ending in branny desquamation, conjunctivitis (Stimson's sign), high fever and tiny white
spots in the mucosa inside the cheek
70. Answer: B Rationale: Clients with Rubeola has conjunctivitis (Stimson's sign), as a result an important nursing
intervention is to protect the eyes of the client from glare of strong light as they are apt to be inflamed. Place the
client in a dim-lighted room, not well lighted.
71. Answer: D Rationale: Typhoid fever is characterized by continued fever, anorexia (loss of appetite), slow pulse,
involvement of lymphoid tissues, especially ulceration of Peyer's patches, enlargement of spleen, rose spots on trunk
and abdomen and diarrhea.
72. Answer: B Rationale: Typhoid fever is caused by Salmonella typhosa or typhoid bacillus, which is a bacteria.
73. Answer: C Rationale: Typhoid fever can be transmitted through the following mode of transmission: direct or
indirect contact with patient or carrier; contaminated food and water with flies as vectors; and improper food
handling. It is not transmitted via airborne.
74. Answer: A Rationale: Typhoid fever is characterized by continued fever, anorexia (loss of appetite), slow pulse,
involvement of lymphoid tissues, especially ulceration of Peyer's patches, enlargement of spleen, rose spots on trunk
and abdomen and diarrhea. (7) Rice watery stools are seen in patients with Cholera.
75. Answer: D
Rationale: Preventive control measures include sanitary disposal of human feces and maintenance of fly proof latrine
and proper food handling and preparation.
76. Answer: A Rationale: Antihelminthic drugs used in treating parasitic infections include: Albendazole and
Mebendazole (Vermox) that inhibits glucose and other nutrient uptake of helminth; Pyrantel embonate (Antiminth)
that paralyzes intestinal tract of worm; and Thiabendazole (Mintezol) that interferes with parasitic metabolism.
Metronidazole (Flagyl) is an anti-protozoan drug (options B and C). Cotrimoxazole (Bactrim) is an antibiotics (option
C).
77. Answer: D Rationale: Commonly patients with Paragonimiasis are misdiagnosed to have Pulmonary Tuberculosis
(PTB) and are treated as Tuberculosis patients. In fact, a study by Belizario et.al revealed that 56% of his subjects were
non-responsive to multi-drug therapy for PTB but were positive for Paragonimiasis.

13. 78. Answer: C Rationale: The treatment of choice for Paragonimiasis is Praziquantel (Biltrizide) 25 mg/kg body weight
three times daily for three days. It is suitable for treatment of adults and children over four years of age, higher dose
is needed for ectopic paragonimiasis. Bithionol (BITIN) is only an alternative drug for paragonimiasis (option A).
Ethambutol (option B) is one of the multi-drug therapy for PTB. Metronidazole (option D) is an anti-protozoan drug.
79. Answer: B Rationale: The three major causes of intestinal parasitic infections in the Philippines are the following:
(A) Trichuriasis or Whipworm (Trichuris trichiura); (C) Ancylostomiasis or Hookworm (Ancylostoma duodenale and
Necator americanus); and (D) Ascariasis (Ascaris lumbricoides).
80. Answer: D Rationale: Pinworms (enterobiasis), which is caused by the parasite Enterobius vermicularis, is the most
common helminthic infestation among children. It enters the intestinal mucosa and could be spread through
autoinfection (when the child places fingers, used in scratching the anal part and containing the pinworm eggs, into
the mouth). It is noted that pinworms caused severe itching as they lay their eggs.
81. Answer: c Rationale: The signs and symptoms of Red Tide Poisoning includes: numbness of the face especially
around the mouth; vomiting; dizziness; headache; tingling sensation, paresthesia and eventual paralysis of hands and
feet; Floating sensation and weakness; rapid pulse (tachycardia); difficulty of speech (ataxia); difficulty of swallowing
(dysphagia); and total muscle paralysis with respiratory arrest and death occur in severe cases.
82. Answer: A Rationale: Paralytic Shellfish Poisoning (PCP) or Red Tide Poisoning is a syndrome of characteristic
symptoms predominantly neurologic which occur within minutes or several hours after ingestion of poisonous
shellfish (option B). It is caused by a single celled organism called dinoflagellates, which is commonly referred to as
plankton (option C). One of its symptoms include tingling sensation or paresthesia (option D). Toxins in red tide is not
totally destroyed upon cooking.
83. Answer: B Rationale: Toxins in red tide is not totally destroyed upon cooking hence consumers must be educated
to avoid bi-valve mollusks like tahong, talaba, halaan, kabiya, abaniko (sun and moon shell or Asian scallop) when the
red tide warning has been issued by the proper authorities.
84. Answer: D Rationale: Bi-valve mollusks such as oysters, clams, mussels, sun and moon shell or Asian scallop as well
as crabs are avoided when the red tide warning has been issued by the proper authorities. There's no reported cases
of red tide poisoning when eating sea cucumber.
85. Answer: C Rationale: Management of Red Tide Poisoning includes the following: induce vomiting; no definite
medication indicated; drinking pure coconut milk, which weakens the toxic effect of red tide, and sodium bicarbonate
solution (25 grams in ½ glass of water) may be taken. Drinking coconut milk and sodium bicarbonate solution is
advised during the early stages of poisoning only. If given during the late stag, they may make the condition of the
patient worse; Shellfish affected by red tide must not be cooked with vinegar as the toxin of Pyromidium increases
(15 time greater) when mixed with acid; and do not eat even cooked shellfish because toxins of red tide are not
totally destroyed upon cooking.
86. Answer: D
Rationale: The other names of Hepatitis A are the following: Infectious hepatitis; Catarrhal jaundice; and Epidemic
hepatitis. In option D, Inoculation hepatitis is the other name for Hepatitis B.
87. Answer: C Rationale: There are no specific drugs for the treatment of Hepatitis A. There is, however, a
prophylaxis, which is an IM injection of gamma globulin.
88. Answer: B Rationale: The dietary requirement for a client with Hepatitis A is a low fat diet but high in sugar.
Options A, C and D are incorrect because all or part of its choices are high in fats. Low fat diet include only lean meats,
fish and poultry. The allowed vegetable oils may be used in preparing meats, fish and poultry; used in salad dressings;
or in baked products.
89. Answer: D Rationale: Hepatitis A virus can be killed by cooking the food to boiling point, steaming the food will
not kill the virus.
90. Answer: A
Rationale: Hepatitis A has the following signs and symptoms: influenza-like such as headache; malaise and easy
fatigability; loss of appetite or anorexia (1); abdominal discomfort/pain; nausea and vomiting; fever; enlargement of
the lymph node or lymphadenopathy (2); jaundice (4) accompanied by pruritus and urticaria (6); and bilirubinemia
with clay-colored stools (7).
91. Answer: C

14. Rationale: Leptospirosis is also known with the following names: Mud fever and Flood fever (option A); Weil's disease
and Trench fever (option B); and Spiroketal jaundice and Japanese Seven Days Fever (option D). In option C, Catarrhal
jaundice is the other name for Hepatitis A while Ragpicker disease is the other name for Anthrax.
92. Answer: D
Rationale: Leptospirosis can be diagnosed by its clinical manifestations, culture of the organism, examination of
blood and CSF during the first week of illness and urine after the 10th day.
93. Answer: A
Rationale: Leptospirosis can be transmitted through contact of the skin, especially open wounds with water, moist
soil or vegetation contaminated with urine of infected host.
94. Answer: B
Rationale: Infection with leptospirosis is possible with recreational swimming in water contaminated with urine of
human and animals having the infection.
95. Answer: B
Rationale: Doxycycline is the drug of choice for Leptospirosis. It is prescribed at 200 mg orally once a week for
prevention
96. Answer: C
Rationale: The wound must be immediately and thoroughly washed with soap and water. Antiseptics such as
povidone iodine or alcohol may be applied.
97. Answer: C
Rationale: Patients should consult a veterinarian or trained personnel to observe the pet for 14 days for signs of
rabies.
98. Answer: A
Rationale: The general objective of the Department of Health (DOH) is to reduce the incidence of Human Rabies from
7 per million to 1 per million population by 2010 and eliminate human rabies by 2015.
99. Answer: C
Rationale: People who are at high risk of acquiring rabies includes the following: Pet owners; animal handlers; health
personnel working in anti-rabies units; and children below 15 years old.
100. Answer: B
Rationale: Without medical intervention, the rabies victim would usually last only for 2 to 6 days. Death is often due
to respiratory paralysis.
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Situation 7: Ralph, a student nurse began to feel joint pains and eye pains associated with high fever. He noticed
some pinpoint rashes on his legs. He is diagnosed with Dengue fever.
31. In the prevention of dengue fever, which of the following measures is included?
a. Mass vaccination during rainy season
b. Prophylactic drug treatment with antivirals
c. Removal of small collections of water such as flower vases
d. Fogging or daily spraying of insecticides
32. The most effective control measure for dengue hemorrhagic fever is:
a. Isolation of patient
b. Mosquito control
c. Health education
d. Concurrent disinfection
33. The treatment and control of dengue hemorrhagic fever include all of the following EXCEPT:
a. Treat shock with IVF
b. Encourage vaccination
c. Eradication of vector
d. Community participation
34. The best nursing intervention in the management of dengue fever among patients admitted in the hospital would
be:

15. a. Observation
b. Contact Isolation
c. Administration of antivirals
d. Platelet administration
35. Which is an independent nursing intervention for a patient with Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever?
a. Give aspirin for fever and muscle pains
b. Put ice bag over forehead if patient has nose bleed
c. Place patient in prone position to relieve abdominal pain
d. Give high fiber diet
Situation 8: The BHW of Barangay Jacinto reported series of adults having cases of spasmodic coughing and fever for
the past two weeks. The CHN in the area alarmed by the reports decided to investigate the community.
36. Which among the following diagnostic tests does NOT indicate active tuberculosis?
a. Sputum smear positive times three
b. Chest x-ray as diagnosed by the TBDC
c. An induration of 10 post tuberculin test
d. Chest x-ray after having three negative sputum smears
37. Mang Jose, 42 years old, went to the Chest Center to avail of the free Direct Sputum Smear Microscopy. Which
among the following is a contraindication for sputum collection?
a. Pleural effusion c. Hemoptysis
b. TB meningitis d. Miliary TB
38. Mang Jose began his treatment regimen for tuberculosis. He complains of frequent tingling sensation of his feet.
Which among the following diets shout be encouraged?
a. Fish c. Milk
b. Kangkong d. Beef
39. As a nurse working in the Barangay Health Center, it is essential to counsel the client on the side effects of the
treatment regimen. Which among the following side effects should be reported immediately to the physician?
a. Hemoptysis c. Flu-like symptoms
b. Red-colored urine d. Yellowish palms
40. Which among the following is considered as the most important health teaching given to clients with
Tuberculosis?
a. Strict compliance to treatment regimen
b. Frequent handwashing
c. Proper disposal of soiled tissues
d. Covering of mouth while coughing or sneezing
Situation 9: The nurse is aware of the misuse of antibiotics , which resulted to the emergence of new strains of
microorganisms that proves to effect a catastophic effect on human health.
41. The period between the first exposure and multiplication of the SRAS causative agent would be:
a. 2-10 days c. 1-20 days
b. 5-11 days d. 1-5 days
42. SARS remains to be an enigma among health practitioners and had proven its virulence. The nurse knows that the
virus could be categorized as:
a. Rhabdovirus c. Coronavirus
b. Togavirus d. Paramyxovirus
43. Which of the following best defines standards precaution?
a. These are guidelines created to prevent transmission of microorganisms in hospitals
b. It is a strategy of assuming that all patients are infectious, and using barrier protections during nurse-client
interactions
c. These are precautions based on contagious or epidemiologically significant organisms are recognized.
d. It pertains to the use of handwashing.
44. In managing individuals with SARS, the nurse should be aware of the different signs and symptoms of the disease.
Which among the following characterize the prodromal phase:

16. a. The patient is usually not infectious at this time.
b. Dry hacking cough is present
c. Fever is present, but does not rise beyond 38oC
d. The patient requires mechanical ventilation at this stage
45. Handwashing deters the spread of microorganisms. A nurse involved in the care of a patient diagnosed with SARS
should:
a. Perform handwashing before client contact
b. Perform handwashing after eating
c. Perform handwashing after food preparation
d. Perform handwashing before using the toilet
Situation 10: Filariasis is endemic in some parts of the Philippines. The disease often progresses to become chronic,
debilitating and often unfamiliar to health workers.
46. Effective methods that the government would likely to pursue to eliminate filariasis in the country are all of the
following EXCEPT:
a. Pursue annual mass drug administration using two drugs in all endemic areas for at least five consecutive years
b. Vaccination of all susceptible in high risk areas and high risk populations
c. Intensify health information and advocacy campaigns in its prevention, control and elimination
d. Halt progression of disease through disability prevention
47. The vector for Filariasis is
a. Wuchereria bancrofti
b. Aedes poecillus
c. Anopheles
d. Aedes egypti
48. A long incubation period characterizes Filariasis that typically ranges from:
a. 2-4 weeks c. 2-3 years
b. 4-6 weeks d. 8-16 months
49. A 36-year-old man is brought by his wife to a doctor's clinic to be tested for filariasis. The most likely diagnostic
test that he will undergo is:
a. Immunochromatographic test (ICT)
b. Nocturnal Blood Examination
c. Stool examination
d. Urinalysis
50. A client in the acute stage of the disease will include which of the following clinical findings?
a. Lymphangitis, lymphadenitis, epidydimitis
b. Hydrocele, lymphedema, elephantiasis
c. Orchitis, hydrocele, elephantiasis
d. Lymphadenitis, lympedema and orchitis
Situation 11: Specific defenses of the body involve the immune system. Nurses should be knowledgeable on the
importance of immunity in the prevention of communicable diseases.
51. Ayisha is given the hepatitis B immune globulin serum, which will provide her with passive immunity. One
advantage of passive immunity is that it:
a. Has effects that last a long time
b. Is highly effective in the treatment of disease
c. Offers immediate protection
d. Encourages the body to produce antibodies
52. Nurse Keith explains to a mother whose child just received a tetanus toxoid injection that the toxoid confers
which of the following immunity?
a. Lifelong passive immunity
b. Long-lasting active immunity
c. Lifelong active natural immunity
d. Lifelong active artificial immunity
53. Simon, who is suspected of having tetanus, asks Nurse Benny about immunizations against tetanus. Nurse Benny
explains that the major benefit in using tetanus antitoxin is that it:

17. a. Stimulates plasma cells directly
b. Provides a high titer of antibodies
c. Provides immediate active immunity
d. Stimulates long-lasting passive immunity
54. Justin, who was exposed to hepatitis A is given gamma globulin to provide passive immunity, which:
a. Increases production of short-lived antibodies
b. Provides antibodies that neutralize the antigen
c. Accelerates antigen-antibody union at the hepatic sites
d. Stimulates the lymphatic system to produce large numbers of antibodies
55. A mother asked Nurse Edna on the duration of the effectiveness of a natural passive immunity. Nurse Edna is
correct when she tell the mother that the effect lasts for:
a. 2 to 3 weeks c. 6 months to 1 year
b. Permanent d. 2 to 5 years
Situation 12. Whenever possible, the nurse implements strategies to prevent infection. If infection cannot be
prevented, the nurse's goal is to prevent the spread of the infection within and between persons, and to treat the
existing infection.
56. Gino is a chronic carrier of infection. To prevent the spread of the infection to other clients or health care
providers, the nurse emphasizes interventions that do which of the following?
a. Eliminate the reservoir
b. Block the portal of exit from the reservoir
c. Block the portal of entry into the host
d. Decrease the susceptibility of the host
57. The most effective nursing action for controlling the spread of infection includes which of the following?
a. Thorough hand cleansing
b. Wearing gloves and masks when providing direct client care
c. Implementing appropriate isolation precautions
d. Administering broad-spectrum prophylactic antibiotics
58. In caring for Mark who is on contact precautions for a draining infected foot ulcer, Nurse Bong should perform
which of the following?
a. Wear a mask during dressing changes
b. Provide disposable meal trays and silverware
c. Follow standard precautions in all interactions with the client
d. Use surgical aseptic technique for all direct contact with the client
59. When caring for a single client during one shift, it is appropriate for the nurse to reuse which of the following
personal protective equipment?
a. Goggles c. Surgical mask
b. Gown d. Clean gloves
60. After teaching a client and family strategies to prevent infection, which statement by the client would indicate
effective learning has occurred?
a. “We will use antimicrobial soap and hot water to wash our hands at least three times per day.”
b. “We must wash or peel all raw fruits and vegetables before eating.”
c. “A wound or sore is not infected unless we see it draining pus.”
d. “We should not share toothbrushes but it is OK to share towels and washcloths.
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31. C.
A and B. There is no known vaccination and prophylactic antivirals for Dengue fever.
D. Eliminating the breeding sites of mosquitoes is better than killing the mosquitoes.
32. B
33. B. There is no known vaccination for Dengue fever.
34. A. Patient should be observed closely for signs of deterioration (shock) such as hypotension, tachycardia,
tachypnea, cold clammy perspiration and prostration.
B. This is not necessary.
C. There is no known antivirals for Dengue fever.

18. D. Platelet administration is done to prevent bleeding, but this is a dependent function.
35. B. This promotes vasoconstriction.
A. Aspirin is contraindicated. It may worsen the bleeding.
C. Patient should be placed in dorsal recumbent to facilitate blood circulation.
D. Diet should be low fiber, low fat, non-irritating, and non-carbonated.
36. C. Tuberculin/Mantoux test only indicate exposure to the mycobacterium, not active infection.
A and D. After obtaining three sputum negative results, chest x-ray can be done to assess parenchymal involvement.
Diagnosis of TB through x-ray can be made by the TB
Diagnostic Center (TBDC).
B. Direct Sputum Smear Microscopy (DSSM) is the primary diagnostic tool for TB.
37. C. Hemoptysis is the only contraindication for sputum collection.
A, B and D are indications for hospitalization of clients with TB.
38. B. The Isoniazid in the treatment regimen causes peripheral neuropathy. Client should be advised to increase
intake of Vitamin B6, which is commonly found in green leafy vegetables, such as kangkong.
39. D. Yellowish palms may indicate liver problem. Anti-tuberculous drugs, particularly Pyrazinamide, are hepatotoxic
drugs.
A. Hemoptysis is not a side effect, but must be reported immediately to the physician. Massive hemoptysis requires
hospitalization.
B and C are side effects of Isoniazid. Clients should be advised to increase oral fluid intake. Paracetamol is given to
manage the fever.
40. A. Strict compliance to the treatment regimen is a must while undergoing treatment for TB, to avoid relapses and
prevent the development of multi-drug resistant strain of TB.
B, C and D are part of the health teaching to clients with tuberculosis, but strict compliance to treatment regimen
should be given utmost emphasis.
41. A. The incubation period for SARS is 2-10 days but may be long as 13 days.
42. C.
A. Rhabdovirus causes rabies infection.
B. Togavirus causes German measles.
D. The family of paramyxovirus is responsible for measles and mumps.
43. B.
A. This pertain to isolation precaution.
C. This pertain to transmission-based precaution.
D. Handwashing is a universal precautionary measure.
44. A. During the prodromal phase, infectivity is none to low. Infectivity is highest during the respiratory phase (within
2-7 days).
B and D are seen during the respiratory stage.
C. Fever during the prodromal phase of SRAS is above 380C.
45. A. Handwashing is performed before and after client contact
B. Handwashing is performed before eating.
C. Handwashing is performed before food preparation.
D. Handwashing is performed after using the toilet.
46. B. There is no known vaccination for Filariasis. Diethycarbamezine Citrate (DEC) is given to patients with clinical
manifestations and/or microfilariae.
47. B. A. This is the causative agent for filariasis. Other causative agents include Brugia malayi and Brugia timori.
C. This is the vector for Malaria.
D. This is the vector for Dengue.
48. D. Incubation period ranges from 8-16 months.

19. 49. A. The clinic is only open from 8am to 5pm. The ICT is an antigen test that can be done in daytime. Nocturnal
blood smear is also a diagnostic test for Filariasis, but the patient's blood is taken at the patient's residence or in the
hospital after 8pm.
50. A. The clinic is only open from 8am to 5pm. The ICT is an antigen test that can be done in daytime. Nocturnal
blood smear is also a diagnostic test for Filariasis, but the patient's blood is taken at the patient's residence or in the
hospital after 8pm.
51. A. Lymphangitis, lymphadenitis, epidydimitis, funiculitis and orchotis are acute clinical manifestations of Filariasis.
Hydrocele, lymphedema, and elephantiasis are clinical manifestations of Chronic Filariasis.
52. Answer: C Rationale: Passive immunity provides immediate protection, it is short-lived, is limited in effectiveness,
and does not stimulate the body to produce antibodies. (NSNA NCLEX-RN Review, 4th Edition)
53. Answer: B
Rationale: Tetanus antitoxin provides antibodies, which confer immediate passive artificial immunity, the same with
antiserums and immune globulins. Option A is incorrect because antitoxins doesn't stimulate production of
antibodies. Option C is incorrect because it provides passive, not active, immunity. Option D is incorrect because
passive immunity, by definition, is not long-lasting. (Mosby's, 18th Edition)
54. Answer: B
Rationale: Gamma globulin, an immune globulin, contains most of the antibodies circulating in the blood. When
injected into an individual, it prevents a specific antigen from entering a host cell. Options A and D are incorrect
because this does not stimulate antibody production. Option C is incorrect because this does not affect antigen-antibody
function. (Mosby's, 18th Edition)
55. Answer: C
Rationale: The effectiveness of a natural passive immunity lasts for 6 months to 1 year. Option B is for natural active
immunity. Option A is for artificial passive immunity. Option C is for artificial active immunity.
56. Answer: B
Rationale: Blocking the movement of the organism from the reservoir will succeed in preventing the infection of any
other persons. In option A, since the carrier person is the reservoir and the condition is chronic, it is not possible to
eliminate the reservoir. Option C and D are incorrect because blocking the entry into a host or decreasing the
susceptibility of the host will be effective for only that one single individual and, thus, is not effective as blocking exit
from the reservoir.
57. Answer: A Rationale: Since the hands are frequently in contact with clients and equipment, they are the most
obvious source of transmission. Regular and routine hand cleansing is the most effective way to prevent movement of
potentially infective materials. Option B is incorrect because personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves and
masks is indicated for situations requiring Standard Precautions. Option C is incorrect because Isolation precautions
are used for clients with known communicable diseases. Option D is incorrect because use of antibiotics is not
effective and can be harmful due to the incidence of superinfection and development of resistant organisms.
58. Answer: C Rationale: Standard Precautions include all aspects of contact precautions with the exception of placing
the client in a private room. In option A, a mask is indicated when working over a sterile wound rather than an
infected one. Option B is incorrect because disposable food trays are not necessary for clients with infected wounds
unlikely to contaminate the client's handstion D is incorrect because sterile technique (surgical asepsis) is not
indicated for all contact with the client. The nurse would utilize clean technique when dressing the wound to prevent
introduction of additional microbes.
59. Answer: A Rationale: Unless overly contaminated by material that has splashed in the nurse's face and cannot be
effectively rinsed off, goggles may be worn repeatedly. In option B, since gowns are at high risk for contamination,
they should be used only once and hen discarded or washed. Option C and D are incorrect because surgical mask and
clean gloves are never washed or reused.
60.Answer: B Rationale: Raw foods touched by human hands can carry significant infectious organisms and must be
washed or peeled. Option A is incorrect because antimicrobial soap is not indicated for regular use and may lead to
resistant organisms. Hand cleansing should occur as needed. Hot water can dry and harm skin, increasing the risk of
infection. In option C, clients should learn all the signs of inflammation and infection (e.g., redness, swelling, pain and
heat) and not rely on the presence of pus to indicate this. Option D is incorrect because persons should not share
washcloths or towels.