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1. What is the primary purpose of diagnostic testing in nursing?
(A) To provide immediate treatment
(B) To confirm or rule out a diagnosis
(C) To document patient history
(D) To assess the effectiveness of patient education

2. Which of the following is a common diagnostic test used to evaluate cardiac function?
(A) Complete Blood Count (CBC)
(B) Chest X-ray
(C) Electrocardiogram (ECG)
(D) Urinalysis

3. What does a high white blood cell count typically indicate?
(A) Infection or inflammation
(B) Anemia
(C) Liver dysfunction
(D) Dehydration

4. What is the primary diagnostic purpose of a chest X-ray?
(A) To assess bone density
(B) To measure blood glucose levels
(C) To evaluate lung and heart structure
(D) To identify vitamin deficiencies

5. Which diagnostic test is used to measure blood glucose levels over a period of time?
(A) Fasting Blood Sugar (FBS)
(B) Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c)
(C) Oral Glucose Tolerance Test (OGTT)
(D) Random Blood Glucose Test

6. What is the primary indication for performing a lumbar puncture?
(A) To assess kidney function
(B) To measure bone mineral density
(C) To obtain cerebrospinal fluid for analysis
(D) To evaluate cardiac stress

7. Which diagnostic test is used to assess liver function?
(A) Liver function tests (LFTs)
(B) Lipid panel
(C) Renal panel
(D) Complete Blood Count (CBC)

8. What does a positive result on a mammogram typically indicate?
(A) Potential breast cancer
(B) Bone fracture
(C) Heart disease
(D) Lung infection

9. For which condition is an MRI most commonly used?
(A) Thyroid disorders
(B) Soft tissue injuries and neurological conditions
(C) Bone fractures
(D) Blood clots

10. What is the main purpose of a colonoscopy?
(A) To evaluate heart function
(B) To examine the large intestine for abnormalities
(C) To measure blood oxygen levels
(D) To assess kidney function

11. Which test is used to assess kidney function and includes measurements of creatinine and urea?
(A) Electrolyte panel
(B) Liver function tests
(C) Renal panel
(D) Complete Blood Count (CBC)

12. What is the purpose of a complete blood count (CBC)?
(A) To assess blood cell counts and diagnose anemia or infections
(B) To evaluate liver enzymes
(C) To measure blood glucose levels
(D) To check electrolyte balance

13. What does a high level of troponin in the blood indicate?
(A) Acute myocardial infarction (heart attack)
(B) Liver disease
(C) Chronic kidney disease
(D) Diabetes

14. What type of diagnostic test is a PET scan?
(A) Biochemical analysis
(B) Structural imaging
(C) Functional imaging
(D) Genetic testing

15. What is the main use of an abdominal ultrasound?
(A) To assess cardiac function
(B) To examine the internal organs of the abdomen
(C) To evaluate bone density
(D) To measure blood pressure

16. Which test is used to detect the presence of a bacterial infection in the blood?
(A) Basic metabolic panel
(B) Complete Blood Count (CBC)
(C) Urinalysis
(D) Culture and sensitivity

17. What does a low platelet count usually signify?
(A) Anemia
(B) Kidney disease
(C) Risk of bleeding or clotting disorders
(D) High blood sugar

18. What is a primary indication for performing an echocardiogram?
(A) To evaluate the structure and function of the heart
(B) To assess lung function
(C) To measure bone density
(D) To check blood glucose levels

19. Which test is commonly used to evaluate thyroid function?
(A) B-type Natriuretic Peptide (BNP) test
(B) Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) test
(C) C-reactive Protein (CRP) test
(D) Prothrombin Time (PT) test

20. What does a high level of bilirubin in the blood suggest?
(A) Diabetes
(B) Kidney failure
(C) Heart disease
(D) Liver disease or hemolysis

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