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Academic year : 2025/2026
English exam paper n°1
The Vital Role of the Modern Nurse
The journey of a nurse is one that intertwines with the most critical moments of human life. A
nurse is often the first professional to hold a newborn and a comforting presence for those in
their final moments, guiding patients and families through times of immense vulnerability. This
profound responsibility means a nurse's life is fundamentally dedicated to the service of others,
bearing significant responsibility for their actions and the guidance they provide.
To meet these demands, continuous education is not just encouraged but essential. A competent
nurse must actively engage with the latest medical research by reading professional journals
and attending seminars. Their commitment is round-the-clock; they must be prepared to offer
skilled assistance and compassionate care at any hour, regardless of the circumstances. This
duty extends to all patients, including those with severe, contagious illnesses, where the risk to
the nurse's own health is a daily reality.
Furthermore, a nurse must possess a deep understanding of human individuality. No two
patients are the same, and each will experience and react to illness, pain, and treatment in a
unique way. This understanding is why the entire medical team, including nurses, is perpetually
engaged in research, constantly seeking innovative methods and more effective medicines to
improve patient outcomes.
When a new or potent medication is administered, the patient enters a critical phase of
observation. The nurse's role here is paramount. They must vigilantly monitor for any
physiological or psychological changes, meticulously documenting everything from heart rate
fluctuations to subtle shifts in mood. This careful, detailed observation provides the doctor with
invaluable, real-time data that is crucial for accurate diagnosis, timely intervention, and the
ongoing adjustment of the patient's treatment plan.
Part 1 : Reading comprehension (6 pts):
1. Choose the most appropriate title for this text. (1 pt)
a) The History of Nursing
b) The Complex Responsibilities of a Modern Nurse
c) A Day in a Hospital
2. Correct the following false statements based on the text. (1.5 pts)
a) A nurse's work is only important during the day.
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b) Nurses do not need to learn about new medical research.
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c) All patients react to treatment in the same way.
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3. Answer the following questions based on the text. (2 pts)
a) What are two things a nurse must do when a patient is on a new medication ?
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b) Why does the text state that the medical team is always seeking new methods and
medicines?
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4. In your opinion, which quality mentioned in the text is the most important for a
nurse to have? Explain your choice. (1.5 pts)
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Part 2 : Language (8 pts)
Exercise 1 : Circle the Right Option (2.5 pts)
The hospital team (1) consists / is consisting / has consisted of many dedicated professionals.
In the Cardiology Department, a highly skilled doctor (2) quickly / rarely /
eventually analyzes the ECG results to diagnose heart conditions. The head nurse, who
manages the entire ward, (3) distributes / is distributing / distribute the medications to
patients every morning at 8 a.m. Meanwhile, in the Emergency Room, paramedics
(4) frequently / never / slowly encounter life-threatening situations that require immediate
action. The (5) pharmacist / surgeon / pediatrician in the pharmacy carefully prepares all
prescriptions to ensure patient safety.
Exercise 2 : (2.5 pts)
Write the correct form of the verb in brackets, using the appropriate tense.
Dr. Evans, who (1)………………….. (work) at this hospital for fifteen years,
(2)………………….. (teach) us how to take blood pressure yesterday. Currently, she (3)
……………………… (supervise) my work with patients. I know that by the end of this month,
I (4)……………………. (boost) this skill completely. She told me that she
(5)……………………… (be) very impressed with my progress so far.
Exercise 3 : Fill in the Blanks with the words from the box. (3 pts)
on, at, in, pediatrician, pharmacist, ward, surgeon, hospital, neurologist, dermatology,
appointments, every
My younger brother had to go to the (1)………………….. last week because he had a high
fever and a strange rash. We went to the (2)……………………. department first, but they
referred us to a (3)……………………... who specializes in children's health. The
(4)……………….. was very busy, but the staff were kind. We had to wait (5)………………
the waiting room for about an hour. After the examination, the doctor wrote a prescription,
which we took to the (6) …………………. to get the medication. The whole experience was
stressful, but the care he received was excellent.
Part 3: Writing (6 pts)
Exercise 1: Correct the Mistakes (2 pts)
The following sentences contain mistakes in grammar, vocabulary, or spelling. Rewrite
each sentence correctly.
1. The nurse are checking the patient's blood pressure now.
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2. We need to send this patient to the cardiology, his heart are beating very fast.
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3. She don't has to work on Sundays.
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4. Yesterday, the surgeon is performing a very difficult operation.
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Exercise 2: Short Paragraph (4 pts)
Write a short paragraph describing the qualities required for the nurse. Use vocabulary
from Units 1 and 2 (e.g., ward, patient, check, medication, doctor, care).
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Good luck
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