2026 NECO Practical-Health Education Questions and Answers
Introduction
This 2026 NECO Practical Health Education Mock Examination is designed strictly for revision purposes. It follows the style and structure commonly used in practical examinations and helps candidates prepare for school assessments and the NECO examination. The questions are original and are not official NECO examination questions.
Examination Instructions
- Answer all eight (8) questions.
- Read each question carefully before answering.
- Where applicable, identify the specimen correctly before attempting the questions.
- Write your answers clearly and use correct Health Education terminology.
Question 1
Specimen A
Hand Washing Facility (Bucket with Tap, Soap and Clean Water)
(a)
Answer:
Specimen A is a hand washing facility.
(b)
State four uses of Specimen A.
Answer:
- Washing hands before eating.
- Washing hands after using the toilet.
- Preventing the spread of infectious diseases.
- Promoting personal hygiene.
(c)
Mention four diseases that can be prevented through proper hand washing.
Answer:
- Cholera
- Typhoid fever
- Dysentery
- Diarrhoea
2026 NECO Practical-Health Education Questions and Answers
Question 2
Specimen B
First Aid Box
(a)
Answer:
Specimen B is a First Aid Box.
(b)
List six items commonly found in a First Aid Box.
Answer:
- Cotton wool
- Bandage
- Antiseptic solution
- Adhesive plaster
- Scissors
- Disposable gloves
(c)
State four importance of keeping a First Aid Box.
Answer:
- Provides immediate treatment for injuries.
- Prevents excessive bleeding.
- Reduces infection.
- Saves lives before medical help arrives.
Question 3
Specimen C
Oral Rehydration Solution (ORS)
(a)
Answer:
Specimen C is Oral Rehydration Solution (ORS).
(b)
State four conditions for which ORS is recommended.
Answer:
- Diarrhoea
- Vomiting
- Mild dehydration
- Cholera
(c)
Mention four benefits of ORS.
Answer:
- Replaces lost body fluids.
- Restores body salts.
- Prevents severe dehydration.
- Reduces the risk of death from diarrhoeal diseases.
2026 NECO Practical-Health Education Questions and Answers
Question 4
Specimen D
Toothbrush and Toothpaste
(a)
Identify Specimen D.
Answer:
Specimen D consists of a toothbrush and toothpaste.
(b)
State five importance of brushing the teeth regularly.
Answer:
- Prevents tooth decay.
- Prevents bad breath.
- Removes food particles.
- Maintains healthy gums.
- Improves oral hygiene.
(c)
Mention three common dental diseases.
Answer:
- Dental caries
- Gingivitis
- Periodontitis
Question 5
Specimen E
Mosquito Net (Insecticide-Treated Net)
(a)
Answer:
Specimen E is an Insecticide-Treated Mosquito Net (ITN).
(b)
State five advantages of using an ITN.
Answer:
- Prevents mosquito bites.
- Reduces malaria infection.
- Protects pregnant women.
- Protects children.
- Promotes healthy sleep.
(c)
Mention four methods of controlling mosquitoes.
Answer:
- Draining stagnant water.
- Clearing bushes.
- Sleeping under treated nets.
- Spraying insecticides.
Question 6
Specimen F
Condom (Male Condom)
(a)
Identify Specimen F.
Answer:
Specimen F is a male condom.
(b)
State four functions of a condom.
Answer:
- Helps prevent unintended pregnancy.
- Reduces the transmission of sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
- Lowers the risk of HIV transmission.
- Serves as a barrier method of contraception.
(c)
Mention four sexually transmitted infections.
Answer:
- Gonorrhoea
- Syphilis
- HIV infection
- Chlamydia
2026 NECO Practical-Health Education Questions and Answers
Question 7
Specimen G
Thermometer
(a)
Identify Specimen G.
Answer:
Specimen G is a clinical thermometer.
(b)
State four uses of a thermometer.
Answer:
- Measuring body temperature.
- Detecting fever.
- Monitoring illness.
- Assessing recovery during treatment.
(c)
Mention four safety precautions when using a thermometer.
Answer:
- Clean before and after use.
- Handle carefully to avoid damage.
- Store in a protective case.
- Follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
Question 8
Specimen H
Balanced Diet Chart (Food Guide)
(a)
Identify Specimen H.
Answer:
Specimen H is a balanced diet chart (food guide).
(b)
Mention the six classes of food.
Answer:
- Carbohydrates
- Proteins
- Fats and oils
- Vitamins
- Minerals
- Water
(c)
State six importance of eating a balanced diet.
Answer:
- Promotes healthy growth and development.
- Supplies energy for daily activities.
- Repairs worn-out body tissues.
- Strengthens the immune system.
- Helps maintain a healthy body weight.
- Reduces the risk of nutrition-related diseases.
Examination Tips for NECO Practical Health Education
- Study common health education specimens and their uses.
- Learn the contents and uses of a first aid box.
- Understand the principles of personal hygiene and environmental sanitation.
- Revise nutrition, communicable diseases, first aid, family health, and safety practices.
- Practice identifying common health-related materials and explaining their functions clearly.
