Nursing Elites

1. Which element is used in jewelry due to its malleability and resistance to tarnish?

• A. Iron
• B. Copper
• C. Gold
• D. Silver

Correct answer: C

Rationale: Gold's properties make it ideal for crafting durable and aesthetically pleasing jewelry

2. The process by which one element changes into another through radioactive decay is known as:

• A. Transmutation
• B. Fission
• C. Fusion
• D. Oxidation

Correct answer: A

Rationale: Transmutation - Radioactive decay alters the atomic structure, changing the element's identity (transmutation).

3. An IV bag contains 500ml of saline solution and needs to be infused over 4 hours. What is the flow rate in drops per minute, assuming 20 drops per milliliter?

• A. 12.5 drops/min
• B. 25 drops/min
• C. 50 drops/min
• D. 100 drops/min

Correct answer: C

Rationale: Calculate the total volume in drops (500ml * 20 drops/ml = 10,000 drops). Divide this by the infusion time in minutes (4 hours * 60 minutes/hour = 240 minutes) to get the flow rate.

4. A patient's temperature is 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit. What is their temperature in degrees Celsius (1°F = 5/9°C)?

• A. 32°C
• B. 37°C
• C. 41°C
• D. 45°C

Correct answer: A

Rationale: Subtract 32 from the Fahrenheit temperature (98.6°F) and then multiply by 5/9 to get 37°C.

5. Describe the concept of inertia in terms of Newton's first law.

• A. Objects in motion tend to remain in motion unless acted upon by an external force
• B. Objects at rest tend to remain at rest unless acted upon by an external force
• C. An object's resistance to a change in its state of motion
• D. The force required to lift an object

Correct answer: c

Rationale: Inertia refers to an object's tendency to maintain its current state of motion (either at rest or in motion) unless acted upon by an external force.

6. What type of bone is the kneecap (patella)?

• A. Long bone
• B. Short bone
• C. Flat bone
• D. Irregular bone

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: Short bone. The kneecap, or patella, is classified as a short bone because it is roughly cube-shaped and is composed of spongy bone enclosed by a thin layer of compact bone. Short bones provide support and stability with limited motion, making them ideal for protecting joints like the knee. Long bones are typically elongated, flat bones are thin and curved, and irregular bones have complex shapes. Understanding the classification of bones can help in identifying their functions and structural characteristics.

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