Nursing Elites

1. Which sentence uses the pronoun "they" correctly?

• A. Her friends told her they liked her new haircut.
• B. Sarah and I, they went to the movies.
• C. They gave the awards to whomever deserved them.
• D. The birds, they were singing in the trees.

Correct answer: A

Rationale: Option A agrees with the closest noun, "friends."

2. A bookshelf has triangular shelves with a base of 40cm and a height of 30cm. The depth of the shelf is 25cm. What is the volume of each shelf?

• A. 3000 cu cm
• B. 3750 cu cm
• C. 5000 cu cm
• D. 7500 cu cm

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Calculate the area of the triangle (1/2 * base * height) and multiply by the depth.

3. She knows that performance appraisal consists of all the following activities EXCEPT:

• A. Setting specific standards and activities for individual performance.
• B. Using agency standards as a guide.
• C. Determine areas of strength and weaknesses
• D. Focusing activity on the correction of identified behavior.

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D: 'Focusing activity on the correction of identified behavior.' Performance appraisal is a process that involves setting specific standards and activities for individual performance, using agency standards as a guide, and determining areas of strengths and weaknesses. While performance appraisal may identify areas for improvement, its primary focus is not solely on correcting behavior. Instead, it is a holistic evaluation of an individual's performance in various aspects. Therefore, option D is the exception among the activities associated with performance appraisal.

4. Pseudostratified columnar epithelium

• A. Skeletal muscle
• B. Bony skeleton
• C. External ears
• D. Bloodstream

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is C: External ears. Pseudostratified columnar epithelium is a type of epithelial tissue found in the respiratory tract, where it appears to be stratified but all cells are anchored to the basement membrane. The external ears are lined with pseudostratified columnar epithelium to help protect and support the structures of the ear canal. Skeletal muscle (A) is a type of muscle tissue, bony skeleton (B) refers to bones, and bloodstream (D) is a system for blood circulation, which are not related to pseudostratified columnar epithelium.

5. Dandruff is caused by

• A. Excessive sebum production (This can contribute to oily dandruff)
• B. Bacterial infection (This can cause scalp folliculitis, not dandruff)
• C. Overgrowth of a specific type of fungus on the scalp
• D. Lack of proper skin hydration

Correct answer: C

Rationale: Dandruff is primarily caused by an overgrowth of a specific type of fungus called Malassezia on the scalp. This fungus feeds on the natural oils produced by the hair follicles, leading to an inflammatory response in some individuals, resulting in flaking and itching. Excessive sebum production can contribute to oily dandruff by providing more food for the fungus. Bacterial infections, such as scalp folliculitis, can cause symptoms similar to dandruff but are not the primary cause. Lack of proper skin hydration can contribute to dry scalp conditions but is not the main cause of dandruff.

6. Organisms that break down dead organisms and return nutrients to the environment are called:

• A. Producers
• B. Decomposers
• C. Consumers
• D. Parasites

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Rationale: Decomposers are organisms that break down dead organisms and organic matter, such as bacteria, fungi, and some insects. They play a crucial role in the ecosystem by breaking down complex organic materials into simpler forms, releasing nutrients back into the environment for other organisms to use. Producers (option A) are organisms that produce their own food through photosynthesis, consumers (option C) are organisms that consume other organisms for energy, and parasites (option D) are organisms that live on or in another organism and benefit at the host's expense.

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