Nursing Elites

1. According to Newton's third law of motion, for every action, there is an equal and opposite ___________.

• A. Reaction
• B. Force
• C. Acceleration
• D. Momentum

Correct answer: a

Rationale: Newton's third law states that for every force or action, there is an equal and opposite reaction.

2. Which type of waves are capable of interference and diffraction?

• A. Longitudinal waves only
• B. Transverse waves only
• C. Electromagnetic waves only
• D. Both longitudinal and transverse waves

Correct answer: d

Rationale: Both longitudinal and transverse waves can exhibit interference and diffraction phenomena.

3. The Becquerel (Bq) is the designated unit for quantifying:

• A. Electron volt (eV) measurements of energy
• B. Radioactivity
• C. Electric charge (Coulombs)
• D. Force (Newtons)

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The Becquerel (Bq) is the designated unit for quantifying radioactivity. Radioactivity is the measure of the rate at which radioactive atoms undergo nuclear decay and emit radiation. One Becquerel is equal to one nuclear decay event per second. This unit is named after Henri Becquerel, the scientist who discovered radioactivity. Therefore, option B, 'Radioactivity,' is the correct answer. Electron volt (eV) measurements of energy are quantified using a different unit, electric charge is measured in Coulombs, and force is quantified in Newtons, making them incorrect choices for this question.

4. The spleen, a large lymphatic organ, is located in the:

• A. Chest
• B. Abdomen
• C. Pelvis
• D. Head and neck

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: Abdomen. The spleen, a large lymphatic organ, is located in the upper left part of the abdomen, under the ribcage and above the stomach. It plays a crucial role in filtering and purifying the blood, removing old or damaged blood cells, and storing blood. The spleen is not located in the chest, pelvis, or head and neck. Understanding the anatomical location of organs is essential for medical professionals to accurately diagnose and treat patients.

5. Two identical balls, one made of clay and the other made of steel, are dropped from the same height. Which ball reaches the ground first, neglecting air resistance?

• A. The clay ball due to its lower density
• B. The steel ball due to its higher density
• C. Both balls reach the ground simultaneously
• D. It depends on the initial velocities of the balls

Correct answer: C

Rationale: In a vacuum (neglecting air resistance), the acceleration due to gravity is constant for all objects regardless of their mass or composition. This means both balls will experience the same acceleration and reach the ground at the same time.

6. The major site for nutrient absorption in the digestive system is the:

• A. Mouth
• B. Stomach
• C. Small intestine
• D. Large intestine

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is C: Small intestine. The small intestine is the major site for nutrient absorption in the digestive system. It is where most of the digestion and absorption of nutrients from food takes place. The small intestine has villi and microvilli that increase its surface area, allowing for efficient absorption of nutrients like sugars, amino acids, and fatty acids into the bloodstream. The mouth is primarily responsible for mechanical digestion through chewing, while the stomach's main function is to break down food with enzymes and acids. The large intestine mainly absorbs water and electrolytes, with minimal nutrient absorption.

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