Nursing Elites

1. A paroxysm is a sudden spasm. Another word for this might be

• A. Symptom
• B. Convulsion
• C. Efficacy
• D. Embolism

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B, 'Convulsion.' A paroxysm and a convulsion both refer to sudden, involuntary spasms. This makes 'Convulsion' the most suitable synonym. 'Symptom' (Choice A) refers to an indication of a condition but not a spasm. 'Efficacy' (Choice C) refers to the ability to produce a desired or intended result, unrelated to spasms. 'Embolism' (Choice D) refers to an obstruction in a blood vessel, not a sudden spasm.

2. What does the quoted word 'occluded' mean in the following sentence? The nurse reported that the patient's circulation to that foot was 'occluded'.

• A. Normal
• B. Impaired
• C. Inadequate
• D. Obstructed

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D, 'Obstructed.' 'Occluded' means blocked or obstructed, indicating that the circulation to the foot was hindered. Choices A, B, and C are incorrect because 'occluded' does not mean normal, impaired, or inadequate but rather obstructed.

3. What does Constrict mean?

• A. To expand
• B. To draw together
• C. To freeze
• D. To dissolve

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: 'To draw together.' Constrict means to narrow or squeeze, making something smaller or tighter. This is the opposite of expanding (choice A), freezing (choice C), and dissolving (choice D), which do not involve the action of drawing together or becoming smaller.

4. It is required that he _____ payment immediately.

• A. make
• B. sends
• C. sent
• D. deliver

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is 'make.' In this context, 'make' is the correct verb to use with 'payment.' The sentence structure requires a base form of the verb after 'required that.' Choices B, C, and D are incorrect as 'sends,' 'sent,' and 'deliver' do not match the structure needed in this sentence.

5. Something that is systematic is organized and planned. Another word for this might be ___________.

• A. involuntary
• B. universal
• C. formulaic
• D. manual

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The word 'formulaic' means following a formula or set pattern. Therefore, something that is systematic and follows a structured plan can also be described as formulaic. Choices A, B, and D are incorrect. 'Involuntary' means done without will or conscious control, 'universal' means affecting, or done by all people or things in the world, and 'manual' means operated or done by hand rather than automatically or electronically. Therefore, 'formulaic' is the most accurate synonym in the given context.

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