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. Another word for UNDER OBSERVATION is?

• A. Cognition
• B. Isolation
• C. Surveillance
• D. Assessment

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is C, 'Surveillance,' which means 'under observation.' 'Cognition' (A) refers to mental processes, 'Isolation' (B) means being separated from others, and 'Assessment' (D) is the evaluation of something, none of which directly relate to being observed.

3. What is Hydration?

• A. The process of dehydrating
• B. Maintenance of body fluid
• C. Loss of water
• D. Draining fluids

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Hydration refers to the maintenance of body fluids. Choice A is incorrect as it describes the opposite process, dehydration. Choice C is incorrect as it focuses on the result of inadequate hydration rather than the concept itself. Choice D is incorrect as it does not accurately define hydration but rather implies removing fluids.

4. Which phrase correctly completes the sentence? 'As we celebrated the start of the evening festivities, our glasses ___ and a toast was made by our host.'

• A. Were risen
• B. Were rose
• C. Were raised
• D. Arose

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is 'Were raised.' This phrase is the correct passive form, indicating the action of lifting the glasses during the toast. Choices A, B, and D are incorrect because 'were risen' is not grammatically correct, 'were rose' is not the appropriate verb form, and 'arose' does not convey the action of lifting the glasses as required in the sentence.

5. Choose the meaning of the word 'ameliorate' in the following sentence: 'Did that dosage appear to ameliorate the tenderness?'

• A. Cause
• B. Improve
• C. Reveal
• D. Restore

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The word 'ameliorate' means to improve or make something better. In this sentence, the question is asking whether the dosage made the tenderness better, indicating an improvement in the condition. Therefore, the correct meaning of 'ameliorate' is to improve, making option B the correct choice. Choices A, C, and D are incorrect as they do not accurately reflect the meaning of 'ameliorate' in the context provided.

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