Nursing Elites

1. A surgeon who is adroit might be described as ______.

• A. Careless
• B. Skillful
• C. Inexperienced
• D. Lazy

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The word 'adroit' means skillful or proficient. A surgeon who is adroit would be highly skilled and proficient in their work. Therefore, the most appropriate description for a surgeon who is adroit is 'skillful.' Choices A, C, and D are incorrect because they do not reflect the positive attribute associated with being adroit.

2. Place the four words in alphabetical order.

• A. Assemble, assembled, assembling, assembly
• B. Assembly, assemble, assembled, assembling
• C. Assemble, assembly, assembling, assembled
• D. Assemble, assembly, assembled, assembling

Correct answer: C

Rationale: In alphabetical order, 'Assemble, assembly, assembling, assembled' is correct. The alphabetical order is determined by the first letter of each word. The correct sequence starts with 'Assemble,' followed by 'assembly,' then 'assembling,' and finally 'assembled.' Choice A, B, and D do not follow the correct alphabetical order as the words are not arranged alphabetically.

3. What is the best description for the abbreviation EEG?

• A. A test of brain activity
• B. A medical service
• C. A heartbeat monitor
• D. A specialist in dentistry

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A: 'A test of brain activity.' EEG stands for Electroencephalogram, a test used to evaluate the electrical activity in the brain. It helps diagnose conditions like epilepsy, seizures, and other brain disorders. Choice B, 'A medical service,' is too broad and does not specifically refer to EEG. Choice C, 'A heartbeat monitor,' is incorrect as EEG does not monitor the heart. Choice D, 'A specialist in dentistry,' is unrelated to the abbreviation EEG.

4. Select the meaning of the word 'undulate' in the sentence: 'Each shiver made his muscles undulate beneath his skin.'

• A. Ripple
• B. Shake
• C. Flatten
• D. Unknot

Correct answer: A

Rationale: In this context, 'undulate' means to move in a smooth, wave-like motion. An undulation of muscles is a subtle, continuous rippling or rolling movement, making 'ripple' the most appropriate synonym in this sentence. 'Shake' (Choice B) is incorrect as it implies a more abrupt and irregular movement. 'Flatten' (Choice C) and 'Unknot' (Choice D) are unrelated to the smooth, wave-like motion described in the sentence.

5. What is the meaning of Contrite?

• A. Guilty
• B. Regretful
• C. Shameful
• D. Pleased

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: 'Regretful.' Contrite means feeling regret or remorse. 'Guilty' (A) refers to being responsible for a wrongdoing, not necessarily feeling remorseful. 'Shameful' (C) means feeling ashamed, which is related but not the same as feeling regret. 'Pleased' (D) means feeling satisfied or happy, which is the opposite of contrite.

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