Nursing Elites

1. Based on the principles of asepsis, the nurse should consider a sterile packet below waist level to be _____.

• A. contaminated
• B. sterilized
• C. clean
• D. untouched

Correct answer: A

Rationale: In aseptic techniques, maintaining the sterility of items is crucial. Placing a sterile packet below waist level exposes it to potential contamination from non-sterile surfaces or objects. Therefore, the correct term to describe the sterile packet in this situation is 'contaminated.' 'Sterilized' (choice B) is incorrect as it implies the packet has undergone a sterilization process, which may not be the case if it is now considered contaminated. 'Clean' (choice C) is incorrect because although the packet was initially sterile, placing it below waist level compromises its cleanliness. 'Untouched' (choice D) is incorrect as the packet has been touched or exposed to non-sterile areas, leading to potential contamination.

2. What is the definition of Bilateral?

• A. Occurring on one side
• B. Present on two sides
• C. Occurring in random areas
• D. Not occurring

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct definition of bilateral is something that is present on two sides. This term is commonly used in medical contexts to describe conditions or procedures that affect or involve both sides of a particular part of the body. Choice A, 'Occurring on one side,' is incorrect because bilateral refers to both sides, not just one. Choice C, 'Occurring in random areas,' is incorrect as bilateral specifically means on two sides, not random areas. Choice D, 'Not occurring,' is also incorrect as bilateral refers to something present on two sides, not the absence of occurrence.

3. What is the meaning of histrionics?

• A. Accomplishments
• B. Daring acts
• C. Examinations
• D. Emotional behavior

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D, 'Emotional behavior.' Histrionics refer to exaggerated or dramatic emotional behavior, often characterized by theatricality or over-the-top expressions of emotions. It is more related to dramatic and exaggerated emotional displays rather than accomplishments, daring acts, or examinations. Choices A, B, and C are incorrect because histrionics specifically pertain to emotional behavior and not achievements, daring actions, or assessments.

4. When a body part has atrophied, it has ____?

• A. Enlarged
• B. Withered
• C. Swollen
• D. Damaged

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: 'Withered.' When a body part atrophies, it shrinks or wastes away. This term is associated with a decrease in muscle mass or tissue due to various reasons like lack of use or injury. Choices A, C, and D are incorrect because atrophy does not refer to enlargement, swelling, or damage, but rather to wasting away or shrinking.

5. _____ are very ancient people.

• A. Chinese
• B. The Greeks
• C. Romans
• D. Egyptians

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is 'Chinese.' In the context of ancient civilizations, 'Chinese' is appropriately used to refer to a very ancient culture like the Shang dynasty (c. 1600–1046 BC) or the Zhou dynasty (1046–256 BC). The other choices ('The Greeks,' 'Romans,' and 'Egyptians') are also ancient civilizations, but they are not the best fit in the given sentence as they do not match the description of 'very ancient people.' The Greeks, Romans, and Egyptians are ancient too, but 'very ancient people' specifically points towards Chinese civilization during its early periods. Therefore, 'Chinese' is the most suitable option.

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