Nursing Elites

1. If tubes distend, they ___________.

• A. flex
• B. stretch
• C. solidify
• D. collapse

Correct answer: B

Rationale: When tubes distend, they expand or become enlarged, which typically results in stretching rather than flexing, solidifying, or collapsing. Distending tubes imply an increase in size or volume, indicating a stretching or expansion effect. Therefore, the correct answer is 'stretch.' Choice A, 'flex,' is incorrect as flexing refers to bending or curling, not expanding. Choice C, 'solidify,' is incorrect as solidifying refers to becoming solid, which is not related to the expansion of tubes. Choice D, 'collapse,' is incorrect as collapsing refers to falling in or giving way, which is the opposite effect of distending.

2. What word meaning 'once a year' fits best in the sentence: 'The _____ family reunion picnic was held at the Jones farm instead of the county park.'

• A. regular
• B. annual
• C. biennial
• D. holiday

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The word 'annual' refers to something that happens once every year. 'Regular' could mean frequent but doesn't specify a yearly event. 'Biennial' refers to something occurring every two years, while 'holiday' relates to a special day of celebration, not necessarily an annual event.

3. Which sentence is NOT GRAMMATICALLY CORRECT?

• A. Because he did not examine the patient, the healthcare provider prescribed her with the wrong medication.
• B. The nurse decided to bathe the client, then trim his nails.
• C. The dietician, through negligence, made a mistake with the diet plan.
• D. Since the child was feeling ill, the nurse sent him home.

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Choice B is incorrect due to the use of 'than' instead of 'then.' The correct word in this context is 'then' to indicate the order of actions. Choices A, C, and D are all grammatically correct. In choice A, the sentence structure is correct with a clear cause-effect relationship. Choice C is grammatically sound, describing the dietician's mistake. Choice D is also grammatically correct, showing a cause (the child feeling ill) leading to an effect (the nurse sending him home).

4. What is the best description for the term cathartic?

• A. Infested
• B. Therapeutic
• C. Fatiguing
• D. Supplementing

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The term 'cathartic' is best described as therapeutic because it refers to something that provides emotional release or purification. It helps in relieving emotional tension, which is a therapeutic benefit. 'Infested' means being invaded by pests, 'Fatiguing' means causing tiredness or exhaustion, and 'Supplementing' means adding to or enhancing something, none of which accurately describe the term 'cathartic.'

5. What is another word for flux?

• A. Flowing
• B. Restriction
• C. Absorption
• D. Discharge

Correct answer: D

Rationale: Flux is a term used to describe a discharge, which refers to the action of discharging or releasing something. In medical contexts, flux can specifically refer to a discharge of bodily fluids or matter. 'Flowing' (Choice A) is not a synonym of flux; it implies continuous movement rather than discharge. 'Restriction' (Choice B) and 'Absorption' (Choice C) are unrelated to the concept of flux and do not convey the same meaning.

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