Nursing Elites

1. In which chapter should she look for more information on herbal remedies to combat eczema?

• A. Chapter 8
• B. Chapter 10
• C. Chapter 11
• D. Chapter 12

Correct answer: D

Rationale: Eczema is a topical condition, so Chapter 12 (section D) would be the most appropriate place to look for information on herbal remedies to combat it. Chapter 8 focuses on herbs for adult needs, and while it may contain some relevant information, it is not specific to topical conditions like eczema. Chapters 10 and 11 cover respiratory and digestive conditions respectively, which are not relevant to treating eczema. Therefore, Chapter 12 is the best choice for Clothilde to find herbal remedies to combat eczema.

2. Which of the following words is written in the correct plural form?

• A. oxen
• B. styles
• C. monarchies
• D. clutches

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is 'B: styles.' 'Styles' is the correct plural form of 'style.' 'Oxes' in choice A is incorrect; the plural of 'ox' is 'oxen.' 'Monarchys' in choice C is incorrect; the correct plural form of 'monarchy' is 'monarchies.' 'Clutchs' in choice D is incorrect; the correct plural form of 'clutch' is 'clutches.' Therefore, 'styles' is the only word written in the correct plural form among the choices provided.

3. What is the primary function of the spleen, an organ associated with the lymphatic system?

• A. Regulating blood sugar levels
• B. Filtering blood and destroying old red blood cells
• C. Producing digestive enzymes
• D. Secreting hormones

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The spleen is primarily responsible for filtering blood and destroying old or damaged red blood cells. It also aids in storing blood and producing specific types of white blood cells, contributing to maintaining blood quality and immune system function. Choices A, C, and D are incorrect because the spleen is not involved in regulating blood sugar levels, producing digestive enzymes, or secreting hormones. These functions are carried out by other organs in the body.

4. What is the temperature of 35°C in Kelvin?

• A. 220
• B. 238
• C. 308
• D. 345

Correct answer: C

Rationale: To convert Celsius to Kelvin, add 273.15 to the Celsius temperature. In this case, 35°C + 273.15 = 308.15 K. Therefore, the correct answer is 308 K. Choice A (220) is incorrect as it does not account for adding 273.15 to convert to Kelvin. Choice B (238) is incorrect as it is not the result of adding 273.15 to 35°C. Choice D (345) is incorrect as it is not the correct conversion of 35°C to Kelvin.

5. What is the muscular tube that connects the outer surface to the cervix in a woman's birth canal referred to as?

• A. The uterus
• B. The cervix
• C. The vagina
• D. The ovaries

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is C, 'The vagina.' The muscular tube that connects the outer surface to the cervix in a woman's birth canal is called the vagina. The vagina serves as the passageway for menstrual flow, sexual intercourse, and childbirth. The cervix, not the uterus, connects the vagina to the uterus. The ovaries, on the other hand, are the organs responsible for producing eggs and female hormones, but they are not the muscular tube connecting the outer surface to the cervix in the birth canal.

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