Nursing Elites

1. Replete is best defined as being ___________.

• A. hardy
• B. quiet
• C. full
• D. sad

Correct answer: C

Rationale: Replete means filled to the utmost capacity or complete in every detail. Therefore, the best definition of replete from the given choices is 'full.' Choice A, 'hardy,' does not accurately reflect the meaning of replete. Choice B, 'quiet,' is unrelated to the definition of replete. Choice D, 'sad,' is also not synonymous with the term replete.

2. The abbreviation DTs on a patient’s chart stands for ___________.

• A. deep tendon reflex
• B. descending thorax
• C. delirium tremens
• D. dextrose in water

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The abbreviation DTs on a patient's chart stands for delirium tremens, which is a severe form of alcohol withdrawal. Symptoms of delirium tremens include confusion, hallucinations, severe agitation, seizures, and autonomic instability. This condition requires prompt medical treatment to prevent serious complications. Choices A, B, and D are incorrect. Deep tendon reflex (A) refers to the reflex response elicited by tapping a tendon with a reflex hammer, descending thorax (B) is not a recognized medical term, and dextrose in water (D) is a solution used for various medical purposes but is not represented by the abbreviation DTs.

3. What does Manifestation mean?

• A. A symptom or sign of a condition
• B. An indication or sign of a condition
• C. A treatment plan
• D. A type of diagnosis

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Manifestation means an indication or sign of a condition. It is not a treatment plan (choice C) or a type of diagnosis (choice D). While choice A is close, 'symptom' is more specific than 'indication' in this context, making choice B the most accurate.

4. If you are at the zenith of your career, you are ___________.

• A. just getting started
• B. preparing for retirement
• C. at the pinnacle of success
• D. having trouble with your superiors

Correct answer: C

Rationale: When someone is at the zenith of their career, it means they have reached the highest point or peak of success in their professional life. This suggests that they have achieved their utmost potential and are enjoying the height of their career accomplishments. Choice A, 'just getting started,' is incorrect as it implies the beginning of a career rather than the peak. Choice B, 'preparing for retirement,' is incorrect because being at the zenith of one's career usually signifies the prime of one's professional success, not the preparation for retirement. Choice D, 'having trouble with your superiors,' is incorrect as it is unrelated to the concept of reaching the peak of success in one's career.

5. Choose the meaning of the word 'waft' in the following sentence: The steady breeze caused dry leaves to waft over the creek.

• A. Sink
• B. Dive
• C. Wave
• D. Float

Correct answer: D

Rationale: In this sentence, the word 'waft' is used to describe the movement of dry leaves over the creek in response to the steady breeze. 'Waft' means to float gently through the air. The correct meaning of 'waft' in this context is to float. Choices A, B, and C are incorrect because 'sink' means to go down below the surface of something, 'dive' means to plunge headfirst into water or another substance, and 'wave' means to move one's hand to and fro in greeting or as a signal.

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