Nursing Elites

1. Select the meaning of the underlined word in the following sentence. It is a clear, yellowish liquid having a peculiar ethereal, fruity odor.

• A. Aerated
• B. Incapacitating
• C. Delicate
• D. Distinctive

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The word 'distinctive' means having a quality that makes something unique or easily recognizable. In the context of the sentence provided, the clear, yellowish liquid with a peculiar ethereal, fruity odor is being described as having a noticeable and unique quality. Choice A, 'aerated,' means to introduce air into a substance, which does not fit the description of the liquid in the sentence. Choice B, 'incapacitating,' means to deprive of strength or ability, which is not relevant to the description of the liquid. Choice C, 'delicate,' means fragile or easily broken, and while it is somewhat related to the context of the sentence, it does not fully capture the unique and recognizable aspect described in the sentence.

2. What does 'inflamed' mean?

• A. Healthy and normal
• B. Reddened, swollen, and often tender
• C. Discolored but not swollen
• D. Hard and stiff

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The term 'inflamed' means being red, swollen, and often tender. It is a common response of the body to injury or infection, involving increased blood flow and immune cell activity. Choice A is incorrect because 'inflamed' does not describe a state of being healthy and normal. Choice C is incorrect as it only mentions discoloration without the characteristic swelling. Choice D is incorrect as 'inflamed' does not imply being hard and stiff.

3. What is Hydration?

• A. The process of dehydrating
• B. Maintenance of body fluid
• C. Loss of water
• D. Draining fluids

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Hydration refers to the maintenance of body fluids. Choice A is incorrect as it describes the opposite process, dehydration. Choice C is incorrect as it focuses on the result of inadequate hydration rather than the concept itself. Choice D is incorrect as it does not accurately define hydration but rather implies removing fluids.

4. Choose the meaning of the word 'disintegrates' in the following sentence: 'It disintegrates in the mouth within seconds after placement on the tongue, allowing its contents to be swallowed with or without water.'

• A. Evaporates
• B. Fizzes
• C. Deviates
• D. Fragments

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The word 'disintegrates' means to break apart into smaller parts or fragments. In the sentence, it describes the process of the substance breaking down in the mouth. Therefore, the most appropriate meaning is 'Fragments.' 'Evaporates' means to turn into vapor, 'Fizzes' refers to the production of bubbles, and 'Deviates' means to depart from the norm, making them incorrect choices in the context of the sentence.

5. What sentence should replace the following incorrect sentence? 'This door to remain unlocked during business hours.'

• A. This business must have the door unlocked at all times.
• B. This door to remain unclosed while open.
• C. This sentence is corrected as written.
• D. This door will remain unlocked when the business is open.

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The original sentence is incorrect due to awkward phrasing. Choice D, 'This door will remain unlocked when the business is open,' provides a clear and concise correction, specifying that the door should be unlocked only when the business is open. Choices A and B do not address the timing aspect of unlocking the door, making them incorrect. Choice C is incorrect as the original sentence needs a revision to clarify the intended meaning.

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