Nursing Elites

1. Choose the meaning of the word intact in the following sentence: 'The capsule remains intact even when placed in water.'

• A. Viable
• B. Operational
• C. Tinted
• D. Whole

Correct answer: D

Rationale: In this sentence, the word 'intact' is synonymous with 'whole,' meaning that the capsule remains undamaged or complete even when placed in water. Choices A, B, and C are incorrect. 'Viable' means capable of working successfully, 'operational' means in working order, and 'tinted' means slightly colored.

2. What is another word for 'flux'?

• A. Quantity
• B. Inflation
• C. Strength
• D. Discharge

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is 'D: Discharge.' 'Flux' is a term used to describe the flow or discharge of fluid. Therefore, 'Discharge' is the most appropriate synonym in this context. The other choices are incorrect: A) 'Quantity' refers to an amount, B) 'Inflation' refers to the rise in prices, and C) 'Strength' refers to the power or quality of being strong.

3. Select the meaning of the word 'parameters' in the sentence: 'The parameters of medical ethics require the nurse to report suspected child abuse.'

• A. Laws
• B. Limits
• C. Common sense
• D. Structure

Correct answer: B

Rationale: In the context of the sentence provided, 'parameters' refer to the limits or boundaries set by medical ethics that dictate the nurse's actions. This term does not directly relate to laws (choice A), common sense (choice C), or structure (choice D) in this context. The correct answer is 'B - Limits,' as it aligns with the idea of boundaries or restrictions within which the nurse must operate according to medical ethics.

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

• A. Unwell
• B. Deprived
• C. Conceited
• D. Downcast

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The term 'doleful' is best described as feeling or expressing sorrow or sadness. 'Downcast' aligns with this meaning as it refers to having a dejected or low spirit, which matches the nature of doleful. Options A, B, and C do not directly relate to the sense of sadness or sorrow that doleful conveys. 'Unwell' means in poor health, 'deprived' means lacking something essential, and 'conceited' means having an excessively favorable opinion of oneself, none of which capture the essence of doleful.

5. If a patient is especially obdurate, she is ___________.

• A. very large
• B. quite stubborn
• C. easily upset
• D. ready to go home

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: 'quite stubborn.' The word 'obdurate' means stubbornly refusing to change one's opinion or course of action. Therefore, if a patient is especially obdurate, it indicates that she is likely very stubborn in her behavior or beliefs. Choices A, C, and D are incorrect because they do not reflect the meaning of 'obdurate.' Being 'very large' (Choice A), 'easily upset' (Choice C), or 'ready to go home' (Choice D) does not directly relate to being stubborn and unwilling to change.

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