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. Which word is NOT CORRECT? The student did not recognize which backpack was hers.

• A. Backpack
• B. Student
• C. Hers
• D. Recognize

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is 'C: Hers.' The possessive pronoun 'hers' does not require an apostrophe. The use of 'her's' with an apostrophe is grammatically incorrect. Choices A, B, and D ('Backpack,' 'Student,' and 'Recognize') are all spelled correctly and are grammatically sound in the sentence provided.

3. Which term refers to someone who has come to settle in the United States?

• A. Immigrate
• B. Migrate
• C. Immigrant
• D. Emigrant

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is 'C: Immigrant.' An immigrant is a person who comes to live permanently in a foreign country, such as the United States. Choice A, 'Immigrate,' refers to the action of entering a foreign country to live there. Choice B, 'Migrate,' means to move from one place to another. Choice D, 'Emigrant,' is someone who leaves their own country to settle permanently in another.

4. A paroxysm is a sudden spasm. Another word for this might be ___________.

• A. convulsion
• B. symptom
• C. efficacy
• D. embolism

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A: "convulsion." A paroxysm is defined as a sudden spasm or convulsion. The word "convulsion" specifically refers to a violent and involuntary contraction or spasm of muscles, which aligns perfectly with the description of a paroxysm. On the other hand, choices B, C, and D are incorrect. "Symptom" (B) refers to a manifestation of a condition rather than a physical spasm. "Efficacy" (C) relates to effectiveness or success, not a sudden spasm. "Embolism" (D) refers to the obstruction of a blood vessel, which is unrelated to the concept of a sudden spasm. Therefore, convulsion is the most suitable synonym for a paroxysm in this context.

5. What does it mean if a patient is lethargic?

• A. Active
• B. Exhausted
• C. Confused
• D. Restless

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Lethargic means feeling exhausted or sluggish. Being lethargic is the opposite of being active (choice A), confused (choice C), or restless (choice D). When a patient is lethargic, they lack energy and may appear tired or sluggish.

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