Nursing Elites

1. Select the meaning of the underlined word in the following sentence. The interns observed the contour of the patient’s rash.

• A. Shape
• B. Answers
• C. Amount
• D. Extension

Correct answer: A

Rationale: In this context, the word 'contour' refers to the outline or shape of the patient's rash. It indicates the specific form or structure of the rash as observed by the interns. 'Answers,' 'Amount,' and 'Extension' are incorrect choices because they do not accurately reflect the meaning of 'contour' in this sentence.

2. Which reflexive pronoun correctly completes the sentence? 'When a person finds ___ in a stressful situation, it helps to breathe deeply.'

• A. Themselves
• B. Itself
• C. Yourself
• D. Oneself

Correct answer: D

Rationale: 'Oneself' is the correct reflexive pronoun to use when referring to an unspecified person. In this sentence, 'oneself' is used to indicate any individual without specifying gender or number. Choices A, B, and C are incorrect as they refer to specific or known individuals, which does not fit the context of the sentence.

3. Select the meaning of the word 'tumult' in the sentence: 'The tumult in the emergency room seemed to last a long time.'

• A. Siren
• B. Distress
• C. Suffering
• D. Commotion

Correct answer: D

Rationale: In this sentence, the word 'tumult' is used to describe a state of confusion, disorder, and chaos in the emergency room. 'Commotion' is the closest synonym to this meaning, making it the correct choice from the list provided. Choice A, 'Siren,' does not capture the meaning of chaos and disorder. Choice B, 'Distress,' refers more to a state of extreme anxiety or suffering rather than the commotion described. Choice C, 'Suffering,' is not the best fit as the word 'tumult' in this context does not specifically imply suffering, but rather a noisy and chaotic situation.

4. What does Redundancy mean?

• A. Deficiency
• B. Surplus
• C. Delicate
• D. Abundance

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Redundancy means having more than is needed, making 'Surplus' the correct choice. The term does not relate to 'Deficiency' (lack), 'Delicate' (fragile), or 'Abundance' (plenty). In the context of this question, Redundancy refers to an excess or surplus of something.

5. What does Debilitating mean?

• A. Incapacitating
• B. Weakening
• C. Empowering
• D. Strengthening

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A: 'Incapacitating.' Debilitating means causing incapacity or weakness, making choice A the most appropriate. Choices B, C, and D are incorrect because they represent the opposite of what debilitating means. Weakening (choice B), Empowering (choice C), and Strengthening (choice D) all convey a sense of increasing strength or ability, which is the opposite of the meaning of debilitating.

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