Nursing Elites

1. Choose the meaning of the word 'winnowed' in the following sentence: 'One by one, the applicants were winnowed out of the group.'

• A. Escorted
• B. Separated
• C. Elevated
• D. Summoned

Correct answer: B

Rationale: In this context, the word 'winnowed' means to separate or eliminate less desirable individuals from a larger group, indicating that the applicants were being sifted out or singled out in this process. Therefore, the most appropriate meaning among the choices provided is 'separated.' 'Escorted' (Choice A) implies being accompanied or guided, which is not the intended meaning. 'Elevated' (Choice C) means raised or lifted, which does not fit the context. 'Summoned' (Choice D) suggests being called or requested to attend, which is also not the correct meaning in this context.

2. Choose the meaning of the word 'sanctioned' in the following sentence: 'The professor sanctioned our field trip to the chemistry lab.'

• A. Organized
• B. Deterred
• C. Neglected
• D. Authorized

Correct answer: D

Rationale: In this context, the word 'sanctioned' means to authorize or approve. The sentence indicates that the professor gave permission for the field trip to the chemistry lab, which aligns with the meaning of 'authorized.' Choices A, B, and C are incorrect. 'Organized' does not fit the context as the sentence is about granting approval, not arranging. 'Deterred' means to discourage, which is the opposite of what the professor did. 'Neglected' means failed to care for or pay attention to, which is unrelated to the professor approving the field trip.

3. He tried to remember the names of all the people who were there that night.

• A. that
• B. who
• C. which
• D. whom

Correct answer: B

Rationale: In this context, 'who' is the correct relative pronoun to refer to people. 'That' is used for things, 'which' is used for animals or things, and 'whom' is an object pronoun, not needed in this sentence. Therefore, 'who' is the most appropriate choice.

4. If a patient's condition is deteriorating, he is ______.

• A. Improving
• B. Getting worse
• C. Stabilizing
• D. Reversing

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is 'B: Getting worse.' When a patient's condition is deteriorating, it means that their health is declining or worsening. Choices A, C, and D are incorrect because improving, stabilizing, and reversing all indicate positive changes or holding steady, which are the opposite of deteriorating.

5. What does 'Parameter' mean?

• A. A constant variable
• B. A characteristic or constant factor
• C. A measurable limit
• D. A calculated risk

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: 'A characteristic or constant factor.' In the context of systems or experiments, a parameter is a fixed element that influences the behavior or outcome. It is not a variable like in choice A, which can change. Choice C, 'A measurable limit,' is incorrect as a parameter is not necessarily a physical limit but a defining factor. Choice D, 'A calculated risk,' is unrelated to the definition of a parameter.

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