Nursing Elites

1. Select the sentence in which 'snake' is used as a verb.

• A. The snake is in the grass
• B. He had to snake his way through the crowd
• C. The snake slithered away
• D. The spy had to snake his way onto the train

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The sentence 'The spy had to snake his way onto the train' correctly uses 'snake' as a verb. In this context, 'snake' is used to describe the spy's action of moving cunningly and stealthily, similar to how a snake slithers, making it the appropriate choice where 'snake' functions as a verb. The other choices use 'snake' as a noun to refer to the reptile itself or its movement, not as a verb.

2. The hospital accepts a certain quota of 'indigent' patients.

• A. Uninjured
• B. Apathetic
• C. Resentful
• D. Impoverished

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The word 'indigent' refers to people who are poor or impoverished, lacking financial resources. Therefore, the correct choice is D, 'Impoverished.' Choices A, B, and C are incorrect because they do not accurately reflect the meaning of 'indigent.' Choice A, 'Uninjured,' is unrelated to financial status. Choice B, 'Apathetic,' means showing no interest or concern, which is irrelevant. Choice C, 'Resentful,' means feeling bitterness or indignation, which is also unrelated to poverty.

3. What is the meaning of the word 'proscribe'?

• A. anticipate
• B. prevent
• C. defeat
• D. forbid

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D: 'forbid.' 'Proscribe' means to officially forbid or prohibit something. Choice A, 'anticipate,' is incorrect as it means to expect or predict something. Choice B, 'prevent,' is incorrect as it means to stop something from happening. Choice C, 'defeat,' is incorrect as it means to overcome or win against someone or something, which is not the meaning of 'proscribe.' Therefore, the most appropriate meaning for 'proscribe' among the given choices is to forbid.

4. The Ramifications of a course of treatment are that treatment's ______

• A. Effectiveness
• B. Consequences
• C. Complications
• D. Outcomes

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is 'B: Consequences.' Ramifications refer to the consequences of a particular course of action or treatment. In this context, 'Effectiveness' (Choice A) is not the most appropriate term as ramifications are more about the results or outcomes beyond just effectiveness. 'Complications' (Choice C) are adverse effects or issues that arise, not necessarily the overall consequences. 'Outcomes' (Choice D) is close in meaning but not as synonymous with ramifications as 'Consequences' is.

5. It's true that children depend on their parents for food, clothing, and ______.

• A. shelter
• B. security
• C. guidance
• D. affection

Correct answer: A

Rationale: Children depend on their parents for providing basic needs like food, clothing, and shelter. 'Shelter' refers to the physical protection and housing that parents are responsible for providing to their children. While security, guidance, and affection are also important aspects of parenting, in the context of the question, the most essential need after food and clothing is shelter.

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