Nursing Elites

1. What is the crystalline compound that is a product of protein metabolism known as?

• A. uracil
• B. urine
• C. ureter
• D. urea

Correct answer: D

Rationale: Urea is the correct answer. It is the crystalline compound formed in the liver from the breakdown of proteins, a byproduct of protein metabolism. Urea is excreted by the kidneys in the form of urine, aiding in the elimination of nitrogenous waste from the body. Uracil (Choice A) is a nitrogenous base found in RNA, not a product of protein metabolism. Urine (Choice B) is the liquid waste excreted by the kidneys but not the crystalline compound resulting from protein metabolism. Ureter (Choice C) is a duct that carries urine from the kidneys to the bladder, not the compound produced from protein metabolism.

2. Which term best describes a synthetic drug?

• A. man-made
• B. phony
• C. atypical
• D. futile

Correct answer: A

Rationale: A synthetic drug is one that is artificially created in a laboratory setting rather than occurring naturally. The term 'man-made' accurately describes this process. Choices B, C, and D are incorrect. 'Phony' means fake or fraudulent, not specifically related to synthetic drugs. 'Atypical' means unusual or not typical, which doesn't directly relate to how synthetic drugs are made. 'Futile' means pointless or ineffective, which is not a characteristic of synthetic drugs.

3. Select the meaning of the word 'intact' in the sentence: 'It is important that the bandage remain intact.'

• A. Dry
• B. Whole
• C. Uncovered
• D. Secure

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is 'B: Whole'. In this context, 'intact' means undisturbed or whole, referring to the bandage being complete and not damaged. Choice A, 'Dry', is incorrect as it does not reflect the meaning of 'intact' in this sentence. Choice C, 'Uncovered', is also incorrect as 'intact' does not imply uncovered but rather complete. Choice D, 'Secure', is not the best fit as 'intact' in this context emphasizes the undamaged or whole nature of the bandage.

4. 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.

5. What is the definition of Bilateral?

• A. Occurring on one side
• B. Present on two sides
• C. Occurring in random areas
• D. Not occurring

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct definition of bilateral is something that is present on two sides. This term is commonly used in medical contexts to describe conditions or procedures that affect or involve both sides of a particular part of the body. Choice A, 'Occurring on one side,' is incorrect because bilateral refers to both sides, not just one. Choice C, 'Occurring in random areas,' is incorrect as bilateral specifically means on two sides, not random areas. Choice D, 'Not occurring,' is also incorrect as bilateral refers to something present on two sides, not the absence of occurrence.

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