Nursing Elites

1. The development of the disease was INSIDIOUS.

• A. Momentous
• B. Sudden
• C. Innocuous
• D. Gradual

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The term 'insidious' typically describes something that occurs gradually and subtly, often without being noticed until it has become more serious or established. Therefore, the development of the disease being insidious suggests that it was gradual, aligning best with the meaning of the word in this context. Choice A, 'momentous,' means significant or important, which is opposite in meaning to insidious. Choice B, 'sudden,' indicates something happening quickly and unexpectedly, contrary to the gradual nature of an insidious development. Choice C, 'innocuous,' means harmless or not likely to cause harm, which does not accurately reflect the negative and harmful connotation associated with an insidious disease development.

2. What does the term 'residual' refer to in the following sentence? The nurse was asked to record the residual urine in the patient's bladder.

• A. Measurement
• B. What is left
• C. Total volume
• D. Color and clarity

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The term 'residual' refers to what is left after the main part has been taken or used. In this context, 'residual urine' specifically means the urine that remains in the bladder after urination. Choices A, C, and D do not accurately capture the meaning of 'residual' in this sentence. 'Measurement' (A) is too general, 'Total volume' (C) does not specifically pertain to what remains, and 'Color and clarity' (D) is unrelated to the concept of what is left.

3. What does Collusion refer to?

• A. Agreement
• B. Conspiracy
• C. Misunderstanding
• D. Honesty

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Collusion refers to a secret agreement or conspiracy, often for deceitful or illegal purposes. While choices A, C, and D may involve some level of agreement or understanding, collusion specifically implies a secretive and usually dishonest arrangement, making choices A, C, and D incorrect in this context.

4. What does 'internal' mean?

• A. Near the surface of the body
• B. Located within the body
• C. Outside the body
• D. Far from the body

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Internal means located within the body. When something is described as internal, it refers to being inside the body or contained within the boundaries of an organism. Choices A, C, and D are incorrect as they describe locations that are either near the surface, outside, or far from the body, respectively, which are not the meanings of 'internal.'

5. What does Gaping mean?

• A. Partially closed
• B. Wide open
• C. Narrow
• D. Sealed

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B, 'Wide open'. Gaping refers to something being wide open, not partially closed (choice A), narrow (choice C), or sealed (choice D). In the context of the question, 'Gaping' describes something that is open widely.

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