Nursing Elites

1. What does the quoted word 'impending' mean in the following sentence?

• A. Very serious
• B. Required
• C. Elective
• D. Soon to occur

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D: 'Soon to occur.' The word 'impending' is used to describe something that is about to happen or is soon to occur. In the context of the sentence provided, 'impending' operation indicates that the operation is about to take place. Choices A, B, and C are incorrect because 'impending' does not mean 'very serious,' 'required,' or 'elective.' Instead, it specifically refers to the timing of the operation as being imminent.

2. What is the best description for the word efficacy in the following sentence? The quality, safety, and efficacy of counterfeit medicines are not known.

• A. Effectiveness
• B. Significance
• C. Corollary
• D. Conclusion

Correct answer: A

Rationale: In the context of the sentence provided, efficacy refers to the ability of counterfeit medicines to produce the intended or desired effect. Efficacy is closely related to effectiveness, which is the correct description in this context. 'Significance' (Choice B), 'Corollary' (Choice C), and 'Conclusion' (Choice D) do not accurately capture the meaning of efficacy in this context.

3. She was so mad at her boyfriend, she _____ on him when he called.

• A. hung up
• B. picked
• C. held
• D. held on

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is 'A: hung up.' In this context, 'hung up' is the correct phrasal verb to indicate ending a phone call abruptly. The phrase 'hung up' means to abruptly end a phone call. The other choices do not fit the context. 'Picked' implies selecting something, 'held' means to grasp or support something, and 'held on' implies maintaining a grip or connection rather than ending the call.

4. A paroxysm is a sudden spasm. Another word for this might be

• A. Symptom
• B. Convulsion
• C. Efficacy
• D. Embolism

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B, 'Convulsion.' A paroxysm and a convulsion both refer to sudden, involuntary spasms. This makes 'Convulsion' the most suitable synonym. 'Symptom' (Choice A) refers to an indication of a condition but not a spasm. 'Efficacy' (Choice C) refers to the ability to produce a desired or intended result, unrelated to spasms. 'Embolism' (Choice D) refers to an obstruction in a blood vessel, not a sudden spasm.

5. If someone is disseminating information, what are they doing?

• A. Hiding it
• B. Broadcasting it
• C. Destroying it
• D. Withholding it

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: 'Broadcasting it.' Disseminating information means spreading or sharing it widely to reach a broader audience. Choice A, 'Hiding it,' is incorrect as disseminating involves making information known, not concealing it. Choice C, 'Destroying it,' is incorrect as disseminating means to distribute, not to eliminate. Choice D, 'Withholding it,' is incorrect because withholding information means keeping it back rather than sharing it openly.

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