Nursing Elites

1. The nurse asked the patient to choose the items from the menu that are his _____.

• A. favorites
• B. selections
• C. preferences
• D. choices

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is 'favorites.' In this context, 'favorites' best describes the patient's personal preferences from the menu. The nurse is asking the patient to select the items they like the most. While 'selections' and 'choices' could also work in this context, 'favorites' specifically highlights the items the patient prefers above all others. 'Preferences' is not as fitting as 'favorites' because it generally refers to a broader range of likes and dislikes rather than specific favorite items.

2. A tuberculin skin test should be read within 24 hours of administration.

• A. of
• B. before
• C. after
• D. during

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The correct preposition to use after 'within 24 hours' in this context is 'of.' Therefore, the tuberculin skin test should be read within 24 hours of administration. The other choices ('before,' 'after,' 'during') do not correctly convey the relationship between the timing of reading the test and the administration.

3. Choose the meaning of the word 'dilute' in the following sentence: 'Always dilute that medicine before administering it to a patient.'

• A. Add water to
• B. Reduce by half
• C. Warm up
• D. Decontaminate

Correct answer: A

Rationale: In this context, 'dilute' means to make the medicine less concentrated by adding water or another liquid. It is important to dilute certain medicines to ensure they are safe and effective for a patient's use. Choice B, 'Reduce by half,' is incorrect as diluting does not necessarily mean reducing by half; it means to make less concentrated. Choice C, 'Warm up,' is unrelated to the meaning of dilute. Choice D, 'Decontaminate,' is also incorrect as dilute refers to reducing the concentration of a substance, not removing contaminants.

4. What is the best description for the word establish in the following sentence? Physicians use patch tests to establish the specific causes of contact dermatitis.

• A. Launch
• B. Introduce
• C. Endorse
• D. Determine

Correct answer: D

Rationale: In the given sentence, the word 'establish' is used in the context of identifying or finding out the specific causes of contact dermatitis through patch tests. The most fitting description for 'establish' in this context is 'Determine,' as it signifies the action of figuring out or ascertaining the specific causes. 'Launch,' 'introduce,' and 'endorse' do not capture the essence of what the physicians are doing in this scenario. They are not launching, introducing, or endorsing the causes; instead, they are trying to determine them through the patch tests.

5. If a nurse is CIRCUMSPECT with patient records, what is she doing?

• A. Acting carelessly
• B. Guarded
• C. Reckless
• D. Neglecting

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: 'Guarded.' Circumspect means to be cautious or guarded. In this context, being circumspect with patient records implies being careful and cautious in handling them, maintaining confidentiality and privacy. Choices A, C, and D are incorrect because circumspect does not mean acting carelessly, reckless, or neglecting; instead, it suggests being watchful and discreet.

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