Nursing Elites

1. What does 'inflamed' mean?

• A. Healthy and normal
• B. Reddened, swollen, and often tender
• C. Discolored but not swollen
• D. Hard and stiff

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The term 'inflamed' means being red, swollen, and often tender. It is a common response of the body to injury or infection, involving increased blood flow and immune cell activity. Choice A is incorrect because 'inflamed' does not describe a state of being healthy and normal. Choice C is incorrect as it only mentions discoloration without the characteristic swelling. Choice D is incorrect as 'inflamed' does not imply being hard and stiff.

2. Something that is systematic is organized and planned. Another word for this might be ___________.

• A. involuntary
• B. universal
• C. formulaic
• D. manual

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The word 'formulaic' means following a formula or set pattern. Therefore, something that is systematic and follows a structured plan can also be described as formulaic. Choices A, B, and D are incorrect. 'Involuntary' means done without will or conscious control, 'universal' means affecting, or done by all people or things in the world, and 'manual' means operated or done by hand rather than automatically or electronically. Therefore, 'formulaic' is the most accurate synonym in the given context.

3. What does 'insidious' mean?

• A. Immediate and obvious
• B. So gradual as to not become apparent for a long time
• C. Sudden and severe
• D. Quick and detectable

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct definition of 'insidious' is 'So gradual as to not become apparent for a long time.' This term describes something that develops slowly and may not be noticed initially. Choice A, 'Immediate and obvious,' is incorrect because 'insidious' implies the opposite of being immediate. Choice C, 'Sudden and severe,' is incorrect because 'insidious' suggests a slow and subtle progression, not sudden. Choice D, 'Quick and detectable,' is incorrect because 'insidious' does not indicate something quick or easily detectable.

4. What does exogenous mean?

• A. Produced within the body
• B. Produced outside the body
• C. A byproduct
• D. Caused by bacteria

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Exogenous means produced outside the body. In this context, 'within the body' (Choice A), 'a byproduct' (Choice C), and 'caused by bacteria' (Choice D) do not accurately define exogenous. The correct definition of exogenous specifically refers to something originating or produced externally.

5. Choose the meaning of the word 'swathe' in the following sentence: Please swathe the baby and take her to the nursery.

• A. Nurse
• B. Cleanse
• C. Change
• D. Wrap

Correct answer: D

Rationale: In this context, the word 'swathe' means to wrap something, usually in cloth or bandages. So the correct meaning of 'swathe' in the sentence is to wrap the baby in cloth. Choice A ('Nurse') is incorrect as it does not relate to the action of wrapping. Choice B ('Cleanse') and Choice C ('Change') are also incorrect as they do not capture the intended meaning of 'swathe' in the sentence.

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