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. If a patient is especially obdurate, she is ___________.

• A. very large
• B. quite stubborn
• C. easily upset
• D. ready to go home

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: 'quite stubborn.' The word 'obdurate' means stubbornly refusing to change one's opinion or course of action. Therefore, if a patient is especially obdurate, it indicates that she is likely very stubborn in her behavior or beliefs. Choices A, C, and D are incorrect because they do not reflect the meaning of 'obdurate.' Being 'very large' (Choice A), 'easily upset' (Choice C), or 'ready to go home' (Choice D) does not directly relate to being stubborn and unwilling to change.

3. If a patient's condition is deteriorating, he is ______.

• A. Improving
• B. Getting worse
• C. Stabilizing
• D. Reversing

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is 'B: Getting worse.' When a patient's condition is deteriorating, it means that their health is declining or worsening. Choices A, C, and D are incorrect because improving, stabilizing, and reversing all indicate positive changes or holding steady, which are the opposite of deteriorating.

4. What does it mean to critique something?

• A. Dislike
• B. Appraise
• C. Ignore
• D. Condemn

Correct answer: B

Rationale: To critique something means to evaluate or appraise it, looking at its strengths and weaknesses. Choice A, 'Dislike,' is incorrect because critiquing involves a more detailed analysis than simply expressing a negative feeling. Choice C, 'Ignore,' is incorrect as critiquing involves paying attention and analyzing the subject, not disregarding it. Choice D, 'Condemn,' is incorrect as it implies a strong disapproval rather than a thoughtful evaluation.

5. A restricted diet is ___________.

• A. low in fat
• B. vegetarian
• C. banned
• D. limited

Correct answer: D

Rationale: A restricted diet is limited in some way, such as reducing the intake of certain foods, food groups, or nutrients. It may involve limitations on quantity, frequency, or types of foods consumed. This restriction could be related to health factors, allergies, sensitivities, ethical reasons, or personal preferences. Choice A, 'low in fat,' is too specific and does not encompass the broad concept of restriction in a diet. Choice B, 'vegetarian,' refers to a specific dietary pattern but does not necessarily indicate restriction. Choice C, 'banned,' is incorrect as it implies a complete prohibition rather than limitation, which is characteristic of a restricted diet.

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