Nursing Elites

1. What does it mean if a patient is lethargic?

• A. Active
• B. Exhausted
• C. Confused
• D. Restless

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Lethargic means feeling exhausted or sluggish. Being lethargic is the opposite of being active (choice A), confused (choice C), or restless (choice D). When a patient is lethargic, they lack energy and may appear tired or sluggish.

2. Choose the meaning of the word vent in the following sentence: 'A tube is used to vent the gases to the outside.'

• A. Block
• B. Trade
• C. Emit
• D. Inhale

Correct answer: C

Rationale: In this sentence, the word 'vent' means to allow the gases to escape or be emitted to the outside. 'Block' is incorrect because it means to obstruct or close off. 'Trade' is incorrect as it refers to the exchange of goods or services. 'Inhale' is incorrect as it means to breathe in, which is the opposite of venting gases out.

3. Which sentence uses the correct form of the verb?

• A. She has completed the project
• B. She has completed the project
• C. She has been completed the project
• D. She has completed the project

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is 'She has completed the project.' The sentence uses the present perfect tense with 'has completed,' which is the correct form of the verb. Choice A is incorrect due to the subject-verb agreement error ('She' requires 'has' instead of 'have'). Choice C is incorrect as it changes the meaning by using the passive voice 'has been completed' instead of the active voice. Choice D is incorrect as 'complete' should be 'completed' to match the present perfect tense.

4. 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.

5. After treatment, his PROGNOSIS was excellent. What does the term PROGNOSIS refer to?

• A. Compliance
• B. Range of motion
• C. Expected outcome
• D. Conclusion

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The term 'PROGNOSIS' refers to the expected outcome or likelihood of recovery after a specific treatment or illness. In this context, the word 'PROGNOSIS' directly relates to the expected outcome following the treatment, making choice C - Expected outcome - the correct answer. Choices A, B, and D are incorrect because 'Compliance' refers to following instructions, 'Range of motion' relates to the extent of movement in a joint, and 'Conclusion' is a summary or final decision, none of which captures the meaning of 'PROGNOSIS.'

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