Nursing Elites

1. What does Torpid mean?

• A. Energetic
• B. Sluggish
• C. Fast
• D. Slow

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: 'Sluggish.' Torpid means being slow or inactive. Choice A, 'Energetic,' is the opposite of torpid. Choice C, 'Fast,' is not synonymous with torpid as it refers to quickness rather than sluggishness. Choice D, 'Slow,' is somewhat related to torpid but does not fully capture the inactive aspect of the term.

2. What does the term 'Precept' mean?

• A. A rule
• B. A guiding principle
• C. A habit
• D. A punishment

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The term 'Precept' refers to a guiding principle rather than just a rule, habit, or punishment. A precept is a general rule or principle guiding behavior, making choice B the correct answer. Choices A, C, and D are incorrect because a precept is more than just a simple rule, habit, or punishment; it encompasses a fundamental guiding principle that influences actions and decisions.

3. What does Distended mean?

• A. Shrunken
• B. Enlarged or expanded from pressure
• C. Collapsed
• D. Constricted

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Distended means enlarged or expanded from pressure. The term 'shrunken' (Choice A) means reduced in size, 'collapsed' (Choice C) means fallen in or disintegrated, and 'constricted' (Choice D) means narrowed or tightened. Therefore, the correct answer is B.

4. What is another word for elated?

• A. Edified
• B. Confused
• C. Flabbergasted
• D. Delighted

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The word 'elated' means to be ecstatically happy or joyful. Similarly, 'delighted' also means to be extremely pleased or filled with joy. Therefore, 'delighted' is another word that could be used to express the same meaning as 'elated.' Choices A, B, and C are incorrect. 'Edified' means to instruct or enlighten, 'confused' means to be unclear or bewildered, and 'flabbergasted' means to be astonished or amazed, which do not convey the same meaning as 'elated.'

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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