Nursing Elites

1. What is another word for compendium?

• A. Collection
• B. Aptitude
• C. Conclusion
• D. Humor

Correct answer: A

Rationale: A compendium is a collection of concise but comprehensive information on a particular subject. Therefore, another word for compendium is "collection." The term "aptitude" refers to a natural ability to do something, not synonymous with compendium. "Conclusion" is a decision or judgment reached after considering the facts, not related to a compendium. "Humor" refers to the quality of being amusing or comic, not a synonym for compendium.

2. Which part of the sentence contains a typographical error?

• A. To a
• B. Very strong
• C. Being
• D. Went from

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D. The phrase 'Went form' contains a typographical error. It should be 'went from' to indicate the change in condition correctly. Choice A 'To a,' choice B 'Very strong,' and choice C 'Being' are grammatically correct and do not contain any typographical errors in the given sentence.

3. What is another name for the voice box?

• A. Trachea
• B. Larynx
• C. Pharynx
• D. Esophagus

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: Larynx. The voice box is commonly known as the larynx, which plays a vital role in producing sound. The trachea (choice A) is the windpipe that carries air to and from the lungs, not the voice box. The pharynx (choice C) is the throat passageway for air and food, distinct from the voice box. The esophagus (choice D) is the tube that carries food and liquids from the throat to the stomach, not related to the voice box. Therefore, the larynx is the specific anatomical structure referred to as the voice box.

4. Select the meaning of the word 'dilation' in the sentence: 'The laboring mother was at 50% dilation.'

• A. Blood pressure
• B. Cervical opening
• C. Birth process
• D. Exhumation

Correct answer: B

Rationale: In the context provided, 'dilation' refers to the widening or opening of the cervix during labor as the woman progresses towards childbirth. Choice A, 'Blood pressure,' is incorrect as dilation does not relate to blood pressure. Choice C, 'Birth process,' is too broad and does not specifically define the term 'dilation.' Choice D, 'Exhumation,' is unrelated and does not fit the context of the sentence.

5. A paroxysm is a sudden spasm. Another word for this might be

• A. Symptom
• B. Convulsion
• C. Efficacy
• D. Embolism

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B, 'Convulsion.' A paroxysm and a convulsion both refer to sudden, involuntary spasms. This makes 'Convulsion' the most suitable synonym. 'Symptom' (Choice A) refers to an indication of a condition but not a spasm. 'Efficacy' (Choice C) refers to the ability to produce a desired or intended result, unrelated to spasms. 'Embolism' (Choice D) refers to an obstruction in a blood vessel, not a sudden spasm.

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