Nursing Elites

1. What is the best description for the term anodyne?

• A. Emulsified
• B. Liquefied
• C. Contaminated
• D. Painkilling

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The term 'anodyne' refers to something that relieves or alleviates pain or discomfort. Therefore, the best description for anodyne is 'painkilling.' Choices A (Emulsified), B (Liquefied), and C (Contaminated) are incorrect as they do not accurately represent the meaning of anodyne.

2. The physician started to perform the operation, but the patient was not yet completely _____ anesthesia.

• A. under
• B. within
• C. with
• D. over

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is 'under' as it is commonly used to describe the state of being affected by anesthesia. The patient is 'under' anesthesia, not 'within,' 'with,' or 'over' it. 'Within' typically refers to being inside something, 'with' indicates being accompanied by something, and 'over' suggests being above or on top of something. Therefore, in the context of the sentence, 'under' is the most appropriate choice.

3. Choose the meaning of the word 'dilute' in the following sentence: 'Always dilute that medicine before administering it to a patient.'

• A. Add water to
• B. Reduce by half
• C. Warm up
• D. Decontaminate

Correct answer: A

Rationale: In this context, 'dilute' means to make the medicine less concentrated by adding water or another liquid. It is important to dilute certain medicines to ensure they are safe and effective for a patient's use. Choice B, 'Reduce by half,' is incorrect as diluting does not necessarily mean reducing by half; it means to make less concentrated. Choice C, 'Warm up,' is unrelated to the meaning of dilute. Choice D, 'Decontaminate,' is also incorrect as dilute refers to reducing the concentration of a substance, not removing contaminants.

4. What is your “funny bone” actually?

• A. Humerus
• B. Ulnar nerve
• C. Carpal bone
• D. Biceps brachii

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Your 'funny bone' is actually your ulnar nerve, not a bone. The ulnar nerve runs along the inside part of your elbow and is easily bumped or compressed, leading to a tingling or slightly painful sensation that is commonly referred to as hitting your funny bone. The humerus (Choice A) is the long bone in your upper arm, the carpal bone (Choice C) is a bone in your wrist, and the biceps brachii (Choice D) is a muscle in your upper arm. Therefore, the correct answer is the ulnar nerve (Choice B).

5. Select the meaning of the word 'corpulence' in the sentence: 'The patient’s corpulence made him difficult to handle.'

• A. Belligerence
• B. Gassiness
• C. Wariness
• D. Stoutness

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D: 'Stoutness.' The word 'corpulence' refers to the state of being excessively fat or overweight, indicating the patient's stoutness or large size due to excess body weight. Choice A, 'Belligerence,' is incorrect as it means aggressive or hostile behavior, which does not fit the context of the sentence. Choice B, 'Gassiness,' is incorrect as it refers to the state of having excessive gas in the digestive system, which is unrelated to the patient's physical size. Choice C, 'Wariness,' is incorrect as it means cautiousness or being alert, which is not relevant to the patient's physical appearance described in the sentence.

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