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. Another word for STRICT is?

• A. Stringent
• B. Daily
• C. Weekly
• D. Nominal

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A, "Stringent." The term "stringent" is a synonym for "strict," both denoting being rigid, precise, or exacting in rules, requirements, or standards. Choices B, C, and D are incorrect as they do not carry the same meaning as "strict." 'Daily' and 'weekly' refer to frequency, while 'nominal' means minimal or insignificant, which are not synonymous with strict.

3. Which word is not spelled correctly in the sentence: 'The physician thought it was unnecessary to explain the procedure.'

• A. physician
• B. unnecessary
• C. explain
• D. procedure

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The word 'unnecessary' is misspelled as 'unecessary' in the sentence. The correct spelling should have double 'n' as in 'unnecessary'. Choice A, C, and D are spelled correctly in the sentence provided.

4. What does 'defecate' mean?

• A. To retain feces
• B. To expel feces
• C. To eliminate fluid
• D. To excrete mucus

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: 'To expel feces.' Defecate refers to the act of eliminating solid waste from the body. Choice A, 'To retain feces,' is incorrect as defecation involves getting rid of feces. Choices C and D, 'To eliminate fluid' and 'To excrete mucus,' are also incorrect as they do not accurately define the term 'defecate.'

5. What does the word 'pernicious,' commonly used to describe a harmful effect, mean?

• A. Valued
• B. Destructive
• C. Finicky
• D. Perpetual

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: 'Destructive.' 'Pernicious' is used to describe something having a harmful effect, especially in a gradual or subtle way. The other choices are incorrect because 'Valued' means considered important or cherished, 'Finicky' means overly particular or fussy, and 'Perpetual' means continuing indefinitely or recurring.

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