Nursing Elites

1. What is the process of digestion?

• A. Production of enzymes
• B. The mechanical and chemical breakdown of food
• C. Absorption of nutrients in the blood
• D. Movement of enzymes

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: The mechanical and chemical breakdown of food. Digestion involves breaking down food mechanically and chemically into smaller components for absorption by the body. This process occurs in the digestive system, preparing nutrients for absorption in the intestines. Choices A, C, and D are incorrect because digestion is not solely about the production of enzymes, absorption of nutrients in the blood, or movement of enzymes; it primarily involves breaking down food for nutrient absorption.

2. A vertiginous patient is ___________.

• A. on a liquid diet
• B. lying flat
• C. burned
• D. dizzy

Correct answer: D

Rationale: A vertiginous patient is dizzy. Vertigo is a sensation of spinning or dizziness that can be caused by various underlying medical conditions affecting the inner ear or brain. So, a vertiginous patient would be experiencing dizziness. Choices A, B, and C are incorrect as they do not accurately describe the condition of vertigo.

3. Select the meaning of the underlined word in the following sentence. In children with high fevers, the use of aspirin is contraindicated.

• A. Banned
• B. Inadvisable
• C. Anticipated
• D. Expedient

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The word 'contraindicated' means not recommended or inadvisable in this context. It suggests that using aspirin for children with high fevers is not a good idea or is not suitable. The other options (A. Banned, C. Anticipated, D. Expedient) do not accurately convey the meaning of the word 'contraindicated' in this sentence. 'Banned' implies a prohibition, 'Anticipated' means expected, and 'Expedient' means convenient or practical, none of which capture the intended meaning of 'contraindicated.'

4. If a nurse is CIRCUMSPECT with patient records, what is she doing?

• A. Acting carelessly
• B. Guarded
• C. Reckless
• D. Neglecting

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: 'Guarded.' Circumspect means to be cautious or guarded. In this context, being circumspect with patient records implies being careful and cautious in handling them, maintaining confidentiality and privacy. Choices A, C, and D are incorrect because circumspect does not mean acting carelessly, reckless, or neglecting; instead, it suggests being watchful and discreet.

5. Select the word that means 'about to happen.'

• A. depending
• B. offending
• C. suspending
• D. impending

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is 'impending,' which means something that is about to happen. Choices A, B, and C do not have the same meaning. 'Depending' refers to relying on something, 'offending' means causing anger or resentment, and 'suspending' means temporarily stopping or delaying something.

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