HESI A2
Reading Comprehension Practice Test HESI A2
1. What is the meaning of the word touted as used in the first paragraph about Aromatherapy?
- A. Revealed.
 - B. Glorified.
 - C. Overcome.
 - D. Deceived.
 
Correct answer: B
Rationale: "Touted" in this passage means glorified or praised, indicating how aromatherapy has been widely promoted as beneficial. The context implies that while it is marketed positively, recent studies have called its effectiveness into question. Other choices do not capture this promotional aspect accurately, making B the best fit.
2. Which statement would not be inferred by the reader in the passage about Hypertension?
- A. Maintaining a healthy weight may help to prevent hypertension.
 - B. There is presently no reliable treatment for hypertension.
 - C. Your ethnicity may contribute to your risk for hypertension.
 - D. A 60-year-old is more likely to have hypertension than a teenager is.
 
Correct answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B. The passage clearly states that there are treatments for hypertension, so the statement that there is presently no reliable treatment for hypertension cannot be inferred from the text. Choice A can be inferred from paragraph 3 where it mentions losing weight to decrease blood pressure. Choice C can be inferred from paragraph 1 where it states that African Americans are more likely to have hypertension. Choice D can be inferred from paragraph 2 where it explains that older people are most often diagnosed with hypertension due to changes in blood vessels as they age.
3. A reader might infer from this passage that ___________.
- A. Obesity can be detrimental to a long life
 - B. Car crashes are most frequent in the United States
 - C. The Second Amendment should be overturned
 - D. People in Asia and Africa have the shortest life spans
 
Correct answer: A
Rationale: The passage indicates that obesity, along with other health-related issues, contributes to lower life expectancy. This implies that obesity can negatively affect one's lifespan, making option A the correct inference based on the information presented in the text. The other options do not accurately reflect the implications of the passage.
4. What does the word 'integral' mean as used in the first paragraph of the passage?
- A. Central
 - B. Initial
 - C. Trifling
 - D. Irrelevant
 
Correct answer: A
Rationale: In this context, 'integral' means 'central' or essential. The passage discusses the debate around spanking as a method of discipline. Some parents consider it an integral part of teaching right and wrong, highlighting its central importance. Therefore, the correct answer is 'A: Central.' Choice B, 'Initial,' is incorrect as the word 'integral' does not refer to something being at the beginning of a process or sequence. Choice C, 'Trifling,' is incorrect as 'integral' implies significance and importance, opposite to being trivial. Choice D, 'Irrelevant,' is incorrect as the passage clearly states that some parents view spanking as essential, making it relevant and not irrelevant.
5. The information presented in this article is?
- A. Against eating and drinking
 - B. Against drinking alcohol
 - C. Against eating rich foods
 - D. Unbiased and informative.
 
Correct answer: D
Rationale: The information presented in the article is unbiased in its approach. While the article highlights the potential issues related to overeating and alcohol abuse, it does not explicitly advocate against eating and drinking, drinking alcohol, or eating rich foods. The primary focus is on the negative consequences of overeating and alcohol abuse, making choice D, 'Unbiased and informative,' the correct answer. Choices A, B, and C are incorrect as they are not supported by the content of the article; it merely discusses the risks associated with overeating and alcohol abuse without taking a stand against them.
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