Nursing Elites

1. Which of the following is not listed as a detail in the passage about Concussions?

• A. Football and lacrosse players suffer the most concussions.
• B. More than a million Americans a year suffer concussions.
• C. Concussions may result in diminished alertness.
• D. It may take longer to recover from a second concussion.

Correct answer: A

Rationale: Skim the passage to identify the detail that does not appear. The sports in choice A are never mentioned, so you do not even need to look at the other choices.

2. What is the overall tone of the essay?

• A. Apathetic
• B. Fascinated
• C. Discouraged
• D. Hopeful

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The overall tone of the essay is discouraged, as it conveys concern over the United States’ lower ranking in life expectancy and highlights various health issues contributing to this situation. The language used suggests frustration and disappointment regarding the country's health statistics, supporting option C as the correct answer.

3. What conclusion can you draw from the first sentence of the passage?

• A. Osteoporosis is more common than anyone previously imagined.
• B. The media give a lot of overall coverage to osteoporosis.
• C. Only women are at high risk for developing bone thinning.
• D. Thinning bones is not considered a serious medical problem.

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B. The first sentence suggests that osteoporosis receives significant media coverage, indicating that the media gives a lot of overall coverage to the issue. This conclusion can be drawn as the passage mentions how osteoporosis is a major health concern for women and is widely covered in newspapers and television commercials. Choice A is incorrect because the passage does not mention the prevalence of osteoporosis compared to previous estimates. Choice C is incorrect as the passage highlights that men are being overlooked in terms of bone thinning concerns. Choice D is incorrect as the passage emphasizes the seriousness of bone thinning and the need for preventive measures.

4. Which conclusion can the reader draw after reading this passage?

• A. The climate crisis has increased deaths from heatstroke.
• B. Heat exhaustion rarely occurs in dry environments.
• C. The cessation of sweat is not necessarily a positive sign.
• D. Temperatures below 90 degrees are usually not dangerous.

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The passage notes that stopping sweating entirely is a serious sign that requires medical attention.

5. In the context of the passage, 'accommodate' means to

• A. Arrange lodging for
• B. Contain
• C. Make allowances for
• D. Excuse

Correct answer: C

Rationale: In this context, 'accommodate' means to make allowances for different focal points of vision. The passage explains that the function of the lens is to adjust for different focal points so that sensory data can be correctly directed to the retina for interpretation into images by the brain. This aligns with the meaning of 'make allowances for' as it indicates adapting to or accommodating different needs or requirements. Choices A, B, and D are incorrect because in the context of the passage, 'accommodate' specifically refers to adjusting for different focal points of vision rather than arranging lodging, containing, or excusing.

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