Nursing Elites

1. Which word is NOT CORRECTLY USED in the sentence? Confidentiality should be observed at all times, so the nurse should not discuss clients when the conversation can be overheard.

• A. Be observed
• B. By
• C. Can be
• D. Should not

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A. In the sentence, 'be observed' should be changed to 'should be observed' for proper grammar. 'Should be observed' is the correct way to indicate the necessity of maintaining confidentiality. Choice B, 'by,' is used correctly as a preposition. Choice C, 'can be,' is also used correctly in the sentence. Choice D, 'should not,' is correctly used to indicate what the nurse ought not to do.

2. Which verb is defined as to bring about; cause to happen; to accomplish; to make?

• A. Affect
• B. Accept
• C. Expect
• D. Effect

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D, 'effect.' The verb 'effect' is defined as to bring about, cause to happen, accomplish, or make. It describes the action of making something happen or producing a result. Choices A, B, and C are incorrect because 'affect' means to influence, 'accept' means to receive willingly, and 'expect' means to anticipate. Therefore, the correct choice is D, 'effect.'

3. If a patient's condition is deteriorating, what is happening?

• A. They are improving
• B. They are getting worse
• C. They are stable
• D. They are recovering

Correct answer: B

Rationale: When a patient's condition is deteriorating, it means they are getting worse. This indicates a decline or worsening in their health status, requiring immediate attention or intervention. Choice A is incorrect because 'improving' means the opposite of deteriorating. Choice C is incorrect as 'stable' means there is no significant change. Choice D is incorrect as 'recovering' means getting better, which is the opposite of deteriorating.

4. After treatment, his PROGNOSIS was excellent. What does the term PROGNOSIS refer to?

• A. Compliance
• B. Range of motion
• C. Expected outcome
• D. Conclusion

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The term 'PROGNOSIS' refers to the expected outcome or likelihood of recovery after a specific treatment or illness. In this context, the word 'PROGNOSIS' directly relates to the expected outcome following the treatment, making choice C - Expected outcome - the correct answer. Choices A, B, and D are incorrect because 'Compliance' refers to following instructions, 'Range of motion' relates to the extent of movement in a joint, and 'Conclusion' is a summary or final decision, none of which captures the meaning of 'PROGNOSIS.'

5. What is the best description for the term fracture?

• A. Break
• B. Brake
• C. Cut
• D. Cure

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The term 'fracture' refers to a 'break' in the bone. A fracture is a medical condition where there is a crack or break in a bone. 'Brake' refers to a device used to stop or slow down a vehicle. 'Cut' means to make an opening or incision with a sharp tool. 'Cure' means to relieve a person of the symptoms of a disease or condition.

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