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. What is another word for CONCAVE?

• A. Sunburned
• B. Convex
• C. Puffed out
• D. Sunken

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is 'D: Sunken.' Concave refers to a surface or shape that curves inward, while 'sunken' is the closest synonym, also indicating something that is depressed or hollowed inward. Choice 'B: Convex' is incorrect as it is the opposite of concave, representing a shape that bulges outward. Choices 'A: Sunburned' and 'C: Puffed out' do not relate to the concept of concave shapes.

3. To alleviate a symptom is to ___________.

• A. relieve it
• B. diagnose it
• C. suffer from it
• D. manage it

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A: 'relieve it.' To alleviate a symptom means to reduce or improve it, thus providing relief or easing of the discomfort or issue being experienced. Choice B, 'diagnose it,' is incorrect as diagnosing a symptom involves identifying or determining its cause, not relieving it. Choice C, 'suffer from it,' is incorrect as it refers to experiencing the symptom, not alleviating it. Choice D, 'manage it,' is incorrect as managing a symptom involves controlling or handling it, not necessarily reducing or relieving it.

4. Choose the meaning of the word 'predispose' in the following sentence: 'Being overweight may predispose a person to diabetes.'

• A. Make susceptible
• B. Bring to light
• C. Save from harm
• D. Pass over

Correct answer: A

Rationale: In this context, the word 'predispose' means to create a tendency or susceptibility towards a particular condition or outcome. It implies an increased likelihood or vulnerability. Options B, C, and D are incorrect because 'predispose' does not mean 'bring to light,' 'save from harm,' or 'pass over.' The correct choice is A as it accurately reflects the idea of making someone more susceptible to a specific condition or situation.

5. What does the term 'viscous' mean?

• A. Thick and sticky
• B. Slimy
• C. Watery
• D. Dry

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A: 'Thick and sticky.' Viscous describes a substance that is thick and sticky, resisting flow easily. Choices B, C, and D are incorrect. 'Slimy' implies a slippery, gooey texture; 'Watery' describes a substance with a thin, fluid consistency; and 'Dry' indicates the absence of moisture.

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