HESI A2
HESI A2 Vocabulary Quizlet
1. Which word is NOT GRAMMATICALLY CORRECT? During the time he lived in New York, he worked as a writer, an editor, and a library.
- A. An
- B. Library
- C. As
- D. During
Correct answer: B
Rationale: The word 'library' is incorrect in this context. It should be 'librarian' to be grammatically correct. The other choices ('an,' 'as,' 'during') are all grammatically correct and fit appropriately in the sentence.
2. Select the meaning of the word 'distended' in the sentence: 'Wracked by abdominal pain, the victim of food poisoning moaned and rubbed his distended belly.'
- A. concave
- B. sore
- C. swollen
- D. empty
Correct answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: 'swollen.' In the context provided, 'distended' refers to the victim's belly being enlarged or bloated due to abdominal pain. This matches the description of the victim moaning and rubbing his belly, indicating discomfort from swelling. Choices A, B, and D are incorrect. 'Concave' means having an inward curve, opposite to the intended meaning. 'Sore' means experiencing pain or discomfort, which is not directly related to the physical enlargement described in the sentence. 'Empty' means containing nothing, which contrasts with the idea of the belly being visibly enlarged or bloated.
3. He tried to remember the names of all the people who were there that night.
- A. that
- B. who
- C. which
- D. whom
Correct answer: B
Rationale: In this context, 'who' is the correct relative pronoun to refer to people. 'That' is used for things, 'which' is used for animals or things, and 'whom' is an object pronoun, not needed in this sentence. Therefore, 'who' is the most appropriate choice.
4. An overt symptom is ___________.
- A. dangerous
- B. hidden
- C. obvious
- D. controlled
Correct answer: C
Rationale: An overt symptom is a symptom that is easily noticeable or observable. It is not hidden or controlled, but rather overt and easily seen or identified by others. Therefore, the correct answer is C, 'obvious.' 'Dangerous' (choice A) does not describe the visibility of a symptom but rather its potential harm. 'Hidden' (choice B) is the opposite of overt, meaning not easily visible. 'Controlled' (choice D) does not relate to the visibility of a symptom but rather implies regulation or management.'
5. Choose the meaning of the word 'ameliorate' in the following sentence: 'Did that dosage appear to ameliorate the tenderness?'
- A. Cause
- B. Improve
- C. Reveal
- D. Restore
Correct answer: B
Rationale: The word 'ameliorate' means to improve or make something better. In this sentence, the question is asking whether the dosage made the tenderness better, indicating an improvement in the condition. Therefore, the correct meaning of 'ameliorate' is to improve, making option B the correct choice. Choices A, C, and D are incorrect as they do not accurately reflect the meaning of 'ameliorate' in the context provided.
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