Nursing Elites

1. 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.'

2. Choose the meaning of the word 'dilute' in the following sentence: 'Always dilute that medicine before administering it to a patient.'

• A. Add water to
• B. Reduce by half
• C. Warm up
• D. Decontaminate

Correct answer: A

Rationale: In this context, 'dilute' means to make the medicine less concentrated by adding water or another liquid. It is important to dilute certain medicines to ensure they are safe and effective for a patient's use. Choice B, 'Reduce by half,' is incorrect as diluting does not necessarily mean reducing by half; it means to make less concentrated. Choice C, 'Warm up,' is unrelated to the meaning of dilute. Choice D, 'Decontaminate,' is also incorrect as dilute refers to reducing the concentration of a substance, not removing contaminants.

3. A symptom that is transitory is ___________.

• A. short-lived
• B. damaging
• C. fluctuating
• D. degenerating

Correct answer: A

Rationale: A symptom that is transitory is short-lived. It appears temporarily and does not persist for an extended period of time. This term indicates that the symptom is not permanent or continuous but rather temporary or fleeting.\nChoice B, damaging, is incorrect as transitory refers to the duration of the symptom, not its impact. Choice C, fluctuating, is incorrect as it implies the symptom varies in intensity, not necessarily in duration. Choice D, degenerating, is incorrect as it suggests a worsening or deteriorating condition, which is not implied by transitory.

4. What does it mean when an apartment is advertised as being furnished?

• A. It is equipped with articles of furniture
• B. It has a high level of decor
• C. It includes utilities like water and electricity
• D. It is fully renovated

Correct answer: A

Rationale: Choice A, 'It is equipped with articles of furniture,' correctly defines a furnished apartment. When an apartment is advertised as furnished, it means that it comes with essential furniture such as beds, tables, chairs, and other necessary items. Choice B is incorrect because being furnished does not necessarily relate to the decor level of the apartment. Choice C is incorrect as utilities like water and electricity are not typically included in the term 'furnished.' Choice D is also incorrect because being furnished does not imply that the apartment is fully renovated, which refers to structural improvements rather than furniture.

5. She went to the party _____ her dislike for the host.

• A. because of
• B. despite
• C. in spite of
• D. due to

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is 'despite.' 'Despite' is used to indicate a contrast between attending the party and the dislike for the host. 'Because of' (choice A) is incorrect as it would imply that she attended the party specifically because of her dislike for the host. 'In spite of' (choice C) has the same meaning as 'despite' but is less commonly used. 'Due to' (choice D) is incorrect as it is used to show causation, which does not fit the context of the sentence.

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