Nursing Elites

1. Before his death at age 82, comedian Rodney Dangerfield's motto was, 'I don't get _____.'

• A. respect
• B. sympathy
• C. attention
• D. care

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is 'A: respect.' Rodney Dangerfield was famously known for his catchphrase 'I don't get no respect,' which perfectly aligns with the concept of respect being his motto. The other choices, 'B: sympathy,' 'C: attention,' and 'D: care,' do not accurately capture Dangerfield's well-known persona and catchphrase. Therefore, 'A: respect' is the most suitable answer.

2. What is the meaning of qualms?

• A. Misgivings
• B. Habits
• C. Serenity
• D. Dispatches

Correct answer: A

Rationale: Qualms refer to feelings of doubt, hesitation, or uneasiness about something. They are typically used to describe a person's reservations or concerns about a decision or action. This aligns with the meaning of 'misgivings,' making it the correct choice in this context. Choices B, C, and D are incorrect. 'Habits' refer to regular tendencies or practices, 'Serenity' refers to a state of calm or peace, and 'Dispatches' refer to sending off to a destination or taking care of a task promptly, none of which capture the meaning of 'qualms.'

3. What does it mean to critique something?

• A. Dislike
• B. Appraise
• C. Ignore
• D. Condemn

Correct answer: B

Rationale: To critique something means to evaluate or appraise it, looking at its strengths and weaknesses. Choice A, 'Dislike,' is incorrect because critiquing involves a more detailed analysis than simply expressing a negative feeling. Choice C, 'Ignore,' is incorrect as critiquing involves paying attention and analyzing the subject, not disregarding it. Choice D, 'Condemn,' is incorrect as it implies a strong disapproval rather than a thoughtful evaluation.

4. 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.

5. What does Adhere mean?

• A. To ignore something
• B. To stick to something
• C. To go against something
• D. To pull apart

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: 'To stick to something.' Adhere means to stay attached or stick to something. Choices A, C, and D are incorrect. Choice A 'To ignore something' is the opposite of adhere, choice C 'To go against something' means to oppose rather than stick to, and choice D 'To pull apart' is the opposite of sticking together.

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