Nursing Elites

1. Identify the overall tone of the essay about Aromatherapy.

• A. Congratulatory.
• B. Uncertain.
• C. Annoyed.
• D. Distressed.

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The tone of the essay is uncertain, as the author questions the validity of aromatherapy based on the study's results. The phrasing "does not necessarily prove that aromatherapy is worthless" indicates a hesitance to fully endorse or dismiss its value. This ambiguity throughout the passage reinforces the uncertain tone, aligning it with choice B.

2. Which is the best title for this passage?

• A. “Medical Treatment for Gout”
• B. “Uric Acid Affects the Joints”
• C. “Risk Factors for One Type of Arthritis”
• D. “Nurse-Led Care Aids Gout Patients”

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The passage focuses on how nurse-led care, including holistic education and lifestyle advice, can aid patients with gout.

3. Which of the following is not listed as a detail in the passage about A Short History of the CDC?

• A. Where the organization began.
• B. Who first ran the organization.
• C. When the organization changed its name.
• D. What divisions make up the current CDC.

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The passage does not provide specific details about the divisions that currently make up the CDC. Instead, it focuses on the organization's historical context, original goals, and overall mission. Thus, D is correct as it identifies information not covered in the passage.

4. What is the relationship between the tilt of the Earth and seasons as explained in the passage on Daylight Savings Time?

• A. The tilt of the Earth has no effect on seasons.
• B. The tilt of the Earth creates seasons.
• C. The tilt of the Earth changes throughout the year.
• D. The tilt of the Earth is random and unpredictable.

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: 'The tilt of the Earth creates seasons.' The passage explains that the tilt of the Earth causes the different seasons by changing the amount of sunlight different regions receive. This tilt results in varying angles at which sunlight reaches different parts of the Earth, leading to the seasonal changes in temperature and daylight hours. Choice A is incorrect because the passage clearly states that the tilt of the Earth does have an effect on the seasons. Choice C is incorrect because the tilt of the Earth remains relatively constant throughout the year. Choice D is incorrect as the tilt of the Earth is not random but follows a consistent pattern.

5. The word watchdog as used in the second paragraph of the passage can best be defined as ___________.

• A. companion
• B. guard
• C. manager
• D. punisher

Correct answer: B

Rationale: In this context, "watchdog" refers to a guard or overseer, specifically relating to Lifewings Partners’ mission of ensuring safety and preventing medical errors. The organization acts as a monitor in healthcare settings, which aligns with the definition of a watchdog, confirming that option B is correct.

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