Nursing Elites

1. Choose the meaning of the word quandary in the following sentence: 'Too many potential job choices put Martin in a quandary.'

• A. A place where rocks are mined
• B. A journey of discovery
• C. A state of uncertainty
• D. A major attempt or trial

Correct answer: C

Rationale: In this context, the word 'quandary' refers to a state of uncertainty or confusion caused by being faced with a difficult decision or choice. This matches the meaning of option C. Choices A, B, and D are incorrect because 'quandary' does not relate to a place where rocks are mined (A), a journey of discovery (B), or a major attempt or trial (D), but rather to a state of uncertainty or confusion.

2. Based on the principles of asepsis, the nurse should consider a sterile packet below waist level to be _____.

• A. contaminated
• B. sterilized
• C. clean
• D. untouched

Correct answer: A

Rationale: In aseptic techniques, maintaining the sterility of items is crucial. Placing a sterile packet below waist level exposes it to potential contamination from non-sterile surfaces or objects. Therefore, the correct term to describe the sterile packet in this situation is 'contaminated.' 'Sterilized' (choice B) is incorrect as it implies the packet has undergone a sterilization process, which may not be the case if it is now considered contaminated. 'Clean' (choice C) is incorrect because although the packet was initially sterile, placing it below waist level compromises its cleanliness. 'Untouched' (choice D) is incorrect as the packet has been touched or exposed to non-sterile areas, leading to potential contamination.

3. What does Depth mean?

• A. The thickness of an object
• B. Downward measurement from a surface
• C. The length of a surface
• D. The area between two points

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Depth refers to the distance or downward measurement from a surface. It is not the thickness of an object (Choice A), as thickness is the measure of how thick or thin an object is, not necessarily related to depth. Additionally, it is not the length of a surface (Choice C) because length typically refers to the longest dimension of an object rather than its depth. Finally, it is not the area between two points (Choice D) because area is a measure of the space within a boundary defined by points, while depth specifically refers to the vertical distance below a surface.

4. A body part that has atrophied has ______.

• A. Enlarged
• B. Withered
• C. Swollen
• D. Damaged

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is 'Withered.' Atrophied means that a body part has wasted away or decreased in size. 'Enlarged' (Choice A) means to make or become larger, which is the opposite of atrophied. 'Swollen' (Choice C) means to become larger or rounder in size, usually due to fluid retention or inflammation, which is not the same as atrophied. 'Damaged' (Choice D) means harmed or injured, but it does not specifically refer to the wasting away or shrinking of a body part.

5. What does Flaccid mean?

• A. Rigid
• B. Limp or lacking tone
• C. Tense
• D. Swollen

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: 'Limp or lacking tone.' Flaccid refers to something that is lacking firmness or muscle tone. Choice A, 'Rigid,' is incorrect as it is the opposite of flaccid. Choice C, 'Tense,' is also incorrect as it implies stiffness or tightness, which is different from being flaccid. Choice D, 'Swollen,' is unrelated to the meaning of flaccid.

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