Nursing Elites

1. Choose the meaning of the word 'tremulous' in the following sentence: 'The patient held out a tremulous hand and grasped the paperwork.'

• A. Wrinkled and wizened
• B. Pale and lifeless
• C. Clenched and arthritic
• D. Quivering and weak

Correct answer: D

Rationale: In this sentence, the word 'tremulous' is used to describe the patient's hand. When someone's hand is described as tremulous, it means it is quivering or shaking, indicating weakness or distress. Therefore, the correct meaning of 'tremulous' in this context is quivering and weak. Choices A, B, and C are incorrect because they do not capture the specific meaning of 'tremulous' in this context. 'Wrinkled and wizened' refers to being old and withered, 'pale and lifeless' describes a lack of color and vitality, and 'clenched and arthritic' implies a tight grip and joint inflammation, none of which accurately represent the trembling or shaking nature of a tremulous hand.

2. Select the meaning of the underlined word in the following sentence. Quick action kept the disease from permeating the general population.

• A. Conquering
• B. Wounding
• C. Deterring
• D. Infiltrating

Correct answer: D

Rationale: In this context, the word 'permeating' indicates the process of spreading throughout or penetrating into. 'Infiltrating' is the most appropriate synonym for this meaning, as it captures the idea of the disease spreading into the general population. 'Conquering' (Choice A) means to overcome or defeat, which is not the meaning in this context. 'Wounding' (Choice B) means to cause injury, which is not relevant to the sentence. 'Deterring' (Choice C) means to discourage or prevent, which does not fit the context of the disease spreading.

3. 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.'

4. What does alimentary mean?

• A. Related to nourishment
• B. Related to outflow
• C. Related to simplicity
• D. Related to protection

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The term 'alimentary' is used to describe things that are related to nourishment or the process of providing food or nourishment. It is often associated with the digestive system and the intake of food. Therefore, the correct answer is A: Related to nourishment. Choice B, 'Related to outflow,' is incorrect because alimentary is not associated with outflow but rather with intake. Choice C, 'Related to simplicity,' and choice D, 'Related to protection,' are unrelated to the meaning of alimentary.

5. The nurse asked the patient to choose the items from the menu that are his _____.

• A. favorites
• B. selections
• C. preferences
• D. choices

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is 'favorites.' In this context, 'favorites' best describes the patient's personal preferences from the menu. The nurse is asking the patient to select the items they like the most. While 'selections' and 'choices' could also work in this context, 'favorites' specifically highlights the items the patient prefers above all others. 'Preferences' is not as fitting as 'favorites' because it generally refers to a broader range of likes and dislikes rather than specific favorite items.

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