Nursing Elites

1. To cauterize a wound is to ___________.

• A. soothe it
• B. cover it
• C. stitch it
• D. burn it

Correct answer: D

Rationale: To cauterize a wound is to use heat or a chemical to burn the wound in order to stop bleeding and prevent infection. This process helps seal off blood vessels and close the wound by burning the affected tissue. Choice A, 'soothe it,' is incorrect because cauterization involves burning the wound, which is a controlled way of treating it, not soothing it. Choice B, 'cover it,' is incorrect as cauterization involves a more aggressive approach than just covering the wound. Choice C, 'stitch it,' is incorrect as it refers to using sutures to close a wound, which is different from cauterization that involves burning the wound to seal it.

2. What is the meaning of Regulations?

• A. Rules for Conduct
• B. Official Standards
• C. Personal Guidelines
• D. Suggestions

Correct answer: A

Rationale: Regulations refer to rules or directives established by authorities to govern conduct or actions. Therefore, the correct answer is A - 'Rules for Conduct.' Choice B, 'Official Standards,' is incorrect as regulations go beyond just setting standards to include specific rules for behavior. Choice C, 'Personal Guidelines,' is incorrect as regulations are not individualized but are generally applicable rules. Choice D, 'Suggestions,' is incorrect as regulations are mandatory and carry legal weight, unlike suggestions which are optional and not binding.

3. What does 'invasive' mean?

• A. Harmless
• B. Entering into a body part
• C. Mildly irritating
• D. Non-penetrative

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is 'B: Entering into a body part.' 'Invasive' refers to something that invades or penetrates into a body part. Choice A, 'Harmless,' is incorrect as invasive implies a negative impact. Choice C, 'Mildly irritating,' is incorrect as invasive implies a more serious intrusion. Choice D, 'Non-penetrative,' is incorrect as invasive specifically denotes penetration or entry.

4. What does 'Initiate' mean?

• A. To finish
• B. To begin or put into practice
• C. To delay
• D. To stop completely

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: 'To begin or put into practice.' 'Initiate' means to start or commence something. Choice A, 'To finish,' is incorrect because 'Initiate' refers to the beginning of something, not its conclusion. Choice C, 'To delay,' is incorrect as it is the opposite of what 'Initiate' means. Choice D, 'To stop completely,' is also incorrect as it is the opposite of starting or initiating something.

5. Select the meaning of the quoted word in the sentence. That is an 'ominous' sign.

• A. A good omen
• B. Without deceit
• C. Threatening
• D. Full of thought

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The correct meaning of 'ominous' is 'threatening' or indicating something bad is about to happen. A is incorrect because 'ominous' does not signify a good omen. B is incorrect as 'ominous' does not relate to deceit. D is incorrect as 'ominous' does not mean 'full of thought.' Therefore, the most suitable interpretation of 'ominous' in the given sentence is 'Threatening.'

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