Nursing Elites

1. What does bifurcate mean?

• A. Fold twice
• B. Flower biannually
• C. Divide in two forks
• D. Pierce two openings

Correct answer: C

Rationale: Bifurcate means to divide into two forks or branches. It comes from the Latin word "bi" meaning two and "furca" meaning fork. So, when something bifurcates, it splits into two separate paths or divisions. Choice A, "Fold twice," is incorrect as bifurcate doesn't involve folding. Choice B, "Flower biannually," is unrelated to the meaning of bifurcate. Choice D, "Pierce two openings," is also incorrect as it does not capture the true essence of bifurcate, which is about dividing into two forks or branches.

2. Choose the meaning of the word 'indigent' in the following sentence: The hospital accepts a certain quota of indigent patients.

• A. Impoverished
• B. Resentful
• C. Apathetic
• D. Uninjured

Correct answer: A

Rationale: In this context, 'indigent' means impoverished or needy. The sentence conveys that the hospital takes in a specific number of financially disadvantaged patients. Choice B, 'Resentful,' does not align with the context of the sentence. Choice C, 'Apathetic,' does not describe the financial status of the patients. Choice D, 'Uninjured,' is unrelated to the meaning of 'indigent' in the sentence.

3. Select the meaning of the underlined word in the following sentence. The chemicals in plastic containers may be deleterious to children’s health.

• A. Harmful
• B. Deleting
• C. Delightful
• D. Inoffensive

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The word 'deleterious' means causing harm or damage. In this context, the sentence implies that the chemicals in plastic containers can be harmful to children's health. Therefore, the correct meaning of the underlined word is 'harmful,' making option A the most suitable choice. Option B 'Deleting' is incorrect because it refers to removing or erasing, which does not fit the context. Option C 'Delightful' is incorrect as it means causing great pleasure or delight, the opposite of the intended meaning. Option D 'Inoffensive' is incorrect as it means not causing any harm or annoyance, which is contrary to the negative impact described in the sentence.

4. What does the term 'viscous' mean?

• A. Thick and sticky
• B. Slimy
• C. Watery
• D. Dry

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A: 'Thick and sticky.' Viscous describes a substance that is thick and sticky, resisting flow easily. Choices B, C, and D are incorrect. 'Slimy' implies a slippery, gooey texture; 'Watery' describes a substance with a thin, fluid consistency; and 'Dry' indicates the absence of moisture.

5. Which word is NOT USED CORRECTLY in the sentence? They're going to the mall to pick up there uniforms for their coach.

• A. Their
• B. Going
• C. They're
• D. There

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D, 'There.' In this context, 'There' is incorrect as it should be replaced with 'their' to show possession, referring to the uniforms belonging to the team. 'Their' (choice A) is used correctly to indicate possession. 'Going' (choice B) and 'They're' (choice C) are also used correctly in the sentence.

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