Nursing Elites

1. What does Latent mean?

• A. Easily seen
• B. Present but not active or visible
• C. Quick to react
• D. Actively growing

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: 'Present but not active or visible.' Latent refers to something that is existing but not yet developed or manifest. Choice A, 'Easily seen,' is incorrect as latent implies the opposite - not easily seen. Choice C, 'Quick to react,' is incorrect as latent does not imply a quick reaction but rather a hidden or dormant state. Choice D, 'Actively growing,' is incorrect as latent suggests the opposite - not actively growing but rather inactive or concealed.

2. What is the meaning of 'repugnant'?

• A. destructive
• B. selective
• C. collective
• D. offensive

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D: 'offensive.' Repugnant means offensive or disgusting. In this context, 'destructive,' 'selective,' and 'collective' do not accurately capture the meaning of 'repugnant,' making them incorrect choices. 'Offensive' is the most appropriate term to describe something that is repugnant.

3. What does exogenous mean?

• A. Produced within the body
• B. Produced outside the body
• C. A byproduct
• D. Caused by bacteria

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Exogenous means produced outside the body. In this context, 'within the body' (Choice A), 'a byproduct' (Choice C), and 'caused by bacteria' (Choice D) do not accurately define exogenous. The correct definition of exogenous specifically refers to something originating or produced externally.

4. The patient fractured the lateral portion of the hip bone, which is known as the _____.

• A. ilium
• B. ileum
• C. icterus
• D. ileus

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A, "ilium." The ilium is the lateral, or outer, portion of the hip bone. Choices B, C, and D are incorrect. Option B, "ileum," refers to a part of the small intestine. Option C, "icterus," is a term for jaundice, a condition related to the liver. Option D, "ileus," is a term for intestinal obstruction, which is unrelated to the hip bone.

5. What is the best description of aseptic?

• A. Infected
• B. Purified
• C. Contaminated
• D. Sterilized

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: 'Purified.' Aseptic means free from contamination or purified. In medical and scientific contexts, aseptic techniques are used to prevent contamination and maintain sterility in environments or procedures. Choice A, 'Infected,' is incorrect as aseptic refers to being free from contamination, not being infected. Choice C, 'Contaminated,' is incorrect as aseptic means the opposite of contaminated. Choice D, 'Sterilized,' is incorrect as aseptic focuses on the absence of contamination rather than the process of sterilization.

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