Nursing Elites

1. What does the word BILATERAL mean?

• A. 2-sided
• B. Straight
• C. Symmetrical
• D. On one side

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The word 'bilateral' means having or relating to two sides. It is often used to describe something that occurs on both sides, such as bilateral symmetry in which an object is symmetrical on two sides. Choice B, 'Straight,' does not capture the meaning of bilateral. Choice C, 'Symmetrical,' while related, does not specifically convey the idea of something pertaining to two sides. Choice D, 'On one side,' is the opposite of what bilateral means.

2. What is another word for ABSTAIN?

• A. Refrain
• B. Indulge
• C. Adhere
• D. Eliminate

Correct answer: A

Rationale: Refrain is another word for abstain, as both words mean to resist or hold oneself back from doing something. In contrast, indulge (choice B) means to allow oneself to enjoy something freely, making it the opposite of abstain. Adhere (choice C) means to stick to or follow closely, while eliminate (choice D) means to completely remove or get rid of something. Therefore, the correct answer is A, 'Refrain,' which is a synonym for 'abstain.'

3. What does respite mean?

• A. Rest
• B. Relief
• C. Pain
• D. Burden

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Respite means a period of rest or relief. It refers to a temporary break or relief from something challenging or stressful. It is a time to relax and recharge, providing a sense of ease or comfort rather than pain or burden. 'Rest' (choice A) is related to respite but does not capture the aspect of temporary relief. 'Pain' (choice C) and 'Burden' (choice D) are opposite in meaning to respite, as they signify discomfort and heaviness, respectively, which are not synonymous with the concept of respite.

4. It seems like the sun _____ on Saturday.

• A. never shines
• B. never shone
• C. rarely shines
• D. sometimes shines

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is 'never shone' as the sentence is discussing a past event (Saturday). 'Never shone' is the correct past tense form to describe the sun not shining on a specific day in the past. Choices A, C, and D are incorrect because they do not provide the appropriate past tense form needed in this context. 'Never shines' is present tense, 'rarely shines' implies occasional shining, and 'sometimes shines' suggests occasional shining as well, none of which accurately convey the past event of the sun not shining on Saturday.

5. Select the meaning of the word 'labile' in the sentence: 'The child developed a labile condition that worried the parents.'

• A. Fevered
• B. Volatile
• C. Stomach
• D. Vision

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B, 'Volatile.' In this context, 'labile' means having an unpredictable or changeable condition. Choice A, 'Fevered,' is incorrect as it relates to having a fever, not the intended meaning of 'labile.' Choices C and D, 'Stomach' and 'Vision,' are unrelated to the context of the sentence and do not reflect the meaning of 'labile' as 'volatile.'

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