Nursing Elites

1. What is the meaning of the word 'admonition' as used in the last paragraph?

• A. Permission
• B. Prescription
• C. Caution
• D. Verdict

Correct answer: C

Rationale: In this context, 'admonition' means a caution or warning, not permission, prescription, or verdict. The excerpt mentions that along with advising the elderly to move slowly and carefully, the CDC also recommends gentle exercise or physical therapy to strengthen muscles and improve balance. This advice aims to reduce the risk of falls and boost the self-esteem of older adults. Therefore, 'admonition' here refers to a precautionary counsel rather than granting permission, prescribing a treatment, or giving a verdict.

2. Which rainforest plant has more than one use?

• A. The Buruti plant
• B. The Banana tree
• C. The Cinnamon tree
• D. The Coconut tree

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is the Buruti plant. The passage mentions that Amazonian Indians use the fruit and stem of the Buruti plant for various purposes, such as a drink, making bread, and building houses. The other choices, Banana tree, Cinnamon tree, and Coconut tree, are not specifically mentioned as having multiple uses in the passage. While the passage does mention that bananas and coconuts are available as food in the rainforest, it does not specify multiple uses for these plants as it does for the Buruti plant.

3. A reader might infer from this passage that the organization ___________.

• A. succeeded in eradicating malaria
• B. has always been led by a medical doctor
• C. no longer studies communicable diseases
• D. changed its name to match its mission

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The passage never says whether or not the CDC succeeded in its original mission (choice A) or whether it continued to be led by doctors (choice B). Inferring either of those things would be a leap unsupported by the text. Choice C is countered by information in the final

4. Why was the roadway so dangerous to build?

• A. There weren't enough materials available to build the road
• B. The workers might get hit by passing cars
• C. The men would fall to their deaths
• D. The men would be attacked by animals.

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The roadway was dangerous to build because the men involved in the construction were at risk of falling to their deaths. The excerpt mentions that the construction of the roadway was the most dangerous and treacherous part of the entire task, indicating a high risk of falling due to the height and precarious nature of the construction site. Choice A is incorrect because the danger was due to the physical risks of falling and not due to a lack of materials. Choice B is incorrect as passing cars were not the primary danger during the construction of the roadway. Choice D is incorrect since there is no mention of workers being attacked by animals during the construction of the Golden Gate Bridge.

5. What is the meaning of the word viable as used in the last paragraph?

• A. Reasonable
• B. Unresolved
• C. Contemporary
• D. Consistent

Correct answer: A

Rationale: In the context of the passage, "viable" means reasonable or feasible, referring to the acceptability of acupuncture as a treatment option based on the study's results. This definition aligns with the implications made in the conclusion of the study, thus supporting option A.

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