Nursing Elites

1. Which of the following statements is a fact?

• A. Nurses should watch for jaundice in newborns.
• B. Untreated jaundice may cause brain damage.
• C. Phototherapy blankets are a valuable invention.
• D. Avoid neonatal units that lack phototherapy.

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: 'Untreated jaundice may cause brain damage.' This statement is a fact supported by the passage. Neonatal jaundice, if left untreated, can lead to brain damage due to excess bilirubin levels in the blood. Choice A is not a fact but a general guideline for nurses. Choice C is an opinion as it describes phototherapy blankets as valuable without citing a specific fact. Choice D is not a fact but a recommendation, advising to avoid neonatal units lacking phototherapy.

2. The term afforded to, as used in the third paragraph, can best be defined as ___________.

• A. Traversed by
• B. Presented to
• C. Removed from
• D. Paid for by

Correct answer: B

Rationale: "Afforded to" in this context means "presented to," as it refers to the education options available to women at the time.

3. Which of the following statements is an opinion related to Super Foods?

• A. Walnuts contain omega-3 fatty acids.
• B. Lentils are high in both protein and fiber.
• C. Pomegranates are delicious and healthful.
• D. Oats move slowly through the digestive tract.

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The statement about pomegranates being delicious and healthful reflects a subjective opinion about taste and health benefits. This contrasts with the other options, which present factual information about the nutritional content of walnuts, lentils, and oats, making C the correct choice for an opinion.

4. What is the meaning of the word 'ideal' as it is used in the first paragraph?

• A. thoughtful
• B. confined
• C. hostile
• D. perfect

Correct answer: D

Rationale: In this context, 'ideal' means perfect. The human body provides a perfect environment for many microbes, as stated in the extract. It is the immune system's role to keep these microbes out or destroy them. The other choices are incorrect: 'thoughtful' does not fit the context of the sentence, 'confined' and 'hostile' are not synonymous with 'ideal' in this context.

5. 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.

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