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His paroxysmal coughing was a sign of this illness.

1. Occasional
2. Convulsive
3. Discret
4. Soft

B

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The potent medication reduced the symptoms almost immediately.

1. Correct
2. Strong
3. Liquid
4. Tablet

B

Select the meaning of the underlined word in the sentence. The precipitous change was considered a good thing.

1. Difficult
2. Abrupt
3. Gentle
4. Unanticipated

D

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The rationale for the therapy was to increase the patient's range of motion.

1. Prescription
2. Outcome
3. Goal
4. Reason

D

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His untoward actions during the admission process created a problem for the nurse.

1. Violent
2. Casual
3. Unseemly
4. Capricious

C

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The doctor's verbal prescription was implemented immediately.

1. Narcotic
2. Oral
3. Written
4. Current

B

What word is a synonym for spit?

1. Expectorate
2. Exfoliate
3. Sputum
4. Saliva

A

Which word is not spelled correctly in the context of the sentence?

The ICU nurse-manger wanted all staff to sign the letter complaining about working hours at the unit.

1. ICU
2. sign
3. manger
4. complaining

C

Select the word or phrase that makes this sentence grammatically correct.

The patient was ____ cold, so he asked the nurse for another blanket.

1. not
2. too
3. to much
4. so much

B

Which sentence is grammatically correct?

1. She felt it was a breach of ethics to divulge the information.
2. The pregnant woman was in danger of having a breach birth.
3. The breech between the intestinal wall and urethra was life-threatening.
4. The breech of confidentially was reported to the head nurse.

A

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The practical nurse is planning to administer a transdermal medication.

1. Applied directly to the skin
2. Injected just barely under the skin
3. Injected in the tissue just below the skin layer
4. Directly under the tongue

A

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The bride decided to expand the number of people invited to the wedding.

1. Decrease
2. Increase
3. Widen
4. Reduce

B

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The nurse completed the _____ incorrectly.

1. from
2. form
3. pillow
4. syringe

B

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It is important that the bandage remain intact.

1. Dry
2. Whole
3. Uncovered
4. Secure

B

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The office worker signed the contract for the new boss.

1. Letter
2. Receipt
3. Agreement
4. Card

C

Select the word or phrase in the sentence that is not used correctly.

She has never tried to been in nursing school before.

1. never tried
2. tried to
3. has never
4. been in

B

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The boys did not realize that their parents would be accountable for the boys' misbehavior.

1. Unhappy
2. Responsible
3. Livid
4. Keeping score

B

Which sentence is grammatically correct?

1. Do you know when come the bus?
2. Do you know while bus comes?
3. Do you know when the bus will come?
4. Do you know how soon bus come?

C

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The nurse told the patient, "You're so obtuse!"

1. Overweight
2. Ignorant
3. Easy to read
4. Uncaring

B

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Being bilingual is an advantage for a nurse.

1. Able to speak more than one language
2. Able to use either hand with equal skill and ease
3. Not squeamish when seeing blood
4. Can remember everything that is real.

A

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The nurse is accountable for patient safety.

1. Available
2. Always aware
3. Responsible
4. Documenting

C

Why does a healthcare professional have a need for good grammar? (select all that apply.)

1. Charting must be accurate and concise.
2. Patients and families are encouraged by fluency of the nurse.
3. Good grammar helps the nurse better understand the instructions given.
4. Good grammar is polite.
5. Correct speaking is a sign of intelligence.
6. Good grammar allows one to be able to correct the written errors of others.
7. Good grammar allows one to be well liked by peers.

A, B, C

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When will you be able to go the movies with ____?

( I kid you not, this is how the sentence was written)

1. me
2. I
3. myself
4. ourselves

A

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The nurse noticed an audible gurgle when doing a physical examination on the patient.

1. Observable
2. Spasmodic
3. Ominous
4. Perceptible

D

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The parameters of medical ethics require the nurse to report instances of suspected child abuse.

1. Laws
2. Limits
3. Common sense
4. Structure

B

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To alleviate his pain, the nurse gave the patient a PRN medication.

1. Pinpoint
2. Relocate
3. Eradicate
4. Reduce

D

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It is not wise to skimp on personal hygiene

1. Measures contributing to cleanliness and good health.
2. Financial resources available through the employment department
3. Insurance
4. Friendliness

A

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The nurse noticed an abrupt change in the patient's level of pain.

1. Slow
2. acute
3. Subtle
4. Sudden

D

Decomposition is the process of enzymes digesting food. Another name for this process is ____.

1. degeneration
2. dialysis
3. lysis
4. lymph

C

Select the word or phrase that makes this sentence grammatically correct.

Because I want to go to the movies later, I am going ___ my homework now.

1. doing
2. to do
3. be doing
4. to doing

B

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

1. ilium
2. ileum
3. icterus
4. ileus

A

Tertiary health care might encompass which intervention?

1. Early diagnosis
2. Education about use of seat belts
3. Community immunization programs
4. Return to wellness

D

After a major heart attack, which assessment is most important?

1. The patient's emotional adjustment to the heart attack
2. The family and home problems
3. Conditions that might impair cardiac functioning
4. Factors that might impair the clients well-being

D

Select the word or phrase in the sentence that is not used correctly.

The data confirms that the patient is suffering from extreme anxiety, and a tranquilizing medication is immediately required.

1. The data
2. confirms
3. is
4. immediately

B

Which work can be defined as a truth, a rule, or a law?

1. Prescription
2. Tort
3. Principle
4. Malpractice

C

Docile is best defined as being ____.

1. meek
2. week
3. firm
4. tame

D

A person who is ravenous is _____.

1. generous
2. outspoken
3. friendly
4. hungry

D

Select the correct order of works to fit in the sentence sturcture.

The nursing _____ put the Band-_____ on the wound to ____ the nurse.

1. aid, aide, aide
2. aide, aid, aid
3. aid, aide, aid
4. aide, aid, aide

B

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He sat _____ Holly and Mary on the bus.

1. though
2. through
3. among
4. between

D

The word spinster is best defined as _____.

1. a prim and proper person
2. an unmarried woman
3. a frequent traveler
4. a greedy person

B

In the last election, 110,000 votes were cast. Candidate A received 60,000 votes, and 50,000 vote were divided between candidates B and C. Which statement indicates the outcome of this election?

1. Candidate A has a plurality of 10,000 votes.
2. Candidate B has fewer votes than candidate C.
3. Candidate A has a majority of 10,000 votes
4. Candidate C has a minority of votes

C

Based on Freud's theory, the "superego" _____.

1. contains rigid rules
2. is instinctive
3. directs motor activity
4. defines growth and development

A

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Her flushed appearance was noted by the nurse during the examination.

1. Pale
2. Excited
3. Ruddy
4. Indifferent

C

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The hospital is located at the top _____ the hill.

1. in
2. of
3. on
4. which

B

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Within the ____ of the school, great emphasis is placed on participation in sport programs.

1. Confines
2. milieu
3. program
4. brochure

B

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The hunter has a ____ to Field and Stream.

1. subscription
2. prescription
3. premonition
4. consequence

A

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____ thought the movie was very good.

1. Us
2. We
3. Wee
4. Ouselves

B

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The professor had a huge ____ of tests to grade.

1. number
2. amount
3. aggregate
4. stacks

A

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The proliferation of text messaging among teens has alarmed parents.

1. Increase
2. Summarization
3. Ambiance
4. Rampant

A

What is the meaning of laceration?

1. The best way to learn new things
2. A deep, ragged tear
3. Getting caught cheating
4. Punishment

B

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The hot days of summer made the campers lethargic.

1. Indolent
2. Lazy
3. Sleepy
4. Energetic

C