HESI A2
HESI A2 Vocabulary 2023 Questions
Question 1 of 5
Choose the meaning of the word 'yaw' in the following sentence: 'The robotic arm may yaw too much and need adjusting.'
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: In this sentence, the term 'yaw' refers to a movement where the robotic arm moves side to side. The context suggests that the arm is exhibiting too much of this side-to-side movement and requires adjustment to rectify the issue.
Choice A, 'to gape open,' is incorrect as 'yaw' does not imply opening.
Choice B, 'to move up and down,' is incorrect as 'yaw' specifically refers to side-to-side movement.
Choice C, 'to close tightly,' is incorrect as it does not relate to the movement described in the sentence.
Question 2 of 5
If a patient is especially obdurate, she is ___________.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: 'quite stubborn.' The word 'obdurate' means stubbornly refusing to change one's opinion or course of action.
Therefore, if a patient is especially obdurate, it indicates that she is likely very stubborn in her behavior or beliefs.
Choices A, C, and D are incorrect because they do not reflect the meaning of 'obdurate.' Being 'very large' (
Choice
A), 'easily upset' (
Choice
C), or 'ready to go home' (
Choice
D) does not directly relate to being stubborn and unwilling to change.
Question 3 of 5
To which part of the human body does 'superior' refer?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: In human anatomy, the term 'superior' refers to a position or structure that is closer to the top of the body or situated above another structure in relation to the standard anatomical position. This means that choice A, '
Top,' is the correct answer as it accurately reflects the anatomical meaning of 'superior.'
Choices B, C, and D are incorrect as they refer to different anatomical directions that are not synonymous with 'superior.' 'Bottom' (choice
B) refers to 'inferior,' 'Front' (choice
C) relates to 'anterior,' and 'Back' (choice
D) corresponds to 'posterior.'
Question 4 of 5
If you are at the zenith of your career, you are ___________.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: When someone is at the zenith of their career, it means they have reached the highest point or peak of success in their professional life. This suggests that they have achieved their utmost potential and are enjoying the height of their career accomplishments.
Choice A, 'just getting started,' is incorrect as it implies the beginning of a career rather than the peak.
Choice B, 'preparing for retirement,' is incorrect because being at the zenith of one's career usually signifies the prime of one's professional success, not the preparation for retirement.
Choice D, 'having trouble with your superiors,' is incorrect as it is unrelated to the concept of reaching the peak of success in one's career.
Question 5 of 5
Select the meaning of the word 'tumult' in the sentence: 'The tumult in the emergency room seemed to last a long time.'
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: In this sentence, the word 'tumult' is used to describe a state of confusion, disorder, and chaos in the emergency room. 'Commotion' is the closest synonym to this meaning, making it the correct choice from the list provided.
Choice A, 'Siren,' does not capture the meaning of chaos and disorder.
Choice B, 'Distress,' refers more to a state of extreme anxiety or suffering rather than the commotion described.
Choice C, 'Suffering,' is not the best fit as the word 'tumult' in this context does not specifically imply suffering, but rather a noisy and chaotic situation.