HESI A2
HESI A2 Vocabulary 2024 Questions
Question 1 of 5
A condition that is chronic is ___________.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D, 'recurring.' A chronic condition is one that is ongoing or long-lasting, implying that it persists or recurs over a prolonged period of time.
Choices A, B, and C are incorrect because chronicity does not necessarily imply harmlessness, criticality, or contagion; rather, it refers to the persistent or recurring nature of the condition.
Question 2 of 5
Choose the meaning of the word 'contusions' in the following sentence: 'Contusions or scratches may be treated on-site.'
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: 'Bruises.' In the context of the sentence provided, 'contusions' refers to injuries that cause discoloration or bruising of the skin without breaking the skin. The word 'contusions' is synonymous with bruises, not breaks (choice
A), disorientation (choice
B), or abrasions (choice
D).
Therefore, in the sentence, contusions or scratches are mentioned as potential injuries that may require treatment on-site.
Question 3 of 5
Choose the meaning of the word 'affected' in the following sentence: 'Apply a thin film of cream to the affected area once or twice a day depending on the acuteness of the condition.'
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: In the context of the sentence, 'affected' is used to describe the area that requires the application of cream. It refers to a part of the body that is diseased or suffering from some ailment.
Therefore, the correct meaning of 'affected' in this context is 'Diseased.'
Choice A, 'Involved,' does not accurately capture the medical context of the sentence.
Choice C, 'Assumed,' is not relevant to the physical condition described in the sentence.
Choice D, 'Perceived,' does not convey the idea of a physical ailment, making it incorrect. The most appropriate interpretation is 'Diseased,' as it aligns with the context of applying cream to a specific area due to a health issue.
Question 4 of 5
Choose the meaning of the word 'inquest' in the following sentence: 'Many interesting discoveries were made at the inquest.'
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The word 'inquest' typically refers to a legal investigation or inquiry, especially into the cause of someone's death. In this context, an 'inquest' is associated with conducting an autopsy to determine the cause of death.
Choices A, B, and D are incorrect. A 'tryout' refers to a test or trial, 'intake' relates to the process of taking something in, such as food or air, and a 'checkup' is a general medical examination.
Question 5 of 5
The abbreviation PDR refers to a ___________.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The abbreviation PDR stands for Physician's Desk Reference, which is a widely used book containing information about prescription drugs, including their uses, side effects, and dosages.
Therefore, the abbreviation PDR is associated with drugs.
Choices B, C, and D are incorrect because PDR specifically relates to drugs and not procedures, books, or muscle groups.