HESI A2
Quizlet Vocabulary HESI A2 Questions
Question 1 of 5
He has 3 DISCRETE symptoms, causing the doctor to create an elaborative plan of care.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The term 'discrete' means individually separate and distinct.
Therefore, the most appropriate choice to describe the symptoms that are distinct and separate from each other is 'separate' (option
D).
Choices A, B, and C are incorrect because they do not convey the specific meaning of the term 'discrete' as separate and distinct.
Question 2 of 5
What does 'Fatal' mean?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: 'Resulting in death.' The term 'Fatal' specifically means resulting in death.
Choices A, C, and D are incorrect because 'Fatal' does not refer to resulting in injury, being dangerous, or being treatable.
Question 3 of 5
Based on the principles of asepsis, the nurse should consider a sterile packet below waist level to be _____.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: In aseptic techniques, maintaining the sterility of items is crucial. Placing a sterile packet below waist level exposes it to potential contamination from non-sterile surfaces or objects.
Therefore, the correct term to describe the sterile packet in this situation is 'contaminated.' 'Sterilized' (choice
B) is incorrect as it implies the packet has undergone a sterilization process, which may not be the case if it is now considered contaminated. 'Clean' (choice
C) is incorrect because although the packet was initially sterile, placing it below waist level compromises its cleanliness. 'Untouched' (choice
D) is incorrect as the packet has been touched or exposed to non-sterile areas, leading to potential contamination.
Question 4 of 5
What does the term 'viscous' mean?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: 'Thick and sticky.' Viscous describes a substance that is thick and sticky, resisting flow easily.
Choices B, C, and D are incorrect. 'Slimy' implies a slippery, gooey texture; 'Watery' describes a substance with a thin, fluid consistency; and 'Dry' indicates the absence of moisture.
Question 5 of 5
What does Debilitating mean?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: 'Incapacitating.' Debilitating means causing incapacity or weakness, making choice A the most appropriate.
Choices B, C, and D are incorrect because they represent the opposite of what debilitating means. Weakening (choice
B), Empowering (choice
C), and Strengthening (choice
D) all convey a sense of increasing strength or ability, which is the opposite of the meaning of debilitating.