HESI A2
Vocabulary HESI A2 Questions
Question 1 of 5
Something that is viscous is thick and sticky. Another word for this might be ___________.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct word that can be used to describe something that is thick and sticky, like viscosity, is 'gelatinous.' Gelatinous refers to a substance that has a jelly-like consistency, which aligns with the characteristics of something viscous. Options A, B, and D do not accurately capture the concept of being thick and sticky. 'Fluid' implies a substance that flows easily, 'molten' refers to something melted by heat, and 'malleable' describes the ability to be shaped without breaking.
Question 2 of 5
What is the best description for the word efficacy in the following sentence? The quality, safety, and efficacy of counterfeit medicines are not known.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: In the context of the sentence provided, efficacy refers to the ability of counterfeit medicines to produce the intended or desired effect. Efficacy is closely related to effectiveness, which is the correct description in this context. 'Significance' (
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B), 'Corollary' (
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C), and 'Conclusion' (
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D) do not accurately capture the meaning of efficacy in this context.
Question 3 of 5
If a patient's condition is upgraded, he is ___________.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: When a patient's condition is upgraded, it means that there has been an improvement in their medical status. This change usually indicates that the patient's health is improving or that they are responding well to treatment. Option A, 'getting worse,' is incorrect as an upgrade signifies a positive change. Option C, 'released from the hospital,' does not directly relate to an upgrade in the patient's condition. Option D, 'approved for surgery,' is unrelated to the patient's current medical status and the concept of an upgrade.
Question 4 of 5
What is the best description for the phrase monitor progress in the following sentence? The agency will monitor progress of the pilot program, reviewing reports and conducting our own inspections if necessary.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The phrase 'monitor progress' in this context means to observe or keep track of how the pilot program is developing or improving. It involves regularly reviewing reports and conducting inspections to ensure that things are progressing as expected. 'Keep an eye on improvement' accurately describes the action of monitoring progress in this scenario, making it the correct choice.
Choices A, B, and D are incorrect as they do not capture the essence of overseeing development and ensuring improvement.
Question 5 of 5
Select the meaning of the underlined word in the following sentence. The patient is lying prone next to the monitor.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The word 'prone' in the sentence 'The patient is lying prone next to the monitor' indicates that the patient is positioned face down. 'Prone' refers to the body position in which the front surface of the body, such as the chest or abdomen, is facing downwards.
Therefore, choice A, 'Face down,' is the correct meaning.
Choices B, 'Immovable,' C, 'Face up,' and D, 'Asleep,' are incorrect as they do not accurately describe the meaning of 'prone' in the context of the sentence.