Select the meaning of the word 'PRN' in the sentence: 'The nurse gave the patient a PRN medication.'

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Question 1 of 5

Select the meaning of the word 'PRN' in the sentence: 'The nurse gave the patient a PRN medication.'

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: 'PRN' is a medical abbreviation that stands for 'pro re nata,' meaning 'as needed.' In this context, the medication is given to reduce symptoms as they arise. Choice A, 'Pinpoint,' does not align with the meaning of 'PRN.' Choices B and C, 'Relocate' and 'Eradicate,' are unrelated to the concept of 'as needed' medications.

Question 2 of 5

What is the best description for the term fracture?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The term 'fracture' refers to a 'break' in the bone. A fracture is a medical condition where there is a crack or break in a bone. 'Brake' refers to a device used to stop or slow down a vehicle. 'Cut' means to make an opening or incision with a sharp tool. 'Cure' means to relieve a person of the symptoms of a disease or condition.

Question 3 of 5

Which word is not spelled correctly in the sentence: 'The physician thought it was unnecessary to explain the procedure.'

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 4 of 5

Select the meaning of the word 'exogenous' in the sentence: 'Exogenous factors will affect the patient's well-being.'

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A: 'Produced outside the body.' In the given sentence, 'exogenous' is used to refer to factors that originate externally, such as environmental influences. Choice B, 'Produced within the body,' is incorrect as it describes endogenous factors. Choice C, 'Produced by the kidneys,' is incorrect as it specifies a specific organ rather than the general concept of external origin. Choice D, 'Hereditary,' is incorrect as it relates to genetic inheritance, which is not the meaning of 'exogenous.'

Question 5 of 5

To implement something is to:

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is C: 'cause it to happen.' 'Implement' means to put something into action or cause it to happen. Choices A, B, and D are incorrect because they do not reflect the meaning of 'implement.' Preventing something from occurring (Choice A), emphasizing the importance of something (Choice B), and following something from beginning to end (Choice D) are all different actions or concepts that do not align with the definition of 'implement.'

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