HESI A2
HESI A2 Reading Comprehension Questions
Question 1 of 5
The main idea of the passage is ___________.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The main idea of the passage is that lack of adequate sleep is becoming a major national health problem.
Question 2 of 5
A vegetarian diet is said to lower all of the following EXCEPT ___________.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The passage suggests that a vegetarian diet can provide sufficient protein and lower body fat, heart disease risk, and cholesterol, but it does not suggest that it lowers the need for protein.
Question 3 of 5
All of the following are mentioned in the passage as potential risks from inadequate sleep EXCEPT ___________.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Cancer is not mentioned as a risk associated with inadequate sleep in the passage.
Question 4 of 5
Which statement would not be inferred by the reader?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D. While the passage extensively discusses the benefits and applications of phototherapy, it does not mention that ultraviolet rays can cause damage to eyes and skin. This statement goes beyond the information provided in the passage and cannot be inferred. A. The passage mentions that phototherapy has been around for more than a century, supporting the statement that some forms of phototherapy have been around for decades. B. The passage discusses how new applications of phototherapy, like the phototherapy blanket, are being developed, making this statement valid as it aligns with the information provided. C. Phototherapy being most often used to treat skin problems is supported by the passage, which mentions its applications in treating acne, psoriasis, and eczema. Therefore, this statement can be inferred from the passage.
Question 5 of 5
What is the meaning of the word 'booking' as used in the first paragraph?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: In this context, 'booking' refers to scheduling appointments for bone density tests. The correct choice is 'A: Scheduling' because in the given text, women are booking bone density tests to ensure their bone health. 'Contracting' (Choice B) is incorrect as it does not fit the context of making appointments. 'Traveling' (Choice C) and 'Charging' (Choice D) are also irrelevant to the context of scheduling appointments for medical tests.
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