HESI A2
HESI A2 Reading Comprehension Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which statement could be inferred from the passage?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A. The passage mentions a previous study by the same team on the connection between exercise and energy, indicating that the lab had conducted such research before. Choice B is incorrect because the passage actually states that low-impact exercise can help reduce fatigue in patients with serious health conditions. Choice C is incorrect as the passage indicates that an increase in energy levels does correspond to a reduction in fatigue. Choice D is incorrect as the passage does not provide information on the exact number of participants in each group.
Question 2 of 5
What is the meaning of the word 'abstain' as used in the last paragraph?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: In the context of the passage, 'abstain' means to refrain from or go without. The passage discusses the challenges of treating individuals with both eating disorders and substance abuse issues. It mentions that while treatment for addiction involves abstinence, it is not possible to completely abstain from food. This highlights the meaning of 'abstain' as 'go without' in this context. The other choices are incorrect: 'Dishonor' does not relate to abstain, 'Connect to' is not synonymous with abstain, and 'Liberate' does not align with the context of the passage.
Question 3 of 5
All of the following are mentioned in the passage as potential risks from inadequate sleep EXCEPT ___________.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 4 of 5
What does the word "surf" mean as used in the fourth paragraph?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 5 of 5
The main idea of the passage is ___________.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.