HESI®A2 Vocabulary Practice Test 2

What is the best definition for the word elevate?

What word meaning “obvious or visible” fits best in the sentence?

The doctor had put his ____________ opinion in the plainest language possible; there was nothing more to be done for the patient besides comfort care.

Select the meaning of the underlined word in the sentence.

The nurse reminded the patient that he was ordered to be on strict bed rest until the doctor said otherwise.

What is the best definition for the term pathology?

Select the meaning of the underlined word in the sentence.

The labored respirations of the patient began to be far and few between as he slipped peacefully toward death.

Select the meaning of the underlined word in the sentence.

The nurse checked that the tube was patent before she connected the patient’s next feeding.

What word meaning “sudden and possibly unexpected” fits best in the sentence?

Although the nursing unit did their best to care for the patient, he passed away in a/n ____________ manner when his heart stopped.

Select the meaning of the underlined word in the sentence.

The patient decided to abstain from alcohol for the rest of his life, which his family agreed was for the better.

What is the best definition for the word comply?

Select the word that means “important.”

Oral is best defined as:

What word meaning “to absorb or intake” fits best in the sentence?

The patient was brought to the emergency room because he had planned to ____________ a lethal amount of Tylenol.

Select the meaning of the underlined word in the sentence.

The patient’s exacerbation of sickle cell disease was worsened due to his poor hydration status.

Select the best meaning of the underlined word in the sentence.

Peristalsis is a function of the gastrointestinal system that is performed by nerve cells.

Flaccid is best defined as ____________.

Select the meaning of the underlined word in the sentence.

The drainage coming from the wound had the consistency of mucus but looked like blood.

Select the correct definition of the underlined word in the sentence.

The patient demonstrated a neurological deficit he had not shown prior to the accident.

What is the best definition for the word defecate?

What is the best definition for the word nutrient?

Soon after the surgery, the patient found he had to suppress the urge to vomit. What does “suppress” mean in this context?

What word meaning “heart” fits best in the sentence?

The doctor’s report indicated that the patient’s _______ status was at risk from the medications he was taking.

Select the meaning of the underlined word in the sentence.

The patient’s health appeared to be contingent on her taking the medications.

What is the best definition for the term fatigue?

Select the meaning of the underlined word in the sentence.

Gloves are a required precaution when dealing with blood and other bodily fluids.

What word meaning “issues or characteristics” fits best in the sentence?

Although the patient tested positive for mononucleosis, she showed no ____________.