HESI A2 Vocabulary Quizlet

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A: Present on two sides. In the sentence, "bilateral" means that the weakness is affecting both hindquarters of the dog. This term is commonly used in medical contexts to indicate a condition or symptom that occurs on both sides of the body. Choices B, C, and D are incorrect because they do not accurately reflect the meaning of "bilateral" in this context. Choice B is unrelated to the concept of bilateral, while choices C and D incorrectly suggest that the weakness is only affecting one side of the dog's hindquarters.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B because "While the band played" is a dependent clause that cannot stand alone as a complete sentence. It lacks a subject or verb to make it a complete thought. In contrast, choices A, C, and D are complete sentences with subjects and predicates. Choice A has a subject "We" and a predicate "sat out the next dance." Choice C has a subject "The band" and a predicate "played a nice slow song." Choice D has a subject "Everyone" and a predicate "enjoyed the dance." Therefore, choice B is incomplete as it lacks the necessary components to form a complete sentence.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D: forbid. 'Proscribe' means to officially forbid something. The root word 'pro' means 'before' or 'in front of,' and 'scribe' means 'write.' Therefore, 'proscribe' literally means 'to write before,' as in writing a law or rule to prohibit something. Choice A, anticipate, is incorrect as it means to expect or foresee. Choice B, prevent, is incorrect as it means to stop something from happening. Choice C, defeat, is incorrect as it means to overcome or win against someone or something.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: Whole. In the context of the sentence, 'intact' means complete or undamaged. The bandage should remain whole to effectively protect the wound. Choice A (Dry) does not capture the full meaning of 'intact'. Choice C (Uncovered) is the opposite of intact. Choice D (Secure) refers more to the stability of the bandage rather than its completeness.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D. "Capitol" is used incorrectly in the sentence. The word should be "capital" which refers to uppercase letters. "Capitol" refers to a building where a legislative body meets. The other choices are used correctly: A: "Must always" is used correctly to emphasize the necessity of starting a sentence with a capital letter. B: "Simple" is used correctly as an adjective to describe the rule as straightforward. C: "Forget" is used correctly in the context of people not remembering the rule.