HESI A2 Vocabulary Quizlet

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: Abrupt. In the sentence, 'precipitous' is describing a change that happened suddenly or unexpectedly. This aligns with the definition of 'abrupt,' meaning sudden or unexpected. The other choices, A: Difficult, C: Gentle, and D: Unanticipated, do not accurately capture the meaning of 'precipitous' in the context of the sentence. 'Difficult' refers to challenges, 'gentle' suggests something calm or mild, and 'unanticipated' means not expected, none of which fully match the context of a sudden change described as 'precipitous.'

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: C

Rationale: The correct answer is C: Laid. In this sentence, 'laid' is the past tense form of the verb 'lay'. The sentence requires a past tense verb to match the context of placing the package on the table. 'Layed' in choice A is incorrect as it is a common misspelling of 'laid'. 'Drop' in choice B is incorrect as it does not fit the context of placing something carefully. 'Lay' in choice D is the present tense form of the verb and does not match the past tense needed in the sentence.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D: paroxysm. A paroxysm is defined as a sudden, violent outburst or spasm, making it synonymous with 'a violent seizure.' 'Revelation' means a surprising and previously unknown fact, 'nutrient' refers to a substance that provides nourishment, and 'contraption' is a mechanical device or gadget. These choices are not related to the concept of a violent seizure, making them incorrect in this context.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The correct contraction for 'will not' is A: Won't. The contraction 'won't' is formed by combining 'will' and 'not', where the 'o' from 'not' replaces the 'i' in 'will'. This contraction is widely accepted and commonly used in English language. B: Willn't is not a standard contraction and is not grammatically correct. C: Wouldn't is a contraction for 'would not', not 'will not'. D: Will'nt is a non-standard and incorrect form of contraction.