HESI A2 Reading Comprehension 2024

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: Presented to. In the context of the passage, "afforded to" means something is being provided or given to someone, which aligns with the definition of "presented to." The phrase indicates that something is being given or made available to someone. The other choices do not accurately capture the meaning of "afforded to" in this context. A: Traversed by implies movement through, C: Removed from suggests taking something away, and D: Paid for by indicates payment, none of which accurately match the meaning in the passage.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: Harmless. In the first paragraph, innocuous is used to describe something that is not harmful or offensive. The word implies that the subject is safe and poses no threat. The other choices are incorrect because: - A: Undiscovered does not relate to the meaning of innocuous. - C: Imperceptible means unable to be perceived, which is not the same as harmless. - D: Purposeless implies lacking a purpose, which is different from being harmless.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: To intensify. In the context of the last paragraph, exacerbate means to make a problem, bad situation, or negative feeling worse or more severe. This is supported by the text indicating that the situation described would worsen due to certain factors. Choice A, to soothe, is incorrect as it means to make something feel better or calmer, which is opposite in meaning to exacerbate. Choice C, to adapt, is incorrect as it means to adjust to new conditions, not to make a situation worse. Choice D, to disclose, is incorrect as it means to reveal or make something known, which is unrelated to the context of exacerbate in the paragraph.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A: Relief. In the context of the first paragraph, respite refers to a temporary relief or break from a difficult or challenging situation. The word is often used to describe a pause or rest period to relax or recover. "Relief" best captures the essence of respite in this context. Explanation: - A: Relief is correct as respite provides a temporary break or relief from a challenging situation. - B: Treatment is incorrect as respite is not about providing medical or therapeutic treatment. - C: Guardian is incorrect as respite does not refer to a person responsible for protecting or taking care of someone. - D: Specialist is incorrect as respite is not related to a specific area of expertise or profession.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D, "Nurse-Led Care Aids Gout Patients," because the passage likely discusses the role of nurses in managing gout, emphasizing their contribution to patient care. This title is specific and highlights the key point of the passage. Choice A is too broad and focuses only on treatment. Choice B is too narrow, focusing solely on uric acid's impact. Choice C is misleading as it mentions risk factors for a different type of arthritis, not gout. Overall, D accurately reflects the main focus of the passage on nurse-led care for gout patients.