Reading Comprehension Practice Test HESI A2

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B because the passage does not mention anything about there being no reliable treatment for hypertension. The other choices can be inferred from the passage: A discusses the preventive aspect of maintaining a healthy weight, C mentions ethnicity as a risk factor, and D compares the likelihood of hypertension between age groups. B is not supported by the passage and hence is the correct answer.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: A state of being satisfied. In the context of The Sleep Workout, satiety refers to a feeling of fullness or satisfaction after having had enough sleep. This is supported by the fact that the article discusses ways to improve sleep quality, which would lead to a feeling of satisfaction or contentment. Choice A: A state of tiredness is incorrect because satiety does not refer to tiredness, but rather to a feeling of fullness or satisfaction. Choice C: A state of being overloaded is incorrect as satiety is the opposite of feeling overloaded. It signifies a sense of contentment, not overwhelm. Choice D: A state of confusion is incorrect as satiety does not imply confusion but rather a feeling of being satisfied or full.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is C: Endurance. In the context of Yoga, tolerance refers to the ability to endure discomfort or challenges during the practice. It emphasizes the importance of remaining calm and patient in difficult situations. Open-mindedness (A) refers to being receptive to new ideas, which is not directly related to tolerance in this context. Approval (B) implies giving consent or agreement, which is not the intended meaning of tolerance in this paragraph. Generosity (D) refers to being generous or giving, which is unrelated to the concept of tolerance being discussed.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D because the passage does not mention anything about vitamin and mineral deficiencies causing anemia. The passage discusses the genetic nature of sickle-cell anemia, its symptoms, and the unique shape of red blood cells in patients. Therefore, D is the only choice that is not directly related to the topic of sickle-cell anemia. Choices A, B, and C are mentioned in the passage, making them incorrect answers. Choice A discusses the population groups prone to sickle-cell anemia, Choice B describes symptoms, and Choice C explains the shape of red blood cells in sickle-cell patients.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is C: Regulating leptin, an appetite-controlling hormone, because leptin is not mentioned as a role of HGH in the passage. The passage only discusses HGH's roles in regulating metabolism, stimulating the immune system, and facilitating calcium retention. Leptin's role in appetite control is not explicitly connected to HGH in the passage. Therefore, C is the correct answer.