Kaplan Nursing Entrance Practice Exam

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A significant occurrence that disrupts normalcy is best described as?

Incidence
Incident
Discrete
Imminent

The correct answer is: Incident

The term that best describes a significant occurrence that disrupts normalcy is "incident." An incident refers to an event or situation that breaks with the usual pattern of daily life or operations, leading to a notable disruption. This can include accidents, emergencies, or any unexpected occurrences that require attention and often necessitate a response from individuals or organizations involved. In contrast, "incidence" is more commonly used to denote the frequency or rate at which events occur within a population, rather than focusing on the disruption caused by a specific event. The term "discrete" refers to something that is separate and distinct, which does not capture the disruptive quality of a significant occurrence. Lastly, "imminent" describes something that is about to happen or is likely to happen soon, rather than referring to an event that has already taken place and disrupted normalcy.