Arrange the given word in a logical sequence:

(1) Plan (2) Shop (3) Mall (4) Drive (5) Return

Appeared in: WCL Staff Nurse - 2022

Explanation

The process begins with 'Plan' (1), as any activity is initiated with a plan.
The next logical step is to travel to the destination, which is represented by 'Drive' (4).
The destination itself is the 'Mall' (3), the place where the shopping will happen.
Once at the mall, the main action is to 'Shop' (2).
The final step after completing the shopping is to 'Return' (5) home.
This creates the chronological sequence: Plan → Drive → Mall → Shop → Return, or 14325.

Option A: This sequence starts with 'Return', which is illogical as returning is the final step of a trip, not the beginning.
Option C: This sequence also incorrectly starts with 'Return', making the entire order nonsensical from the start.
Option D: This sequence incorrectly starts with 'Return'. A logical sequence of events must follow a chronological order, which this option violates.

Clinical Relevance

Nursing practice connection: This is primarily an exam-oriented knowledge point with limited direct bedside application, so retain Logical and Chronological Sequencing of Events as background academic context rather than a clinical decision trigger.
This type of question assesses logical reasoning and problem-solving skills.
While not a clinical question, these cognitive skills are fundamental for nurses in planning patient care, prioritizing tasks, and following complex procedures in a step-by-step manner.
The nursing process itself (Assessment, Diagnosis, Planning, Implementation, Evaluation) is a critical logical sequence that guides all nursing actions.

How to Approach the Question

First, read all the given words to understand the overall context or story they represent (in this case, a shopping trip).
Identify the starting point of the sequence. An action like 'Plan' is almost always the first step.
Identify the ending point of the sequence. An action like 'Return' or 'Finish' is typically the last step.
Arrange the remaining words as intermediate steps that logically connect the start and end points.
Form a coherent narrative: 'First, I plan to go shopping. Then, I drive to the mall. At the mall, I shop. Finally, I return home.'
Match your derived numerical sequence (1-4-3-2-5) with the given options.

Concept Tested & Keywords

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