Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 5.

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

For many healthcare workers, (1) _______________ nurses, longer hours and shift work are the norm. Nurses are (2)___________________ expected to work on public holidays, and may have to work for six or seven (3)_________________ days before having a few days off, instead of the standard five days on, two days off.Also, many healthcare services, such as hospitals and aged care facilities, (4)______________ staffing seven days a week. It’s imperative any restructured work arrangements are designed to (5)___________________ continuous, adequate staffing. Consequently, a direct transition from a five-day to a four-day work week might not be immediately logical or applicable.

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. ensure.
Context: The sentence is about designing work arrangements in healthcare so that staffing remains continuous and adequate. The correct word should mean “to make certain or guarantee.”
Meaning of the words:
Treat: means to deal with or give medical attention, not suitable here.
Animate: means to give life or energy, not correct in this context.
Scrutinise: means to examine carefully, does not fit the meaning.
Ensure: means to make certain or guarantee.
Correct word: Ensure
Reason: The aim of restructured work arrangements is to ensure continuous, adequate staffing. The other options do not fit the meaning of guaranteeing something.
Final Sentence: It’s imperative any restructured work arrangements are designed to ensure continuous, adequate staffing.
Hence, the chosen option is correct.

SSC GD 2025 PYQ — Question 1