Day 14
Topic 5
ATI TEAS Version 7 English
& Language Usage Section
It includes definitions, uses, examples, and 50
practice questions with an answer key.
1. Definitions & Key Concepts
Sentence Fragment
A fragment is an incomplete sentence. It lacks a
subject, a verb, or a complete thought. It often begins with a subordinating
word (because, although, since) or is a dependent clause standing alone.
TEAS Tip: If the “sentence” leaves you asking
“who?” or “what happened?” it’s likely a fragment.
Run-on Sentence
A run-on occurs when two or more independent clauses
(complete sentences) are joined incorrectly without proper punctuation or
conjunction.
- Fused
sentence:
No punctuation between clauses.
❌ Wrong: She studied hard she passed the exam. - Comma
splice:
Only a comma separates two independent clauses.
❌ Wrong: She studied hard, she passed the exam.
Correct Sentence
A complete sentence has:
- A subject (who/what the sentence is about)
- A predicate (verb + what the subject does/is)
- A complete thought (can stand alone)
Also uses proper punctuation and
conjunctions (FANBOYS: for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so) or subordinators
correctly.
|
Type |
Example |
|
Fragment |
Because
she was tired. (No complete thought) |
|
Run-on |
She was
tired she went to bed. (No punctuation) |
|
Correct |
Because
she was tired, she went to bed. |
2. Uses (Why it matters for TEAS)
- Reading section: Understanding sentence boundaries helps interpret
complex passages.
- Writing/language section: Identify and correct fragments/run-ons in
multiple-choice questions.
- Grammar rules tested: Choose the correctly written sentence among
four options.
3. Examples
|
Error Type |
Incorrect |
Correction |
|
Fragment |
Walking
through the park. |
She was
walking through the park. |
|
Fragment |
Although
he studied. |
Although
he studied, he failed the test. |
|
Run-on
(fused) |
He loves
coffee he drinks it daily. |
He loves
coffee, so he drinks it daily. |
|
Run-on
(comma splice) |
He loves
coffee, he drinks it daily. |
He loves
coffee; he drinks it daily. |
|
Correct |
— |
After the
meeting ended, the team went to lunch. |
4. 50 Practice Questions for ATI TEAS
Version 7
Identify: Fragment
(F), Run-on (RO), or Correct (C) (1-20)
1. Running late for the appointment.
2. The nurse checked the vitals, they
were normal.
3. Because the patient refused
medication.
4. She completed the TEAS exam, and she
felt relieved.
5. He forgot his stethoscope therefore
he borrowed one.
6. Although the lab results were
delayed.
7. The doctor explained the procedure,
the patient consented.
8. Walking home in the rain without an
umbrella.
9. She took notes during the lecture
they helped her study.
10. The unit clerk answered calls and
organized charts efficiently.
11. Since the clinic closes at 5 PM.
12. Blood pressure was elevated, but no
other symptoms appeared.
13. The team finished documentation early
leaving nothing for the next shift.
14. To achieve a high score on the TEAS.
15. He administered the injection then he
disposed of the needle safely.
16. During the night shift, the emergency
room was quiet.
17. The pharmacy sent the wrong dosage,
the nurse caught the error.
18. After finishing the patient
assessment.
19. The nurse documented the findings the
physician reviewed them.
20. She prepared the IV line carefully.
Correcting Run-ons
(21-30)
21. The lab called with results the
doctor reviewed them.
a) The lab called with results, the doctor reviewed them.
b) The lab called with results; the doctor reviewed them.
c) The lab called with results the doctor reviewed them.
d) The lab called with results because the doctor reviewed them.
22. He forgot to wash his hands he
contaminated the sample.
a) He forgot to wash his hands, he contaminated the sample.
b) He forgot to wash his hands, so he contaminated the sample.
c) He forgot to wash his hands contaminated the sample.
d) He forgot to wash his hands, contaminating the sample.
23. She is a trained phlebotomist she
draws blood daily.
a) She is a trained phlebotomist, she draws blood daily.
b) She is a trained phlebotomist; therefore, she draws blood daily.
c) She is a trained phlebotomist draws blood daily.
d) She is a trained phlebotomist because she draws blood daily.
24. The patient complained of pain the
nurse gave medication.
a) The patient complained of pain, the nurse gave medication.
b) The patient complained of pain so the nurse gave medication.
c) When the patient complained of pain, the nurse gave medication.
d) The patient complained of pain gave medication.
25. Oxygen saturation dropped to 88% the
respiratory therapist was called.
a) Oxygen saturation dropped to 88%, the respiratory therapist was called.
b) Oxygen saturation dropped to 88% the respiratory therapist was called.
c) Because oxygen saturation dropped to 88%, the respiratory therapist was
called.
d) Oxygen saturation dropped to 88% therefore the respiratory therapist was
called.
26. She reviewed the chart carefully she
noticed a discrepancy.
a) She reviewed the chart carefully, she noticed a discrepancy.
b) She reviewed the chart carefully; she noticed a discrepancy.
c) She reviewed the chart carefully noticed a discrepancy.
d) She reviewed the chart carefully because she noticed a discrepancy.
27. The code blue was called everyone
rushed to room 4.
a) The code blue was called, everyone rushed to room 4.
b) The code blue was called; everyone rushed to room 4.
c) The code blue was called everyone rushed to room 4.
d) The code blue was called, and everyone rushed to room 4.
28. Insulin must be refrigerated it will
lose potency.
a) Insulin must be refrigerated, it will lose potency.
b) Insulin must be refrigerated or it will lose potency.
c) Insulin must be refrigerated it will lose potency.
d) Insulin must be refrigerated, it will lose potency otherwise.
29. He passed the TEAS Reading section he
failed the Math section.
a) He passed the TEAS Reading section, he failed the Math section.
b) He passed the TEAS Reading section; however, he failed the Math section.
c) He passed the TEAS Reading section he failed the Math section.
d) He passed the TEAS Reading section because he failed the Math section.
30. The wound was clean there was no sign
of infection.
a) The wound was clean, there was no sign of infection.
b) The wound was clean there was no sign of infection.
c) The wound was clean, and there was no sign of infection.
d) The wound was clean but there was no sign of infection.
Correcting Fragments
(31-40)
31. Because the lab was understaffed.
a) Because the lab was understaffed. The results were delayed.
b) The lab was understaffed.
c) Because the lab was understaffed, the results were delayed.
d) Understaffed lab because.
32. Walking through the long hospital
corridor at midnight.
a) Walking through the long hospital corridor at midnight, and it was quiet.
b) The nurse was walking through the long hospital corridor at midnight.
c) Walking through the long hospital corridor at midnight she.
d) Through the long hospital corridor walking.
33. Such as glucose, potassium, and
sodium levels.
a) Such as glucose, potassium, and sodium levels the lab reported.
b) The metabolic panel includes such analytes as glucose, potassium, and sodium
levels.
c) Such as glucose, potassium, and sodium levels recorded.
d) Glucose, potassium, and sodium levels such as.
34. To prevent the spread of infection.
a) To prevent the spread of infection is important.
b) To prevent the spread of infection, healthcare workers must wash their hands.
c) To prevent the spread of infection. Washing hands.
d) Important to prevent the spread of infection.
35. Although the patient denied having
chest pain.
a) Although the patient denied having chest pain, the ECG showed ischemia.
b) The patient denied having chest pain although.
c) Although the patient denied having chest pain. The ECG showed ischemia.
d) Denied having chest pain although.
36. After the surgical team completed the
procedure.
a) After the surgical team completed the procedure, they moved the patient to
recovery.
b) After the surgical team completed the procedure. They moved the patient.
c) The surgical team completed the procedure after.
d) Completed the procedure after the surgical team.
37. For example, taking vital signs every
four hours.
a) For example, taking vital signs every four hours is a nursing responsibility.
b) Taking vital signs every four hours for example.
c) For example, taking vital signs every four hours and recording them.
d) For example, vital signs every four hours.
38. That the medication dosage was too
high.
a) That the medication dosage was too high the doctor realized.
b) The doctor realized that the medication dosage was too high.
c) The medication dosage was too high that.
d) Was too high that the medication dosage.
39. Unless the patient provides written
consent.
a) Unless the patient provides written consent, the procedure cannot be
performed.
b) Unless the patient provides written consent. The procedure cannot be
performed.
c) The patient provides written consent unless.
d) Provides written consent unless the patient.
40. A highly contagious respiratory virus.
a) A highly contagious respiratory virus spreading quickly.
b) COVID-19 is a highly contagious respiratory virus.
c) A highly contagious respiratory virus that causes fever.
d) Because a highly contagious respiratory virus.
Mixed Review (41-50)
41. Because the patient was allergic to
penicillin, the doctor prescribed azithromycin.
a) Fragment
b) Run-on
c) Correct
42. The nurse administered the vaccine
the patient felt a slight sting.
a) Fragment
b) Run-on
c) Correct
43. While checking the infusion pump for
air bubbles.
a) Fragment
b) Run-on
c) Correct
44. The unit is short-staffed, so the
nurses are working double shifts.
a) Fragment
b) Run-on
c) Correct
45. She charted the intake and output,
she forgot to initial the form.
a) Fragment
b) Run-on
c) Correct
46. After the central line dressing was
changed.
a) Fragment
b) Run-on
c) Correct
47. The pharmacy delivered the
antibiotics at 0900 the first dose was given at 1000.
a) Fragment
b) Run-on
c) Correct
48. Patients with diabetes must monitor
their blood glucose regularly, and they should follow a balanced diet.
a) Fragment
b) Run-on
c) Correct
49. To calculate the correct drip rate
for the IV infusion.
a) Fragment
b) Run-on
c) Correct
50. The chest x-ray was normal, the
patient was discharged home.
a) Fragment
b) Run-on
c) Correct
Part 1: Identify Fragment
(F), Run-on (RO), or Correct (C) — Questions 1–20
1.
Running late for
the appointment.
Answer: F (Fragment)
Reason: No
subject performing an action. Who is running late? No complete verb (just a
participle phrase).
Fix: The nurse
was running late for the appointment.
2.
The nurse checked
the vitals, they were normal.
Answer: RO (Run-on — comma splice)
Reason: Two
independent clauses joined only by a comma.
Fix: The nurse
checked the vitals; they were normal. or The nurse checked the vitals, and they
were normal.
3.
Because the
patient refused medication.
Answer: F (Fragment)
Reason: “Because”
makes it a dependent clause. Leaves the question: “What happened because of
that?” No main clause.
Fix: Because the
patient refused medication, the doctor ordered a different therapy.
4.
She completed the
TEAS exam, and she felt relieved.
Answer: C (Correct)
Reason: Two
independent clauses joined by comma + coordinating conjunction (and). Proper
structure.
5.
He forgot his
stethoscope therefore he borrowed one.
Answer: RO (Run-on — fused)
Reason: No punctuation
before “therefore” (a conjunctive adverb). Need a semicolon or period before
therefore.
Fix: He forgot
his stethoscope; therefore, he borrowed one.
6.
Although the lab
results were delayed.
Answer: F (Fragment)
Reason:
“Although” creates a dependent clause with no main clause.
Fix: Although
the lab results were delayed, the doctor made a diagnosis clinically.
7.
The doctor
explained the procedure, the patient consented.
Answer: RO (Run-on — comma splice)
Reason: Two
complete sentences separated only by a comma.
Fix: The doctor
explained the procedure, and the patient consented.
8.
Walking home in
the rain without an umbrella.
Answer: F (Fragment)
Reason: No
subject or main verb. A participial phrase only.
Fix: The CNA
was walking home in the rain without an umbrella.
9.
She took notes
during the lecture they helped her study.
Answer: RO (Run-on — fused)
Reason: Two
independent clauses with no punctuation or conjunction.
Fix: She took
notes during the lecture; they helped her study.
10. The unit clerk answered calls and organized charts
efficiently.
Answer: C (Correct)
Reason: One
subject (unit clerk) with two verbs (answered, organized). No extra independent
clause.
11. Since the clinic closes at 5 PM.
Answer: F (Fragment)
Reason: “Since”
makes it a dependent clause. What happens because of that?
Fix: Since the
clinic closes at 5 PM, all patients must arrive by 4:30.
12. Blood pressure was elevated, but no other symptoms
appeared.
Answer: C (Correct)
Reason: Two
independent clauses joined by comma + but.
13. The team finished documentation early leaving nothing
for the next shift.
Answer: RO (Run-on — fused)
Reason:
“Leaving” is not a proper connector. Two ideas squashed together.
Fix: The team
finished documentation early, leaving nothing for the next shift. or The team
finished documentation early, so they left nothing for the next shift.
14. To achieve a high score on the TEAS.
Answer: F (Fragment)
Reason:
Infinitive phrase with no main clause.
Fix: To achieve
a high score on the TEAS, you must study sentence structure.
15. He administered the injection then he disposed of the
needle safely.
Answer: RO (Run-on — fused)
Reason: “Then”
is not a conjunction. Missing comma or semicolon before then.
Fix: He administered
the injection, and then he disposed of the needle safely.
16. During the night shift, the emergency room was quiet.
Answer: C (Correct)
Reason:
Introductory phrase followed by main clause. Complete.
17. The pharmacy sent the wrong dosage, the nurse caught the
error.
Answer: RO (Run-on — comma splice)
Reason: Two
independent clauses joined only by a comma.
Fix: The
pharmacy sent the wrong dosage, but the nurse caught the error.
18. After finishing the patient assessment.
Answer: F (Fragment)
Reason:
Prepositional/participial phrase with no main clause.
Fix: After
finishing the patient assessment, the nurse updated the chart.
19. The nurse documented the findings the physician
reviewed them.
Answer: RO (Run-on — fused)
Reason: No
punctuation between two independent clauses.
Fix: The nurse
documented the findings, and the physician reviewed them.
20. She prepared the IV line carefully.
Answer: C (Correct)
Reason: Subject
(She), verb (prepared), complete thought.
Part 2: Correcting Run-ons —
Questions 21–30
21. The lab called with results the doctor reviewed them.
Correct answer: b) The lab called with results; the doctor reviewed them.
Why b is
correct: Semicolon correctly separates two independent clauses without a
conjunction.
Why others
wrong:
a) Comma splice
(only comma).
c) Same as original (fused).
d) “Because” changes meaning (cause-effect not intended).
22. He forgot to wash his hands he contaminated the sample.
Correct answer: b) He forgot to wash his hands, so he contaminated the sample.
Why b is
correct: Comma + so (coordinating conjunction) fixes run-on.
Why others
wrong:
a) Comma splice.
c) Missing subject before “contaminated.”
d) Changes meaning.
23. She is a trained phlebotomist she draws blood daily.
Correct answer: b) She is a trained phlebotomist; therefore, she draws blood
daily.
Why b is
correct: Semicolon + conjunctive adverb.
Why others
wrong:
a) Comma splice.
c) Incomplete structure.
d) Illogical cause-effect.
24. The patient complained of pain the nurse gave
medication.
Correct answer: c) When the patient complained of pain, the nurse gave
medication.
Why c is
correct: Subordinating conjunction fixes run-on.
Why others
wrong:
a) Comma splice.
b) Incorrect structure for TEAS standard.
d) Missing subject.
25. Oxygen saturation dropped to 88% the respiratory
therapist was called.
Correct answer: c) Because oxygen saturation dropped to 88%, the respiratory
therapist was called.
Why c is
correct: Correct subordination.
Why others
wrong:
a) Comma splice.
b) Fused.
d) Incorrect punctuation.
26. She reviewed the chart carefully she noticed a
discrepancy.
Correct answer: b) She reviewed the chart carefully; she noticed a discrepancy.
Why b is
correct: Semicolon joins independent clauses.
27. The code blue was called everyone rushed to room 4.
Correct answer: d) The code blue was called, and everyone rushed to room 4.
Why d is
correct: Comma + and corrects run-on.
28. Insulin must be refrigerated it will lose potency.
Correct answer: b) Insulin must be refrigerated or it will lose potency.
(Note: Ideal
TEAS form would include comma before “or”, but b is best option provided.)
29. He passed the TEAS Reading section he failed the Math
section.
Correct answer: b) He passed the TEAS Reading section; however, he failed the
Math section.
Why b is
correct: Semicolon + conjunctive adverb shows contrast.
30. The wound was clean there was no sign of infection.
Correct answer: c) The wound was clean, and there was no sign of infection.
Part 3: Correcting Fragments —
Questions 31–40
31. Because the lab was understaffed.
Correct answer: c) Because the lab was understaffed, the results were delayed.
32. Walking through the long hospital corridor at midnight.
Correct answer: b) The nurse was walking through the long hospital corridor at
midnight.
33. Such as glucose, potassium, and sodium levels.
Correct answer: b) The metabolic panel includes such analytes as glucose,
potassium, and sodium levels.
34. To prevent the spread of infection.
Correct answer: b) To prevent the spread of infection, healthcare workers must
wash their hands.
35. Although the patient denied having chest pain.
Correct answer: a) Although the patient denied having chest pain, the ECG showed
ischemia.
36. After the surgical team completed the procedure.
Correct answer: a) After the surgical team completed the procedure, they moved
the patient to recovery.
37. For example, taking vital signs every four hours.
Correct answer: a) For example, taking vital signs every four hours is a
nursing responsibility.
38. That the medication dosage was too high.
Correct answer: b) The doctor realized that the medication dosage was too high.
39. Unless the patient provides written consent.
Correct answer: a) Unless the patient provides written consent, the procedure
cannot be performed.
40. A highly contagious respiratory virus.
Correct answer: b) COVID-19 is a highly contagious respiratory virus.
Part 4: Mixed Review — Questions 41–50
41. Because the patient was allergic to penicillin, the
doctor prescribed azithromycin.
Answer: c (Correct)
42. The nurse administered the vaccine the patient felt a
slight sting.
Answer: b (Run-on — fused)
43. While checking the infusion pump for air bubbles.
Answer: a (Fragment)
44. The unit is short-staffed, so the nurses are working
double shifts.
Answer: c (Correct)
45. She charted the intake and output, she forgot to
initial the form.
Answer: b (Run-on — comma splice)
46. After the central line dressing was changed.
Answer: a (Fragment)
47. The pharmacy delivered the antibiotics at 0900 the
first dose was given at 1000.
Answer: b (Run-on — fused)
48. Patients with diabetes must monitor their blood
glucose regularly, and they should follow a balanced diet.
Answer: c (Correct)
49. To calculate the correct drip rate for the IV infusion.
Answer: a (Fragment)
50. The chest x-ray was normal, the patient was discharged
home.
Answer: b (Run-on — comma splice)
📘 Part 1: ATI TEAS Version 7
Sentence Structure Practice (1–50)
Questions 1–50
1. Which of the
following is a sentence fragment?
A) The nurse completed the intake form.
B) Because the patient was allergic to sulfa drugs.
C) After the medication was administered, the patient slept.
D) The lab results arrived late, so the doctor waited.
2. Which of the
following is a run-on sentence?
A) The technician calibrated the machine it
worked properly.
B) Although the machine was old, it functioned well.
C) The doctor reviewed the chart, and the nurse prepared the consent form.
D) After the shift ended, the staff went home.
3. Choose the correctly
written sentence.
A) Walking through the emergency department.
B) Because the patient had a fever.
C) The patient had a fever, so the nurse administered acetaminophen.
D) The patient had a fever the nurse administered acetaminophen.
4. Which sentence is
correct?
A) The unit clerk answered phones, she
scheduled appointments.
B) The unit clerk answered phones and scheduled appointments.
C) The unit clerk answered phones she scheduled appointments.
D) Because the unit clerk answered phones.
5. Identify the fragment.
A) The phlebotomist drew blood, and the lab
processed it.
B) For example, checking blood pressure every hour.
C) The patient recovered quickly after surgery.
D) The team finished early; they left at 3 PM.
6. Which is a run-on?
A) The patient was anxious the nurse stayed
with her.
B) The patient was anxious, so the nurse stayed with her.
C) Because the patient was anxious, the nurse stayed with her.
D) The patient was anxious; therefore, the nurse stayed with her.
7. Choose the
sentence that is NOT a fragment.
A) While the nurse prepared the IV.
B) Such as diabetes, hypertension, and asthma.
C) To reduce the risk of infection.
D) The surgeon explained the risks.
8.
Which option corrects this run-on: She took
the TEAS exam she passed it.
A) She took the TEAS exam, she passed it.
B) She took the TEAS exam; she passed it.
C) She took the TEAS exam passed it.
D) Because she took the TEAS exam she passed it.
9. Which sentence
contains a comma splice?
A) The patient complained of nausea, the nurse
gave antiemetics.
B) The patient complained of nausea, so the nurse gave antiemetics.
C) When the patient complained of nausea, the nurse gave antiemetics.
D) The patient complained of nausea; the nurse gave antiemetics.
10. Choose the
correct sentence.
A) Running a high fever for three days.
B) The child was running a high fever for three days, the pediatrician was
notified.
C) Because the child was running a high fever for three days.
D) The child was running a high fever for three days, so the pediatrician was
notified.
11. Which of the
following is a fragment?
A) The medication was discontinued due to side
effects.
B) Although the medication was effective.
C) The medication was effective, but it caused side effects.
D) The medication was discontinued; however, the side effects persisted.
12. Identify the
run-on.
A) The nurse washed her hands she put on
gloves.
B) The nurse washed her hands, and she put on gloves.
C) After the nurse washed her hands, she put on gloves.
D) The nurse washed her hands; then she put on gloves.
13. Choose the
correctly written sentence.
A) Because the lab called with critical
results.
B) The lab called with critical results the doctor reviewed them.
C) The lab called with critical results, and the doctor reviewed them.
D) The lab called with critical results, the doctor reviewed them.
14.
Which option fixes the fragment: To prevent
medication errors.
A) To prevent medication errors. The nurse
checked the label twice.
B) The nurse checked the label twice to prevent medication errors.
C) To prevent medication errors checking the label twice.
D) Prevent medication errors the nurse checked the label twice.
15. Which is a run-on?
A) Oxygen saturation dropped, the alarm
sounded.
B) When oxygen saturation dropped, the alarm sounded.
C) Oxygen saturation dropped, so the alarm sounded.
D) Oxygen saturation dropped; therefore, the alarm sounded.
16. Choose the correct
sentence.
A) The patient refused blood work.
B) The patient refused blood work, the doctor documented it.
C) The patient refused blood work the doctor documented it.
D) Because the patient refused blood work.
17. Identify the
fragment.
A) The wound was red and swollen.
B) For instance, redness, swelling, and warmth.
C) The wound showed signs of infection.
D) The doctor ordered a wound culture.
18.
Which corrects this run-on: He forgot to
document the intake he remembered later.
A) He forgot to document the intake, he
remembered later.
B) He forgot to document the intake, but he remembered later.
C) He forgot to document the intake remembered later.
D) Because he forgot to document the intake he remembered later.
19. Which sentence is
correct?
A) Walking to the patient’s room with the
medication cart.
B) The nurse walked to the patient’s room with the medication cart.
C) While walking to the patient’s room with the medication cart.
D) To walk to the patient’s room with the medication cart.
20. Which is a comma
splice?
A) The ECG showed normal sinus rhythm, the
patient was stable.
B) The ECG showed normal sinus rhythm; the patient was stable.
C) The ECG showed normal sinus rhythm, and the patient was stable.
D) Because the ECG showed normal sinus rhythm, the patient was stable.
21. Choose the fragment.
A) The nursing student studied all night for
the TEAS.
B) For example, anatomy, grammar, and math.
C) She passed the reading section but failed the math section.
D) The exam was difficult, yet she passed.
22. Identify the
run-on.
A) The patient was transferred to the ICU at 3
AM.
B) The patient was transferred to the ICU at 3 AM the nurse gave report.
C) After the patient was transferred to the ICU at 3 AM, the nurse gave report.
D) The patient was transferred to the ICU at 3 AM, so the nurse gave report.
23. Which sentence is
correct?
A) Because the IV infiltrated.
B) The IV infiltrated the nurse restarted it.
C) The IV infiltrated, so the nurse restarted it.
D) The IV infiltrated, the nurse restarted it.
24.
Which option fixes the fragment: Such as
furosemide, metoprolol, and lisinopril.
A) Such as furosemide, metoprolol, and
lisinopril the patient takes.
B) The patient takes several medications, such as furosemide, metoprolol, and
lisinopril.
C) Such as furosemide, metoprolol, and lisinopril daily.
D) Furosemide, metoprolol, and lisinopril such as.
25. Which is a run-on?
A) The nurse assessed the patient she
documented her findings.
B) The nurse assessed the patient, and she documented her findings.
C) The nurse assessed the patient; then she documented her findings.
D) After the nurse assessed the patient, she documented her findings.
26. Choose the correct
sentence.
A) While the pharmacy prepared the antibiotic.
B) The pharmacy prepared the antibiotic, the nurse administered it.
C) The pharmacy prepared the antibiotic, and the nurse administered it.
D) The pharmacy prepared the antibiotic the nurse administered it.
27. Identify the
fragment.
A) The dietitian reviewed the patient’s
nutritional needs.
B) Because the patient had difficulty swallowing.
C) The speech therapist recommended a swallowing study.
D) The patient’s family requested a consult.
28.
Which corrects this run-on: She is a licensed
practical nurse she is applying to nursing school.
A) She is a licensed practical nurse, she is
applying to nursing school.
B) She is a licensed practical nurse; therefore, she is applying to nursing
school.
C) She is a licensed practical nurse is applying to nursing school.
D) Because she is a licensed practical nurse she is applying to nursing school.
29. Which sentence is
correct?
A) To check the patency of the IV line.
B) The nurse flushed the IV line to check its patency.
C) Flushing the IV line to check its patency.
D) While flushing the IV line to check its patency.
30. Which is a comma
splice?
A) The patient’s blood pressure was low, the
nurse notified the provider.
B) The patient’s blood pressure was low, so the nurse notified the provider.
C) Because the patient’s blood pressure was low, the nurse notified the
provider.
D) The patient’s blood pressure was low; therefore, the nurse notified the
provider.
31 Choose the fragment.
A) The nursing assistant took vital signs every four hours.
B) For example, temperature, pulse, and respirations.
C) Vital signs were stable throughout the shift.
D) The nurse documented the vital signs in the electronic record.
32 Identify the run-on.
A) The lab reported elevated potassium the doctor ordered treatment.
B) The lab reported elevated potassium, so the doctor ordered treatment.
C) After the lab reported elevated potassium, the doctor ordered treatment.
D) The lab reported elevated potassium; therefore, the doctor ordered
treatment.
33 Which sentence is correct?
A) Although the patient was NPO.
B) The patient was NPO the nurse documented it.
C) The patient was NPO, the nurse documented it.
D) The patient was NPO, so the nurse documented it.
34 Which option fixes the fragment Since the medication was discontinued.
A) Since the medication was discontinued. The patient’s symptoms returned.
B) The medication was discontinued since.
C) Since the medication was discontinued, the patient’s symptoms returned.
D) Discontinued since the medication was.
35 Which is a run-on?
A) The charge nurse made the assignment the staff accepted it.
B) The charge nurse made the assignment, and the staff accepted it.
C) After the charge nurse made the assignment, the staff accepted it.
D) The charge nurse made the assignment; the staff accepted it.
36 Choose the correct sentence.
A) To calculate the BMI accurately.
B) The nurse calculated the BMI accurately the result was 26.
C) The nurse calculated the BMI accurately, and the result was 26.
D) The nurse calculated the BMI accurately, the result was 26.
37 Identify the fragment.
A) The patient was discharged home with oral antibiotics.
B) Because home health services were arranged.
C) The family received discharge instructions.
D) The nurse scheduled a follow-up appointment.
38 Which corrects this run-on: The code team arrived they started CPR.
A) The code team arrived, they started CPR.
B) The code team arrived and started CPR.
C) The code team arrived started CPR.
D) Because the code team arrived they started CPR.
39 Which sentence is correct?
A) While monitoring the telemetry strip.
B) The nurse monitored the telemetry strip it showed normal sinus rhythm.
C) The nurse monitored the telemetry strip, and it showed normal sinus rhythm.
D) The nurse monitored the telemetry strip, it showed normal sinus rhythm.
40. Which is a comma splice?
A) The patient requested pain medication, the nurse assessed the pain level.
B) The patient requested pain medication, so the nurse assessed the pain level.
C) When the patient requested pain medication, the nurse assessed the pain
level.
D) The patient requested pain medication; therefore, the nurse assessed the
pain level.
41 Choose the fragment.
A) The respiratory therapist administered the breathing treatment.
B) For instance, albuterol and ipratropium.
C) The patient’s wheezing improved after the treatment.
D) The doctor ordered another treatment in four hours.
42 Identify the run-on.
A) The nurse reviewed the allergies the medication was safe.
B) The nurse reviewed the allergies, so the medication was safe.
C) Before the nurse reviewed the allergies, the medication was held.
D) The nurse reviewed the allergies; therefore, the medication was safe.
43 Which sentence is correct?
A) Unless the patient signs the consent form.
B) The patient signs the consent form the surgery will proceed.
C) The patient signs the consent form, the surgery will proceed.
D) The surgery will proceed only if the patient signs the consent form.
44 Which option fixes the fragment That the wound culture grew MRSA.
A) That the wound culture grew MRSA the doctor changed antibiotics.
B) The doctor learned that the wound culture grew MRSA.
C) The wound culture grew MRSA that.
D) Grew MRSA that the wound culture.
45 Which is a run-on?
A) The insulin was given the blood glucose dropped.
B) After the insulin was given, the blood glucose dropped.
C) The insulin was given, so the blood glucose dropped.
D) The insulin was given; consequently, the blood glucose dropped.
46 Choose the correct sentence.
A) Because the central line dressing was changed.
B) The central line dressing was changed the site was clean.
C) The central line dressing was changed, and the site was clean.
D) The central line dressing was changed, the site was clean.
47 Identify the fragment.
A) The nurse wore a mask and face shield.
B) For example, standard precautions.
C) The patient was placed on contact precautions.
D) The infection control nurse visited the room.
48 Which corrects this run-on: She passed the TEAS math she struggled with reading.
A) She passed the TEAS math, she struggled with reading.
B) She passed the TEAS math; however, she struggled with reading.
C) She passed the TEAS math struggled with reading.
D) Because she passed the TEAS math she struggled with reading.
49 Which sentence is correct?
A) To monitor for signs of anaphylaxis.
B) The nurse monitored the patient for signs of anaphylaxis the patient
remained stable.
C) The nurse monitored the patient for signs of anaphylaxis, and the patient
remained stable.
D) The nurse monitored the patient for signs of anaphylaxis, the patient
remained stable.
50 Which is a fragment?
A) The patient was placed on a cardiac monitor.
B) While the telemetry technician observed the rhythm.
C) The rhythm showed occasional PVCs.
D) The cardiologist was notified of the findings.
same format and style as requested:
1.
Which of the following is a sentence fragment?
Answer: B – Because the patient was
allergic to sulfa drugs.
Reason: Begins with subordinating
conjunction “Because,” creating a dependent clause. It has a subject and verb
but does not express a complete thought (leaves you asking “what happened?”).
A: Complete sentence. C: Correct
complex sentence. D: Correct compound sentence (comma + so).
2.
Which of the following is a run-on sentence?
Answer: A – The technician
calibrated the machine it worked properly.
Reason: Two independent clauses
joined with no punctuation or conjunction (fused sentence).
B, C, D are correctly punctuated.
3.
Choose the correctly written sentence.
Answer: C – The patient had a fever,
so the nurse administered acetaminophen.
Reason: Comma + coordinating
conjunction (so) correctly joins two independent clauses.
A & B: Fragments. D: Fused
run-on (missing comma and so).
4.
Which sentence is correct?
Answer: B – The unit clerk answered
phones and scheduled appointments.
Reason: One subject with a compound
verb (answered, scheduled) – no extra clause.
A: Comma splice. C: Fused run-on. D:
Fragment (dependent clause only).
5.
Identify the fragment.
Answer: B – For example, checking
blood pressure every hour.
Reason: A phrase beginning with “For
example” + a gerund phrase – no main verb or complete thought.
A, C, D are complete sentences.
6.
Which is a run-on?
Answer: A – The patient was anxious
the nurse stayed with her.
Reason: Two independent clauses
fused without punctuation.
B, C, D are correct (comma+so,
subordination, semicolon+therefore).
7.
Choose the sentence that is NOT a fragment.
Answer: D – The surgeon explained
the risks.
Reason: Complete sentence (subject
surgeon, verb explained, object).
A, B, C are fragments (dependent
clause, phrase, infinitive phrase).
8.
Which option corrects this run-on: She took the TEAS exam she passed it.
Answer: B – She took the TEAS exam;
she passed it.
Reason: Semicolon correctly
separates two independent clauses.
A: Comma splice. C: Still fused
(missing subject/verb separation). D: Illogical “Because” (cause-effect not
intended).
9.
Which sentence contains a comma splice?
Answer: A – The patient complained
of nausea, the nurse gave antiemetics.
Reason: Two independent clauses
joined only by a comma.
B, C, D are correct.
10.
Choose the correct sentence.
Answer: D – The child was running a
high fever for three days, so the pediatrician was notified.
Reason: Comma + so correctly joins
two independent clauses.
A: Fragment. B: Comma splice. C:
Fragment.
11.
Which of the following is a fragment?
Answer: B – Although the medication
was effective.
Reason: “Although” creates a
dependent clause with no main clause.
A, C, D are complete sentences.
12.
Identify the run-on.
Answer: A – The nurse washed her
hands she put on gloves.
Reason: Fused sentence (no
punctuation between two independent clauses).
B, C, D are correct.
13.
Choose the correctly written sentence.
Answer: C – The lab called with
critical results, and the doctor reviewed them.
Reason: Comma + and correctly joins
two independent clauses.
A: Fragment. B: Fused run-on. D:
Comma splice.
14.
Which option fixes the fragment: To prevent medication errors.
Answer: B – The nurse checked the
label twice to prevent medication errors.
Reason: Incorporates the infinitive
phrase into a complete sentence.
A: Still fragments. C: Fragment. D:
Missing structure.
15.
Which is a run-on?
Answer: A – Oxygen saturation
dropped, the alarm sounded.
Reason: Comma splice (two
independent clauses joined only by comma).
B, C, D are correct.
16.
Choose the correct sentence.
Answer: A – The patient refused
blood work.
Reason: Simple, complete sentence.
B: Comma splice. C: Fused run-on. D:
Fragment.
17.
Identify the fragment.
Answer: B – For instance, redness,
swelling, and warmth.
Reason: Noun phrase with no verb.
A, C, D are complete sentences.
18.
Which corrects this run-on: He forgot to document the intake he remembered
later.
Answer: B – He forgot to document
the intake, but he remembered later.
Reason: Comma + but correctly joins
contrasting independent clauses.
A: Comma splice. C: Fused run-on. D:
Illogical cause-effect.
19.
Which sentence is correct?
Answer: B – The nurse walked to the
patient’s room with the medication cart.
Reason: Complete sentence (subject +
verb).
A, C, D are fragments.
20.
Which is a comma splice?
Answer: A – The ECG showed normal
sinus rhythm, the patient was stable.
Reason: Two independent clauses
joined only by a comma.
B: Correct. C: Correct. D: Correct.
21.
Choose the fragment.
Answer: B – For example, anatomy,
grammar, and math.
Reason: Phrase with no verb.
A, C, D are complete sentences.
22.
Identify the run-on.
Answer: B – The patient was
transferred to the ICU at 3 AM the nurse gave report.
Reason: Fused sentence (no
punctuation).
A, C, D are correct.
23.
Which sentence is correct?
Answer: C – The IV infiltrated, so
the nurse restarted it.
Reason: Comma + so correctly joins
clauses.
A: Fragment. B: Fused run-on. D:
Comma splice.
24.
Which option fixes the fragment: Such as furosemide, metoprolol, and
lisinopril.
Answer: B – The patient takes
several medications, such as furosemide, metoprolol, and lisinopril.
Reason: Attaches phrase to a
complete sentence.
A, C, D are fragments or incorrect
structure.
25.
Which is a run-on?
Answer: A – The nurse assessed the
patient she documented her findings.
Reason: Fused sentence.
B, C, D are correct.
26.
Choose the correct sentence.
Answer: C – The pharmacy prepared
the antibiotic, and the nurse administered it.
Reason: Comma + and correctly joins
independent clauses.
A: Fragment. B: Comma splice. D:
Fused run-on.
27.
Identify the fragment.
Answer: B – Because the patient had
difficulty swallowing.
Reason: Dependent clause with no
main clause.
A, C, D are complete sentences.
28.
Which corrects this run-on: She is a licensed practical nurse she is applying
to nursing school.
Answer: B – She is a licensed
practical nurse; therefore, she is applying to nursing school.
Reason: Semicolon + conjunctive
adverb correctly fixes run-on.
A: Comma splice. C: Fused run-on. D:
Illogical cause.
29.
Which sentence is correct?
Answer: B – The nurse flushed the IV
line to check its patency.
Reason: Complete sentence.
A, C, D are fragments.
30.
Which is a comma splice?
Answer: A – The patient’s blood
pressure was low, the nurse notified the provider.
Reason: Two independent clauses
joined only by comma.
B, C, D are correct.
31.
Choose the fragment.
Answer: B – For example,
temperature, pulse, and respirations.
Reason: Phrase with no verb.
A, C, D are complete sentences.
32.
Identify the run-on.
Answer: A – The lab reported
elevated potassium the doctor ordered treatment.
Reason: Fused sentence.
B, C, D are correct.
33.
Which sentence is correct?
Answer: D – The patient was NPO, so
the nurse documented it.
Reason: Comma + so correctly joins
clauses.
A: Fragment. B: Fused run-on. C:
Comma splice.
34.
Which option fixes the fragment: Since the medication was discontinued.
Answer: C – Since the medication was
discontinued, the patient’s symptoms returned.
Reason: Adds main clause to complete
thought.
A: Fragment. B, D: incorrect
structure.
35.
Which is a run-on?
Answer: A – The charge nurse made
the assignment the staff accepted it.
Reason: Fused sentence.
B, C, D are correct.
36.
Choose the correct sentence.
Answer: C – The nurse calculated the
BMI accurately, and the result was 26.
Reason: Comma + and correctly joins
clauses.
A: Fragment. B: Fused run-on. D:
Comma splice.
37.
Identify the fragment.
Answer: B – Because home health
services were arranged.
Reason: Dependent clause only.
A, C, D are complete sentences.
38.
Which corrects this run-on: The code team arrived they started CPR.
Answer: B – The code team arrived
and started CPR.
Reason: Converts into compound verb.
A: Comma splice. C: Fused run-on. D:
Illogical.
39.
Which sentence is correct?
Answer: C – The nurse monitored the
telemetry strip, and it showed normal sinus rhythm.
Reason: Comma + and correctly joins
clauses.
A: Fragment. B: Fused run-on. D:
Comma splice.
40.
Which is a comma splice?
Answer: A – The patient requested
pain medication, the nurse assessed the pain level.
Reason: Two independent clauses
joined only by comma.
B, C, D are correct.
41.
Choose the fragment.
Answer: B – For instance, albuterol
and ipratropium.
Reason: Phrase with no verb.
A, C, D are complete sentences.
42.
Identify the run-on.
Answer: A – The nurse reviewed the
allergies the medication was safe.
Reason: Fused sentence.
B, C, D are correct.
43.
Which sentence is correct?
Answer: D – The surgery will proceed
only if the patient signs the consent form.
Reason: Complete complex sentence.
A: Fragment. B: Fused run-on. C:
Comma splice.
44.
Which option fixes the fragment: That the wound culture grew MRSA.
Answer: B – The doctor learned that
the wound culture grew MRSA.
Reason: Creates complete sentence
with “that” clause.
A, C, D are incorrect.
45.
Which is a run-on?
Answer: A – The insulin was given
the blood glucose dropped.
Reason: Fused sentence.
B, C, D are correct.
46.
Choose the correct sentence.
Answer: C – The central line
dressing was changed, and the site was clean.
Reason: Comma + and correctly joins
clauses.
A: Fragment. B: Fused run-on. D:
Comma splice.
47.
Identify the fragment.
Answer: B – For example, standard
precautions.
Reason: Phrase with no verb.
A, C, D are complete sentences.
48.
Which corrects this run-on: She passed the TEAS math she struggled with
reading.
Answer: B – She passed the TEAS
math; however, she struggled with reading.
Reason: Semicolon + however
correctly fixes run-on.
A: Comma splice. C: Fused run-on. D:
Illogical cause.
49.
Which sentence is correct?
Answer: C – The nurse monitored the
patient for signs of anaphylaxis, and the patient remained stable.
Reason: Comma + and correctly joins
clauses.
A: Fragment. B: Fused run-on. D:
Comma splice.
50.
Which is a fragment?
Answer: B – While the telemetry
technician observed the rhythm.
Reason: Dependent clause beginning
with “While” with no main clause.
A, C, D are complete sentences.
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