Mock Test ATI TEAS Version 7 TEAS 7 Practice: Reading & Grammar (100 Questions)

 Mock Test ATI TEAS Version 7 

TEAS 7 Practice: Reading & Grammar (100 Questions)

Questions 1–20: Reading (Key Ideas & Details)

1.

A patient information sheet states: "Wash the affected area with soap and water twice daily. Apply a thin layer of ointment. Avoid direct sunlight on the area." What should the patient do if the area is exposed to sunlight?

A. Apply extra ointment
B. Wash immediately with soap and water
C. Avoid direct sunlight on the area
D. Cover the area with a bandage

2.

Which of the following is a factual statement rather than an opinion?

A. The best treatment for a cold is rest and fluids.
B. Nurses are more compassionate than doctors.
C. The human heart has four chambers.
D. Everyone should exercise daily.

3.

Read the passage: "The patient was instructed to fast for 12 hours prior to the blood draw. Upon arrival, the phlebotomist confirmed the fasting status. The patient admitted to drinking black coffee. The test was rescheduled." What caused the rescheduling?

A. The patient arrived late
B. The phlebotomist was unavailable
C. The patient drank black coffee
D. The lab was closed

4.

Which of the following is an example of a primary source?

A. A textbook chapter on the history of nursing
B. A research article describing a new clinical trial
C. A diary written by a nurse during a pandemic
D. A hospital policy summary updated last year

5.

The heading of a passage reads: "Preventing Medication Errors in Geriatric Patients." What would the reader most expect to find in this passage?

A. A list of common medication names
B. Strategies to reduce drug mistakes in elderly patients
C. A history of drug regulation
D. The cost of various medications

6.

Which sentence would most likely be found in a procedural text?

A. Many patients find the process intimidating at first.
B. First, verify the patient's identity using two identifiers.
C. The importance of hand hygiene cannot be overstated.
D. Empathy is a key component of patient care.

7.

A passage states: "Unlike bacterial infections, viral infections do not respond to antibiotics." What conclusion can be drawn?

A. Antibiotics should never be prescribed.
B. Viral infections are more dangerous.
C. Antibiotics are ineffective against viruses.
D. Viral infections require stronger medication.

8.

Which of the following is a logical inference?

Fact: The patient's white blood cell count is elevated.

A. The patient definitely has cancer.
B. The patient has an infection or inflammation.
C. The patient needs a blood transfusion.
D. The patient is dehydrated.

9.

In a passage about HIPAA, the author writes, "Without strict privacy laws, patients might avoid seeking care." This is an example of:

A. A fact
B. A prediction or consequence
C. A direct quotation
D. A statistical finding

10.

Which of the following best summarizes the main idea of a passage titled "The Role of pH in Wound Healing"?

A. Wounds require different treatments based on their location.
B. The pH level of a wound affects how quickly it heals.
C. Doctors prefer alkaline wound environments.
D. pH is only relevant in digestive health.

11.

A patient instruction sheet lists:

1.      Remove old dressing.

2.      Clean wound with saline.

3.      Apply new dressing.

4.      Wash hands.

Which step is likely out of order?

A. Step 1
B. Step 2
C. Step 3
D. Step 4

12.

Which of the following is an opinion disguised as a fact?

A. Blood pressure is measured in millimeters of mercury.
B. The average adult heart rate is 60–100 bpm.
C. Acetaminophen is the safest pain reliever available.
D. Insulin is used to treat diabetes.

13.

Read the sentence from a passage: "The lab results were inconclusive, necessitating a repeat test." What does "inconclusive" mean?

A. Highly accurate
B. Not leading to a clear result
C. Dangerous
D. Positive for disease

14.

Which source would be most reliable for evidence-based practice on wound care?

A. A blog written by a patient
B. A peer-reviewed nursing journal
C. A commercial website selling bandages
D. A celebrity's health advice column

15.

A passage describes a study: 100 patients with hypertension were given either a new drug or a placebo. Which question would best evaluate the study's validity?

A. Were the patients randomly assigned to groups?
B. How much did the drug cost?
C. Were the patients all the same age?
D. Who funded the study?

16.

Which of the following is a correctly stated main idea?

A. The author talked about many things like symptoms, causes, and treatments.
B. This passage is about diabetes.
C. Early detection of diabetic retinopathy prevents vision loss.
D. I think this passage was informative.

17.

A text states: "Hemoglobin carries oxygen; myoglobin stores oxygen." The organizational pattern is:

A. Compare and contrast
B. Chronological order
C. Problem and solution
D. Cause and effect

18.

Which of the following would most likely be found in a memo to hospital staff?

A. A poem about healing
B. Personal opinions about management
C. Clear instructions about new safety protocols
D. Advertisements for medical equipment

19.

A patient's after-visit summary says: "Follow up in 2 weeks or sooner if fever develops." What should the patient do if they develop a fever after 3 days?

A. Wait for the scheduled appointment
B. Ignore the fever
C. Call the office sooner than 2 weeks
D. Go to the pharmacy

20.

Which transition word best shows contrast?

A. Therefore
B. Similarly
C. However
D. Furthermore

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Questions 21–40: Grammar (Conventions of Standard English)

21.

Which sentence is grammatically correct?

A. The nurse asked the patient to lay down on the table.
B. The patient lied the book on the counter.
C. Please lie the supplies on the tray.
D. The patient was told to lie still during the procedure.

22.

Which sentence uses the correct pronoun?

A. Each of the nurses must bring their own stethoscope.
B. Everyone should take his or her break by noon.
C. The team gave their opinion to the doctor.
D. Neither of the patients have their chart ready.

23.

Choose the correctly punctuated sentence:

A. The doctors orders were clear take two pills daily.
B. The doctor's orders were clear: take two pills daily.
C. The doctors' orders were clear, take two pills daily.
D. The doctors orders were clear; take two pills daily.

24.

Which sentence is free of spelling errors?

A. The medication had a noticable effect on his blood pressure.
B. It is necessary to maintain a seperate log for narcotics.
C. The patient experienced temporary relief after the treatment.
D. The nurse recieved an award for outstanding care.

25.

Which verb tense is used in the sentence: "The patient has reported feeling dizzy since yesterday."

A. Simple past
B. Present perfect
C. Past perfect
D. Future tense

26.

Which sentence is in passive voice?

A. The surgeon performed the operation successfully.
B. The nurse administered the vaccine.
C. The medication was prescribed by the doctor.
D. The patient completed the form.

27.

Choose the correct word:

The new policy will _____ everyone in the department.

A. effect
B. affect
C. impact
D. A and B

28.

Which sentence has a subject-verb agreement error?

A. The box of gloves is on the shelf.
B. The collection of samples takes two hours.
C. The list of symptoms includes fever and fatigue.
D. The group of students are studying for the exam.

29.

Which sentence uses the semicolon correctly?

A. The patient was tired; however, he stayed awake.
B. The patient was tired, however; he stayed awake.
C. The patient was tired however; he stayed awake.
D. The patient was tired; he stayed awake however.

30.

Identify the adverb in this sentence: "The patient breathed deeply during the examination."

A. patient
B. breathed
C. deeply
D. examination

31.

Which sentence is correct?

A. Whose stethoscope is this?
B. Who's stethoscope is this?
C. Whose the stethoscope belongs to?
D. Who's stethoscope belongs here?

32.

Which sentence uses proper capitalization?

A. The patient was referred to Dr. Jones for Cardiology.
B. The patient was referred to Dr. Jones for cardiology.
C. The Patient was referred to dr. Jones for Cardiology.
D. The patient was referred to D.R. Jones for cardiology.

33.

Choose the correctly spelled word:

A. occured
B. ocurred
C. occurred
D. ocured

34.

Which sentence contains a dangling modifier?

A. After studying all night, the exam seemed easy.
B. While walking to work, I saw an accident.
C. Having finished the report, she submitted it.
D. Tired from the shift, the nurse sat down.

35.

Select the sentence that uses parallel structure:

A. She likes to read, jogging, and to swim.
B. She likes reading, to jog, and swimming.
C. She likes reading, jogging, and swimming.
D. She likes to read, jog, and swimming.

36.

Which word is the direct object?

"The nurse checked the patient's wound."

A. nurse
B. checked
C. patient's
D. wound

37.

Choose the correct form:

Neither the nurse nor the aide _____ available for overtime.

A. is
B. are
C. were
D. have been

38.

Which sentence uses the apostrophe correctly?

A. The patients vitals were stable.
B. The patient's vitals were stable.
C. The patients' vitals was stable.
D. The patient's vitals' were stable.

39.

Identify the complete subject:

"All of the surgical instruments must be sterilized."

A. instruments
B. surgical instruments
C. All of the surgical instruments
D. must be sterilized

40.

Which sentence is a run-on?

A. The patient arrived late the clinic was closed.
B. The patient arrived late, so the clinic was closed.
C. Because the patient arrived late, the clinic was closed.
D. The patient arrived late; therefore, the clinic was closed.

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Questions 41–60: Reading (Craft & Structure / Integration of Knowledge)

41.

A passage begins: "Imagine a world where no one washed their hands before surgery." This opening is an example of:

A. A rhetorical question
B. A hypothetical scenario
C. A factual statement
D. A conclusion

42.

Which word has a negative connotation?

A. Frugal
B. Economical
C. Stingy
D. Thrifty

43.

A graph shows blood glucose levels rising sharply after meals in diabetic patients. The title is "Postprandial Glucose Response." What does "postprandial" mean?

A. Before eating
B. During exercise
C. After eating
D. Upon waking

44.

Which of the following is most likely to be a reliable source for medical information?

A. .gov
B. .com
C. .biz
D. .info

45.

In a passage, the author frequently uses phrases like "studies show," "according to research," and "data indicate." This author is relying on:

A. Emotional appeal
B. Ethical appeal (authority)
C. Personal anecdotes
D. Logical fallacies

46.

A patient handout uses bolded headings, bullet points, and simple language. This indicates the text is intended to be:

A. Entertaining
B. Persuasive
C. Accessible and instructional
D. Academic and complex

47.

Which sentence contains a euphemism?

A. The patient passed away last night.
B. The patient died at 10:00 PM.
C. The patient's heart stopped beating.
D. The patient expired.

48.

A passage states: "If the hospital invests in new monitors, then patient falls will decrease. However, the monitors are expensive." This is an example of:

A. Cause and effect with a counterpoint
B. Chronological order
C. Simple listing
D. Spatial description

49.

Which of the following is an example of a bibliography citation?

A. Smith, J. (2021). Wound Care Essentials. Nursing Press.
B. See page 45 for more details.
C. According to the article...
D. As mentioned previously.

50.

A chart shows infection rates before and after hand hygiene training. The purpose of including this chart is to:

A. Entertain the reader
B. Provide visual evidence of effectiveness
C. Increase the length of the document
D. Replace written instructions

51.

Which of the following is a valid conclusion based on the statement: "All patients with condition X had elevated enzyme Y."

A. Elevated enzyme Y causes condition X.
B. Condition X causes elevated enzyme Y.
C. There is an association between condition X and enzyme Y.
D. No patients without condition X have elevated enzyme Y.

52.

A passage uses the terms "neonate," "infant," "toddler," and "adolescent." The organizational pattern is likely:

A. Problem-solution
B. Compare-contrast
C. Sequential/age-based
D. Cause-effect

53.

Which sentence is a conclusion, not an assumption?

A. The patient was late, so they must not care.
B. Because the patient had a cough, they have pneumonia.
C. The prescription was filled yesterday, as shown in the record.
D. The patient didn't take the medication because they are non-compliant.

54.

A text states: "Mortality rates in ICUs decreased by 15% after the new protocol." This is an example of:

A. Qualitative data
B. Quantitative data
C. Anecdotal evidence
D. Expert opinion

55.

Which of the following is the best first step in evaluating a website's credibility?

A. Check the date of publication
B. Look at the design and images
C. Identify the author or organization
D. Read the comments section

56.

The tone of a passage is described as "urgent and cautionary." Which sentence best reflects that tone?

A. "Patients may wish to consider discussing options with their provider."
B. "Delaying treatment for sepsis can lead to organ failure and death within hours."
C. "There are several methods for managing chronic pain effectively."
D. "Many factors influence wound healing, including nutrition and hygiene."

57.

A diagram shows the layers of the skin with labels. This is best described as:

A. A flowchart
B. A schematic illustration
C. A pie chart
D. A timeline

58.

Which of the following is an example of a stereotype in writing?

A. "Older adults often take multiple medications."
B. "Elderly patients are always confused and difficult."
C. "Geriatric patients may require dosage adjustments."
D. "Fall risk increases with age."

59.

A passage says: "Vaccines have been proven safe and effective through decades of research. Yet, some continue to spread misinformation." The word "misinformation" suggests:

A. Accurate but unpopular facts
B. False or misleading information
C. Information from multiple sources
D. Overly technical data

60.

In a medical chart, the abbreviation "NPO" means:

A. No physical orders
B. Nothing by mouth
C. New patient overview
D. Non-prescription only

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Questions 61–80: Grammar (Knowledge of Language & Vocabulary)

61.

Which sentence is most appropriate for a nursing note?

A. The patient seemed kinda tired and out of it.
B. Patient reports feeling fatigued and drowsy.
C. The patient was like, really sleepy and stuff.
D. Patient looked tired, maybe from the meds.

62.

Which word is the closest synonym for "adverse" as in "adverse reaction"?

A. Beneficial
B. Expected
C. Harmful
D. Minor

63.

Choose the sentence that best avoids jargon for a patient handout:

A. Administer PRN for episodes of emesis.
B. Take this medication as needed for vomiting.
C. Use QID dosing for GI distress.
D. Titrate based on clinical response.

64.

Which sentence is redundant?

A. The patient was admitted to the hospital.
B. The unexpected surprise caused no harm.
C. The medication was given intravenously.
D. The results were reviewed by the team.

65.

Replace the underlined word with the most precise term:

"The patient had a bad reaction to the antibiotic."

A. negative
B. severe allergic
C. different
D. quick

66.

Which sentence uses formal language?

A. The doc thinks you're gonna be fine.
B. The physician expects a full recovery.
C. You'll probably get better real soon.
D. Don't worry, everything looks okay.

67.

Which word means "to make worse"?

A. Ameliorate
B. Exacerbate
C. Alleviate
D. Mitigate

68.

Choose the sentence with appropriate medical terminology for a report:

A. The patient's belly hurt a lot after eating.
B. The patient reported acute abdominal pain postprandially.
C. The patient said their stomach was killing them.
D. The patient had tummy troubles after lunch.

69.

Which sentence is clearest for a discharge instruction?

A. Return to the ED should fever develop or if pain becomes unbearable.
B. If you have a fever or the pain gets really bad, come back to the ER.
C. Return to the emergency department if you develop a fever or worsening pain.
D. Should you experience either pyrexia or exacerbated discomfort, please return.

70.

Identify the sentence with correct word usage:

A. The treatment had an immediate affect on her symptoms.
B. The treatment had an immediate effect on her symptoms.
C. The treatment effected her symptoms immediately.
D. The treatment affected her symptoms in an immediate way.

71.

Which sentence is most concise?

A. The reason why the patient was admitted was because of chest pain.
B. Due to the fact that the patient had chest pain, admission occurred.
C. The patient was admitted for chest pain.
D. Chest pain was the reason for which the patient was admitted.

72.

Choose the word that best completes the sentence:

The nurse provided _____ care to all patients regardless of background.

A. equitable
B. equal
C. equivalent
D. equated

73.

Which sentence contains an inappropriate shift in tense?

A. The patient walks to the bathroom and then rang for the nurse.
B. The patient walked to the bathroom and then rang for the nurse.
C. The patient walks to the bathroom and then rings for the nurse.
D. The patient walked to the bathroom and then called for help.

74.

Which word is an antonym of "acute" (as in acute pain)?

A. Severe
B. Sudden
C. Chronic
D. Intense

75.

Select the sentence that uses active voice for clarity:

A. The medication was administered by the nurse at 8 PM.
B. At 8 PM, the medication was given by the nurse.
C. The nurse administered the medication at 8 PM.
D. The medication was administered at 8 PM.

76.

Which sentence uses the hyphen correctly?

A. The patient is a 55 year old male.
B. The patient is a 55-year-old male.
C. The patient is fifty five years old.
D. The patient is 55-years-old.

77.

Choose the correct word:

The policy will have a direct _____ on staffing levels.

A. affect
B. effect
C. impacting
D. effected

78.

Which sentence uses the colon correctly?

A. The lab requires: blood, urine, and stool samples.
B. The following supplies are needed: gloves, gauze, and tape.
C. The patient: was discharged home with instructions.
D. Reasons for readmission: include infection and dehydration.

79.

Identify the prepositional phrase:

"The patient was resting in the chair near the window."

A. The patient was resting
B. in the chair near the window
C. near the window
D. was resting in

80.

Which sentence demonstrates correct use of "who" vs. "whom"?

A. Who did the doctor call?
B. Whom is on call tonight?
C. The patient who received the vaccine felt fine.
D. To who should I give the chart?

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Questions 81–100: Mixed Reading & Grammar Review

81.

Read the sentence: "The nurse, along with the technicians, (monitor/monitors) the patient's vitals every hour." Choose the correct verb.

A. monitor
B. monitors

82.

Which of the following is a simple sentence?

A. The patient was discharged, but he returned the next day.
B. After the surgery, the patient rested.
C. The patient rested.
D. The patient rested because he was tired.

83.

The passage states: "Aspirin is contraindicated in children with viral illnesses due to the risk of Reye's syndrome." The word "contraindicated" means:

A. Recommended
B. Not advised
C. Sometimes allowed
D. Required

84.

Which sentence would most likely be found in an email to a colleague?

A. Please review the attached lab results for room 204.
B. The patient's labs, which were drawn at 0800, require your attention.
C. Attached are labs. Thx.
D. RE: Labs – see attached.

85.

Identify the sentence with correct comma usage:

A. After the procedure, the patient, was moved to recovery.
B. After the procedure the patient was moved to recovery.
C. After the procedure, the patient was moved to recovery.
D. After the procedure the patient, was moved to recovery.

86.

A medication label reads: "Take one tablet PO BID." What does "PO BID" mean?

A. By mouth twice daily
B. As needed before meals
C. Intravenously every other day
D. By rectum daily

87.

Which of the following is an example of an inference?

Text: "The patient refused to make eye contact and answered in short phrases."

A. The patient is deaf.
B. The patient may be anxious or depressed.
C. The patient is angry at the nurse.
D. The patient has a speech disorder.

88.

Choose the sentence that uses "their," "there," and "they're" correctly.

A. There going to bring there own supplies.
B. They're going to bring their own supplies over there.
C. Their going to bring they're own supplies there.
D. They're going to bring there own supplies over their.

89.

A passage about pain management uses the words "opioid," "adjuvant," and "nociceptive." This suggests the audience is:

A. Patients
B. General public
C. Healthcare professionals
D. Children

90.

Which sentence is an example of the imperative mood?

A. Could you please wash your hands?
B. You should wash your hands.
C. Wash your hands.
D. Washing your hands is important.

91.

In the sentence, "The medication, which was prescribed yesterday, has already reduced the swelling," the clause "which was prescribed yesterday" is:

A. Independent clause
B. Dependent (relative) clause
C. Main clause
D. Noun clause

92.

Which of the following is a credible source for a research paper on diabetes?

A. A personal blog of a diabetic patient
B. A 1990 textbook on endocrinology
C. A 2023 article from the Journal of the American Medical Association
D. A forum discussion about insulin pumps

93.

Select the correctly spelled medical term:

A. Hemorage
B. Hemmorrhage
C. Hemorrhage
D. Hemorhage

94.

Which sentence contains a comma splice?

A. The patient was tired, he fell asleep quickly.
B. The patient was tired, so he fell asleep quickly.
C. Because the patient was tired, he fell asleep quickly.
D. The patient was tired; he fell asleep quickly.

95.

A text states: "Three patients developed a rash. Therefore, the lotion may be the cause." This is an example of:

A. A fact
B. A hypothesis or reasoning
C. A direct observation
D. A historical record

96.

Which sentence is most appropriate for a nursing handoff report?

A. Mr. Jones in 204 is kinda having a rough day.
B. Room 204 – Mr. Jones: pain 7/10, given morphine 2 mg at 1400, due again at 1800.
C. The guy in 204 keeps complaining about pain.
D. 204 – not great, gave some meds earlier.

97.

Choose the correct comparative form:

Of the two treatments, this one is _____ effective.

A. most
B. more
C. best
D. much

98.

Which of the following is a correctly formatted title?

A. "Preventing Falls in Elderly Patients"
B. Preventing Falls in Elderly Patients
C. preventing falls in elderly patients
D. Preventing Falls In Elderly Patients

99.

A table shows blood pressure readings before and after a low-sodium diet. The purpose is likely to:

A. Tell a story
B. Persuade the reader to adopt the diet
C. Show data comparison
D. Describe a patient's symptoms

100.

Which sentence is grammatically correct and clear?

A. The patient was told to take the medication and the appointment was scheduled.
B. Taking the medication and scheduling the appointment were done by the patient.
C. The patient took the medication and scheduled the appointment.
D. The medication was taken and the appointment was scheduled by the patient.

 

 

1.      C — The instruction directly says to avoid direct sunlight.

2.      C — It is a proven scientific fact.

3.      C — Drinking black coffee broke the fasting requirement.

4.      C — A diary is a firsthand/primary source.

5.      B — The title suggests prevention strategies for medication errors in elderly patients.

6.      B — Procedural texts give step-by-step instructions.

7.      C — The passage says viruses do not respond to antibiotics.

8.      B — Elevated white blood cells commonly suggest infection or inflammation.

9.      B — It predicts a possible consequence.

10. B — The title focuses on how pH affects wound healing.

11. D — Hand washing should usually come before wound care steps.

12. C — “Safest” is an opinion/judgment, not an absolute fact.

13. B — “Inconclusive” means unclear or not definite.

14. B — Peer-reviewed journals are reliable evidence-based sources.

15. A — Random assignment improves study validity and reduces bias.

16. C — It clearly states the central idea.

17. A — It compares the functions of hemoglobin and myoglobin.

18. C — Staff memos usually contain instructions or updates.

19. C — “Or sooner if fever develops” means contact the office early.

20. C — “However” shows contrast.

21. D — “Lie still” is the correct usage.

22. B — Pronoun agreement is correct with “his or her.”

23. B — Correct apostrophe and colon usage.

24. C — All words are spelled correctly.

25. B — “Has reported” is present perfect tense.

26. C — The subject receives the action in passive voice.

27. B — “Affect” means to influence.

28. D — “Group” is singular, so it should be “is studying.”

29. A — Semicolon correctly joins related clauses with “however.”

30. C — “Deeply” describes how the patient breathed.

31. A — “Whose” correctly shows possession.

32. B — “Cardiology” is not capitalized unless part of a title.

33. C — “Occurred” is the correct spelling.

34. A — The modifier wrongly suggests the exam studied all night.

35. C — All verbs follow the same “-ing” pattern.

36. D — “Wound” receives the action of checked.

37. A — Subject closest to the verb is “aide” (singular).

38. B — Apostrophe correctly shows singular possession.

39. C — The full subject includes all describing words.

40. A — Two complete thoughts are joined without punctuation.

41. B — It describes an imagined situation.

42. C — “Stingy” has a negative feeling.

43. C — “Postprandial” means after eating.

44. A — Government websites are generally reliable.

45. B — The author uses research and authority for support.

46. C — Simple formatting and language improve accessibility.

47. A — “Passed away” is a softer term for death.

48. A — It shows cause-effect plus a counterargument.

49. A — It follows bibliography citation format.

50. B — Charts visually support evidence/results.

51. C — The statement only proves a relationship, not causation.

52. C — The terms are arranged by stages of age.

53. C — It is supported by evidence in the record.

54. B — “15%” is numerical/quantitative data.

55. C — Identifying the source is the first credibility check.

56. B — It warns about serious danger urgently.

57. B — A labeled diagram is a schematic illustration.

58. B — It unfairly generalizes all elderly patients.

59. B — “Misinformation” means false or misleading information.

60. B — NPO means “nothing by mouth.”

61. B — It is professional and objective language.

62. C — “Adverse” means harmful or negative.

63. B — It uses patient-friendly language without jargon.

64. B — “Unexpected surprise” repeats the same idea.

65. B — “Severe allergic” is more specific and precise.

66. B — It uses formal professional language.

67. B — “Exacerbate” means to worsen.

68. B — It uses proper medical terminology.

69. C — It is clear, professional, and easy to understand.

70. B — “Effect” is the correct noun form.

71. C — It states the idea directly and briefly.

72. A — “Equitable” means fair and impartial.

73. A — It shifts incorrectly from present to past tense.

74. C — Chronic pain is the opposite of acute pain.

75. C — Active voice clearly identifies the doer.

76. B — Hyphens correctly join the compound adjective.

77. B — “Effect” is the correct noun.

78. B — The colon properly introduces a list.

79. B — It is the full prepositional phrase.

80. C — “Who” is correctly used as the subject of the clause.

81. B — The subject “nurse” is singular, so “monitors” is correct.

82. C — It contains one independent clause only.

83. B — “Contraindicated” means not recommended/advised.

84. A — It is professional and appropriate for colleagues.

85. C — The introductory phrase is correctly followed by a comma.

86. A — PO = by mouth; BID = twice daily.

87. B — The behavior suggests possible anxiety or depression.

88. B — All three words are used correctly.

89. C — Specialized medical vocabulary suggests healthcare professionals.

90. C — Imperative mood gives a command.

91. B — It is a relative/dependent clause modifying “medication.”

92. C — A recent peer-reviewed journal article is credible.

93. C — “Hemorrhage” is correctly spelled.

94. A — Two independent clauses are joined only by a comma.

95. B — It forms a possible explanation from observations.

96. B — It is detailed, objective, and professional.

97. B — “More” is the correct comparative form for two items.

98. B — Standard title capitalization is correct.

99. C — The table compares blood pressure data before and after the diet.

100.                     C — It is clear, active, and grammatically correct.