ATI TEAS Version 7 English Language and Grammar
1. Using Language Appropriate for Audience and Purpose
The Rule: You must choose the wording, tone, and level of formality
that best fits the reader (audience) and the reason for writing (purpose).
- Audience =
Who is reading? (e.g., a patient, a fellow doctor, a hospital
administrator, or a 1st-year nursing student).
- Purpose =
Why are you writing? (e.g., to inform, to persuade, to instruct, or to
request).
Detailed
Uses & Examples:
Formal
vs. Informal (Colloquial) Language:
Medical documentation and inter-professional
communication must be formal, objective, and precise. Avoid slang, contractions
(in formal writing), and vague words.
❌ Informal (Wrong for a chart):
The patient's tummy really hurt bad after eating that greasy food.
✅ Formal (Correct for a chart):
The patient reported acute abdominal pain following the ingestion of a high-fat
meal.
Jargon
vs. Plain Language:
Use medical terminology (jargon)
when speaking to other healthcare professionals. Use simple, plain language
(layman's terms) when speaking to a patient or their family.
❌ To a patient:
"You are experiencing acute myocardial ischemia due to coronary artery
occlusion."
✅ To a patient:
"You are having a heart attack because one of the blood vessels to your
heart is blocked."
Connotation
(Word Feelings):
Words have emotional weight. Choose
words that are neutral, objective, and non-judgmental in clinical settings.
❌ Judgmental:
The drug-seeking patient demanded more pain medication.
✅ Objective:
The patient requested additional analgesia for persistent pain.
Active
vs. Passive Voice (for clarity):
Active voice (Subject does the
action) is usually clearer and more direct for instructions. Passive voice
(Subject receives the action) is sometimes used in scientific writing to avoid
blaming anyone.
✅ Active (Best for instructions):
The nurse administered the vaccine.
✅ Passive (Often used in incident
reports):
The vaccine was administered at 9:00 AM.
2. Enhancing Clarity and Style
The Rule: A clear sentence is concise, logically ordered, and free
from redundancy or wordiness. Style refers to varying sentence structure to
keep the writing engaging and easy to follow.
Detailed
Uses & Examples:
Eliminate
Redundancy (Saying the same thing twice):
Cut unnecessary, repetitive words.
❌ Redundant:
The nurse collaborated together with the physician to plan for the future
prognosis in advance.
✅ Clear & Concise:
The nurse collaborated with the physician to plan the prognosis.
Avoid
Ambiguity (Misplaced/Dangling Modifiers):
Place descriptive words (modifiers)
directly next to the word they are describing. If misplaced, the sentence
becomes confusing or funny.
❌ Misplaced:
The surgeon discussed the case with the resident who was highly complex. (Was
the resident complex, or the case?)
✅ Clear:
The surgeon discussed the highly complex case with the resident.
Parallel
Structure (Parallelism):
When listing items, actions, or
clauses, they must all match in grammatical form (all nouns, all verbs, or all
phrases).
❌ Not Parallel:
The responsibilities include taking vitals, to administer medications, and
checking wounds. (Mixes a noun, infinitive, and verb)
✅ Parallel:
The responsibilities include taking vitals, administering medications, and
checking wounds. (All -ing verbs)
Vary
Sentence Length:
Mix short, punchy sentences with
longer, more detailed sentences to improve readability. Do not write in a
monotonous, choppy style.
❌ Choppy:
The patient arrived. The patient was short of breath. The patient received
oxygen. The patient felt better.
✅ Revised:
The patient arrived with shortness of breath. After receiving supplemental
oxygen, she reported significant relief.
3. Using Transition Words Effectively
The Rule: Transition words act as "bridges" between
sentences and paragraphs. They show the logical relationship between ideas
(e.g., cause/effect, contrast, addition, or sequence). The TEAS will test if
you can choose the correct logical transition for a blank.
Detailed
Uses & Categorized Examples:
|
Category |
Common
Transitions |
Example
Sentence |
|
Addition (adding info) |
Furthermore, Additionally,
Moreover, In addition |
The patient's blood pressure is
elevated. Furthermore, her heart rate is tachycardic. |
|
Contrast (showing opposites) |
However, Nevertheless, On the
other hand, Conversely, Although |
The medication is highly
effective. However, it carries a risk of severe side effects. |
|
Cause & Effect (result) |
Therefore, Consequently, As a
result, Thus, Hence |
The lab results confirmed a severe
infection; therefore, the physician ordered broad-spectrum
antibiotics. |
|
Sequence / Time (order) |
First, Next, Subsequently,
Finally, Meanwhile |
First, assess the airway. Next, check for breathing. Finally,
evaluate circulation (ABCs). |
|
Emphasis (highlighting) |
Indeed, In fact, Specifically,
Certainly |
The patient's diet is poor. Specifically,
her sodium intake is well above the recommended limit. |
|
Example (showing proof) |
For example, For instance, Such as |
Many lifestyle changes can lower
blood pressure, for example, regular exercise and a reduced-sodium
diet. |
|
Conclusion / Summary |
In conclusion, Overall, To
summarize, Ultimately |
Overall, the patient's recovery has been steady and without
complications. |
📝 High-Yield TEAS Test-Taking Strategy for
this Section:
When you see a "Knowledge of
Language" question, do this mental checklist:
- Audience check:
Who is this for? (If it's for a patient, eliminate complex medical jargon).
- Redundancy check:
Are any words unnecessarily repeated (e.g., "repeat again,"
"advance forward")?
- Modifier check:
Is the descriptive phrase next to the right noun?
- Transition check:
Read the sentence before and after the blank. Are they adding info (use
furthermore), contradicting (use however), or showing a result (use
therefore)?
📝 Practice Questions (Without Answers)
Question
1 (Audience & Purpose)
A nurse is writing a discharge
instruction sheet for a patient who just had knee surgery. Which sentence is
most appropriate for this audience?
A) Post-operatively, you must adhere
to the weight-bearing restrictions prescribed by your orthopedist.
B) You absolutely cannot put any
weight on your new knee until the doc says so, okay?
C) For the first week after surgery,
use your crutches and do not place weight on your surgical leg.
D) The surgical extremity must
remain non-weight-bearing for a duration of seven days.
Question
2 (Clarity - Redundancy)
Which sentence is the most clear and
concise?
A) The nurse repeated the blood
pressure reading again to ensure accuracy.
B) The nurse repeated the blood
pressure reading to ensure accuracy.
C) The nurse repeated again the
blood pressure reading for accuracy purposes.
D) The nurse repeated the blood
pressure reading once again for accurate accuracy.
Question
3 (Clarity - Misplaced Modifier)
Which sentence is unambiguous and
clearly written?
A) The patient reported pain in the
lower back after walking for two hours.
B) After walking for two hours, the
patient reported pain in the lower back.
C) The patient reported pain after
walking for two hours in the lower back.
D) In the lower back, the patient
reported pain after walking for two hours.
Question
4 (Clarity - Parallel Structure)
Which sentence uses proper parallel
structure?
A) The clinical rotation requires
students to take vital signs, documenting histories, and physical assessments.
B) The clinical rotation requires
students taking vital signs, document histories, and assessing physically.
C) The clinical rotation requires
students to take vital signs, to document histories, and to perform physical
assessments.
D) The clinical rotation requires
students to take vital signs, document histories, and performing physical
assessments.
Question
5 (Transition Words)
The patient's lab values showed a
significant drop in hemoglobin; ____, a blood transfusion was ordered.
A) Furthermore
B) However
C) Consequently
D) For instance
Question
6 (Transition Words)
The new electronic charting system
is highly efficient; ____, it requires extensive staff training to use
properly.
A) Therefore
B) Moreover
C) For example
D) Nevertheless
Question
7 (Audience & Tone)
Which sentence is most appropriately
written for a formal incident report?
A) The IV pump was beeping like
crazy, so the nurse finally just unplugged it.
B) The IV pump malfunctioned; the
nurse turned it off and notified the supervisor.
C) The IV pump malfunctioned, so the
nurse completely shut it down and called her boss.
D) The IV pump started alarming, and
the nurse had to figure out how to make it stop.
Question
8 (Clarity - Wordiness)
Which sentence is the most concise
without losing meaning?
A) Due to the fact that the patient
was experiencing pain, the PRN analgesic was administered.
B) Because the patient was in pain,
the PRN analgesic was administered.
C) The patient being in pain was the
reason why the PRN analgesic was administered.
D) The PRN analgesic was
administered for the pain that the patient was experiencing.
Question
9 (Transition Words)
The physical therapist recommended
daily stretching exercises. ____, the patient should apply ice to the joint
after each session.
A) In contrast
B) In addition
C) Nevertheless
D) As a result
Question
10 (Clarity - Active vs. Passive for Style)
For a section in a hospital policy
manual instructing staff on a new procedure, which sentence is stylistically
best?
A) The new safety checklist must be
completed by all staff members prior to every shift.
B) All staff members must complete
the new safety checklist prior to every shift.
C) The new safety checklist is to be
completed by staff prior to the shift's start.
D) It is required by the new policy
that the safety checklist be completed by staff.
Answers
with Short Reasons
1. C) For the first week after surgery, use your crutches and do
not place weight on your surgical leg.
Reason: Clear, simple language for patients.
2. B) The nurse repeated the blood pressure reading to ensure
accuracy.
Reason: Removes unnecessary repetition ("again").
3. B) After walking for two hours, the patient reported pain in
the lower back.
Reason: Clear modifier placement; no ambiguity.
4. C) The clinical rotation requires students to take vital
signs, to document histories, and to perform physical assessments.
Reason: Uses parallel structure (all infinitives).
5. C) Consequently
Reason: Shows cause and effect.
6. D) Nevertheless
Reason: Shows contrast between efficiency and required training.
7. B) The IV pump malfunctioned; the nurse turned it off and
notified the supervisor.
Reason: Formal, objective, and professional.
8. B) Because the patient was in pain, the PRN analgesic was
administered.
Reason: Most concise and clear.
9. B) In addition
Reason: Adds another recommendation.
10. B) All staff members must complete the new safety checklist
prior to every shift.
Reason: Active voice is clearer for instructions.
Audience & Purpose (Questions
1–8)
1.
A nurse is writing an informational brochure for parents of toddlers about
fever management. Which sentence is most appropriate for this audience?
A) Febrile episodes in pediatric patients necessitate prompt antipyretic
intervention.
B) If your child has a fever, you can give children's acetaminophen and keep
them comfortable.
C) Hyperthermia in the young child requires immediate medical evaluation and
potential laboratory workup.
D) The febrile child should be evaluated for signs of dehydration and
neurological compromise.
2.
A charge nurse is sending an email to the entire hospital staff about a new
policy. Which sentence is most appropriate for this professional audience?
A) Hey everyone, just a heads up that the new policy starts Monday, so please
read it!
B) All staff members are required to review the updated policy prior to its
implementation on Monday.
C) The new policy is going live Monday, so you better check it out before your
shift.
D) Just letting you know, there's a new policy that starts Monday, so make sure
you look at it.
3.
A nursing student is writing a care plan for an instructor. Which sentence
demonstrates the appropriate tone and level of formality?
A) The patient seems kind of anxious about the surgery tomorrow morning.
B) The patient is pretty nervous and needs some emotional support before the
procedure.
C) The patient exhibits signs of preoperative anxiety and would benefit from
therapeutic communication.
D) The patient is really stressed out and probably needs someone to talk to
before going to the OR.
4.
A nurse is speaking to a patient who was just diagnosed with hypertension.
Which sentence uses the clearest plain language for this audience?
A) Your elevated blood pressure readings indicate primary essential
hypertension requiring pharmacological management.
B) Your blood pressure is high, and we need to start a medication to help lower
it to a safer range.
C) Your hypertension necessitates the initiation of an antihypertensive regimen
immediately.
D) Your systolic and diastolic pressures are above the normal parameters, so we
must intervene.
5.
A nurse is documenting in a patient's medical chart. Which sentence is most
appropriate for this formal, objective record?
A) The patient was crying and complaining about the food being gross.
B) The patient seemed really upset and didn't want to eat her breakfast.
C) The patient refused the breakfast tray and stated, "The food tastes
terrible."
D) The patient was in a bad mood and wouldn't touch the food they brought her.
6.
A nurse manager is writing a proposal to hospital administration requesting
additional funding. Which sentence is most appropriate for this persuasive,
formal purpose?
A) We desperately need more money for the unit, or we are going to be in big
trouble.
B) Additional funding is urgently required to maintain safe staffing ratios and
quality patient outcomes.
C) If we don't get more cash, our nurses are going to quit and the unit will
crash.
D) We really need some extra budget money because things are getting crazy on
the floor.
7.
A nurse is teaching a 10-year-old child about how to use an inhaler. Which
sentence is most appropriate for this audience?
A) You will need to coordinate your inhalation with the actuation of the
canister for optimal deposition.
B) Take a deep breath, press down on the inhaler, and breathe in slowly at the
same time.
C) Proper technique requires a slow, deep inspiration following the activation
of the device.
D) Ensure that you activate the inhaler at the beginning of your inspiratory
cycle.
8.
A nurse is writing a handoff report for the oncoming shift. Which sentence is
most appropriate for this professional, time-sensitive purpose?
A) The patient in room 204 had a really rough night and kept ringing the call
bell.
B) Room 204's patient was super agitated and wouldn't stop bothering the night
staff.
C) The patient in room 204 experienced intermittent episodes of agitation
throughout the night.
D) The patient in room 204 was being difficult and annoying all night long.
Clarity
– Eliminating Redundancy & Wordiness (Questions 9–16)
9.
Which sentence is the most clear and concise?
A) The nurse collaborated together with the physician in order to plan the
patient's discharge.
B) The nurse collaborated with the physician to plan the patient's discharge.
C) The nurse collaborated together with the physician for the purpose of
planning the discharge.
D) The nurse collaborated with the physician in order to plan the patient's
discharge from the hospital.
10. Which sentence is the most concise without losing meaning?
A) At this point in time, the patient is showing signs of improvement
gradually.
B) At this time, the patient is showing signs of improvement gradually.
C) Currently, the patient is gradually showing signs of improvement.
D) The patient is currently showing signs of improvement at this point in time.
11. Which sentence is the most clear and concise?
A) The reason why the medication was stopped was because of the side effects.
B) The medication was stopped due to the fact that it caused side effects.
C) The medication was stopped because of side effects.
D) The reason for stopping the medication was due to the side effects it
caused.
12. Which sentence is the most concise without losing meaning?
A) The nurse checked the patient's vital signs on a regular basis every four
hours.
B) The nurse checked the patient's vital signs regularly every four hours.
C) The nurse checked the patient's vital signs every four hours.
D) The nurse checked the patient's vital signs on a regular basis of every four
hours.
13. Which sentence is the most clear and concise?
A) In the event that the patient's condition deteriorates, notify the physician
immediately.
B) If the patient's condition deteriorates, notify the physician immediately.
C) In the event that the patient deteriorates in condition, notify the
physician immediately.
D) If the patient's condition should happen to deteriorate, notify the
physician immediately.
14. Which sentence is the most concise without losing meaning?
A) The patient was readmitted to the hospital again for the second time.
B) The patient was readmitted to the hospital again.
C) The patient was readmitted to the hospital.
D) The patient was readmitted to the hospital for a second time again.
15. Which sentence is the most clear and concise?
A) The nurse made a decision to increase the patient's fluid intake.
B) The nurse decided to increase the patient's fluid intake.
C) The nurse made the decision that she would increase the patient's fluid
intake.
D) The nurse decided that she would increase the patient's fluid intake.
16. Which sentence is the most concise without losing meaning?
A) Due to the fact that the patient was non-compliant, the treatment failed.
B) Because the patient was non-compliant, the treatment failed.
C) The treatment failed due to the fact that the patient was non-compliant.
D) The treatment failed because of the reason that the patient was
non-compliant.
Clarity
– Misplaced & Dangling Modifiers (Questions 17–22)
17. Which sentence is unambiguous and clearly written?
A) The surgeon discussed the diagnosis with the patient who was very serious.
B) The surgeon discussed the very serious diagnosis with the patient.
C) Very serious, the surgeon discussed the diagnosis with the patient.
D) The surgeon discussed the diagnosis with the patient, who was very serious.
18. Which sentence is unambiguous and clearly written?
A) After reviewing the lab results, the medication was adjusted by the
physician.
B) After reviewing the lab results, the physician adjusted the medication.
C) After reviewing the lab results, the medication was adjusted.
D) After reviewing the lab results, the adjustment of the medication was made
by the physician.
19. Which sentence is unambiguous and clearly written?
A) The patient reported nausea after taking the medication in the morning.
B) After taking the medication, the patient reported nausea in the morning.
C) In the morning, the patient reported nausea after taking the medication.
D) The patient reported nausea in the morning after taking the medication.
20. Which sentence is unambiguous and clearly written?
A) Walking through the hospital corridor, the crash cart was seen by the nurse.
B) Walking through the hospital corridor, the nurse saw the crash cart.
C) Walking through the hospital corridor, the crash cart was visible.
D) Walking through the hospital corridor, the crash cart came into the nurse's
view.
21. Which sentence is unambiguous and clearly written?
A) The resident presented the case to the attending physician who was newly
admitted.
B) The resident presented the newly admitted case to the attending physician.
C) The resident presented the case to the newly admitted attending physician.
D) The case was presented by the resident to the attending physician who was
newly admitted.
22. Which sentence is unambiguous and clearly written?
A) To administer the vaccine properly, the deltoid muscle must be located by
the nurse.
B) To administer the vaccine properly, the nurse must locate the deltoid
muscle.
C) To administer the vaccine properly, the locating of the deltoid muscle must
be done.
D) To administer the vaccine properly, the deltoid muscle must be located.
Knowledge
of Language Practice Questions – Part 2 (Questions 23–50)
Clarity
– Parallel Structure (Questions 23–28)
23. Which sentence uses proper
parallel structure?
A) The nursing program requires
students to complete clinical rotations, attending lectures, and to pass exams.
B) The nursing program requires
students to complete clinical rotations, to attend lectures, and to pass exams.
C) The nursing program requires
students completing clinical rotations, to attend lectures, and passing exams.
D) The nursing program requires students
to complete clinical rotations, attending lectures, and passing exams.
24. Which sentence uses proper
parallel structure?
A) The patient was instructed to
rest, to elevate the leg, and applying ice.
B) The patient was instructed to
rest, elevate the leg, and applying ice.
C) The patient was instructed to
rest, to elevate the leg, and to apply ice.
D) The patient was instructed
resting, elevating the leg, and to apply ice.
25. Which sentence uses proper
parallel structure?
A) The nurse is responsible for
administering medications, wound care, and to document findings.
B) The nurse is responsible for
administering medications, for wound care, and documenting findings.
C) The nurse is responsible for
administering medications, providing wound care, and documenting findings.
D) The nurse is responsible for
administering medications, to provide wound care, and document findings.
26. Which sentence uses proper
parallel structure?
A) The clinical instructor
emphasized the importance of accuracy, timeliness, and being thorough.
B) The clinical instructor
emphasized the importance of accuracy, timeliness, and thoroughness.
C) The clinical instructor emphasized
the importance of being accurate, timeliness, and thoroughness.
D) The clinical instructor
emphasized the importance of accuracy, being timely, and thoroughness.
27. Which sentence uses proper
parallel structure?
A) The new policy aims to improve
communication between nurses, with physicians, and among patients.
B) The new policy aims to improve
communication between nurses, physicians, and patients.
C) The new policy aims to improve
communication between nurses, with physicians, and patients.
D) The new policy aims to improve
communication between nurses and physicians, and among patients.
28. Which sentence uses proper
parallel structure?
A) The patient's treatment plan
includes taking antibiotics, physical therapy, and to follow a special diet.
B) The patient's treatment plan
includes taking antibiotics, attending physical therapy, and following a
special diet.
C) The patient's treatment plan
includes antibiotics, physical therapy, and to follow a diet.
D) The patient's treatment plan
includes taking antibiotics, physical therapy, and following a diet.
Transition
Words (Questions 29–42)
29. The patient's lab results showed
a significant drop in white blood cell count; ____, the physician ordered a
broad-spectrum antibiotic.
A) Furthermore
B) However
C) Consequently
D) For instance
30. The new electronic health record
system is more efficient than the old one; ____, it requires significant staff
training to master.
A) Therefore
B) Moreover
C) Nevertheless
D) As a result
31. The physical therapist
recommended daily stretching exercises. ____, the patient should apply heat to
the muscle before each session.
A) In contrast
B) In addition
C) Nevertheless
D) Conversely
32. The medication is highly
effective at lowering blood pressure; ____, it has a high incidence of side
effects.
A) Consequently
B) Additionally
C) However
D) For example
33. The patient's dietary habits are
poor. ____, she consumes more than 4,000 mg of sodium per day.
A) Specifically
B) Overall
C) Therefore
D) Moreover
34. The nurse completed the initial
assessment. ____, she reviewed the patient's medication list for potential
interactions.
A) Overall
B) Subsequently
C) However
D) Nevertheless
35. The surgical team prepared the
operating room. ____, the anesthesiologist met with the patient to review the
consent form.
A) Meanwhile
B) Overall
C) Consequently
D) Specifically
36. The patient has a history of
asthma; ____, she was prescribed a rescue inhaler for acute exacerbations.
A) Furthermore
B) For example
C) Therefore
D) However
37. The nurse noted that the
patient's oxygen saturation was dropping. ____, she increased the supplemental
oxygen flow rate.
A) In addition
B) Nevertheless
C) As a result
D) In contrast
38. The hospital has implemented
strict hand hygiene protocols. ____, infection rates have decreased
significantly over the past quarter.
A) Conversely
B) In addition
C) For instance
D) Consequently
39. The patient refused the morning
dose of insulin. ____, her blood glucose level spiked to 250 mg/dL by noon.
A) Furthermore
B) However
C) Subsequently
D) Specifically
40. The new policy requires all
staff to complete the training module. ____, nurses must complete a competency
check-off with their preceptor.
A) In contrast
B) For example
C) Overall
D) Additionally
41. The patient's vital signs
remained stable throughout the night. ____, the nursing staff continued to
monitor her closely.
A) Consequently
B) Nevertheless
C) Furthermore
D) In contrast
42. The dietitian recommended a
low-sodium diet for the patient. ____, the patient's family brought in salty
fast food for dinner.
A) Therefore
B) Moreover
C) However
D) Subsequently
Clarity
– Active vs. Passive Voice & Style (Questions 43–47)
43. For a hospital policy manual
instructing staff on a new emergency procedure, which sentence is stylistically
best?
A) The emergency code button must be
pressed by the staff member immediately.
B) The staff member must press the
emergency code button immediately.
C) The emergency code button is to
be pressed by the staff member immediately.
D) It is required that the emergency
code button be pressed by the staff member immediately.
44. Which sentence is stylistically
best for a discharge instruction sheet given to a patient?
A) The patient should take the
medication with food every morning.
B) You should take the medication with
food every morning.
C) It is recommended by the
physician that the patient take the medication with food.
D) The medication should be taken
with food every morning by the patient.
45. Which sentence is stylistically
best for a formal incident report?
A) The IV pump started beeping, so
the nurse hit the silence button to make it stop.
B) The nurse turned off the alarming
IV pump and notified the supervisor.
C) The IV pump was alarming, so the
nurse completely turned it off and called her boss.
D) The alarming IV pump was silenced
by the nurse, and the supervisor was notified.
46. Which sentence is stylistically
best for a nursing care plan?
A) The patient is having a hard time
breathing and needs oxygen.
B) The patient is short of breath
and should be given oxygen.
C) The patient exhibits dyspnea and
requires supplemental oxygen therapy.
D) The patient is struggling to
breathe, so oxygen should be administered.
47. Which sentence is stylistically
best for a verbal handoff report to another nurse?
A) The patient in 302 has a history
of falls, so she needs a bed alarm and assistance with ambulation.
B) The patient in 302 is a fall
risk, and you should put the bed alarm on and help her walk.
C) The patient in 302 is a fall
risk; therefore, she requires a bed alarm and assistance with ambulation.
D) The patient in 302 is a fall
risk, so make sure you watch her and help her up.
Audience
& Clarity Combined (Questions 48–50)
48. A nurse is writing a letter to a
patient's insurance company to justify a continued hospital stay. Which
sentence is most appropriate for this formal, persuasive purpose?
A) The patient is still really sick
and can't go home yet because she needs more IV antibiotics.
B) Continued hospitalization is
medically necessary for the patient to complete her course of intravenous
antibiotic therapy.
C) We can't send the patient home
yet because she still needs her IV antibiotics, so please approve the stay.
D) The patient is not stable enough
for discharge, and she absolutely needs to stay for more meds.
49. Which sentence is the most
clear, concise, and appropriately formal for a nursing note?
A) The patient complained of feeling
dizzy and lightheaded when she tried to stand up to go to the bathroom.
B) The patient reported experiencing
dizziness and lightheadedness upon attempted ambulation to the restroom.
C) The patient said she got all
woozy and unsteady when she got up to use the bathroom.
D) Upon standing to go to the
bathroom, the patient felt like she was going to pass out.
50. A nurse is providing discharge
instructions to an elderly patient with limited health literacy. Which sentence
is most appropriate for this audience?
A) You need to monitor your blood
glucose levels daily and administer your insulin as prescribed.
B) Check your blood sugar every
morning, and give yourself your insulin shot according to your doctor's orders.
C) Daily glycemic monitoring and
exogenous insulin administration are essential for your diabetes management.
D) You should check your blood sugar
daily and take your insulin exactly as the doctor told you to.
Answers
with Short Reasons
1.
B – Simple, patient-friendly language.
2.
B – Formal and professional.
3.
C – Uses appropriate clinical terminology.
4.
B – Plain language for patients.
5.
C – Objective and includes the patient's exact words.
6.
B – Formal and persuasive.
7.
B – Easy for a child to understand.
8.
C – Objective and appropriate for handoff.
9.
B – Removes redundant words.
10. C – Most concise.
11. C – Clear and direct.
12. C – Removes unnecessary phrases.
13. B – Simple and concise.
14. C – "Readmitted" already
implies again.
15. B – Uses strong verb instead of wordy
phrase.
16. B – Short and clear.
17. B – Modifier clearly describes the
diagnosis.
18. B – No dangling modifier.
19. A – Meaning is clear and unambiguous.
20. B – Correct subject after modifier.
21. B – Modifier clearly describes the
case.
22. B – Active voice and clear subject.
23. B – Parallel infinitive phrases.
24. C – All verbs follow the same
pattern.
25. C – Parallel -ing forms.
26. B – Parallel nouns.
27. B – Balanced list.
28. B – Parallel -ing phrases.
29. C – Shows result.
30. C – Shows contrast.
31. B – Adds another instruction.
32. C – Shows contrast.
33. A – Gives a specific example.
34. B – Shows sequence.
35. A – Shows simultaneous action.
36. C – Shows cause and effect.
37. C – Shows result.
38. D – Shows consequence.
39. C – Shows sequence in time.
40. D – Adds information.
41. B – Stable, yet continued monitoring.
42. C – Shows contrast.
43. B – Active voice is clearer.
44. B – Directly addresses the patient.
45. B – Formal and objective.
46. C – Appropriate medical terminology.
47. C – Professional and precise.
48. B – Formal and persuasive.
49. B – Objective and concise.
50. D – Clear, simple, and easy to
understand.
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