teas-section-4-sentence-completion Teas Section 4 Sentence Completion Practice Questions
Prepare for teas-section-4-sentence-completion with more than an answer.
- Exam fee
- $115 USD
- Level
- Entry-Level Assessment
- Valid for
- 2 years (typical)
Domains covered on the exam 3
- Conventions of Standard English36.4%
- Knowledge of Language33.3%
- Using Language and Vocabulary to Express Ideas in Writing30.3%
- 1
A student wrote the following sentence: "Because the patient had a history of hypertension, the nurse monitored his blood pressure closely, and she reported the high readings to the physician."
Which term best describes this sentence structure?
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Correct answer: D
This sentence is compound-complex. It contains two independent clauses ('the nurse monitored his blood pressure closely' AND 'she reported the high readings to the physician') and one dependent clause ('Because the patient had a history of hypertension').
graph TD subgraph Sentence DC[Dependent Clause: Because...] --> IC1 IC1[Independent Clause 1: the nurse monitored...] IC2[Independent Clause 2: she reported...] IC1 -- and --> IC2 end - 2
Which TWO of the following sentences contain a misplaced modifier? (Select TWO)
- The nurse gave the patient a sedative who was feeling anxious.
- Covered in sterile dressing, the surgeon inspected the patient's wound.
- With a reassuring smile, the phlebotomist prepared the needle.
- The medical student carefully documented the patient's history on the clipboard.
- The doctor prescribed a medication for the patient with anti-inflammatory properties.
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Correct answer: A, B
This sentence incorrectly suggests that the sedative was feeling anxious. The modifying clause 'who was feeling anxious' should be placed next to 'patient': 'The nurse gave a sedative to the patient who was feeling anxious.'
This sentence incorrectly suggests the patient has anti-inflammatory properties. The modifying phrase 'with anti-inflammatory properties' should be placed next to 'medication': 'The doctor prescribed a medication with anti-inflammatory properties for the patient.'
- 3
The suffix '-ology', as in 'cardiology', indicates which of the following?
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Correct answer: A
The suffix '-ology' comes from Greek and means 'the study of' a particular subject. For example, cardiology is the study of the heart.
- 4
The new treatment protocol had a significant _______ on patient recovery times.
Choose the word that correctly completes the sentence.
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Correct answer: B
'Effect' is typically a noun meaning 'a result or consequence'. The sentence describes the result of the new protocol, so 'effect' is the correct choice.
- 5
A student is working on a research paper about palliative care. After completing the initial draft, the student decides to reorganize the main arguments for a more logical flow and add another paragraph to address a counterargument. Which stage of the writing process is the student primarily engaged in?
flowchart TD A[Prewriting] --> B(Drafting) B --> C{Revising}; C --> D(Editing); D --> E((Publishing)); C --> B; D --> C;Show answer details
Correct answer: D
Revising involves making significant changes to the content, organization, and structure of a piece of writing. Reorganizing arguments and adding new paragraphs are classic revising activities that focus on the big picture. Editing, in contrast, focuses on sentence-level corrections like grammar, spelling, and punctuation, which happens after revising.
- 6
A nursing student is documenting patient observations. Which of the following sentences uses commas correctly?
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Correct answer: A
This sentence is correct. It properly uses a comma to separate two coordinate adjectives ('sharp, stabbing') and another comma before the coordinating conjunction 'and' to join two independent clauses.
- 7
A medical chart notes that a patient is experiencing 'myalgia'. Based on an analysis of its word parts, what is the most likely meaning of this term?
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Correct answer: B
The term 'myalgia' is composed of the root 'myo-' meaning muscle, and the suffix '-algia' meaning pain. Therefore, myalgia means muscle pain.
- 8
When explaining a complex medical diagnosis to a patient with no medical background, which style of communication is most appropriate?
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Correct answer: C
This approach is the most effective. It aims to inform (expository) by breaking down complex information into understandable parts, using analogies to connect with the patient's existing knowledge, and avoiding jargon.
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From the following list, select the TWO sentences that contain a structural error such as a fragment or a run-on. (Select TWO)
- The lab results arrived this morning, and the doctor reviewed them immediately.
- Although the patient's fever has subsided. His cough remains persistent.
- Proper hand hygiene is crucial it prevents the spread of infection.
- Nurses must be vigilant in monitoring vital signs for all patients under their care.
- Because medication errors can have serious consequences, protocols are strictly enforced.
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Correct answer: A, B
Sentence 2 is a sentence fragment. 'Although the patient's fever has subsided' is a dependent clause and cannot stand on its own as a complete sentence.
Sentence 3 is a run-on sentence (specifically, a fused sentence). It combines two independent clauses ('Proper hand hygiene is crucial' and 'it prevents the spread of infection') without any punctuation or conjunction.
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A student has just finished brainstorming ideas and creating a detailed outline for a research paper on the cardiovascular system. According to the standard writing process, what is the most logical next step?
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Correct answer: C
After the prewriting stage (brainstorming, outlining), the next step is drafting. This involves writing the first version of the paper, following the outline to structure the ideas into sentences and paragraphs.
flowchart TD A[Prewriting] --> B(Drafting) B --> C{Revising} C --> D[Editing] D --> E((Publishing))
