HESI A2
HESI A2 Version 1 Grammar Questions
Question 1 of 5
Select the word or phrase in the sentence that is not used correctly: The charge nurse overheard the nursing assistant discussing the private details of a client's medical condition with a personal friend in the hospital cafeteria.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is 'D - Personal.' In this context, 'personal' is the correct term to describe a friend who is not related to work or the hospital environment. It is important to maintain confidentiality and professionalism in healthcare settings. Discussing private client details with personal acquaintances is a violation of confidentiality. This situation should be addressed to ensure compliance with ethical standards and protect the client's privacy.
Question 2 of 5
Which sentence uses the verb correctly?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C. In this sentence, 'lay' is correctly used in the past tense to indicate the cousin reclined on the hay bale. The other options misuse 'lay' and 'laid,' leading to incorrect verb usage. 'Lay' is the past tense of 'lie,' which means to recline, while 'laid' is the past tense of 'lay,' which means to put or place something down.
Question 3 of 5
Which sentence uses 'snake' as a verb?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Choice A is correct as it uses 'snake' as a verb, indicating the action of moving in a winding or stealthy manner. In contrast, Choices B, C, and D use 'snake' as a noun in different contexts: Choice B as an adjective, Choice C as a tool, and Choice D as a descriptive term for a reptile. Therefore, only Choice A fits the criteria of using 'snake' as a verb.
Question 4 of 5
Select the word or phrase that makes this sentence grammatically correct: 'A synonym is a word ____ a meaning similar to another word.'
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: In the given sentence, the correct phrase should be 'Having' as it correctly completes the sentence structure. 'A synonym is a word having a meaning similar to another word.' This choice maintains the correct subject-verb agreement and conveys the intended meaning of the sentence. 'Having' is the present participle form of the verb 'have,' which is used to show possession or relationship, making it the appropriate choice in this context.
Question 5 of 5
Which sentence is grammatically correct?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Choice C, 'The patient was required to complete the Admission Form,' is the correct sentence without any grammatical errors. The subject-verb agreement is correct, and there are no issues with punctuation or prepositions. Choices A, B, and D contain grammatical errors or awkward phrasing that make them incorrect. Choice A is informal compared to the others. Choice B uses 'transfer' instead of 'transferred,' which is incorrect. Choice D uses 'have' instead of 'has,' leading to an incorrect subject-verb agreement.