Writing paragraphs  Topic sentences   In each pair, select the sentence that would work well as the topic sentence of the paragraph described.     For a paragraph in an essay about US murder convictions, which version would work well as a topic sentence?     

Thesis statements   In each pair, select the passage that would work better as a thesis statement for a three-to-five-page college paper. Remember that a thesis should be a central idea that requires supporting evidence; it should be of adequate scope for a three-to-five-page paper; and it should be sharply focused.     Which passage would work better for a four-to-eight-page literature analysis in an English literature course?      

Transitions   The sentences in this exercise are all taken from one paragraph in a student paper giving information and advice to readers about water conservation. For each numbered item, select the transition that makes sense in context. The following is the first sentence of the paragraph, with the transition in boldface:     Environmental experts caution that water resources are finite, but they also offer tips for doing your part to conserve.   (Thus / For example / Besides), if you install low-flow showerheads and water-saving toilets, your household can save dozens of gallons of water a day.            

Transitions   The sentences in this exercise are all taken from one paragraph in a student paper giving information and advice to readers about water conservation. For each numbered item, select the transition that makes sense in context. The following is the first sentence of the paragraph, with the transition in boldface:     (Finally / That is / Thus), turn the water off instead of letting it run when brushing your teeth or washing dishes by hand. Conserving water isn’t difficult to do; it just takes awareness.                          

Transitions   The sentences in this exercise are all taken from one paragraph in a student paper giving information and advice to readers about water conservation. For each numbered item, select the transition that makes sense in context. The following is the first sentence of the paragraph, with the transition in boldface:     By purchasing newer, environmentally friendly clothes washers and dishwashers, you can also conserve water. (As a result / In addition / Nevertheless), you can save more water by running loads only when they are full.              

Choosing an appropriate point of view   Select the passage that uses the more appropriate point of view.     For a research paper arguing against the reopening of a nuclear power plant, which point of view—the first person or the third person—is more effective?       

Introductions   In each pair, select the better introduction, the one that, in addition to engaging the reader’s attention, clearly states a thesis.      

The nurse is analyzing a rhythm strip. What component of the ECG corresponds to the resting state of the client’s heart?

The nurse is performing an initial assessment of a client diagnosed with heart failure. The nurse also assesses the client’s sensorium and LOC. Why is the assessment of the client’s sensorium and LOC important in clients with heart failure?

A client newly diagnosed with hypertension asks the nurse what happens when uncontrolled hypertension is prolonged. The nurse explains that a client with prolonged, uncontrolled hypertension is at risk for developing what health problem?