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Punctuation

Why This Matters for Nursing: Proper punctuation ensures clarity in documentation. A misplaced comma can change meaning entirely. Clear, correctly punctuated notes protect patients and provide legal documentation.

What You Need to Know

Punctuation marks organize writing and clarify meaning. The TEAS focuses on commas, apostrophes, semicolons, and colons.

Punctuation Decision Guide What do you need? Separate items 2 clauses Ownership , Comma pain, nausea, dizziness Independent clauses? + FANBOYS , + FANBOYS She worked, but he rested. no conj. ; Semicolon She worked; he rested. ' Apostrophe nurse's chart

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