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Learn how to identify the main idea in a passage with this HESI-A2 reading comprehension question. Master distinguishing between main ideas and supporting details for improved test performance.

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Main Idea & Supporting Details HESI A2 Practice Questions

Free Main Idea & Supporting Details practice questions for the HESI A2 exam with detailed rationales.

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What is the main idea of the passage?
The ED is a stressful environment for healthcare professionals.
The ED provides immediate care for acute medical conditions.
Patients in the ED are always admitted to the hospital.
The ED is the least important department in a hospital.