TEAS-7 Sample Questions & Answers

A healthcare provider is preparing a 500 mL IV bag of a medication that needs to be administered over 4 hours. The IV tubing has a drop factor of 15 gtt/mL. To what drip rate, in drops per minute (gtt/min), should the nurse set the IV pump?

During the process of cellular respiration, glucose is broken down to produce ATP. The process involves several stages. Which of the following correctly sequences the main stages of aerobic cellular respiration?

The pH scale is a logarithmic measure of hydrogen ion concentration. A solution with a pH of 4 is ten times more acidic than a solution with a pH of 5.

A passage argues that mandatory vaccination policies in schools are essential for maintaining herd immunity and protecting vulnerable populations. The author cites data from the World Health Organization showing a resurgence of measles in communities with low vaccination rates. The author dismisses counterarguments by labeling them as 'unscientific paranoia.' Which of the following represents the primary purpose of this text?

A nurse needs to calculate the area of a circular pressure ulcer to document its size. The diameter of the wound is measured to be 6 cm. Using the formula for the area of a circle, A = πr², what is the area of the ulcer? (Use π ≈ 3.14)

In a patient with severe liver disease (cirrhosis), the synthesis of plasma proteins like albumin is significantly reduced. What is the most likely physiological consequence of this condition?

The word 'nephrotoxic' refers to a substance that is damaging to the kidneys. This term is constructed from word parts. Which part of 'nephrotoxic' means 'poisonous' or 'harmful'?

Case Study: The Debate Over Raw Milk

Paragraph 1: Raw, unpasteurized milk has gained popularity among some consumers who believe it offers superior health benefits, including better nutrition and beneficial probiotics, compared to its pasteurized counterpart. Advocates claim that the heat treatment of pasteurization destroys essential enzymes and vitamins, rendering the milk less wholesome. They often point to a pastoral ideal of consuming food in its most natural state, free from industrial processing. This movement is supported by small-scale dairy farmers who market their product as a premium, natural alternative.

Paragraph 2: Conversely, a broad consensus within the public health and medical communities strongly advises against the consumption of raw milk. Organizations like the FDA and CDC warn that raw milk can harbor dangerous pathogens, such as Salmonella, E. coli, and Listeria, which are eliminated through pasteurization. They present data linking raw milk consumption to numerous outbreaks of foodborne illness, some resulting in severe and life-threatening conditions, particularly in children, the elderly, and immunocompromised individuals. These organizations maintain that the nutritional benefits of pasteurization far outweigh the minimal nutrient loss, which is often negligible for most vitamins and does not affect key minerals like calcium.

Based on the information presented in the case study, which statement best evaluates the arguments from both sides?

A scientist performs an experiment to test the effect of a new fertilizer on plant growth. Three groups of plants are used: Group A receives no fertilizer, Group B receives 10 mL of fertilizer, and Group C receives 20 mL. All other conditions (light, water, soil) are kept identical. After four weeks, the average height of the plants in each group is measured. In this experiment, what is the dependent variable?

A patient's prescription is for 0.125 mg of a medication. The pharmacy supplies the medication in tablets that are 250 mcg each. How many tablets should the nurse administer?