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TEAS 7 Exam Version 1-3 (3 Different Versions)
Actual Exam 2026/2027 | Complete Exam-Style
Questions | 100% Verified – Detailed Rationales –
Pass Guaranteed – A+ Graded
TABLE OF CONTENTS
VERSION 1
Section 1 | Reading | Q1 – Q45
Section 2 | Mathematics | Q46 – Q90
Section 3 | Science | Q91 – Q135
Section 4 | English and Language Usage | Q136 – Q180
VERSION 2
Section 1 | Reading | Q181 – Q225
Section 2 | Mathematics | Q226 – Q270
Section 3 | Science | Q271 – Q315
Section 4 | English and Language Usage | Q316 – Q360
VERSION 3
Section 1 | Reading | Q361 – Q405
Section 2 | Mathematics | Q406 – Q450
Section 3 | Science | Q451 – Q495
Section 4 | English and Language Usage | Q496 – Q540
Instructions: Choose the single best answer. Pass: 75% in 480 minutes.
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VERSION 1 — SECTION 1: READING Q1 – Q45
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Question 1 of 540
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A nursing student is reviewing a hospital's policy manual on patient safety protocols. The manual
states that all staff must verify patient identity using two identifiers before administering
medication, document any discrepancies immediately in the electronic health record, and report
near-miss events during the weekly safety huddle. The primary purpose of this passage is to:
A. encourage nurses to attend weekly staff meetings regularly
B. outline specific procedures staff must follow to ensure patient safety ✓ CORRECT
C. criticize current documentation methods used in hospitals
D. compare electronic records with traditional paper charting
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The passage lists three concrete actions staff must take regarding patient identity
verification, documentation, and reporting, which clearly serves to outline safety procedures.
Option A misinterprets the weekly huddle as a general meeting rather than a safety-specific
reporting mechanism. The tone is procedural and directive, not critical or comparative.
Question 2 of 540
During a health sciences lecture, the professor distributes a passage about the discovery of
penicillin. The text describes how Alexander Fleming noticed mold contaminating a bacterial
culture plate, observed that bacteria failed to grow near the mold, and subsequently isolated the
active compound. The professor asks what inference can be drawn about Fleming's approach to
research. The best inference is that Fleming:
A. preferred working with fungal organisms over bacteria
B. deliberately set out to discover a new antibiotic medication
C. demonstrated careful observation of unexpected laboratory results ✓ CORRECT
D. immediately recognized the commercial value of his finding
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The passage emphasizes that Fleming noticed an accidental mold contamination and
observed the resulting bacterial inhibition, which points to keen observational skills rather than
planned discovery. Option B is tempting because penicillin is an antibiotic, but the text indicates
the discovery was serendipitous, not deliberate. Real exam questions often test whether you
distinguish between what happened and what might have been intended.
Question 3 of 540
A medical journal article discusses the relationship between sleep deprivation and cognitive
decline in shift workers. The author presents data from three longitudinal studies, notes that
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correlation does not prove causation, and suggests further research into circadian rhythm
disruption. The author's main concern in this passage is to:
A. prove that shift work permanently damages brain function
B. encourage workers to avoid night shifts entirely
C. present evidence of a link while acknowledging research limitations ✓ CORRECT
D. compare three different sleep disorders in clinical populations
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The author presents study data supporting a connection between sleep deprivation and
cognitive decline while explicitly noting that correlation is not causation, which shows balanced
presentation with acknowledged limits. Option A overstates the case by using "permanently
damages," which is stronger than the cautious correlation the author describes. The passage is
analytical rather than prescriptive or comparative.
Question 4 of 540
A patient education brochure contains the following sentence: "The medication should be taken
prophylactically to prevent infection following dental procedures." Based on the context of the
sentence, the word "prophylactically" most nearly means:
A. as needed for pain relief
B. after symptoms become severe
C. as a preventive measure before infection occurs ✓ CORRECT
D. only when prescribed by a specialist
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The context indicates the medication is taken to prevent infection, which aligns with
the definition of prophylactic as preventive or protective. Option A describes PRN pain
management, which contradicts the preventive purpose stated in the sentence. Context clues in
medical texts often hinge on purpose words like "to prevent."
Question 5 of 540
An anatomy textbook explains that the epiglottis is a flap of cartilage located at the base of the
tongue. During swallowing, it closes over the larynx to prevent food and liquid from entering the
trachea. After swallowing is complete, the epiglottis returns to its resting position to allow air to
pass into the lungs. According to the passage, which of the following statements is accurate?
A. The epiglottis remains closed during normal breathing
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B. The epiglottis functions as a valve during the swallowing process ✓ CORRECT
C. The epiglottis is composed entirely of muscular tissue
D. The epiglottis directs food into the lungs after swallowing
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The passage describes the epiglottis closing during swallowing and reopening
afterward, which matches the function of a temporary valve or flap. Option A contradicts the
text, which states the epiglottis returns to resting position to allow airflow. Option D reverses the
actual function described in the passage.
Question 6 of 540
A hospital administrator emails the nursing staff about upcoming changes to the electronic health
record system. The email states that the current software will be replaced to improve
interoperability with pharmacy systems, reduce documentation redundancy, and streamline
billing procedures. The administrator's primary purpose in writing this email is to:
A. complain about inefficiencies in the current software program
B. inform staff about system changes and their intended benefits ✓ CORRECT
C. request that nurses learn pharmacy dispensing procedures
D. justify budget cuts to the information technology department
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The email announces a software replacement and lists three specific improvements it
will bring, which constitutes informative communication about change and rationale. Option A
suggests a complaining tone, but administrative communications about upgrades are typically
neutral and forward-looking. The mention of pharmacy systems refers to interoperability, not
nursing duties.
Question 7 of 540
A nutrition textbook passage describes how soluble fiber dissolves in water to form a gel-like
substance in the digestive tract. This gel slows gastric emptying, which helps regulate blood
sugar levels, and binds with cholesterol to facilitate its excretion. A student who reads this
passage could reasonably conclude that:
A. all types of fiber function identically in the human body
B. insoluble fiber is more effective than soluble fiber for cholesterol reduction
C. soluble fiber affects both carbohydrate metabolism and lipid levels ✓ CORRECT
TEAS 7 Exam Version 1-3 (3 Different Versions)
Actual Exam 2026/2027 | Complete Exam-Style
Questions | 100% Verified – Detailed Rationales –
Pass Guaranteed – A+ Graded
TABLE OF CONTENTS
VERSION 1
Section 1 | Reading | Q1 – Q45
Section 2 | Mathematics | Q46 – Q90
Section 3 | Science | Q91 – Q135
Section 4 | English and Language Usage | Q136 – Q180
VERSION 2
Section 1 | Reading | Q181 – Q225
Section 2 | Mathematics | Q226 – Q270
Section 3 | Science | Q271 – Q315
Section 4 | English and Language Usage | Q316 – Q360
VERSION 3
Section 1 | Reading | Q361 – Q405
Section 2 | Mathematics | Q406 – Q450
Section 3 | Science | Q451 – Q495
Section 4 | English and Language Usage | Q496 – Q540
Instructions: Choose the single best answer. Pass: 75% in 480 minutes.
══════════════════════════════════════
VERSION 1 — SECTION 1: READING Q1 – Q45
══════════════════════════════════════
Question 1 of 540
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A nursing student is reviewing a hospital's policy manual on patient safety protocols. The manual
states that all staff must verify patient identity using two identifiers before administering
medication, document any discrepancies immediately in the electronic health record, and report
near-miss events during the weekly safety huddle. The primary purpose of this passage is to:
A. encourage nurses to attend weekly staff meetings regularly
B. outline specific procedures staff must follow to ensure patient safety ✓ CORRECT
C. criticize current documentation methods used in hospitals
D. compare electronic records with traditional paper charting
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The passage lists three concrete actions staff must take regarding patient identity
verification, documentation, and reporting, which clearly serves to outline safety procedures.
Option A misinterprets the weekly huddle as a general meeting rather than a safety-specific
reporting mechanism. The tone is procedural and directive, not critical or comparative.
Question 2 of 540
During a health sciences lecture, the professor distributes a passage about the discovery of
penicillin. The text describes how Alexander Fleming noticed mold contaminating a bacterial
culture plate, observed that bacteria failed to grow near the mold, and subsequently isolated the
active compound. The professor asks what inference can be drawn about Fleming's approach to
research. The best inference is that Fleming:
A. preferred working with fungal organisms over bacteria
B. deliberately set out to discover a new antibiotic medication
C. demonstrated careful observation of unexpected laboratory results ✓ CORRECT
D. immediately recognized the commercial value of his finding
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The passage emphasizes that Fleming noticed an accidental mold contamination and
observed the resulting bacterial inhibition, which points to keen observational skills rather than
planned discovery. Option B is tempting because penicillin is an antibiotic, but the text indicates
the discovery was serendipitous, not deliberate. Real exam questions often test whether you
distinguish between what happened and what might have been intended.
Question 3 of 540
A medical journal article discusses the relationship between sleep deprivation and cognitive
decline in shift workers. The author presents data from three longitudinal studies, notes that
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correlation does not prove causation, and suggests further research into circadian rhythm
disruption. The author's main concern in this passage is to:
A. prove that shift work permanently damages brain function
B. encourage workers to avoid night shifts entirely
C. present evidence of a link while acknowledging research limitations ✓ CORRECT
D. compare three different sleep disorders in clinical populations
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The author presents study data supporting a connection between sleep deprivation and
cognitive decline while explicitly noting that correlation is not causation, which shows balanced
presentation with acknowledged limits. Option A overstates the case by using "permanently
damages," which is stronger than the cautious correlation the author describes. The passage is
analytical rather than prescriptive or comparative.
Question 4 of 540
A patient education brochure contains the following sentence: "The medication should be taken
prophylactically to prevent infection following dental procedures." Based on the context of the
sentence, the word "prophylactically" most nearly means:
A. as needed for pain relief
B. after symptoms become severe
C. as a preventive measure before infection occurs ✓ CORRECT
D. only when prescribed by a specialist
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The context indicates the medication is taken to prevent infection, which aligns with
the definition of prophylactic as preventive or protective. Option A describes PRN pain
management, which contradicts the preventive purpose stated in the sentence. Context clues in
medical texts often hinge on purpose words like "to prevent."
Question 5 of 540
An anatomy textbook explains that the epiglottis is a flap of cartilage located at the base of the
tongue. During swallowing, it closes over the larynx to prevent food and liquid from entering the
trachea. After swallowing is complete, the epiglottis returns to its resting position to allow air to
pass into the lungs. According to the passage, which of the following statements is accurate?
A. The epiglottis remains closed during normal breathing
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B. The epiglottis functions as a valve during the swallowing process ✓ CORRECT
C. The epiglottis is composed entirely of muscular tissue
D. The epiglottis directs food into the lungs after swallowing
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The passage describes the epiglottis closing during swallowing and reopening
afterward, which matches the function of a temporary valve or flap. Option A contradicts the
text, which states the epiglottis returns to resting position to allow airflow. Option D reverses the
actual function described in the passage.
Question 6 of 540
A hospital administrator emails the nursing staff about upcoming changes to the electronic health
record system. The email states that the current software will be replaced to improve
interoperability with pharmacy systems, reduce documentation redundancy, and streamline
billing procedures. The administrator's primary purpose in writing this email is to:
A. complain about inefficiencies in the current software program
B. inform staff about system changes and their intended benefits ✓ CORRECT
C. request that nurses learn pharmacy dispensing procedures
D. justify budget cuts to the information technology department
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The email announces a software replacement and lists three specific improvements it
will bring, which constitutes informative communication about change and rationale. Option A
suggests a complaining tone, but administrative communications about upgrades are typically
neutral and forward-looking. The mention of pharmacy systems refers to interoperability, not
nursing duties.
Question 7 of 540
A nutrition textbook passage describes how soluble fiber dissolves in water to form a gel-like
substance in the digestive tract. This gel slows gastric emptying, which helps regulate blood
sugar levels, and binds with cholesterol to facilitate its excretion. A student who reads this
passage could reasonably conclude that:
A. all types of fiber function identically in the human body
B. insoluble fiber is more effective than soluble fiber for cholesterol reduction
C. soluble fiber affects both carbohydrate metabolism and lipid levels ✓ CORRECT
