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ATI TEAS (Test of Essential Academic Skills) Version 7 practice questions

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  1. 101.A patient is given a pamphlet about 'Understanding Your Diabetes Diagnosis.' The pamphlet includes sections such as 'What is Diabetes?', 'Managing Your Blood Sugar', 'Healthy Eating Habits', 'The Importance of Exercise', and 'Medication Management'. What organizational strategy does the arrangement of these sections primarily employ?Reading
  2. 102.A student is reading an article about the history of antibiotics. The article states: "The discovery of penicillin by Alexander Fleming in 1928 marked a pivotal moment in medicine, ushering in the 'golden age' of antibiotics. However, widespread and sometimes inappropriate use soon led to the emergence of antibiotic resistance. By the 1960s, the first cases of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) were reported, signaling a growing crisis. Today, antibiotic resistance is a major global health threat, necessitating urgent development of new drugs and responsible prescribing practices." What is the author's primary purpose in writing this paragraph?Reading
  3. 103.A patient's oral temperature was 99.8°F. What is this temperature in Celsius, rounded to the nearest tenth of a degree?Mathematics
  4. 104.A hospital cafeteria offers a 20% discount to all employees. If an employee's meal costs $12.50 before the discount and a 7% sales tax is applied to the discounted price, what is the final cost of the meal?Mathematics
  5. 105.A patient is given a pamphlet about managing chronic pain. One section is titled 'Understanding Your Pain Medications.' Another section is titled 'Non-Pharmacological Pain Management Strategies.' The pamphlet concludes with a section titled 'When to Contact Your Doctor.' Based on these titles, which of the following is the most likely overall purpose of the pamphlet?Reading
  6. 106.A patient is prescribed a medication for 14 days. The dosage is 2 tablets, 3 times a day. If each tablet contains 250 mg of the active ingredient, how many grams of the active ingredient will the patient consume over the entire course of treatment?Mathematics
  7. 107.A patient is given instructions for preparing for a colonoscopy: "The day before your procedure, you will begin a clear liquid diet. Avoid all solid foods. Examples of clear liquids include water, clear broth, apple juice (no pulp), plain gelatin (not red or purple), and clear sodas. Do not drink anything red or purple. You must also take the prescribed bowel preparation solution as directed, typically starting in the evening before the procedure and continuing into the morning of the procedure. Stop all liquids 2 hours prior to your scheduled arrival time." Why is it specifically advised to avoid red and purple liquids?Reading
  8. 108.A patient's physical therapy session lasted for 1 hour and 40 minutes. If the therapist charges $75 per hour, and rates are prorated for partial hours (rounded to the nearest quarter hour), how much will the patient be charged for this session?Mathematics
  9. 109.A research study tracked the number of hours patients spent in physical therapy each week. The recorded hours for 7 patients were: 3, 5, 4, 6, 3, 7, 5. What is the median number of hours spent in physical therapy?Mathematics
  10. 110.A medical assistant is reviewing a new patient's intake form. The patient indicates they have 'no known drug allergies (NKDA).' However, in the past medical history section, the patient listed 'rash and swelling after taking penicillin' five years ago. Which of the following is the most appropriate action for the medical assistant to take based on this discrepancy?Reading
  11. 111.A patient's blood glucose level is measured at 180 mg/dL. The target range for this patient is 80-120 mg/dL. What percentage above the target maximum is the patient's current blood glucose level?Mathematics
  12. 112.A medical assistant is preparing a patient for a blood draw. The patient asks, 'Why do I need to fast before this blood test?' The medical assistant explains, 'Fasting ensures that substances like glucose and lipids from recently consumed food do not artificially elevate your blood levels, which could lead to inaccurate test results.' Which of the following best describes the medical assistant's explanation?Reading
  13. 113.A patient is given a handout about managing their new diagnosis of Type 2 Diabetes. The handout includes a section on 'Dietary Management' which states: "Focus on whole, unprocessed foods. Limit refined carbohydrates, sugary drinks, and saturated fats. Increase intake of fiber-rich vegetables, lean proteins, and healthy fats. Portion control is essential. Regular meal times can help stabilize blood sugar levels." Based on this information, which of the following meals would be most appropriate for a patient with Type 2 Diabetes?Reading
  14. 114.A client is instructed to drink 2.5 liters of water daily. If they have already consumed 750 mL in the morning and 1.2 liters in the afternoon, how many more milliliters of water do they need to drink to meet their daily goal?Mathematics
  15. 115.A public health announcement states: 'Regular handwashing with soap and water for at least 20 seconds is crucial to prevent the spread of respiratory illnesses. This simple act reduces germs on your hands, thereby breaking the chain of infection.' What is the primary message the health authority is trying to convey?Reading
  16. 116.A nurse needs to administer 250 mg of a medication. The medication is available in a solution concentration of 125 mg per 5 mL. How many milliliters (mL) should the nurse administer?Mathematics
  17. 117.A researcher is tracking the growth of bacteria. The population doubles every 30 minutes. If the initial population is 100 bacteria, how many bacteria will there be after 2 hours?Mathematics
  18. 118.A nurse is educating a patient about managing their new diagnosis of hypertension. The nurse provides information on diet, exercise, medication adherence, and regular blood pressure monitoring. What is the primary purpose of providing such comprehensive patient education?Reading
  19. 119.A pharmaceutical company is testing a new drug. In the first phase, 1/3 of the participants reported side effects. In the second phase, 1/4 of the remaining participants reported side effects. What fraction of the total original participants reported side effects in the second phase?Mathematics
  20. 120.A medical assistant is preparing a patient for a blood draw. The patient asks, 'Why do I need to hold my arm still after you take the needle out?' Which of the following is the most appropriate response?Reading
  21. 121.A patient's medication is supplied in tablets, each containing 0.25 grams of the active ingredient. If a physician prescribes a dose of 500 milligrams (mg), how many tablets should the patient take?Mathematics
  22. 122.A nurse is preparing to administer an intravenous (IV) fluid. The order is for 1 liter of 0.9% NaCl to be infused over 8 hours. The IV tubing has a drop factor of 15 gtt/mL. How many drops per minute (gtt/min) should the nurse set the infusion rate to, rounded to the nearest whole number?Mathematics
  23. 123.A researcher is reviewing a study on the effectiveness of a new vaccine. The study abstract concludes: "Overall, the vaccine demonstrated a 95% efficacy rate against symptomatic infection in a Phase 3 randomized, placebo-controlled trial (N=30,000 participants). Mild injection site reactions were reported in 15% of vaccine recipients, compared to 5% in the placebo group. No serious adverse events were directly attributable to the vaccine. These findings support the vaccine's potential for widespread public health implementation, pending regulatory approval." Based on this abstract, which statement is the most reasonable inference regarding the vaccine's safety profile?Reading
  24. 124.A medical assistant is reviewing a new patient's intake form. The patient indicates they have a 'history of seasonal allergies' and 'currently taking OTC antihistamines PRN'. Additionally, under 'Social History', the patient states they 'smoke 1 pack per day x 10 years'. The medical assistant notes a discrepancy in the patient's medication list, where they listed 'no medications' during verbal intake. Which of the following inferences can be most reasonably drawn from this information?Reading
  25. 125.A technician is calibrating a measuring device using a set of instructions. Step 3 states: 'Adjust the fine-tuning knob clockwise until the indicator needle aligns precisely with the 0.00 mark. Ensure no parallax error by viewing the needle head-on.' What is the primary reason for the instruction to 'Ensure no parallax error by viewing the needle head-on'?Reading
  26. 126.A patient is given a pamphlet describing the symptoms of a heart attack. The pamphlet states: 'Symptoms can include chest pain or discomfort, shortness of breath, pain in one or both arms, back, neck, jaw, or stomach, and other symptoms such as lightheadedness or cold sweat. Women are more likely to experience symptoms like shortness of breath, nausea/vomiting, and back or jaw pain without chest pain.' What is the primary reason for differentiating symptoms by gender?Reading
  27. 127.A patient is given a brochure about a new fitness program. The brochure states: 'Our program guarantees weight loss results, but individual results may vary.' What is the primary purpose of the phrase 'individual results may vary'?Reading
  28. 128.A patient's medication is supplied in a vial containing 2.5 grams of powder. The instructions state to reconstitute the powder with 5 mL of sterile water to achieve a concentration of 500 mg/mL. How much powder was actually needed for this concentration?Mathematics
  29. 129.A healthcare professional is reviewing a patient's lab results. The report shows: * **Hemoglobin (Hgb):** 10.5 g/dL (Normal range: 12.0-16.0 g/dL) * **Hematocrit (Hct):** 32% (Normal range: 37-47%) * **Red Blood Cell (RBC) Count:** 3.8 x 10^6/µL (Normal range: 4.2-5.4 x 10^6/µL) * **Mean Corpuscular Volume (MCV):** 85 fL (Normal range: 80-100 fL) Based on these results, what is the most likely overall condition indicated for this patient?Reading
  30. 130.A patient is prescribed a new medication and receives the following instructions from the pharmacist: 'Take one tablet by mouth twice daily, with food. Do not crush or chew the tablet. Finish the entire course of medication, even if you feel better.' What is the most critical instruction for ensuring the medication's effectiveness and preventing resistance?Reading
  31. 131.A patient is prescribed a medication that comes in a solution of 500 mg/10 mL. The physician orders 0.75 grams of the medication. How many milliliters of the solution should the nurse administer?Mathematics
  32. 132.A patient's blood glucose level was 180 mg/dL. After administering insulin, the level dropped by 25% after 1 hour. What is the patient's blood glucose level after 1 hour, rounded to the nearest whole number?Mathematics
  33. 133.A patient is given a pamphlet on 'Understanding Your Diabetes Diagnosis.' The pamphlet includes sections on 'What is Diabetes?', 'Monitoring Your Blood Sugar,' 'Healthy Eating Habits,' and 'Medication Management.' Which of the following best describes the overall organizational strategy of this pamphlet?Reading
  34. 134.A nurse is preparing a continuous IV infusion. The order is for 1.5 liters of 0.9% Normal Saline to be infused over 10 hours. The IV tubing has a drop factor of 15 gtt/mL. What is the correct infusion rate in gtt/min?Mathematics
  35. 135.A public health announcement states: "To combat the growing opioid crisis, local health departments are implementing several new initiatives. These include expanding access to naloxone, increasing the availability of medication-assisted treatment (MAT) programs, and launching targeted educational campaigns on safe prescribing practices for healthcare providers. Additionally, community outreach programs will focus on reducing stigma associated with substance use disorder and connecting individuals to recovery resources." Which of the following statements best describes the overall strategy presented in the announcement?Reading
  36. 136.A patient is given a discharge summary that includes the following instruction: 'Avoid heavy lifting for 6 weeks post-surgery.' Which of the following is the most likely rationale for this instruction?Reading
  37. 137.A client is reviewing a new insurance policy document. One section is titled 'Exclusions and Limitations.' What is the most likely reason this section is included in the policy?Reading
  38. 138.A patient's blood pressure was recorded as 132/84 mmHg. Which of the following classifications best describes this reading?Mathematics
  39. 139.A medical assistant is preparing a 1:10 dilution of a disinfectant. If they start with 50 mL of the concentrated disinfectant, what is the total final volume of the diluted solution?Mathematics
  40. 140.A patient's temperature increased from 98.6°F to 102.2°F. What is the percentage increase in the patient's temperature (rounded to one decimal place)?Mathematics
  41. 141.A nurse is reviewing a patient's electronic health record (EHR) and sees a physician's note stating: 'Patient presents with acute onset of intense abdominal pain, guarding, and rebound tenderness. Labs show elevated WBC count. Suspect appendicitis. Consult surgery for emergent appendectomy.' What information from this note provides the strongest evidence for the physician's diagnosis?Reading
  42. 142.A public health announcement states: 'Recent studies indicate a strong correlation between regular physical activity and reduced risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease and Type 2 diabetes. While correlation does not imply causation, these findings underscore the importance of an active lifestyle for overall health.' What logical conclusion can be drawn from this announcement?Reading
  43. 143.A clinic's inventory shows 350 boxes of sterile gloves. Each box contains 100 pairs of gloves. If the clinic uses an average of 700 pairs of gloves per day, how many days will the current inventory last?Mathematics
  44. 144.A research study involves participants from three age groups: Group A (20-30 years), Group B (31-40 years), and Group C (41-50 years). The number of participants in these groups are in the ratio 3:5:2, respectively. If there are 150 participants in Group B, what is the total number of participants in the study?Mathematics
  45. 145.A clinic observes that 2 out of every 5 patients who schedule an appointment fail to show up. If the clinic schedules 120 appointments for a day, how many patients are expected to show up?Mathematics
  46. 146.A patient is given a discharge summary that includes the following instruction: 'Avoid heavy lifting (over 10 pounds) for the next 6 weeks.' What is the primary purpose of this instruction?Reading
  47. 147.A patient is given a discharge summary that includes the following instruction: 'Avoid heavy lifting for 6 weeks post-surgery to prevent incisional hernia.' What is the primary purpose of this instruction?Reading
  48. 148.A nurse is recording a patient's fluid intake. The patient consumed 0.75 liters of water, 400 mL of juice, and 2 cups of broth. If 1 cup = 240 mL, what is the total fluid intake in milliliters (mL)?Mathematics
  49. 149.A public health announcement states: 'Recent studies indicate a strong correlation between regular consumption of ultra-processed foods and an increased risk of chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease. These foods, often high in sugar, unhealthy fats, and artificial additives, contribute to inflammation and metabolic dysfunction. We urge the public to prioritize whole, unprocessed foods for better long-term health.' Which of the following is the most logical conclusion that can be drawn from this announcement?Reading
  50. 150.A nurse is educating a new mother on safe sleep practices for infants. The nurse provides a pamphlet that states: "Always place your baby on their back to sleep, for naps and at night. Use a firm sleep surface, such as a crib mattress, covered with a fitted sheet. Keep the crib free of loose bedding, blankets, pillows, bumpers, and soft toys. Share your room, not your bed, with your baby for at least the first 6 months. Avoid smoking, alcohol, and illicit drug use during pregnancy and after birth. Offer a pacifier at naptime and bedtime, but do not force it." Which of the following practices, if observed, would indicate the mother needs further education on safe infant sleep?Reading