TI TEAS 7 Science Practice Test 2025/2026 –
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Updated Questions with Correct Answers &
Expert Rationales
Student Name:_________________________ Date:_______________
Time Limit:60 minutesTotal Questions:50
Instructions
omplete all 50 multiple-choice questions within the 60-minute time limit. Read each question carefully
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and select the single best answer. This test covers human body systems, chemistry in the body, scientific
reasoning, and cell structure and function, with application-based items as per the TEAS 7 format.
Calculators are not permitted. Good luck!
Section 1: Human Body Systems (Questions 1–15)
Question 1
hich structure in the respiratory system is responsible for gas exchange?
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A. Trachea
B.Alveoli
C. Bronchi
D. Diaphragm
orrect Answer:B. Alveoli
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Explanation: Alveoli are tiny air sacs in the lungswhere oxygen and carbon dioxide are exchanged with
the bloodstream. The trachea (A) conducts air, bronchi (C) branch into smaller airways, and the
diaphragm (D) aids in breathing but does not perform gas exchange.
Question 2
, client reports chest pain and shortness of breath. Which body system should the nurse assess first?
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A. Digestive
B.Cardiovascular
C. Musculoskeletal
D. Endocrine
orrect Answer:B. Cardiovascular
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Explanation: Chest pain and shortness of breath suggestissues with the cardiovascular or respiratory
system, but cardiovascular (e.g., heart attack) is prioritized due to potential severity. Digestive (A),
musculoskeletal (C), and endocrine (D) systems are less likely causes.
Question 3
hich organ in the digestive system primarily absorbs water from digested food?
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A. Stomach
B. Small intestine
C.Large intestine
D. Pancreas
orrect Answer:C. Large intestine
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Explanation: The large intestine absorbs water, formingsolid feces. The stomach (A) breaks down food,
the small intestine (B) absorbs nutrients, and the pancreas (D) produces digestive enzymes.
Question 4
hat is the primary function of the nephrons in the kidneys?
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A. Produce urine
B.Filter blood and regulate fluid balance
C. Store urine
D. Secrete hormones
orrect Answer:B. Filter blood and regulate fluidbalance
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Explanation: Nephrons filter blood, remove waste,and regulate fluid/electrolyte balance to produce
urine. Producing urine (A) is a result, not the primary function; the bladder stores urine (C), and hormone
secretion (D) is secondary.
Question 5
hich part of the brain regulates heart rate and breathing?
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A. Cerebrum
, . Cerebellum
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C.Medulla oblongata
D. Hypothalamus
orrect Answer:C. Medulla oblongata
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Explanation: The medulla oblongata controls involuntaryfunctions like heart rate and breathing. The
cerebrum (A) manages higher functions, the cerebellum (B) coordinates movement, and the hypothalamus
(D) regulates hormones and homeostasis.
Question 6
client with a fractured femur is at risk for which complication due to immobility?
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A.Pulmonary embolism
B. Hyperglycemia
C. Acid reflux
D. Kidney stones
orrect Answer:A. Pulmonary embolism
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Explanation: Immobility increases the risk of bloodclots, which can lead to pulmonary embolism.
Hyperglycemia (B), acid reflux (C), and kidney stones (D) are less directly related to immobility.
Question 7
hich structure in the heart prevents backflow of blood from the ventricles to the atria?
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A.Atrioventricular valves
B. Semilunar valves
C. Coronary arteries
D. Chordae tendineae
orrect Answer:A. Atrioventricular valves
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Explanation: Atrioventricular valves (mitral andtricuspid) prevent backflow from ventricles to atria.
Semilunar valves (B) prevent backflow from arteries, coronary arteries (C) supply blood, and chordae
tendineae (D) anchor valves.
Question 8
hich muscle type is responsible for involuntary contractions in the digestive tract?
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A. Skeletal
B.Smooth