ATI TEAS 7 Reading Practice Questions Set 1
Key Ideas and Details
1. Passage: Nurses must monitor patients’ vital signs regularly. A normal resting heart rate
ranges from 60 to 100 beats per minute. Elevated rates may indicate stress or illness.
What is the normal range for a resting heart rate?
A. 60–100 beats per minute
B. 50–90 beats per minute
C. 70–110 beats per minute
D. 80–120 beats per minute
2. Passage: Proper hand hygiene reduces hospital-acquired infections. Washing hands with
soap for 20 seconds is effective. Alcohol-based sanitizers are an alternative when soap is
unavailable. What is an alternative to washing hands with soap?
A. Alcohol-based sanitizers
B. Warm water rinse
C. Dry wiping
D. Antibacterial spray
3. Passage: The human skeleton supports the body and protects organs. The skull shields
the brain, and the rib cage guards the heart and lungs. What does the rib cage protect?
A. Heart and lungs
B. Brain and spinal cord
C. Liver and kidneys
D. Stomach and intestines
4. Passage: A balanced diet includes carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. Carbohydrates pro-
vide quick energy, proteins build tissues, and fats store energy. What is the primary
function of proteins?
A. Build tissues
B. Store energy
C. Provide quick energy
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, D. Regulate temperature
5. Passage: CPR is a lifesaving technique used during cardiac arrest. It involves chest com-
pressions at a rate of 100–120 per minute to restore circulation. What is the purpose of
CPR?
A. Restore circulation
B. Clear airways
C. Reduce fever
D. Stabilize fractures
6. Passage: The respiratory system delivers oxygen to the blood. Air enters through the
nose, passes through the trachea, and reaches the lungs. Where does air go after the
trachea?
A. Lungs
B. Heart
C. Stomach
D. Kidneys
7. Passage: Patient charts include medical history, medications, and allergies. Accurate
records ensure safe and effective treatment. Why are accurate patient charts important?
A. Ensure safe treatment
B. Reduce hospital costs
C. Simplify scheduling
D. Track staff hours
8. Passage: Vaccines stimulate the immune system to fight diseases. They contain weakened
pathogens that trigger antibody production. What do vaccines trigger?
A. Antibody production
B. Hormone release
C. Muscle growth
D. Blood clotting
9. Passage: Physical therapy helps patients recover mobility after injury. Exercises improve
strength and flexibility over weeks or months. What is the goal of physical therapy?
A. Recover mobility
B. Lower blood pressure
C. Enhance vision
D. Improve digestion
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, 10. Passage: The heart pumps blood through arteries and veins. Arteries carry oxygenated
blood away from the heart, while veins return deoxygenated blood. What do arteries
carry?
A. Oxygenated blood
B. Deoxygenated blood
C. Lymph fluid
D. Digestive enzymes
11. Passage: Diabetes affects blood sugar regulation. Type 1 requires insulin injections,
while Type 2 may be managed with diet and medication. How is Type 1 diabetes typically
treated?
A. Insulin injections
B. Diet changes only
C. Surgery
D. Physical therapy
12. Passage: A first aid kit should include bandages, antiseptic wipes, and scissors. These
items treat minor cuts and prevent infection. What is the purpose of antiseptic wipes?
A. Prevent infection
B. Stop bleeding
C. Reduce swelling
D. Clean equipment
13. Passage: The digestive system breaks down food into nutrients. The stomach uses acid to
digest proteins, and the small intestine absorbs nutrients. Where are nutrients absorbed?
A. Small intestine
B. Stomach
C. Large intestine
D. Esophagus
14. Passage: Medical imaging, like X-rays and MRIs, helps diagnose conditions. X-rays
show bones, while MRIs reveal soft tissues. What do MRIs reveal?
A. Soft tissues
B. Bones
C. Blood cells
D. Nerve impulses
15. Passage: Stress can increase heart rate and blood pressure. Relaxation techniques, such
as deep breathing, help reduce these effects. What can deep breathing reduce?
A. Heart rate
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Key Ideas and Details
1. Passage: Nurses must monitor patients’ vital signs regularly. A normal resting heart rate
ranges from 60 to 100 beats per minute. Elevated rates may indicate stress or illness.
What is the normal range for a resting heart rate?
A. 60–100 beats per minute
B. 50–90 beats per minute
C. 70–110 beats per minute
D. 80–120 beats per minute
2. Passage: Proper hand hygiene reduces hospital-acquired infections. Washing hands with
soap for 20 seconds is effective. Alcohol-based sanitizers are an alternative when soap is
unavailable. What is an alternative to washing hands with soap?
A. Alcohol-based sanitizers
B. Warm water rinse
C. Dry wiping
D. Antibacterial spray
3. Passage: The human skeleton supports the body and protects organs. The skull shields
the brain, and the rib cage guards the heart and lungs. What does the rib cage protect?
A. Heart and lungs
B. Brain and spinal cord
C. Liver and kidneys
D. Stomach and intestines
4. Passage: A balanced diet includes carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. Carbohydrates pro-
vide quick energy, proteins build tissues, and fats store energy. What is the primary
function of proteins?
A. Build tissues
B. Store energy
C. Provide quick energy
1
, D. Regulate temperature
5. Passage: CPR is a lifesaving technique used during cardiac arrest. It involves chest com-
pressions at a rate of 100–120 per minute to restore circulation. What is the purpose of
CPR?
A. Restore circulation
B. Clear airways
C. Reduce fever
D. Stabilize fractures
6. Passage: The respiratory system delivers oxygen to the blood. Air enters through the
nose, passes through the trachea, and reaches the lungs. Where does air go after the
trachea?
A. Lungs
B. Heart
C. Stomach
D. Kidneys
7. Passage: Patient charts include medical history, medications, and allergies. Accurate
records ensure safe and effective treatment. Why are accurate patient charts important?
A. Ensure safe treatment
B. Reduce hospital costs
C. Simplify scheduling
D. Track staff hours
8. Passage: Vaccines stimulate the immune system to fight diseases. They contain weakened
pathogens that trigger antibody production. What do vaccines trigger?
A. Antibody production
B. Hormone release
C. Muscle growth
D. Blood clotting
9. Passage: Physical therapy helps patients recover mobility after injury. Exercises improve
strength and flexibility over weeks or months. What is the goal of physical therapy?
A. Recover mobility
B. Lower blood pressure
C. Enhance vision
D. Improve digestion
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, 10. Passage: The heart pumps blood through arteries and veins. Arteries carry oxygenated
blood away from the heart, while veins return deoxygenated blood. What do arteries
carry?
A. Oxygenated blood
B. Deoxygenated blood
C. Lymph fluid
D. Digestive enzymes
11. Passage: Diabetes affects blood sugar regulation. Type 1 requires insulin injections,
while Type 2 may be managed with diet and medication. How is Type 1 diabetes typically
treated?
A. Insulin injections
B. Diet changes only
C. Surgery
D. Physical therapy
12. Passage: A first aid kit should include bandages, antiseptic wipes, and scissors. These
items treat minor cuts and prevent infection. What is the purpose of antiseptic wipes?
A. Prevent infection
B. Stop bleeding
C. Reduce swelling
D. Clean equipment
13. Passage: The digestive system breaks down food into nutrients. The stomach uses acid to
digest proteins, and the small intestine absorbs nutrients. Where are nutrients absorbed?
A. Small intestine
B. Stomach
C. Large intestine
D. Esophagus
14. Passage: Medical imaging, like X-rays and MRIs, helps diagnose conditions. X-rays
show bones, while MRIs reveal soft tissues. What do MRIs reveal?
A. Soft tissues
B. Bones
C. Blood cells
D. Nerve impulses
15. Passage: Stress can increase heart rate and blood pressure. Relaxation techniques, such
as deep breathing, help reduce these effects. What can deep breathing reduce?
A. Heart rate
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