TEAS Foundations for Nursing Success

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This material has 20 questions with answers and rationales. Here are the first 5.

1. 1.A learner asks how TEAS preparation differs from NCLEX preparation. Which response is most accurate?

   • A.TEAS evaluates academic readiness, while NCLEX evaluates entry-level nursing competence.
   • B.TEAS and NCLEX are different names for the same licensure examination.
   • C.Passing TEAS authorizes a graduate to practice as a practical nurse.
   • D.TEAS primarily evaluates independent management of unstable clients.

   Rationale: A is correct because TEAS is an entrance-level academic assessment and NCLEX is a licensure examination. B incorrectly treats two distinct examinations as equivalent. C is wrong because TEAS does not grant a nursing license. D describes a clinical responsibility beyond the principal purpose of TEAS.

2. 2.A client declines a scheduled medication and states, "It made me dizzy yesterday." Which documentation is most appropriate?

   • A.Client is noncompliant and does not understand treatment.
   • B.Client refused medication because the medication is unsafe.
   • C.Client declined the scheduled dose, reporting dizziness after yesterday's dose; assessment findings and prescriber notification documented.
   • D.Client appears manipulative and requires stronger instructions.

   Rationale: C records the client's report and relevant follow-up objectively. A labels the client and assumes lack of understanding. B asserts that the medication is unsafe without establishing that conclusion. D uses a judgmental description rather than observable findings and appropriate assessment.

3. 3.A prescription is for 375 mg of an oral medication. The label reads 250 mg per 5 mL. How many mL should the nurse prepare after verifying that the dose is appropriate?

   • A.1.5 mL
   • B.7.5 mL
   • C.12.5 mL
   • D.75 mL

   Rationale: B is correct: 375 mg x 5 mL / 250 mg = 7.5 mL. A omits the full volume relationship. C is not supported by the ratio provided. D is a tenfold error and should also be rejected through estimation.

4. 4.A child weighs 22 lb. A medication is prescribed at 30 mg/kg/day divided into three equal doses. Using 2.2 lb/kg, what is the amount per dose?

   • A.30 mg
   • B.100 mg
   • C.300 mg
   • D.660 mg

   Answer and rationale are in the full material.

5. 5.An order calls for 1,000 mL of intravenous fluid over 8 hours. What pump rate delivers the prescribed volume?

   • A.80 mL/hr
   • B.100 mL/hr
   • C.125 mL/hr
   • D.800 mL/hr

   Answer and rationale are in the full material.