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Reading: Key Ideas and Details sits inside the Reading section of the TEAS 7. Our bank holds 137 verified items tagged to it, and the 4 below are a fixed sample so the page stays the same every time you open it. Each one shows the reasoning, not just the letter.

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Reading: Key Ideas and Details sample questions

Question 1

Read the following passage: "The heart is a muscular organ that pumps blood throughout the body. It has four chambers: the right atrium, right ventricle, left atrium, and left ventricle. The right side receives deoxygenated blood from the body and pumps it to the lungs, while the left side receives oxygenated blood from the lungs and pumps it to the body." What is the main idea of this passage?

  1. A The left atrium receives blood from the lungs.
  2. B The right ventricle pumps blood to the lungs.
  3. C The heart pumps blood and has two sides with different functions.
  4. D The heart has four chambers.
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Correct answer: C

The passage first states the heart's overall function (pumping blood) and then explains that the right and left sides have distinct roles in circulation. This is the central point.

Why the other options are wrong:
A: This is a specific detail about the left atrium, not the main idea.
B: This is a specific detail about the right ventricle, not the overarching idea.
D: While true, this is a supporting detail, not the main idea.

Question 2

Passage: 'Hand hygiene is the single most important measure to prevent healthcare-associated infections. Alcohol-based hand rubs are preferred when hands are not visibly soiled. Soap and water should be used when hands are visibly dirty or after caring for patients with Clostridioides difficile.' What is the main idea of this passage?

  1. A Hand hygiene is crucial for infection control, with specific methods depending on conditions.
  2. B Healthcare workers should wash hands only after patient contact.
  3. C Alcohol-based hand rubs are always better than soap and water.
  4. D Clostridioides difficile infections are the most common in hospitals.
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Correct answer: A

The passage states hand hygiene is most important and gives guidance on when to use each method. Option A captures that.

Why the other options are wrong:
B: The passage implies hand hygiene is important generally, not only after patient contact.
C: The passage says alcohol rubs are preferred when hands not visibly soiled, not always better.
D: C. diff is mentioned as a specific case, not as most common.

Question 3

Passage: 'The nurse noticed that the patient's breathing became shallow after the medication was administered. The patient also reported feeling dizzy. The nurse decided to monitor the patient closely for the next hour.' What is the main idea of the passage?

  1. A The nurse ignored the patient's symptoms.
  2. B The patient's breathing was normal.
  3. C The nurse administered medication incorrectly.
  4. D The patient experienced side effects from the medication.
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Correct answer: D

The passage describes the patient developing shallow breathing and dizziness after medication, which are side effects. The nurse's response (monitoring) confirms concern about these effects.

Why the other options are wrong:
A: The nurse actively decided to monitor the patient, showing attention, not ignoring.
B: The passage states the breathing became shallow, which is not normal.
C: There is no evidence that the nurse made an error; the passage simply reports the patient's reaction.

Question 4

After reviewing Mr. Chen's lab results, Dr. Blake noted the elevated creatinine level and immediately ordered a renal ultrasound. She also prescribed increased fluid intake and scheduled a follow-up in 48 hours. The nurse observed that Mr. Chen had been taking ibuprofen regularly for chronic knee pain. Based on the passage, what can be inferred about Mr. Chen's condition?

  1. A Mr. Chen needs surgery on his knee.
  2. B Mr. Chen may have impaired kidney function.
  3. C Mr. Chen's ibuprofen use is unrelated to his lab results.
  4. D Mr. Chen has a urinary tract infection.
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Correct answer: B

Elevated creatinine is a marker of kidney function, and ordering a renal ultrasound plus increasing fluids suggests concern about the kidneys. The mention of ibuprofen (which can affect kidneys) supports the inference of possible kidney impairment.

Why the other options are wrong:
A: The passage discusses knee pain, but the current actions are renal-focused, not surgical.
C: The nurse's observation of ibuprofen use is likely relevant, as NSAIDs can affect renal function; it is connected.
D: There is no mention of infection or symptoms like fever or dysuria; the focus is on creatinine and kidneys.

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