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Oct 31, 2009 02:12 AM

Just getting started

by Livy022

I am taking my TEAS in 10 days. I'm trying to find as much information on what it's about and how to prepare for it. There is a study guide available for $60. Should I buy it? I scored very high on my GRE's in mathematics. My understanding is that the TEAS are a basic review of biology and mathematics. Nursing programs are very competitive to get into where I am. I want to make sure that I am the strongest candidate possible because I want to start fall 2010. The TEAS are a requirement for entrance into the program that I really want to get into (other programs around me don't require them). Really my question is, how should I prepare? Please help. I'm getting very nervous.


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No. 1
from pandora44
Old Oct 31, 2009, 02:35 AM

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Naw, save your money. You'll soon learn that there is a test guide for EVERYTHING but they are not always helpful. It sounds like you are a good student and will likely do fine. Besides, how much cramming can you do in ten days? Take a deep breathe. It'll be ok.
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from Livy022
Old Oct 31, 2009, 02:40 AM

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I've been looking on the internet and all I can tell is that the TEA exam is all math. Basic algebra, equations and such. Do you know what else they entail?
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from pandora44
Old Oct 31, 2009, 03:15 AM

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No, but I googled it and found this site. Looks like a general knowledge/weed out those who won't pass 1st semester anyway test.

http://www.testprepreview.com/teas_test_breakdown.htm

Hope that helps.
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from KTSNurse2b
Old Oct 31, 2009, 05:26 AM

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I don't know about your program, but for mine the score on the TEAS didn't matter, you just had to have passed it by some ridiculously easy percentage (like 40% I think). Anyway, I used the Unofficial Practice Guide that is at the link the last person posted, and really just focused on the math since I am horrible at that. I didn't practice much total at all, maybe a couple hours, and I got a score in the upper 80's. You've taken the GRE's-I can't imagine you'll have any problem whatsover. Best of luck!
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from rayk1021
Old Oct 31, 2009, 09:21 AM

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Liyy022, whether or not to purchase the TEAS study guide really depends on how well you already know the information. I bought the guide, and it really didn't help me alot. I also used the link that was previously given. (http://www.testprepreview.com/teas_practice.htm)I think it best prepared me for what was actually on the test. While that website is not a study guide, it gives you questions that are pretty close to what is actually on the exam. I also used youtube alot. I am pretty weak in math, so I looked up algebra on youtube, and watched the classes.

The entire test consists of Reading (40 questions), Math (45 questions), Science (30 questions), and English (55 questions). I'm not sure if the # of questions per subject is the same on every test. If you want to PM me, I will give you the breakdown of each subject. The best advice I can give you is to relax... If you have a grasp on those subjects, you are going to be fine. I studied alot, worried, yelled at people, slept only 1 1/2 hours the night before, and did just fine.

Are you applying for a college program, or going to a private school? If you are going to a private school, your score will most likely not be as important. Find out what score is required to pass, and that's what you are shooting for. If you are applying for a college program, then you will want to score as high as possible. Because the college programs are so competetive, Your score will carry alot of weight. Also, are you going for RN or LPN? If you are going for LPN, they will look primarily at your TEAS score when making their selection. If you are going for RN, they will be looking at your TEAS score as well as your pre-req GPA.

By the way, take your time when you take the test. Read each question, and be sure what is being asked. I scrwed myself on a couple of sections because it was "so easy" that I didn't actually take the time to read the whole question. I believe you are given 3 hours for the test. USE IT ALL!

Hopefully this helps, and doesn't stress you out more. I'm sure you will do fine. Let us know how it goes.
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