Free HESI A2 Practice Test
All 8 Sections. Real Question Formats.
The HESI A2 covers up to 8 content areas — and most students underestimate the sciences. Get a free diagnostic to find your weakest section before you waste weeks studying the wrong thing.
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What the HESI A2 Actually Tests
Most programs require 5–7 of these 8 sections. Your program's specific combination determines what you need to study. The sciences are where most students lose points.
Mathematics
55q · 50 minArithmetic, fractions, decimals, ratios, basic algebra, dosage calculations.
Reading Comprehension
47q · 60 minMain idea, passage inference, vocabulary in context, author purpose.
Vocabulary & General Knowledge
55q · 50 minMedical and general vocabulary, word definitions, context clues.
Grammar
55q · 50 minParts of speech, sentence structure, punctuation, common grammar errors.
Biology
30q · 25 minCell biology, genetics, metabolism, biological molecules, ecosystems.
Chemistry
30q · 25 minPeriodic table, chemical reactions, acids and bases, atomic structure.
Anatomy & Physiology
30q · 25 minBody systems, organ functions, homeostasis, medical terminology.
Physics
25q · 50 minMotion, forces, energy, waves, electricity — required by fewer programs.
Sample HESI A2 Question Types
These examples show the format and difficulty level of real HESI A2 questions. The full answer choices are unlocked after email signup.
A nurse needs to administer 0.75 mg of a medication. The available concentration is 0.25 mg/mL. How many mL should the nurse administer?
Which of the following best describes the function of the sinoatrial (SA) node in the cardiac conduction system?
The term "dyspnea" most nearly means which of the following?
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What HESI A2 Score Do You Need?
Score requirements vary significantly by program. Here are benchmarks for common program types.
Most ADN and LPN programs set the floor here. Scoring at the minimum is risky — many programs rank applicants by score.
The range where most admitted students score. Aim here to be competitive at the majority of BSN and ADN programs.
Required for top BSN programs and competitive urban hospitals with direct-entry programs. A&P and science sections are decisive here.
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