Exam 3: Classroom Study Habits That Work

A nursing student knows that effective listening requires attention and preparation. What actions can she take to ensure that she is proficient? (Select all that apply.)

A student has been out of school for a number of years. She is concerned that she may not be able to study effectively. What action can the student take that will increase her ability to focus on her studies?

A student nurse feels that his reading skills are not adequate. Which action would he take in order to have effective reading skills?

A patient comes to the emergency department with complaints of crushing chest pain that radiates down his left arm. While reviewing his health history with the RN, the patient states that he has been getting over a cold. He also has seasonal allergies and is allergic to peanuts. The nurse interprets the major detail for the patient's ER visit as the patient:

A nursing student is preparing for her first day of lecture. She knows that in order to succeed, she should:

You are a first semester nursing student and have just received your first reading assignment for class tomorrow. You know that in order to succeed you will need to practice effective listening. Which actions would prepare you for class tomorrow? (Select all that apply.)

The RN is performing an assessment on a patient being admitted for back pain. The nurse interprets which of the patient's statements as a minor detail?

A student is trying to develop better study habits. She knows that for every hour of class, it is advised that she study for ______ hours.

A student has just listened to a lecture on better strategies for studying. Which of the student's actions indicate understanding? (Select all that apply.)

A first semester student is struggling in class and did not do well on her last exam. She has determined the problem to be her lack of skill in note-taking. What can the student do in order to take more effective notes during lecture?

A student is studying for an upcoming test. She has read the assigned text once and is now ready to highlight. Which actions by the student indicate that she understands how to highlight? (Select all that apply.)

The five-step method of thoroughly studying is composed of which steps in order?

A student is reviewing new material for an upcoming test. She has decided to highlight so that she can come back later to easily review the material. How can she use highlighting to be successful?

Multiple incorrect options on a test are known as:

A struggling student admits that she is reading the same paragraph over and over when she tries to read the text. The instructor recognizes this as inhibitory to her comprehension of the material. Which suggestion could the instructor make to the student to help correct the situation?