Question 1

In which of the following areas may LPN/LVNs obtain certification? (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

A)  Managed care 
B)  Pharmacology 
C)  Long-term care 
D)  Mental health care 
E)  IV therapy
F) Wound care
G) Neonatal care 
A)  Managed care 
B)  Pharmacology 
C)  Long-term care 
D)  Mental health care 
E)  IV therapy
F) Wound care
G) Neonatal care A, B, C, E, F

Question 2

Dressing for success at an interview means an applicant should

Accepted Answer

A)  select clothing that could be worn at a cocktail party and a formal hair style. 
B)  wear well-fitting, businesslike clothes and a neat hairstyle. 
C)  wear only new, very conservative dark clothing and have a new haircut and/or style 
D)  wear an outfit that reflects one's "off-duty" personality or hobbies and a casual hairstyle. 
A)  select clothing that could be worn at a cocktail party and a formal hair style. 
B)  wear well-fitting, businesslike clothes and a neat hairstyle. 
C)  wear only new, very conservative dark clothing and have a new haircut and/or style 
D)  wear an outfit that reflects one's "off-duty" personality or hobbies and a casual hairstyle. B

Question 3

Which is a basic rule when writing a letter of resignation?

Accepted Answer

A)  Avoid venting negative feelings. 
B)  Honesty is the best policy; say how it is. 
C)  List suggestions for agency improvement. 
D)  Prior notice is highly overrated; just don't show up any more. 
A)  Avoid venting negative feelings. 
B)  Honesty is the best policy; say how it is. 
C)  List suggestions for agency improvement. 
D)  Prior notice is highly overrated; just don't show up any more. A

Question 4

Select the various continuing education opportunities that are usually available to an LPN/LVN who accepts employment at a long-term care facility in a metropolitan area having a collegiate nursing program. (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

A)  A competency-based orientation 
B)  In-service programs 
C)  Workshops 
D)  CEUs through nursing publications 
E)  Certifications through nursing organizations 
A)  A competency-based orientation 
B)  In-service programs 
C)  Workshops 
D)  CEUs through nursing publications 
E)  Certifications through nursing organizations

Question 5

Which of the following individuals is most likely to provide the most authoritative, positive reference for a student nurse who is beginning to search for postgraduation employment?

Accepted Answer

A)  Instructor A, who has provided positive feedback during clinical labs 
B)  Program director B, who is familiar with the student nurse's academic record 
C)  Nurse C, who is the student nurse's acquaintance at the health club 
D)  Student nurse D, who is a peer enrolled in the same nursing program 
A)  Instructor A, who has provided positive feedback during clinical labs 
B)  Program director B, who is familiar with the student nurse's academic record 
C)  Nurse C, who is the student nurse's acquaintance at the health club 
D)  Student nurse D, who is a peer enrolled in the same nursing program

Question 6

Which statement is true with regard to making a follow-up call after submitting a résumé and cover letter for a position?

Accepted Answer

A)  Do not call; the employer will call the applicant if interested. 
B)  Call on the date and at the time mentioned in the cover letter. 
C)  Call on a Monday before 8 AM if possible. 
D)  Call on a Friday between 2 PM and 4 PM if possible. 
A)  Do not call; the employer will call the applicant if interested. 
B)  Call on the date and at the time mentioned in the cover letter. 
C)  Call on a Monday before 8 AM if possible. 
D)  Call on a Friday between 2 PM and 4 PM if possible.

Question 7

The first college in the United States to have a distance-learning nursing program (online) is:

Accepted Answer

A)  University of Phoenix. 
B)  Minneapolis Community Technical College. 
C)  Excelsior College. 
D)  Lackawanna College. 
A)  University of Phoenix. 
B)  Minneapolis Community Technical College. 
C)  Excelsior College. 
D)  Lackawanna College.

Question 8

During an employment interview, the interviewee asks what additional educational experiences the LPN/LVN can count on receiving when employed at the facility. Which continuing education opportunity is the interviewer most likely to say the agency offers?

Accepted Answer

A)  Annual off-site paid workshops 
B)  Orientation and in-service classes 
C)  Paid courses at a local 2-year college 
D)  Correspondence courses funded by NAPNES 
A)  Annual off-site paid workshops 
B)  Orientation and in-service classes 
C)  Paid courses at a local 2-year college 
D)  Correspondence courses funded by NAPNES

Question 9

When an SP/VN or LPN/LVN is seeking a new position, which pre-interview preparatory action would most likely contribute to a successful interview?

Accepted Answer

A)  Practice responding to sample interview questions. 
B)  Focus on spontaneity as the key to answering questions. 
C)  Choose casual clothing, because it denotes self-esteem. 
D)  Remind oneself to address the interviewer by her or his first name. 
A)  Practice responding to sample interview questions. 
B)  Focus on spontaneity as the key to answering questions. 
C)  Choose casual clothing, because it denotes self-esteem. 
D)  Remind oneself to address the interviewer by her or his first name.

Question 10

The LPN/LVN interviewee determines from personal appearance that the interviewer is from a different cultural background. What action should the interviewee take to minimize the impact of cultural difference during the interview?

Accepted Answer

A)  Answer questions in a straightforward manner. 
B)  Use the same gestures the interviewer uses. 
C)  Avert the eyes when responding to questions. 
D)  Be prepared to tolerate decreased personal space. 
A)  Answer questions in a straightforward manner. 
B)  Use the same gestures the interviewer uses. 
C)  Avert the eyes when responding to questions. 
D)  Be prepared to tolerate decreased personal space.

Question 11

Which statement indicates that a nurse is knowledgeable about good résumé preparation?

Accepted Answer

A)  "My résumé is comprised of nearly three and a half pages." 
B)  "It was difficult to write a good objective statement, but I finally managed." 
C)  "I used a bulleted style to call attention to my list of job skills." 
D)  "To make sure my résumé catches the eye, I used bright pink paper." 
A)  "My résumé is comprised of nearly three and a half pages." 
B)  "It was difficult to write a good objective statement, but I finally managed." 
C)  "I used a bulleted style to call attention to my list of job skills." 
D)  "To make sure my résumé catches the eye, I used bright pink paper."

Question 12

Assuming all are true, which information about a new graduate should be included in a résumé to highlight abilities that would be valuable to an employer?

Accepted Answer

A)  Prefers annual salary of $50,000 to $52,000 
B)  President of sky diving club 
C)  Fluent in American sign language 
D)  Plans to move to a nearby state after 1 year 
A)  Prefers annual salary of $50,000 to $52,000 
B)  President of sky diving club 
C)  Fluent in American sign language 
D)  Plans to move to a nearby state after 1 year

Question 13

Nurse T has decided to seek certification in an area that will enhance employability in a nursing home. Which certifications would be of greatest value to the LPN/LVN working in a nursing home? (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

A)  IV therapy 
B)  Wound care 
C)  Long-term care 
D)  Managed care 
E)  Pharmacology
F) Gerontology 
A)  IV therapy 
B)  Wound care 
C)  Long-term care 
D)  Managed care 
E)  Pharmacology
F) Gerontology

Question 14

The quality that is the greatest asset for the LPN/LVN working in home health care is

Accepted Answer

A)  flexibility. 
B)  judgmental attitude. 
C)  sympathetic approach. 
D)  preference for working alone. 
A)  flexibility. 
B)  judgmental attitude. 
C)  sympathetic approach. 
D)  preference for working alone.

Question 15

Which services does membership in the National Federation of Practical Nurses (NFPN) provide? (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

A)  Subscription to the American Journal of Nursing 
B)  Insurance discounts 
C)  Continuing education articles for CEUs 
D)  Certification programs in IV therapy and gerontology 
E)  Current standards of practice 
A)  Subscription to the American Journal of Nursing 
B)  Insurance discounts 
C)  Continuing education articles for CEUs 
D)  Certification programs in IV therapy and gerontology 
E)  Current standards of practice

Question 16

During an employment interview, the interviewee is asked, "What do you believe are your greatest weaknesses?" The best reply would be:

Accepted Answer

A)  "I'm not aware of any weaknesses." 
B)  "My instructors told me I was disorganized." 
C)  "My biggest problem is lack of clinical experience." 
D)  "I work hard to do my job and meet expectations for my work." 
A)  "I'm not aware of any weaknesses." 
B)  "My instructors told me I was disorganized." 
C)  "My biggest problem is lack of clinical experience." 
D)  "I work hard to do my job and meet expectations for my work."

Question 17

What is the first step that should be taken by a student nurse who wants to use a particular instructor's name as a reference?

Accepted Answer

A)  Look in the catalog to make sure the name is spelled correctly. 
B)  Pass the course taught by the instructor, which permits listing the name. 
C)  Ask the instructor whether her or his name may be used as a positive reference. 
D)  Check with recent graduates to see which instructor writes the best letters of reference. 
A)  Look in the catalog to make sure the name is spelled correctly. 
B)  Pass the course taught by the instructor, which permits listing the name. 
C)  Ask the instructor whether her or his name may be used as a positive reference. 
D)  Check with recent graduates to see which instructor writes the best letters of reference.

Question 18

What advantage does a nurse have in locating a job he or she likes?

Accepted Answer

A)  Nursing school encourages one to decide on a career area prior to graduation and allows for extra experiences. 
B)  Clinical assignments include practical nursing experience in a variety of clinical settings. 
C)  For nursing students in a community college or vocational/technical setting, the school guarantees a job on graduation. 
D)  Because of the rapid turnover of nurses in health care facilities, locating a choice job is easy. 
A)  Nursing school encourages one to decide on a career area prior to graduation and allows for extra experiences. 
B)  Clinical assignments include practical nursing experience in a variety of clinical settings. 
C)  For nursing students in a community college or vocational/technical setting, the school guarantees a job on graduation. 
D)  Because of the rapid turnover of nurses in health care facilities, locating a choice job is easy.

Question 19

A student nurse is interested in working shortly after graduation. What action would have the greatest potential for achieving the goal of securing employment?

Accepted Answer

A)  Limit job applications to positions listed in the Help Wanted section of the newspaper. 
B)  Obtain lists of job offerings posted in health care agencies. 
C)  Research agencies of interest and write brief letters expressing an interest in employment. 
D)  Depend on the school of nursing and school placement service to find employment. 
A)  Limit job applications to positions listed in the Help Wanted section of the newspaper. 
B)  Obtain lists of job offerings posted in health care agencies. 
C)  Research agencies of interest and write brief letters expressing an interest in employment. 
D)  Depend on the school of nursing and school placement service to find employment.

Question 20

Identify information that should be included in a résumé. (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

A)  State of health 
B)  Salary requirements 
C)  Education 
D)  Marital status 
E)  Work experience
F) Licenses/professional memberships
G) Military experience 
A)  State of health 
B)  Salary requirements 
C)  Education 
D)  Marital status 
E)  Work experience
F) Licenses/professional memberships
G) Military experience

In which of the following areas may LPN/LVNs obtain certification? (Select all that apply.)

Dressing for success at an interview means an applicant should

Which is a basic rule when writing a letter of resignation?

Select the various continuing education opportunities that are usually available to an LPN/LVN who accepts employment at a long-term care facility in a metropolitan area having a collegiate nursing program. (Select all that apply.)

Which of the following individuals is most likely to provide the most authoritative, positive reference for a student nurse who is beginning to search for postgraduation employment?

Which statement is true with regard to making a follow-up call after submitting a résumé and cover letter for a position?

The first college in the United States to have a distance-learning nursing program (online) is:

During an employment interview, the interviewee asks what additional educational experiences the LPN/LVN can count on receiving when employed at the facility. Which continuing education opportunity is the interviewer most likely to say the agency offers?

When an SP/VN or LPN/LVN is seeking a new position, which pre-interview preparatory action would most likely contribute to a successful interview?

The LPN/LVN interviewee determines from personal appearance that the interviewer is from a different cultural background. What action should the interviewee take to minimize the impact of cultural difference during the interview?

Which statement indicates that a nurse is knowledgeable about good résumé preparation?

Assuming all are true, which information about a new graduate should be included in a résumé to highlight abilities that would be valuable to an employer?

Nurse T has decided to seek certification in an area that will enhance employability in a nursing home. Which certifications would be of greatest value to the LPN/LVN working in a nursing home? (Select all that apply.)

The quality that is the greatest asset for the LPN/LVN working in home health care is

Which services does membership in the National Federation of Practical Nurses (NFPN) provide? (Select all that apply.)

During an employment interview, the interviewee is asked, "What do you believe are your greatest weaknesses?" The best reply would be:

What is the first step that should be taken by a student nurse who wants to use a particular instructor's name as a reference?

What advantage does a nurse have in locating a job he or she likes?

A student nurse is interested in working shortly after graduation. What action would have the greatest potential for achieving the goal of securing employment?

Identify information that should be included in a résumé. (Select all that apply.)

Personal Resources of an Adult Learner

Academic Resources (Study Skills and Test Strategies)

Community Resources

How Practical/Vocational Nursing Evolved: 1836 to the Present

Critical Thinking: A Lifelong Journey

Ethics Applied to Nursing: Personal Versus Professional Ethics

Nursing and the Law: What Are the Rules?

Effective Communication: Health Care Team, Patients, Faculty, and Peers

Assertiveness: Your Responsibility

Cultural Uniqueness, Sensitivity, and Competence

Spiritual Needs, Spiritual Caring, and Religious Differences

The Nursing Process: Your Role

Nursing Theory, Research, and Evidence-Based Practice

The Interdisciplinary Health Care Team: The Role of the Practical/Vocational Nurse

Health Care Settings: Continuum of Care

The Health Care System: Financing, Issues, and Trends

Collaboration: Leading and Managing

Licensure and Regulation: Becoming Licensed and Understanding Your State Nurse Practice Act

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Exam 18: Work Force Trends: How to Find a First Job You Will Love

In which of the following areas may LPN/LVNs obtain certification? (Select all that apply.)

Dressing for success at an interview means an applicant should

Which is a basic rule when writing a letter of resignation?

Select the various continuing education opportunities that are usually available to an LPN/LVN who accepts employment at a long-term care facility in a metropolitan area having a collegiate nursing program. (Select all that apply.)

Which of the following individuals is most likely to provide the most authoritative, positive reference for a student nurse who is beginning to search for postgraduation employment?

Which statement is true with regard to making a follow-up call after submitting a résumé and cover letter for a position?

The first college in the United States to have a distance-learning nursing program (online) is:

During an employment interview, the interviewee asks what additional educational experiences the LPN/LVN can count on receiving when employed at the facility. Which continuing education opportunity is the interviewer most likely to say the agency offers?

When an SP/VN or LPN/LVN is seeking a new position, which pre-interview preparatory action would most likely contribute to a successful interview?

The LPN/LVN interviewee determines from personal appearance that the interviewer is from a different cultural background. What action should the interviewee take to minimize the impact of cultural difference during the interview?

Which statement indicates that a nurse is knowledgeable about good résumé preparation?

Assuming all are true, which information about a new graduate should be included in a résumé to highlight abilities that would be valuable to an employer?

Nurse T has decided to seek certification in an area that will enhance employability in a nursing home. Which certifications would be of greatest value to the LPN/LVN working in a nursing home? (Select all that apply.)

The quality that is the greatest asset for the LPN/LVN working in home health care is

Which services does membership in the National Federation of Practical Nurses (NFPN) provide? (Select all that apply.)

During an employment interview, the interviewee is asked, "What do you believe are your greatest weaknesses?" The best reply would be:

What is the first step that should be taken by a student nurse who wants to use a particular instructor's name as a reference?

What advantage does a nurse have in locating a job he or she likes?

A student nurse is interested in working shortly after graduation. What action would have the greatest potential for achieving the goal of securing employment?

Identify information that should be included in a résumé. (Select all that apply.)

Personal Resources of an Adult Learner

Academic Resources (Study Skills and Test Strategies)

Community Resources

How Practical/Vocational Nursing Evolved: 1836 to the Present

Critical Thinking: A Lifelong Journey

Ethics Applied to Nursing: Personal Versus Professional Ethics

Nursing and the Law: What Are the Rules?

Effective Communication: Health Care Team, Patients, Faculty, and Peers

Assertiveness: Your Responsibility

Cultural Uniqueness, Sensitivity, and Competence

Spiritual Needs, Spiritual Caring, and Religious Differences

The Nursing Process: Your Role

Nursing Theory, Research, and Evidence-Based Practice

The Interdisciplinary Health Care Team: The Role of the Practical/Vocational Nurse

Health Care Settings: Continuum of Care

The Health Care System: Financing, Issues, and Trends

Collaboration: Leading and Managing

Licensure and Regulation: Becoming Licensed and Understanding Your State Nurse Practice Act

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