Deck 4: Using Your Methods and Skills: Studying and Testing

Question 1

A nursing student is discouraged and states,"I'll never be good at studying!" The most helpful remark another student could make would be

A) "For most students, study skills develop with organization, practice, and hard work."
B) "For most students, study skills that were successful in high school are useful in nursing school."
C) "For most students, study skills aren't really necessary if you listen carefully in class."
D) "For most students, study skills depend on motivation to arrange adequate time to devote to learning."

Answer 1

"For most students, study skills develop with organization, practice, and hard work."

Question 2

The rationale for use of short,frequent study periods that focus on understanding the material is

A) to memorize facts.
B) to lay down a neural trace.
C) to prevent old knowledge from interfering with recall of new knowledge.
D) to motivate learning by developing a positive attitude toward the subject matter.

Answer 2

to lay down a neural trace.

Question 3

A nursing student who is receiving poor grades states,"I am experiencing difficulty due to lack of time to devote to school." The additional factor that should be explored is lack of

A) aptitude.
B) interest.
C) motivation.
D) study skills.

Answer 3

study skills.

Question 4

A nursing student reads rapidly and comprehensively but has difficulty recalling the content of assigned chapters in the nursing textbook.Which hint would be most helpful?

A) "Read each sentence word for word."
B) "Slow your reading speed for technical material."
C) "Never move your lips while reading."
D) "Ensure that the text is not marked by underlining and margin notes."

Question 5

A nursing student complains about difficulty remembering information read in the text.To resolve this problem effectively,the student should address the fact that the most common reason students cannot remember information is

A) information overload.
B) lack of understanding of the material.
C) new knowledge interferes with recall of old knowledge.
D) old knowledge interferes with recall of new material.

Question 6

A struggling nursing student studies several hours daily while children watch television nearby.It is likely that this student needs to

A) schedule another hour of nightly study.
B) correct eyestrain by having his or her eyes tested.
C) study where there are fewer external distractions.
D) listen actively in class to reduce study hours.

Question 7

A nursing student researched a topic for a class presentation online and explored several sites,using up most of the evening's study time.The next time there is an Internet assignment,a helpful strategy would be to

A) set a kitchen timer for 30 minutes.
B) do the assignment only after doing all other study tasks.
C) "forget" to do the assignment.
D) ask a friend to do the assignment.

Question 8

A nursing student is asked to identify distractions that limit the ability to concentrate.An example of an internal distraction is

A) mental fatigue.
B) background noise.
C) the physical environment.
D) other nursing students.

Question 9

A nursing student is studying for an examination and becomes distracted by things needing to be done.The best intervention would be to

A) make a list of things that need to be done and return to studying.
B) turn on the radio in an attempt to "drown out" the distraction.
C) stop studying until there are fewer distractions with which to contend.
D) do what has to be done immediately and then return to studying.

Question 10

A struggling nursing student reports studying best in an environment with some background sound.The student should first consider

A) studying with a peer group.
B) re-evaluating the study environment.
C) hiring a tutor.
D) cramming for examinations.

Question 11

A nursing student is asked to identify distractions that limit the ability to concentrate.An example of an external distraction is

A) anxiety.
B) daydreaming.
C) mental fatigue.
D) background noise.

Question 12

A nursing student states,"I have trouble writing what the instructor says in class." The most helpful hint to give the student would be

A) "Try to write the lecturer's statements word for word."
B) "Write the main ideas in condensed form."
C) "Take notes in shorthand and transcribe them."
D) "Underline in the textbook what the lecturer is saying."

Question 13

In what significant way does the NCLEX-PN examination differ from a paper and pencil multiple choice examination given during the program of study?

A) The NCLEX-PN questions are more difficult.
B) The test taker cannot guess when taking the NCLEX-PN exam.
C) The questions on the NCLEX-PN must be answered in sequence.
D) Only program tests contain alternate format items, such as short answer questions.

Question 14

Which technique is most helpful to a student who wishes to better organize the material presented during a lecture?

A) Note making
B) Shorthand
C) Tape recording
D) Passive listening

Question 15

Which student would be classified as a passive listener?

A) Student A, who completes a grocery list during class
B) Student B, who asks questions about class content
C) Student C, who puts key concepts into words during note taking
D) Student D, who contributes to classroom discussion of the topic

Question 16

A nursing student has difficulty concentrating while studying and is easily distracted by external activity.Daydreaming is triggered by relaxation and music.The best physical environment for studying would be sitting

A) on a bed with the feet up and the back against a pillow.
B) in a reclining chair facing a television with the volume turned on low.
C) at the kitchen table during meal preparation or "clean-up" time.
D) at a desk in a quiet room.

Question 17

A nursing student asks,"Are there any techniques to help me better understand difficult nursing concepts?" The best reply would be

A) "Memorize as much as you possibly can."
B) "Begin by learning the definition of all terms."
C) "Repeat key ideas in your own terms."
D) "Cram for examinations."

Question 18

In the PQRST method of studying,it is suggested that 50% of the student's time be devoted to which two steps?

A) Preview and read
B) State and test
C) Read and state
D) Preview and question

Question 19

Which is a strategy of effective reading?

A) Read in a monotone with no inflection.
B) Read in phrases, a few words at a time, rather than word by word.
C) Read at the same pace regardless of difficulty.
D) Do not mark your book or ebook.

Question 20

At what level of information processing must LPN/LVNs function in order to pass the NCLEX-PN examination and meet employer expectations?

A) Knowing and being able to repeat facts
B) Understanding the meaning of material and being able to apply it in new situations
C) Grasping information and being able to analyze advanced concepts
D) Questioning the validity of all information and being able to synthesize material

Question 21

A nursing student asks for suggestions for successful test preparation.Select the items that give the best advice.

A) "Go to a movie or watch television the night before the test."
B) "Reread pertinent chapters in the textbook."
C) "Plan to study from 8 PM until 2 AM the night before the test."
D) "Focus on note summaries, margin writings, and underlined text."
E) "Clarify the examination format with the instructor."

Question 22

A nursing student tells a peer,"After working nights,I have a problem staying focused during the afternoon lectures.My mind wanders,and all of a sudden I realize that I'm lost." What helpful hints should the peer offer?

A) If possible, sleep before coming to class.
B) Complete readings after attending lecture.
C) Write down key concepts and examples.
D) Ask questions during and after class.
E) Try to write everything the lecturer says.

Question 23

A nursing student spends lecture time doodling and staring out the window while thinking about what to cook for dinner.This student can best be described as a/an ____________________ listener.

Question 24

Which statements are appropriate for telling a peer how to maximize learning from a textbook?

A) Be aware of your reading assignments that are technical or scientific in nature and vary your reading speed accordingly.
B) Highlight unfamiliar words as you read and create index cards from them.
C) Read the entire chapter quickly. Skim content and save details for later.
D) Highlight key phrases or write notes in the margin.
E) Remember to use your index and glossary to locate information quickly.

Question 25

A nursing student listens with full attention during lectures,is open-minded and curious,and asks questions about the content.This student can best be described as a/an ____________________ listener.

Question 26

A nursing student has difficulty taking multiple choice tests.The test is graded according to the number of right answers.Select the strategies most likely to be helpful when taking this type of test.

A) Leave easy questions until last.
B) Answer all questions. Guess if necessary.
C) Leave answers unchanged after recording them.
D) Save time; stop reading options when the answer is found.
E) Read options and eliminate all wrong options.
F) Eliminate options unrelated to the subject matter.