Deck 2: Academic Resources (Study Skills and Test Strategies)

Question 1

When a nursing student needs a journal article from a periodical that is not available in the holdings of the learning resource center, the student should

A) try to find a substitute article.
B) request an interlibrary loan.
C) go to the stacks and look again.
D) check the vertical file.

Answer 1

request an interlibrary loan.

Question 2

Which statement is true about the usefulness of audiovisual materials and computer-assisted instruction in a nursing course?

A) They can be omitted because they add little to student learning.
B) It is unnecessary to take notes on their content.
C) They provide multisensory channels for learning content.
D) Their content cannot be used by instructors for examination questions.

Answer 2

They provide multisensory channels for learning content.

Question 3

An LPN/LVN has enrolled in a program with minimal pediatric clinical experience. The student will not have an opportunity to administer medications to pediatric patients. To seek out a learning opportunity that would closely resemble judgments made during clinical experience, the student should arrange to

A) perform a 2-hour observation of a pediatric nurse assigned to administer medications.
B) complete a computer simulation, "Morning Medications with the Pediatric Medication Nurse."
C) shadow a venipuncturist making rounds on the pediatric unit.
D) attend an in-service program on the topic of avoiding pediatric medication administration errors.

Answer 3

complete a computer simulation, "Morning Medications with the Pediatric Medication Nurse."

Question 4

A nursing student states, "When we have lecture-discussion sessions, I never know what's expected of me." The best reply by a peer would be

A) "I think it's our responsibility as students to avoid actively disagreeing with the instructor or other students."
B) "I think it's our responsibility as students to make a list of questions about material we don't understand."
C) "I think it's our responsibility as students to listen until we're called upon to answer questions."
D) "I think it's our responsibility as students to use review books to check the depth of the material we're learning."

Question 5

When a nursing student goes to the nursing skills lab, the best utilization of that resource would be as a place to

A) read the textbook.
B) discuss personal problems with another student.
C) practice a difficult dressing change procedure.
D) take a coffee break.

Question 6

A nursing student tells another student, "The instructor assigned both a textbook chapter and a journal article! It should be one or the other, not both!" The reply that shows the best understanding of the assignment is

A) "The journal article may give us updated information on one aspect of the assignment."
B) "Sometimes textbooks have incorrect information, so it provides checks and balances."
C) "Reading articles allows us to make sure the instructors provide current information in lecture."
D) "Copyright laws prevent the instructor from lecturing directly from that source, so we have to read."

Question 7

A nursing student could best explain an Internet search engine to a peer by saying it is most like

A) a book or periodical index.
B) a clinical contact with a patient.
C) a videotape.
D) the vertical file.

Question 8

A nursing student states, "My grades aren't what I'd like. I don't know whether to use a study group or ask for tutoring." Which statement is true for both study groups and tutoring?

A) Leaders/tutors derive more benefit than other participants.
B) They are most helpful to students with learning disabilities.
C) They provide low benefits when compared with the amount of time spent.
D) Active participation by the student is critical to success in raising grades.

Question 9

A nursing student has an assignment that requires looking up an article about nursing care following knee replacement surgery. The nursing student has only the title and the knowledge that the article was published within the past year. Which resource would be most helpful in completing the assignment?

A) Education Index
B) Materia Medicus
C) Reader's Guide to Periodical Literature
D) Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature

Question 10

A nursing student who wishes to check out a book listed in the course outline informs the librarian that the book is unavailable at the reserve desk. The librarian advises the student to look in the

A) stacks.
B) CD-ROM.
C) vertical files.
D) periodical section.

Question 11

A nursing student tells a peer, "There's so much to remember that I'm afraid I'll never pass the skill evaluation for changing a sterile dressing." A helpful response by the peer would be based on the understanding that for most nursing students, psychomotor/clinical skills can best be learned by

A) performing them.
B) reading about them.
C) watching a peer practice them.
D) watching a filmstrip about them.

Question 12

A nursing student asks a peer, "Why do we need a course outline when we have a course syllabus?" The response that best explains the importance of course outlines is

A) "They replace the teacher."
B) "They substitute for the textbook."
C) "They eliminate the need for class attendance."
D) "They indicate the level of understanding needed to pass the course."

Question 13

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 14

A nursing student was ill when the class toured the learning resource center (LRC). What independent action should the student take?

A) Perceive it as a missed opportunity.
B) Ask the librarian if a self-guided online tour is available.
C) Ask to see another student's notes about the tour.
D) Report his or her unawareness to the instructor of LRC features.

Question 15

A nursing student is experiencing difficulty performing calculations involving fractions and decimals. The most helpful resource would be the

A) library.
B) Internet.
C) nursing skills lab.
D) study skills lab.

Question 16

A nursing student has a course syllabus and a course outline. When anticipating what topics to study for an examination, it is best to refer to the

A) course objectives.
B) unit objectives.
C) bibliography.
D) course policies.

Question 17

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 18

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.

Question 19

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 20

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 21

Which behaviors indicate that a nursing student is taking responsibility for learning during a lecture-discussion or a cooperative learning session? (Select all that apply.)

A) Advance preparation
B) Discussion participation
C) Listening closely
D) Heated argument

Question 22

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 23

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 24

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 25

A nursing student uses the Internet to learn about the use of antidepressant medications. Select the domain names that would suggest that information on the site is credible. (Select all that apply.)

A).com
B).gov
C).edu
D).net

Question 26

A technique that emphasizes individual accountability for learning a specific academic task while working in small groups is known as ____________________.

Question 27

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.

Question 28

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 29

The area in which library materials are checked out and returned is the ____________________.

Question 30

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 31

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. (Select all that apply.)

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.

Question 32

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 33

Which nursing students are using the learning resource center appropriately? (Select all that apply.)

A) Student A checks out a text for home use.
B) Student B obtains an article on interlibrary loans.
C) Student C makes a copy of a reference article.
D) Student D finds it a quiet place to study.
E) Student E seeks to purchase a book.
F) Student F obtains a back issue of a nursing journal.
G) Student G goes there to instant message.

Question 34

A student nurse is utilizing the technique of cooperative learning. Cooperative learning includes which of the following? (Select all that apply.)

A) Working in small groups
B) Active involvement in learning
C) Development of critical thinking skills
D) Assistance in learning the course content
E) Discouragement of the development of teamwork
F) An emphasis on individual accountability for learning

Question 35

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? (Select all that apply.)

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 36

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

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 37

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 38

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 39

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 40

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 41

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 42

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.