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BS Nursing

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When providing feedback to a nursing student, the instructor should avoid:

A. Specific examples of behavior.
B. General, judgmental statements about the student's character. ✓
C. Opportunities for student reflection.
D. Suggestions for improvement.
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

The ultimate aim of “patient education” is to:

A. Reduce hospital costs.
B. Empower patients to take an active role in managing their health. ✓
C. Ensure strict adherence to medical orders.
D. Delegate nursing responsibilities.
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

The optimal learning environment in nursing education is characterized by:

A. High stress and anxiety.
B. Psychological safety, mutual respect, and intellectual challenge. ✓
C. Rigid adherence to tradition.
D. Lack of clear expectations.
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

A nursing instructor uses a “simulated patient” (actor) to provide students with practice in taking a patient history. This method primarily develops:

A. Psychomotor skills.
B. Communication and assessment skills. ✓
C. Advanced pharmacology.
D. Research abilities.
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

The principle of “readiness” implies that learning occurs most effectively when the learner is:

A. Forced to engage.
B. Physically, emotionally, and cognitively prepared. ✓
C. Uninterested.
D. Distracted by other tasks.
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

The use of “case studies” in nursing education is particularly effective for developing:

A. Rote memory skills.
B. Application of theory to practice and problem-solving. ✓
C. Passive learning habits.
D. Isolated factual knowledge.
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

The “Cognitive” learning theory would advocate for teaching strategies that emphasize:

A. Rewards and punishments.
B. Problem-solving, critical thinking, and schema development. ✓
C. Unconditional positive regard.
D. Direct instruction and repetition.
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

Which of the following is a characteristic of effective teaching?

A. Clear communication of expectations. ✓
B. Ambiguous learning objectives.
C. Minimal student interaction.
D. Instructor-centered lectures only.
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

The purpose of “learning objectives” in a lesson plan is to:

A. State what the instructor will teach.
B. State what the learner will be able to do at the end of the lesson. ✓
C. List all topics to be covered.
D. Determine the grading scale.
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

The “psychomotor domain” of Bloom’s Taxonomy would include learning objectives related to:

A. Diagnosing a disease.
B. Inserting an IV line. ✓
C. Valuing patient privacy.
D. Analyzing lab results.
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

The most significant barrier to learning for a patient experiencing severe pain is:

A. High motivation.
B. Impaired cognitive function and discomfort. ✓
C. Adequate education materials.
D. Strong family support.
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

A nursing instructor asks students to reflect on their feelings and experiences during a challenging clinical rotation. This supports the principles of:

A. Behaviorism.
B. Humanism and experiential learning. ✓
C. Cognitive overload.
D. Strict adherence to rules.
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

The principle of “reinforcement” in learning can be used to:

A. Decrease desired behaviors.
B. Increase the likelihood of a desired behavior occurring again. ✓
C. Have no effect on behavior.
D. Only apply to negative behaviors.
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

The ultimate goal of “evaluation” in nursing education is to:

A. Only assign grades.
B. Measure student learning and provide data for program improvement. ✓
C. Punish poor performance.
D. Compare students to each other.
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

The concept of “transfer of learning” is demonstrated when a nursing student:

A. Fails to apply classroom knowledge in clinicals.
B. Successfully uses skills learned in the simulation lab during a real clinical shift. ✓
C. Only remembers facts for an exam.
D. Learns new information but cannot explain it.
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

The “psychomotor domain” is typically assessed through:

A. Written exams.
B. Essays.
C. Direct observation of skill performance. ✓
D. Oral presentations.
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

When teaching a patient with limited educational background, the nurse should prioritize:

A. Complex medical terminology.
B. Simple language, visual aids, and hands-on demonstrations. ✓
C. Long, detailed explanations.
D. Avoiding any interaction.
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

The principle of “active participation” in learning is essential for:

A. Passive memorization.
B. Deeper understanding and skill mastery. ✓
C. Reduced cognitive effort.
D. Instructor dominance.
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026
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