Intro To Nursing Exam 1

Question 1

What is the first thing I need to do with a test question
a. ask what the answers really mean
b. identify what the question is asking
c. eliminate non-plausible answer choices

Answer 1

B: identify what the question is asking

Question 2

What should a student do when taking an exam?
A. read into the question
B. think about what the answers mean
C. change answers
D. eliminate answer choices

Answer 2

B. think about what the answers mean

Question 3

What can a student do when they begin to feel anxiety during an exam?
Identify two stragies

Answer 3

take a deep breathe
put pencil down and turn over test
close eyes
self talk

Question 4

identify 2 interventions for your physical/ personal preparation for exams

Answer 4

good night sleep the night before
balanced meal
arrive early
exercise
avoid caffeine

Question 5

What does RACE represent related to testing?

Answer 5

R: recognize key works
A: ask what the question is asking
C: critically analyze each option
E: eliminate the incorrect options

Question 6

How many hours should you study for each hour you are in class?

Answer 6

2 hours

Question 7

Success= System+ ________

Answer 7

schedule

Question 8

Class materials. lecture notes should be reviewed
A. one time just before the exam
B. after every class session
C. three times a week before the exam

Answer 8

B. after every class session

Question 9

What are the benefits of pre- reading?
Select all that apply
a. aids in understanding lecture content
b. assists in making connections (who, what, when, etc.)
c. helps to remember the information
d. increases comprehension
e. eliminates the need for self- testing
f. replaces study group activities

Answer 9

A
B
C
D

Question 10

Which of the following are guidelines for a study group (select all that apply)
A. utilize a location that is free of distractions
b. plan for a minimum of 3- 3.5 hours in length
c. prepare for the session and arrive on time
d. develop an agenda/ goals for the session
e. consider the personal effectiveness of the sessions

Answer 10

A
C
D
E

Question 11

Note cards should include
A. essential information
B. every detail verbalized in class
C. only the information identified as key

Answer 11

A: summarize key points, include need to know rather than nice to know)

Question 12

Study periods should be about ____ minutes in length with breaks that are about ____ minutes in length and do not distract from the focus of studying

Answer 12

50 minutes; 10 minues

Question 13

Which of the following are positive behaviors for success? (select all that apply)
A. planning rewards in advance
B. seek assistance with home responsibilities
C. clarify expectations/ assignments
D. using organized notes
E. reading effectively

Answer 13

A
B
C
D
E

Question 14

What classroom behaviors that students should adopt

Answer 14

sit in the T zone
arrive on time and stay for the entire class
be alert and attentive, avoid distractions
prepare for class
practice active listening
think about the content being presented

Question 15

When self- testing it is important to look for patterns and/ or make relationships between concepts
What questions should you ask in this process.

Answer 15

Who, what, when, why, how

Question 16

provide an example of something that. student who has a positive locus of would say when starting an exam

Answer 16

“i can do this…” “i got this…”

Question 17

What are some techniques that a student could use to decrease test anxiety
List 3

Answer 17

over prepare for the exam, do NOT cram
controlled breathing,muscle relaxation, imagery
challenge negative thoughts
Avoid the pre- exam study session
Self-talk… believe in yourself

Question 18

a positive mental attitude is essential for success
Identify 2 ways in which a student can increase their positive mental attitude

Answer 18

self talk
being prepared
avoiding negative thoughts
encouragement cards

Question 19

nursing education leads to many mixed emotions which of the following are true (select all that apply)
A. a rollercoaster of emotions is normal
B. a strong support system is beneficial
C. remembering you are not alone in this is essential
D. it is a marathon… slow and steady wins the race
E. students must disconnect themselves from any kind of social activity

Answer 19

A
B
C
D

Question 20

Advice from previous nursing students would include : select all that apply
A. study some each day, avoid cramming
B. take one day at a time while focusing on the bigger picture
C. use tutors and support services as needed
D. communicate with each other and faculty
E. never be afraid to ask questions
F. attend class and be fully engaged and attentive

Answer 20

A
B
C
D
E
F

Question 21

What is the most important factor in selecting a study location?
A/ that it is separate from surrounding activity
B. that it is an effective location for a specific learner
C. this it has a personal touches that keep you motivated

Answer 21

B

Question 22

Identify the benefits of attending lecture/ class (select all that apply)
A. provide and opportunity to ask questions
B. provides an auditory mode of input
C. identifies what is most important
D. adds additional information and examples
E. allows the student to avoid pre- reading

Answer 22

A
B
C
D

Question 23

Identify 5 symptoms of anxiety

Answer 23

increased heart rate
SOB
sweating
Tapping
inability to relax
restlessness
irritability
fatigue
mind goes blank

Question 24

Nursing school is a marathon… when studying your goal is to build a ______ on which to build new information for future classes

Answer 24

foundation/ base

Question 25

Identify tips for success that you can use when taking an exam (select all that apply)
A. use a paper to cover the answers until you identify what the question is asking
B. write information you might need or confuse on the exam before beginning
C. Hurry through the exam questions because other students are finished
D. leaving questions blank if you do not know the answer

Answer 25

A
B

Question 26

What are 3 key points that you have learned from the Study Success Unity

Answer 26

Avoid cramming
Believe in yourself
Nursing Education requires effort on the part of the learner, use of available resources and perseverance

Question 27

PORPE-

Answer 27

predict: after reading ask questions that you think you will be asked
organize: summarize reading
rehearse: think about the answers to your questions
practice: the questions and answers from memory
evaluate: what else do i need to know or learn?

Question 28

go over APA packet

Answer 28

whats it used for
formatting guidelines
four basic sections
headings
Plagiarism
In text citations
Reference page