BSN Module 3 Exam: Intro to Psychology and Sociology
2026/2027 UPDATE UPDATED ACTUAL Questions and
CORRECT Answers
1. A nurse is caring for an infant in the ‘Trust vs. Mistrust’ stage. According to
Erikson, what is the primary goal of this stage?
A. To develop a sense of independence
B. To establish a sense of purpose
C. To learn to control bodily functions
D. To develop a feeling of security and safety
Answer: D
Rationale: In Erikson’s first stage (infancy), the primary goal is for the infant to learn that
their needs will be met, establishing trust and a sense of security.
2. Which defense mechanism is a patient using when they claim they only drink
alcohol to ‘relax’ after a hard day, despite failing to meet work obligations?
A. Denial
B. Projection
C. Rationalization
D. Regression
Answer: C
Rationale: Rationalization involves justifying behavior with seemingly logical reasons to
avoid the true reasons or feelings behind the behavior.
,3. According to Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs, which of the following needs must
be met before a patient can focus on self-esteem?
A. Both B and C
B. Love and belonging
C. Safety and security
D. Self-actualization
Answer: A
Rationale: Maslow’s hierarchy requires physiological and safety needs, followed by love
and belonging, to be met before addressing self-esteem.
4. In sociology, the term ‘ethnocentrism’ refers to:
A. The belief that all cultures are equal
B. Using one’s own culture as the standard to judge others
C. The process of adopting a new culture
D. A lack of cultural identity
Answer: B
Rationale: Ethnocentrism is the tendency to view one’s own culture as superior and use its
values as the benchmark for evaluating other cultures.
5. Which developmental theorist focused on cognitive development and the
concept of ‘object permanence’?
A. Sigmund Freud
B. Lawrence Kohlberg
C. Jean Piaget
D. B.F. Skinner
Answer: C
Rationale: Jean Piaget’s theory of cognitive development includes the sensorimotor stage
where children develop object permanence.
, 6. A patient who blames their spouse for their own anger issues is
demonstrating which defense mechanism?
A. Displacement
B. Sublimation
C. Reaction formation
D. Projection
Answer: D
Rationale: Projection occurs when an individual attributes their own unacceptable
thoughts or feelings to someone else.
7. What is the primary focus of ‘Milieu Therapy’ in a psychiatric setting?
A. One-on-one psychoanalysis
B. Providing a structured, safe, and therapeutic environment
C. Pharmacological management of symptoms
D. Electroconvulsive therapy administration
Answer: B
Rationale: Milieu therapy focuses on manipulating the environment to be therapeutic, safe,
and supportive for the patient.
8. According to Freud, which part of the personality operates on the ‘pleasure
principle’?
A. Ego
B. Superego
C. Id
D. Ideal Self
Answer: C
Rationale: The Id is the primitive part of the personality that seeks immediate gratification
of all wants and needs.
2026/2027 UPDATE UPDATED ACTUAL Questions and
CORRECT Answers
1. A nurse is caring for an infant in the ‘Trust vs. Mistrust’ stage. According to
Erikson, what is the primary goal of this stage?
A. To develop a sense of independence
B. To establish a sense of purpose
C. To learn to control bodily functions
D. To develop a feeling of security and safety
Answer: D
Rationale: In Erikson’s first stage (infancy), the primary goal is for the infant to learn that
their needs will be met, establishing trust and a sense of security.
2. Which defense mechanism is a patient using when they claim they only drink
alcohol to ‘relax’ after a hard day, despite failing to meet work obligations?
A. Denial
B. Projection
C. Rationalization
D. Regression
Answer: C
Rationale: Rationalization involves justifying behavior with seemingly logical reasons to
avoid the true reasons or feelings behind the behavior.
,3. According to Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs, which of the following needs must
be met before a patient can focus on self-esteem?
A. Both B and C
B. Love and belonging
C. Safety and security
D. Self-actualization
Answer: A
Rationale: Maslow’s hierarchy requires physiological and safety needs, followed by love
and belonging, to be met before addressing self-esteem.
4. In sociology, the term ‘ethnocentrism’ refers to:
A. The belief that all cultures are equal
B. Using one’s own culture as the standard to judge others
C. The process of adopting a new culture
D. A lack of cultural identity
Answer: B
Rationale: Ethnocentrism is the tendency to view one’s own culture as superior and use its
values as the benchmark for evaluating other cultures.
5. Which developmental theorist focused on cognitive development and the
concept of ‘object permanence’?
A. Sigmund Freud
B. Lawrence Kohlberg
C. Jean Piaget
D. B.F. Skinner
Answer: C
Rationale: Jean Piaget’s theory of cognitive development includes the sensorimotor stage
where children develop object permanence.
, 6. A patient who blames their spouse for their own anger issues is
demonstrating which defense mechanism?
A. Displacement
B. Sublimation
C. Reaction formation
D. Projection
Answer: D
Rationale: Projection occurs when an individual attributes their own unacceptable
thoughts or feelings to someone else.
7. What is the primary focus of ‘Milieu Therapy’ in a psychiatric setting?
A. One-on-one psychoanalysis
B. Providing a structured, safe, and therapeutic environment
C. Pharmacological management of symptoms
D. Electroconvulsive therapy administration
Answer: B
Rationale: Milieu therapy focuses on manipulating the environment to be therapeutic, safe,
and supportive for the patient.
8. According to Freud, which part of the personality operates on the ‘pleasure
principle’?
A. Ego
B. Superego
C. Id
D. Ideal Self
Answer: C
Rationale: The Id is the primitive part of the personality that seeks immediate gratification
of all wants and needs.
