How does the NPD Practitioner contribute to the positive learning environment?
A. Uses pscyhometrically validated questions in an electrocardiograph interpretation exam
B. Sets ground rules for confidentiality in a reflective practice group
C. Conducts a thorough needs assessment before planning an educational activity
Answer
Sets ground rules for confidentiality in a reflective practice group
Rationale: The other options are also good things to do, but are not directly related to facili-
ating a positive learning environment.
What is the most important reason for an NPD Practitioner to incorporate a variety of teach-
ing/learning methodologies in a given program?
A. Learners are diverse with varying learning styles
B. Learning is best with lecture & interesting activities
C. Participants enjoy a program more that incorporates a variety of teaching/learning meth-
odologies
D. NPD Practitioners who vary methdology receive high scores on participation satisfaction
surveys
Answer
Learners are diverse with varying learning styles
Rationale: While participants enjoy a variety of activities, incorporating a variety of teaching
strategies meets the learning needs of diverse learners.
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, An NPD Practitioner is designing an education session on transitioning from a paper-based
documentation system to an electronic health record (EHR) system. The NPD practitioner in-
forms the learners of the expected outcomes of the session and has the participants set per-
sonal goals for this educational session. The NPD practitioner also has participants reflect on
their previous use of computers/technology & identify the differences between their previ-
ous experiences & what they are expected to learn. What learning theory is the NPD Practi-
tioner applying in this education session?
A. Humanistic
B. Cognitive Constructivism
C. Social Constructivism
D. Behavioral
Answer
Cognitive Constructivism
Rationale: Cognitive constructivism acquires new knowledge based on learner's stage of cog-
nitive development; assimilating new information into existing knowledge. It is an active
goal-oriented process directed by the learner.
The NPD Practitioner is charged with orienting new employees to the medical center's val-
ues. What learning domain is most relevant to developing an introduction to medical cen-
ter's values?
A. Psychomotor
B. Cognitive
C. Cybergogy
D. Affective
Answer
Affective
Rationale: The affective domain deals with feelings & values
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