CNE PRACTICE QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
According to behaviorism in nursing education, what is emphasized for effective
learning?
Critical thinking
Positive and negative reinforcement
Reflective practice
Constructing knowledge collaboratively - answer- positive and negative reinforcement
Yes, behavior would be shaped by an external source. This could be grade on an
assignment for example.
Which learning theory hypothesizes that learners actively construct knowledge by
interacting with their environment and that learning is a social process influenced by
prior experiences?
Behaviorism
Cognitive theory
Constructivism
Brain-based learning - answer- Constructivism
Yes, constructivism states that learning is an active, contextualized process of
constructing knowledge through experiencing and reflecting on the experience rather
than acquiring it. Knowledge is constructed based on personal experiences and
hypotheses.
In nursing education, which theory focuses on individual self-directed learning,
motivation, and personal growth, emphasizing the importance of emotions, values, and
relationships?
Experiential learning theory
Humanistic learning theory
Social learning theory
Cognitive theory - answer- Humanistic learning theory
Yes, People intentionally act based on perceived needs. Learning is viewed as a
personal act to fulfill one's potential (Schunk, 2020Links to an external site.). The five
basic principles of humanistic education include the promotion of self-direction and
independence; development of the ability to take responsibility for what is learned;
development of creativity; curiosity; and an interest in the arts
According to experiential learning theory, what is the sequence of learning stages
proposed by David Kolb?
,-Observation, modeling, reinforcement, application
-Concrete experience, reflective observation, abstract conceptualization, active
experimentation
-imitation, explotation, reflection, collaboration
-Repitition, analysis, synthesis, evaluation - answer- Concrete experience, reflective
observation, abstract conceptualization, active experimentation
Which nursing learning theory emphasizes the importance of observation, modeling,
and social reinforcement in the learning process?
Humanistic learning theory
Cognitive theory
Social learning theory
Behaviorism - answer- Social learning theory
In which learning theory does the instructor play a role in guiding students through
structured experiences that facilitate the development of critical thinking skills?
Behaviorism
Humanism
Experiential learning theory
Social Learning Theory - answer- Experiential learning theory
According to cognitive theory in nursing education, what is a key focus when designing
instructional strategies?
Reinforcement of behaviors
Active experimentation
Mental processes and critical thinking
Collaborative learning - answer- Mental processes and critical thinking
Yes, ognitive theory defines learning as a semipermanent change in mental processes
or associations. Cognitivists do not require an outward demonstration of learning but
focus more on the internal processes and connections that take place during learning.
The principle of "nursing process" aligns closely with which learning theory,
emphasizing the importance of systematic problem-solving and decision-making in
patient care?
Behaviorism
Constructivism
Experiential learning theory
Cognitive theory - answer- Cognitive theory
, Which learning theory is often associated with the idea that learners actively engage in
the process of making meaning from experiences, connecting new knowledge with
existing understanding?
Social learning theory
Constructivism
Behaviorism
Humanistic Learning theory - answer- Constructivism
Yes, constructivism states that learning is an active, contextualized process of
constructing knowledge through experiencing and reflecting on the experience rather
than acquiring it. Knowledge is constructed based on personal experiences and
hypotheses.
In which learning theory could virtual reality and video conferencing be used to convey
meaning to a student?
Technology-mediated
Brain-based learning
Constructivism
Cognitivism - answer- Technology-mediated
To meet the learning needs of the student, the nurse educator will need to develop
several strategies for teaching. Which of the following strategies would best
demonstrate the model of education that meets the needs of the student?
Student centered
Group centered
Nursing centered
Educator centered - answer- Student centered
Which strategy helps develop clinical expertise?
Use real-life scenarios
Administer content tests
Concept maps
Review case studies - answer- Use real-life scenarios
The clinical nurse educator wants to encourage active learning in the post-clinical
conference. Which of the following would indicate that the clinical nurse educator needs
additional instruction in active learning strategies?
-Lecture the students about the most common diagnoses encountered in the clinical
learning environment.
-Have each student present information about his or her patient.
-Assign students a presentation topic for post-clinical conference.
According to behaviorism in nursing education, what is emphasized for effective
learning?
Critical thinking
Positive and negative reinforcement
Reflective practice
Constructing knowledge collaboratively - answer- positive and negative reinforcement
Yes, behavior would be shaped by an external source. This could be grade on an
assignment for example.
Which learning theory hypothesizes that learners actively construct knowledge by
interacting with their environment and that learning is a social process influenced by
prior experiences?
Behaviorism
Cognitive theory
Constructivism
Brain-based learning - answer- Constructivism
Yes, constructivism states that learning is an active, contextualized process of
constructing knowledge through experiencing and reflecting on the experience rather
than acquiring it. Knowledge is constructed based on personal experiences and
hypotheses.
In nursing education, which theory focuses on individual self-directed learning,
motivation, and personal growth, emphasizing the importance of emotions, values, and
relationships?
Experiential learning theory
Humanistic learning theory
Social learning theory
Cognitive theory - answer- Humanistic learning theory
Yes, People intentionally act based on perceived needs. Learning is viewed as a
personal act to fulfill one's potential (Schunk, 2020Links to an external site.). The five
basic principles of humanistic education include the promotion of self-direction and
independence; development of the ability to take responsibility for what is learned;
development of creativity; curiosity; and an interest in the arts
According to experiential learning theory, what is the sequence of learning stages
proposed by David Kolb?
,-Observation, modeling, reinforcement, application
-Concrete experience, reflective observation, abstract conceptualization, active
experimentation
-imitation, explotation, reflection, collaboration
-Repitition, analysis, synthesis, evaluation - answer- Concrete experience, reflective
observation, abstract conceptualization, active experimentation
Which nursing learning theory emphasizes the importance of observation, modeling,
and social reinforcement in the learning process?
Humanistic learning theory
Cognitive theory
Social learning theory
Behaviorism - answer- Social learning theory
In which learning theory does the instructor play a role in guiding students through
structured experiences that facilitate the development of critical thinking skills?
Behaviorism
Humanism
Experiential learning theory
Social Learning Theory - answer- Experiential learning theory
According to cognitive theory in nursing education, what is a key focus when designing
instructional strategies?
Reinforcement of behaviors
Active experimentation
Mental processes and critical thinking
Collaborative learning - answer- Mental processes and critical thinking
Yes, ognitive theory defines learning as a semipermanent change in mental processes
or associations. Cognitivists do not require an outward demonstration of learning but
focus more on the internal processes and connections that take place during learning.
The principle of "nursing process" aligns closely with which learning theory,
emphasizing the importance of systematic problem-solving and decision-making in
patient care?
Behaviorism
Constructivism
Experiential learning theory
Cognitive theory - answer- Cognitive theory
, Which learning theory is often associated with the idea that learners actively engage in
the process of making meaning from experiences, connecting new knowledge with
existing understanding?
Social learning theory
Constructivism
Behaviorism
Humanistic Learning theory - answer- Constructivism
Yes, constructivism states that learning is an active, contextualized process of
constructing knowledge through experiencing and reflecting on the experience rather
than acquiring it. Knowledge is constructed based on personal experiences and
hypotheses.
In which learning theory could virtual reality and video conferencing be used to convey
meaning to a student?
Technology-mediated
Brain-based learning
Constructivism
Cognitivism - answer- Technology-mediated
To meet the learning needs of the student, the nurse educator will need to develop
several strategies for teaching. Which of the following strategies would best
demonstrate the model of education that meets the needs of the student?
Student centered
Group centered
Nursing centered
Educator centered - answer- Student centered
Which strategy helps develop clinical expertise?
Use real-life scenarios
Administer content tests
Concept maps
Review case studies - answer- Use real-life scenarios
The clinical nurse educator wants to encourage active learning in the post-clinical
conference. Which of the following would indicate that the clinical nurse educator needs
additional instruction in active learning strategies?
-Lecture the students about the most common diagnoses encountered in the clinical
learning environment.
-Have each student present information about his or her patient.
-Assign students a presentation topic for post-clinical conference.
