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Chapter 01: Personal Resources of an Adult Learner Knecht: Success in
Practical/Vocational Nursing, 9th Edition
MULTIPLE CHOICE
1. Which individual in a practical/vocational nursing class would be identified as a traditionaladult learner?
a. One who has been out of school for many years
b. One who has children and grandchildren
c. One who knows the routine of education
d. One who is in his or her early 20s
ANS: D
Traditional adult learners are individuals who come to the educational program directly from high school or another program
of study. They are usually in their late teens or early 20s. Thelearner who has been out of school for many years and the
learner who has children and grandchildren would be identified as a returning adult learner. The learner who knows the
routine of education does not provide sufficient information for classification.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: p. 3 OBJ: 1 TOP:
Adult Learner KEY: Nursing Process Step: N/AMSC:
NCLEX: N/A
2. A student enrolled in an LPN/LVN program states, “I’m fresh out of high school and living alone for the first time in my life.
I’m learning how to take care of myself as well as learningto care for my patients.” This statement identifies the student as
a. a traditional adult learner.
b. a returning adult learner.
c. someone in need of counseling.
d. someone who is not accustomed to formal education.
ANS: A
Traditional adult learners are individuals who are in their late teens or early 20s who have come to the practical/vocational
program directly from high school or another program of study. A returning adult learner is someone who has been out of
school for several years. Aperson in needed of counseling is commonly a student who has been evaluated by the instructor
as having areas that need improvement. This student is a traditional adult learner,and traditional adult learners are
accustomed to formal education.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Analysis REF: p. 3 OBJ: 1 TOP:
Adult Learner KEY: Nursing Process Step: N/AMSC:
NCLEX: N/A
3. A nursing student states, “I have taken advantage of informal learning experiences.” Anotherstudent asks, “Could you give
me an example?” The best example of an informal learning experience is
a. caring for a disabled family member.
b. taking a continuing education course.
c. enrolling in an academic program.
d. attending credit classes at the mall.
Test Bank for Success in Practical Vocational Nursing 9th Edition by Knecht | Complete Chapters 1-42 BY HAVENS
,Test Bank for Success in Practical Vocational Nursing 9th Edition by Knecht | Complete Chapters 1-42
ANS: A
Informal learning experiences are those that take place outside a formal educational setting. Aperson who cares for a disabled
family member would gain knowledge and skill in providing personal care. An education course, academic program, and credited
classes all take place in aformal educational setting.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: p. 3 OBJ: 2 TOP:
Informal educational experience KEY: Nursing Process Step: N/AMSC:
NCLEX: N/A
4. What strategy can be used by a nursing student to effectively combat a fear of failure?
a. Picture in your mind the rewards of succeeding
b. Positive self-talk
c. Create a mental script of positive thoughts
d. All of the above
ANS: D
Picturing the rewards of succeeding, positive self-talk, and a mental script of positive thoughtsall contribute a positive mental
attitude and are all ways to combat the fear of failure.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: p. 4 OBJ: 2
TOP: Promoting success in the program of study KEY: Nursing Process Step: N/AMSC:
NCLEX: N/A
5. An example of a self-talk “script” that promotes success in a practical/vocational nursingprogram is
a. “I get sick from smelling bad odors.”
b. “What if I’m ‘all thumbs’ in practice lab?”
c. “I don’t think the instructor likes me.”
d. “I work well with my hands.”
ANS: D
The statement “I work well with my hands” is a positive thought. It focuses on a strength andpromotes the expectation that
the individual will succeed. All other options are examples of negative thinking that create expectations for problems and
failure.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Analysis REF: p. 3 OBJ: 2 TOP:
Hidden dangers KEY: Nursing Process Step: N/AMSC:
NCLEX: N/A
6. Select the factor common to ALL types of adult learners that predisposes them to success in anursing program.
a. They have few responsibilities at home.
b. They have the motivation to succeed.
c. They automatically qualify for financial aid.
d. They have few daily distractions.
ANS: B
The only statement applicable to all types of adult learners is that the majority is motivated tosucceed. The other factors may
be applicable to one or two classifications of learners but not to all three.
Test Bank for Success in Practical Vocational Nursing 9th Edition by Knecht | Complete Chapters 1-42 BY HAVENS
, Test Bank for Success in Practical Vocational Nursing 9th Edition by Knecht | Complete Chapters 1-42
DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: p. 4 OBJ: 2 TOP:
Factors predisposing to success KEY: Nursing Process Step: N/AMSC:
NCLEX: N/A
7. When a class of nursing students discusses their concerns about their program, the concernshared by most learners is
generally the fear of
a. succeeding.
b. economic problems.
c. failure.
d. ridicule.
ANS: C
Some degree of fear of failure is nearly universal and often relates to earlier failures or setbacks the learner has experienced
in other educational settings. Few individuals are afraidof succeeding. Uncertainty about economic issues is common among
students but is not as universal as fear of failure. Fear of ridicule is rarely a concern; if present, it is usually superseded by
fear of failure.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Analysis REF: p. 4 OBJ: 2 TOP:
Hidden dangers KEY: Nursing Process Step: N/AMSC:
NCLEX: N/A
8. The First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution guarantees students the right to
a. graduate from a program.
b. fail an academic program.
c. express oneself in class.
d. have unlimited absences.
ANS: C
The First Amendment provides for freedom of expression as long as what is expressed does not disrupt class or infringe
on the rights of peers. The remaining options are topics that arenot addressed by this amendment.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Knowledge REF: p. 6 OBJ: 6 TOP:
Learner rights KEY: Nursing Process Step: N/AMSC:
NCLEX: N/A
9. Which amendment to the U.S. Constitution protects the learner from being asked to leave aneducational program without
due process?
a. Eleventh
b. Twelfth
c. Thirteenth
d. Fourteenth
ANS: D
The Fourteenth Amendment guarantees due process. The learner has the right to defend him- or herself if charged with a
violation of policy or rules. The Eleventh, Twelfth, and Thirteenthamendments do not address due process.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Knowledge REF: p. 6 OBJ: 6 TOP:
Learner rights KEY: Nursing Process Step: N/A
Test Bank for Success in Practical Vocational Nursing 9th Edition by Knecht | Complete Chapters 1-42 BY HAVENS
Test Bank for Success in
Practical Vocational Nursing
9th Edition by Knecht |
Complete Chapters 1-42 FULLY
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Chapter 01: Personal Resources of an Adult Learner Knecht: Success in
Practical/Vocational Nursing, 9th Edition
MULTIPLE CHOICE
1. Which individual in a practical/vocational nursing class would be identified as a traditionaladult learner?
a. One who has been out of school for many years
b. One who has children and grandchildren
c. One who knows the routine of education
d. One who is in his or her early 20s
ANS: D
Traditional adult learners are individuals who come to the educational program directly from high school or another program
of study. They are usually in their late teens or early 20s. Thelearner who has been out of school for many years and the
learner who has children and grandchildren would be identified as a returning adult learner. The learner who knows the
routine of education does not provide sufficient information for classification.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: p. 3 OBJ: 1 TOP:
Adult Learner KEY: Nursing Process Step: N/AMSC:
NCLEX: N/A
2. A student enrolled in an LPN/LVN program states, “I’m fresh out of high school and living alone for the first time in my life.
I’m learning how to take care of myself as well as learningto care for my patients.” This statement identifies the student as
a. a traditional adult learner.
b. a returning adult learner.
c. someone in need of counseling.
d. someone who is not accustomed to formal education.
ANS: A
Traditional adult learners are individuals who are in their late teens or early 20s who have come to the practical/vocational
program directly from high school or another program of study. A returning adult learner is someone who has been out of
school for several years. Aperson in needed of counseling is commonly a student who has been evaluated by the instructor
as having areas that need improvement. This student is a traditional adult learner,and traditional adult learners are
accustomed to formal education.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Analysis REF: p. 3 OBJ: 1 TOP:
Adult Learner KEY: Nursing Process Step: N/AMSC:
NCLEX: N/A
3. A nursing student states, “I have taken advantage of informal learning experiences.” Anotherstudent asks, “Could you give
me an example?” The best example of an informal learning experience is
a. caring for a disabled family member.
b. taking a continuing education course.
c. enrolling in an academic program.
d. attending credit classes at the mall.
Test Bank for Success in Practical Vocational Nursing 9th Edition by Knecht | Complete Chapters 1-42 BY HAVENS
,Test Bank for Success in Practical Vocational Nursing 9th Edition by Knecht | Complete Chapters 1-42
ANS: A
Informal learning experiences are those that take place outside a formal educational setting. Aperson who cares for a disabled
family member would gain knowledge and skill in providing personal care. An education course, academic program, and credited
classes all take place in aformal educational setting.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: p. 3 OBJ: 2 TOP:
Informal educational experience KEY: Nursing Process Step: N/AMSC:
NCLEX: N/A
4. What strategy can be used by a nursing student to effectively combat a fear of failure?
a. Picture in your mind the rewards of succeeding
b. Positive self-talk
c. Create a mental script of positive thoughts
d. All of the above
ANS: D
Picturing the rewards of succeeding, positive self-talk, and a mental script of positive thoughtsall contribute a positive mental
attitude and are all ways to combat the fear of failure.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: p. 4 OBJ: 2
TOP: Promoting success in the program of study KEY: Nursing Process Step: N/AMSC:
NCLEX: N/A
5. An example of a self-talk “script” that promotes success in a practical/vocational nursingprogram is
a. “I get sick from smelling bad odors.”
b. “What if I’m ‘all thumbs’ in practice lab?”
c. “I don’t think the instructor likes me.”
d. “I work well with my hands.”
ANS: D
The statement “I work well with my hands” is a positive thought. It focuses on a strength andpromotes the expectation that
the individual will succeed. All other options are examples of negative thinking that create expectations for problems and
failure.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Analysis REF: p. 3 OBJ: 2 TOP:
Hidden dangers KEY: Nursing Process Step: N/AMSC:
NCLEX: N/A
6. Select the factor common to ALL types of adult learners that predisposes them to success in anursing program.
a. They have few responsibilities at home.
b. They have the motivation to succeed.
c. They automatically qualify for financial aid.
d. They have few daily distractions.
ANS: B
The only statement applicable to all types of adult learners is that the majority is motivated tosucceed. The other factors may
be applicable to one or two classifications of learners but not to all three.
Test Bank for Success in Practical Vocational Nursing 9th Edition by Knecht | Complete Chapters 1-42 BY HAVENS
, Test Bank for Success in Practical Vocational Nursing 9th Edition by Knecht | Complete Chapters 1-42
DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: p. 4 OBJ: 2 TOP:
Factors predisposing to success KEY: Nursing Process Step: N/AMSC:
NCLEX: N/A
7. When a class of nursing students discusses their concerns about their program, the concernshared by most learners is
generally the fear of
a. succeeding.
b. economic problems.
c. failure.
d. ridicule.
ANS: C
Some degree of fear of failure is nearly universal and often relates to earlier failures or setbacks the learner has experienced
in other educational settings. Few individuals are afraidof succeeding. Uncertainty about economic issues is common among
students but is not as universal as fear of failure. Fear of ridicule is rarely a concern; if present, it is usually superseded by
fear of failure.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Analysis REF: p. 4 OBJ: 2 TOP:
Hidden dangers KEY: Nursing Process Step: N/AMSC:
NCLEX: N/A
8. The First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution guarantees students the right to
a. graduate from a program.
b. fail an academic program.
c. express oneself in class.
d. have unlimited absences.
ANS: C
The First Amendment provides for freedom of expression as long as what is expressed does not disrupt class or infringe
on the rights of peers. The remaining options are topics that arenot addressed by this amendment.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Knowledge REF: p. 6 OBJ: 6 TOP:
Learner rights KEY: Nursing Process Step: N/AMSC:
NCLEX: N/A
9. Which amendment to the U.S. Constitution protects the learner from being asked to leave aneducational program without
due process?
a. Eleventh
b. Twelfth
c. Thirteenth
d. Fourteenth
ANS: D
The Fourteenth Amendment guarantees due process. The learner has the right to defend him- or herself if charged with a
violation of policy or rules. The Eleventh, Twelfth, and Thirteenthamendments do not address due process.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Knowledge REF: p. 6 OBJ: 6 TOP:
Learner rights KEY: Nursing Process Step: N/A
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