NURS 225 Exam 1 2026 | West Coast University Ontario |
Latest Update | Questions & Answers | Graded A+
1. If a nurse is working with a client who is struggling to adhere to a new
exercise regimen, which strategy should the nurse implement to promote
behavior change effectively?
Focus solely on the client's diet without addressing exercise.
Provide feedback on the client's progress and set achievable goals.
Suggest that the client abandon the exercise regimen if they struggle.
Encourage the client to increase their exercise intensity immediately.
2. What is the role of clinical judgment in patient education?
To perform administrative tasks.
To provide medication management.
To conduct physical examinations.
To assess patient needs and tailor education accordingly.
3. ROLES OF A NURSE AS HEALTH EDUCATOR
Asking questions
Facilitator of change
Contractor
Organizer
Evaluator
4. Describe how teamwork and collaboration among nurses can impact patient
care.
, Teamwork and collaboration allow nurses to work independently
without supervision.
Teamwork and collaboration primarily focus on administrative tasks
rather than patient care.
Teamwork and collaboration are only necessary in emergency
situations.
Teamwork and collaboration among nurses lead to coordinated
efforts that enhance the quality of care and ensure patient safety.
5. In a nursing education scenario, how might a nurse apply cognitivism to
enhance patient understanding of a treatment plan?
By focusing solely on the patient's observable behaviors during the
teaching session.
By using strategies that engage the patient's thought processes,
such as asking questions and encouraging reflection.
By using only visual aids without verbal explanations.
By providing a detailed written plan without further discussion.
6. The model of human memory is composed of three major components. They
are:
Cognitive processes, attention stores, and metacognition
Memory processes, encoding processes, and metacognitive
processes
Memory stores, cognitive processes, and metacognition
Sensory memory, working memory, long-term memory
7. What is the definition of acculturation?
, Acculturation is the preservation of cultural traits without any
modification.
Acculturation is the process by which members of a group modify or
give up traits from their culture of origin due to contact with another
culture.
Acculturation refers to the complete assimilation of one culture into
another.
Acculturation involves the rejection of all cultural influences from
outside sources.
8. If a nurse is developing a health education program for older adults with
sensory changes, what strategy should they prioritize to ensure effective
learning?
Using complex medical jargon to explain concepts.
Providing information only through written materials.
Relying solely on group discussions without visual aids.
Utilizing clear, large print materials and verbal instructions.
9. What is the main objective of patient education as described in health
education?
To empower patients with knowledge and skills to manage their
health effectively.
To provide patients with medication prescriptions.
To ensure patients follow medical advice without question.
To conduct clinical assessments of patients.
, 10. What is one method nurses can use to encourage client participation during
health education sessions?
Limiting client interaction
Using medical jargon
Providing only written materials
Asking open-ended questions
11. If a nurse is working with a culturally diverse group of patients, what
approach should they take to effectively educate them about health?
Avoid discussing cultural differences.
Utilize culturally competent communication strategies.
Use a one-size-fits-all approach to education.
Focus only on the most common cultural practices.
12. What does cultural competence entail in nursing education?
Avoiding discussions about culture
Implementing standardized teaching methods
Focusing solely on medical knowledge
Understanding and respecting diverse cultural backgrounds
13. Describe how behaviorism can be applied in a nursing education setting.
Behaviorism can be applied by using reinforcement to encourage
skill acquisition in patients.
Behaviorism relies on collaborative learning among peers.
Latest Update | Questions & Answers | Graded A+
1. If a nurse is working with a client who is struggling to adhere to a new
exercise regimen, which strategy should the nurse implement to promote
behavior change effectively?
Focus solely on the client's diet without addressing exercise.
Provide feedback on the client's progress and set achievable goals.
Suggest that the client abandon the exercise regimen if they struggle.
Encourage the client to increase their exercise intensity immediately.
2. What is the role of clinical judgment in patient education?
To perform administrative tasks.
To provide medication management.
To conduct physical examinations.
To assess patient needs and tailor education accordingly.
3. ROLES OF A NURSE AS HEALTH EDUCATOR
Asking questions
Facilitator of change
Contractor
Organizer
Evaluator
4. Describe how teamwork and collaboration among nurses can impact patient
care.
, Teamwork and collaboration allow nurses to work independently
without supervision.
Teamwork and collaboration primarily focus on administrative tasks
rather than patient care.
Teamwork and collaboration are only necessary in emergency
situations.
Teamwork and collaboration among nurses lead to coordinated
efforts that enhance the quality of care and ensure patient safety.
5. In a nursing education scenario, how might a nurse apply cognitivism to
enhance patient understanding of a treatment plan?
By focusing solely on the patient's observable behaviors during the
teaching session.
By using strategies that engage the patient's thought processes,
such as asking questions and encouraging reflection.
By using only visual aids without verbal explanations.
By providing a detailed written plan without further discussion.
6. The model of human memory is composed of three major components. They
are:
Cognitive processes, attention stores, and metacognition
Memory processes, encoding processes, and metacognitive
processes
Memory stores, cognitive processes, and metacognition
Sensory memory, working memory, long-term memory
7. What is the definition of acculturation?
, Acculturation is the preservation of cultural traits without any
modification.
Acculturation is the process by which members of a group modify or
give up traits from their culture of origin due to contact with another
culture.
Acculturation refers to the complete assimilation of one culture into
another.
Acculturation involves the rejection of all cultural influences from
outside sources.
8. If a nurse is developing a health education program for older adults with
sensory changes, what strategy should they prioritize to ensure effective
learning?
Using complex medical jargon to explain concepts.
Providing information only through written materials.
Relying solely on group discussions without visual aids.
Utilizing clear, large print materials and verbal instructions.
9. What is the main objective of patient education as described in health
education?
To empower patients with knowledge and skills to manage their
health effectively.
To provide patients with medication prescriptions.
To ensure patients follow medical advice without question.
To conduct clinical assessments of patients.
, 10. What is one method nurses can use to encourage client participation during
health education sessions?
Limiting client interaction
Using medical jargon
Providing only written materials
Asking open-ended questions
11. If a nurse is working with a culturally diverse group of patients, what
approach should they take to effectively educate them about health?
Avoid discussing cultural differences.
Utilize culturally competent communication strategies.
Use a one-size-fits-all approach to education.
Focus only on the most common cultural practices.
12. What does cultural competence entail in nursing education?
Avoiding discussions about culture
Implementing standardized teaching methods
Focusing solely on medical knowledge
Understanding and respecting diverse cultural backgrounds
13. Describe how behaviorism can be applied in a nursing education setting.
Behaviorism can be applied by using reinforcement to encourage
skill acquisition in patients.
Behaviorism relies on collaborative learning among peers.
