Question 1

Which statements are appropriate for telling a peer how to maximize learning from a textbook? (Select all that apply.)
A) Be aware of your reading assignments that are technical or scientific in nature and vary your reading speed accordingly.
B) Highlight unfamiliar words as you read and create index cards from them.
C) Read the entire chapter quickly. Skim content and save details for later.
D) Highlight key phrases or write notes in the margin.
E) Remember to use your index and glossary to locate information quickly.

Accepted Answer

Varying your reading speed based on the difficulty of the subject matter will help with comprehension. Highlighting words that you don't understand and creating index cards from them will help master the difficult content. Reading quickly and skimming content, saving details for later, does not accurately reflect reading efficiently by underlining key phrases, making margin notes. Highlighting and making margin notes not only forces you to process information, but allows for reviewing concepts found in margin notes, chapter key ideas, and underlined sections when you review.

Question 2

A nursing student spends lecture time doodling and staring out the window while thinking about what to cook for dinner. This student can best be described as a/an ____________________ listener.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A nursing student spends lecture time doodling...

Question 3

A nursing student tells a peer, "After working nights, I have a problem staying focused during the afternoon lectures. My mind wanders, and all of a sudden I realize that I'm lost." What helpful hints should the peer offer? (Select all that apply.)
A) If possible, sleep before coming to class.
B) Complete readings after attending lecture.
C) Write down key concepts and examples.
D) Ask questions during and after class.
E) Try to write everything the lecturer says.

Accepted Answer

Being rested can improve concentration. Completing readings before the lecture increases comprehension of the lecture material. Note making is more effective than note taking. Active involvement improves concentration.

Question 4

A nursing student listens with full attention during lectures, is open-minded and curious, and asks questions about the content. This student can best be described as a/an ____________________ listener.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A nursing student listens with full attention...

Question 5

A nursing student has difficulty taking multiple choice tests. The test is graded according to the number of right answers. Select the strategies most likely to be helpful when taking this type of test. (Select all that apply.)
A) Leave easy questions until last.
B) Answer all questions. Guess if necessary.
C) Leave answers unchanged after recording them.
D) Save time; stop reading options when the answer is found.
E) Read options and eliminate all wrong options.
F) Eliminate options unrelated to the subject matter.

Accepted Answer

With the type of scoring described, guessing is not penalized. Reading all options and eliminating obviously wrong distracters and those unrelated to the subject matter facilitate answering the question. Easy questions should be answered first. Answers may be changed if the learner is sure the revised answer is correct. All options should be read. First choice may seem correct, but sometimes a better option could be given later in the question.

Question 6

A nursing student asks for suggestions for successful test preparation. Select the items that give the best advice. (Select all that apply.)
A) "Go to a movie or watch television the night before the test."
B) "Reread pertinent chapters in the textbook."
C) "Plan to study from 8 PM until 2 AM the night before the test."
D) "Focus on note summaries, margin writings, and underlined text."
E) "Clarify the examination format with the instructor."

Accepted Answer

Reviewing material identified as important is vital to success on the examination. Knowing the format for questions helps students focus on the types of answers they will need to formulate. Going to a movie or watching television the night before the test may interfere with memory during the examination. Rereading pertinent chapters in the textbook is counterproductive, because key concepts have been identified in notes, margin notes, and underlined sections. Cramming is a poor strategy, whereas getting a good night's sleep is helpful.

Quiz 4: Using Your Methods and Skills: Studying and Testing

Which statements are appropriate for telling a peer how to maximize learning from a textbook? (Select all that apply.)

A nursing student spends lecture time doodling and staring out the window while thinking about what to cook for dinner. This student can best be described as a/an ____________________ listener.

A nursing student tells a peer, "After working nights, I have a problem staying focused during the afternoon lectures. My mind wanders, and all of a sudden I realize that I'm lost." What helpful hints should the peer offer? (Select all that apply.)

A nursing student listens with full attention during lectures, is open-minded and curious, and asks questions about the content. This student can best be described as a/an ____________________ listener.

A nursing student has difficulty taking multiple choice tests. The test is graded according to the number of right answers. Select the strategies most likely to be helpful when taking this type of test. (Select all that apply.)

A nursing student asks for suggestions for successful test preparation. Select the items that give the best advice. (Select all that apply.)