Nursing Orientation Course
Midterm Exam
Course Introduction
The Nursing Orientation Course is designed to introduce new nursing students to the foundational principles, values, and expectations of the nursing profession. This course covers essential topics such as the history and evolution of nursing, ethical and legal responsibilities, communication skills, patient safety, and infection control practices. Students will also become familiar with hospital policies, documentation procedures, and the role of nurses in interdisciplinary healthcare teams. Through lectures, interactive discussions, and simulations, participants will develop the knowledge and confidence needed to effectively transition into clinical environments and uphold professional standards in patient care.
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Keys to Nursing Success Revised Edition 3rd Edition by Janet R. Katz
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Chapter 1: Researching Your Nursing Education: Collecting the Basic Data
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Q1) The quality of being reliable,trustworthy,and accountable is called __________.
Answer: responsible
Q2) What are the three educational degrees you can have to become an RN?
A)an associate's degree in nursing,a bachelor's degree in nursing,a certificate of nursing
B)a bachelor's degree in nursing,a diploma in nurse assisting,an associate's degree in nursing
C)only a bachelor's degree and an associate's degree
D)a bachelor's degree in nursing,an associate's degree in nursing,a diploma in nursing
E)none of the above
Answer: D
Q3) _____________ thinking means taking unique approaches to problems and seeing the world from a different perspective.
Answer: Creative or critical
Q4) Successful intelligence is broken into three abilities: _____________ thinking,_____________ thinking,and _______________ thinking.
Answer: analytical,creative,practical
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Chapter 2: Discovering Nursing: Exploring Your Options
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Q1) Which of the following explains the increased demand for nurses?
A)a growing number of elders,a growing number of public health diseases,a growing increase of those on Medicaid
B)a growing overall population,a growing number of immigrants,a growing number of sick patients
C)an increase in the number of elders,patients in the hospital are sicker,an increase in technology and complexity of health care
D)an increase in technology,a growing population,greater numbers of diseases
Answer: C
Q2) Another solution to the shortage is seen in the Nurse Reinvestment Act,designed to A)support students and faculty.
B)invest in improving the image of nursing and increasing diversity.
C)add more capacity to hospitals to train nurses.
D)increase the number of nurses with bachelor's degrees.
Answer: A
Q3) The type of nursing that is concerned with _________ is concerned with groups of people rather than just individuals.
Answer: population
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Chapter 3: Values, Goals, Time, and Stress: Managing Yourself
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Q1) Procrastination can hinder you from accomplishing tasks.Which of the following does NOT contribute to procrastination?
A)studying in a distracting location
B)curbing your social time
C)not delegating to others
D)not thinking ahead
Answer: B
Q2) A priority is
A)the goal you accomplish first in any given day.
B)the most desirable goal.
C)the most important goal at any given moment.
D)the most beneficial goal.
Answer: C
Q3) Academic integrity positively affects which of the following?
A)professional behavior patterns
B)overall knowledge level
C)respectful interaction with others
D)all of the above
Answer: D
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Q1) The way an instructor presents material can be called his or her __________
Q2) Study techniques that may specifically benefit interpersonal learners include
A)studying alone.
B)teaching material to someone else.
C)connecting related facts using arrows when taking notes.
D)writing short summaries of the material.
Q3) A strength in one or more ______________ may lead to a major,and internship,or even a lifelong career.
Q4) Shannon's most developed intelligences are naturalistic and bodily-kinesthetic.What probably would be the worst career choice for her based on these abilities?
A)telemarketer
B)landscaper
C)yoga instructor
D)massage therapist
Q5) The key to finding a rewarding career is exploring your options and following your
Q6)
Q7) __________-__________ intelligence is the ability to perceive and create Page 6
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Chapter 5: Critical, Creative, and Practical Thinking: Solving Problems and Making Decisions
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Q1) In _________________________,the choices are often determined and you are trying to fulfill a need.
A)decision making
B)problem solving
C)brainstorming
D)hypothesizing
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Q2) ______________ intelligence has a significant effect on your ability to communicate and maneuver in a social environment in a way that helps you achieve your goals.
Q3) Statements of fact include all of the following EXCEPT
A)actual people,places,objects,or events.
B)a description of current events in exact terms.
C)non-emotional words.
D)abstract words that are complicated to define.
Q4) Letting your mind free-associate to come up with different ideas or answers is referred to as __________________.
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Q5) _____________ _____________is the kind of intelligence used to achieve important goals.
Chapter 6: Reading and Studying: Focusing on Content
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Q1) The stock of words used by a particular person is called his or her __________.
Q2) To choose the right setting for reading,you should select the right location and time,and deal with internal ______________.
Q3) What is the best time and place to read?
A)at the library where it's quiet,in the morning when you are fresh
B)at home,when you're alone with no distractions
C)at work,during break times
D)whenever and wherever you can best concentrate,depending on your learning style and personal preferences
Q4) If you are highlighting key terms and concepts,which element of SQ3R are you practicing?
A)survey
B)question
C)read
D)recite
Q5) Defining your reading purpose helps you choose _______ __________ and decide how much time and effort to expend.
Q6) You are __________ when you rapidly read chapter elements.
Q7) The central part or basis of a word is called the __________.
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Chapter 7: Listening, Note Taking, and Memory: Taking In,
Recording, and Remembering Information
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Q1) What characterizes an active listener?
A)asking questions and paying attention to the speaker's choice of words
B)moving around the room to improve concentration while you listen
C)sitting back and relaxing while someone speaks
D)none of the above
Q2) What is a value of taking notes in class?
A)By taking good class notes,you won't need to spend as much time reading your textbook.
B)Note taking helps you listen better and become more involved in class.
C)You don't have to listen as carefully if you're taking notes.
D)It helps you make a good impression on the instructor.
Q3) Noises and distractions are hindrances to effective listening in the
A)interpretation stage of listening.
B)sensation stage of listening.
C)reaction stage of listening.
D)evaluation stage of listening.
Q4) In the __________ __________ stage of retaining information in long-term memory,you come up with new ideas by blending what you already know with what you are learning now.
Q5) The __________ stage of listening is also known as hearing.
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Chapter 8: Test Taking: Showing What You Know
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Q1) ___________ test questions are worth more points than other questions on the same test.
Q2) To achieve a positive attitude before a test,you should
A)see the test as an opportunity to learn and experience success.
B)tell yourself that the grade you get doesn't matter.
C)get yourself keyed up for the test by cramming and drinking a lot of coffee.
D)realize that once you take a test the results are final and you can't do anything about them.
Q3) Being prepared physically for a test often can be just as important as being prepared mentally.Which of the following is the best advice for physically preparing for an exam?
A)Make the most of your study time by reviewing notes late the night before an exam.
B)Realize that your true worth as an individual is based on your test performance.
C)Eat a quick-energy snack (banana,orange juice,or granola bar)before the exam.
D)Stay up late the night before an exam to watch your favorite movie with friends.
Q4) Last-minute studying is also called ___________ .
Q5) A(n)__________ is a word that affects the meaning of another word or word group.
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Chapter 9: Researching and Writing: Gathering and Communicating Ideas
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Q1) Words and phrases that connect thoughts are called __________.
Q2) __________ is a drafting technique where you write whatever comes to mind without censorship.
Q3) The writing process includes all of the following EXCEPT
A)planning.
B)drafting.
C)typing.
D)revising and editing.
Q4) A first draft must
A)have no spelling or punctuation errors.
B)be ready to show to your instructor.
C)have exactly the right tone.
D)create the initial structure and content of your document.
Q5) A thesis statement does all of the following EXCEPT
A)explain your writing style.
B)tell readers what they should expect from your written presentation.
C)link together your topic,purpose,and commitment to your audience.
D)appear near the beginning of your document.
Q6) Preliminary notes you take as you review research materials are _________
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Chapter 10: Relating to Others: Communicating in a Diverse World
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Q1) The successfully intelligent response to discrimination and hate and the next step toward cultural competence is to gather __________.
Q2) What is a positive outcome of valuing diversity?
A)more people to pull the weight of a group project
B)heightened ability to analyze how people relate to one another
C)more developed ability to connect with others
D)both b and c
Q3) Nonverbal communication signals include all EXCEPT
A)tone of voice.
B)word choice.
C)eye contact.
D)posture.
Q4) A(n)__________ __________ is manifested by prejudice and often directed at racial,ethnic,and religious minorities and homosexuals.
Q5) Valuing diversity is respecting and appreciating ____________ among and within people.
Q6) In ___________ cultures,communication is linked primarily to words and to the explicit messages sent through those words.
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Q7) A pre-conceived judgment or opinion is called __________ .
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Chapter 11: Personal Wellness: Taking Care of Yourself
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Q1) A(n)__________ booster is recommended every 10 years to protect from bacterial infections related to certain wounds.
Q2) How does exercising affect your energy levels?
A)It increases your energy efficiency.
B)It decreases your energy efficiency.
C)It maintains consistent energy levels.
D)It has no effect.
Q3) People contract HIV by all of the following means EXCEPT
A)sexual relations with infected partners.
B)sharing hypodermic needles.
C)infected blood transfusions.
D)sharing a bathroom with infected roommates.
Q4) After smoking,__________ is the second leading cause of preventable death.
Q5) If you notice a person around campus who is acting suspiciously or makes you feel uneasy,you should
A)introduce yourself in a friendly manner.
B)speak to your instructor or contact security.
C)ask to see the person's college ID.
D)tell the person to leave the area.
Q6) A good activity to begin a daily exercise routine is ___________.
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Chapter 12: Managing Career and Money: Reality Resources
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Q1) When searching for a job,your __________ should always be typed or printed on a computer.
Q2) What are the best steps to take if you are in financial debt?
A)Get another credit card to help you pay off your current creditors.
B)Immediately file for bankruptcy.
C)Address the problem immediately with your creditors,working with them to create a payment plan.
D)both a and c
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Q3) How can knowing your learning style help with your career search?
A)Self-knowledge can help you pinpoint a career.
B)Knowing your personality helps you understand how you work with others.
C)both of the above
D)none of the above
Q4) A job-hunting strategy that utilizes a group sharing information and/or services is called __________.
Q5) A(n)__________ takes a special interest in helping you reach your goals.
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Q6) A(n)__________ is a person who serves as a carrier or source of information.
Chapter 13: Creating Your Life: Building a Successful Future
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Q1) An active citizen gets involved by
A)participating in community debates and hearings.
B)writing letters to legislators.
C)voting in every election.
D)all of the above
Q2) Nurturing a _________ life will help you find balance and meaning.
Q3) ___________ is the key to helping you adapt to change.
Q4) What is NOT a successfully intelligent way to handle changes in your life?
A)Maintain flexibility.
B)Continue to follow set schedules.
C)Analyze change,consider options,make decisions,and take practical actions.
D)Be open to unpredictability.
Q5) Part of Sarah's grade in her communications class comes from visiting the elderly at a senior center,talking with them about the greatest changes they have seen in their lifetimes,and preparing a speech to share that information.Sarah's experience is an example of
A)service learning.
B)emotional learning.
C)practical learning.
D)analytical learning.
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