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Student Name: ______________________________ Roll No: ____________________

TEST: Teaching & Learning Time: 40 minutes

Fundamental of Nursing (FON-I) Total Marks: 80
Generic BSN (Year 1st Semester 1st) Dated: 10/06/2024

OBJECTIVES
Encircle the best option in each statement, which is given below.

1. Which of the following is a principle of adult learning?

a) Experience is a valuable resource
b) Adults learn best through lectures
c) Adults are motivated by external factors
d) Adults learn best in a formal setting

2. What is the most effective way to teach patients with different learning styles?
a) Using a variety of teaching methods
b) Using only one teaching method
c) Using visual aids only
d) Using lectures only

3. Which of the following is a type of learning that involves the development of new
attitudes?
a) Affective learning
b) Cognitive learning
c) Psychomotor learning
d) Social learning

4. What is the purpose of learning objectives in the teaching-learning process?

a) To clarify expectations
b) To assess learning outcomes
c) To develop teaching plans
d) To evaluate teaching methods

5. Which of the following is a type of learning that involves the development of new
behaviours?
a) Social learning
b) Cognitive learning
c) Affective learning
d) Psychomotor learning

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6. What is the most effective way to teach patients with different cultural
backgrounds?
a) Using culturally sensitive teaching methods
b) Using only one teaching method
c) Focusing on Western culture
d) Ignoring cultural differences

7. Which of the following is a characteristic of adult learners?

a)Self-motivation
b) Dependence on others
c) Limited experience
d) Lack of motivation

8. Which teaching method is best for a patient who prefers auditory learning?
A. Demonstrations
B. Written instructions
C. Verbal explanations
D. Visual aids

9. Which factor can enhance patient motivation to learn?

A. Complex information
B. Relevant and meaningful content
C. Long teaching sessions
D. Using medical jargon

10. What is an essential aspect of teaching patients with cognitive impairments?

A. Providing extensive written materials
B. Using simple, clear instructions
C. Relying on verbal instructions only
D. Assuming understanding

11. Which type of learner prefers hands-on experiences?

A. Visual
B. Kinesthetic
C. Auditory
D. Verbal

12. Effective communication in patient education involves:

A. Active listening
B. Using technical language

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C. Monologues
D. Assumptions about patient knowledge

13. When teaching a group of patients, it is important to:

A. Tailor the teaching to the individual needs of the patient
B. Use the same method for all patients
C. Provide as much information as possible in one session
D. Focus only on written materials

14. In patient education, the term "motivation" refers to:

A. The patient's readiness to learn
B. The nurse's enthusiasm
C. The complexity of the information
D. The time available for teaching

15. What is the most effective way to evaluate patient learning?

A. Observing the patient nodding

B. Asking the patient to demonstrate the learned skill
C. Providing a written test
D. Asking if they understand

16. Which of the following is an example of psychomotor learning?

A.admanestrating an injection
B. Describing symptoms of a disease
C. Understanding medication side effects
D. Discussing feelings about a diagnosis

17. The role of a nurse as an educator includes:

A. Only providing instructions
B. Assessing learning needs
C. Supervising other staff
D. Performing administrative tasks

18. What is the first step in the nursing process of patient education?
A. Implementation
B. Assessment
C. Evaluation
D. Planning

19. Which learning style is characterized by a preference for reading and writing?

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A. Verbal
B. Visual
C. Kinesthetic
D. Auditory

20. The "curriculum as both normative and descriptive" approach combines:

a) Theoretical and creative problem-solving elements
b) Pragmatic and socio-political purposes
c) Context and process elements
d) Normative and descriptive elements

21. What was the primary emphasis of Ralph Tyler's instrumental approach to
curriculum development?
a) The importance of teacher autonomy
b) A systematic design process with measurable objectives
c) Encouraging learners to set their own objectives
d) Flexibility and adaptability in curriculum planning

22. According to Tyler's approach, how should educational objectives be determined?

a) By the learners themselves
b) By experts with specialized knowledge
c) By political authorities
d) By parents and guardians

23. What is the key role of objectives in Tyler's approach to curriculum development?
a) To guide teachers' decision-making
b) To assess the students' personalities
c) To evaluate teachers' performance
d) To set rigid, unchangeable learning outcomes

24. In Tyler's approach, what is the order of planning in the curriculum development
process?
a) Implement, Evaluate, Decide, Organize
b) Decide, Organize, Evaluate, Implement
c) Organize, Decide, Implement, Evaluate
d) Evaluate, Organize, Decide, Implement

25. Curriculum development is influenced by different understandings of why a

curriculum should be developed. What are the primary considerations in curriculum
development?
a) Curriculum developers' preferences

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b) The availability of resources
c) Rationale, purpose, content, and skills inclusion
d) The number of students in a class

26. In which curriculum approach are learners seen as active co-creators and
participants in the learning process?
a) Objectives (product) approach
b) Process approach
c) Pragmatic approach
d) Normative and descriptive approach

27. What is the overarching approach in a curriculum that indicates the principle
according to which the curriculum is organized?
a) Curriculum as context
b) Curriculum as process
c) Curriculum as praxis
d) Curriculum as action of critical reflection

28. What aspect of the curriculum is measured to determine learner achievement?

a) Official, explicit, intended curriculum.
b) Covert curriculum.
c) Assessed/attained curriculum.
d) Enacted curriculum.

29. What is the purpose of analysis in the curriculum development process?

a) To establish existing settings
b) To refine design guidelines
c) To evaluate the product's impact
d) To create an ideal curriculum

30. How does curriculum development begin?

a) With a detailed curriculum plan
b) By implementing changes immediately
c) With an analysis of the existing setting
d) By selecting subject experts

31. What should a nurse do to facilitate a patient's learning according to Knowles?

A) Provide information without considering the patient's readiness
B) Conduct a thorough psychosocial assessment before planning teaching activities
C) Focus solely on medical jargon
D) Ignore the patient's previous learning experiences

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32. Which phase of the teaching-learning process includes developing a teaching plan?
A) Assessment
B) Evaluation
C) Planning
D) Implementation

33. What is a key component of reducing a patient's fear of change through teaching?
A) Reducing anxiety and anticipatory stress
B) Increasing medical interventions
C) Providing financial incentives
D) Limiting patient interactions

34. What should be assessed to determine a patient's learning needs?

A) The patient's financial status
B) The patient's existing knowledge and what they need to know
C) The patient's physical appearance
D) The patient's dietary preferences

35. Who proposed that education be designed on the basis of a theory of experience?
A. Socrates
B. John Dewey
C. Bertrand Russell
D. Jean Piaget

36. Which of the following is not a 2-way communication?

A. Lectures
B. Group discussion
C. Panel discussion
D. Symposium

37. To increase awareness of rural population towards small family norm, the best
method is
A. Film show
B. Charts and exhibits
C. Role playing
D. Television

38. Which of the following is Socratic method of teaching?

A. Lecture
B. Film

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C. Exhibition
D. Panel discussion

39. Which domain of learning involves intellectual understanding?

A) Cognitive domain
B) Affective domain
C) Psychomotor domain
D) Social domain

40. According to the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) and the Nursing
Council of New Zealand (NCNZ), what is an essential function of nursing?
A) Conducting clinical trials
B) Health teaching
C) Managing healthcare facilities
D) Prescribing medications

41. What is a key component of reducing a patient's fear of change through teaching?
A) Increasing medical interventions
B) Providing financial incentives
C) Reducing anxiety and anticipatory stress
D) Limiting patient interactions

42. What is one of the key responsibilities of a nurse in patient education?

A) Designing medical treatments
B) Performing surgeries
C) Helping people identify their learning needs
D) Prescribing medication

43. Why is competent patient education particularly important in today's health

environment?
A) It increases hospital revenue.
B) It reduces the need for medical staff.
C) It is essential for planning for early discharge.
D) It replaces the need for medical interventions.

44. Why is competent patient education particularly important in today's health

environment?
A) It increases hospital revenue.
B) It reduces the need for medical staff.
C) It is essential for planning for early discharge.
D) It replaces the need for medical interventions.

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45. What is the teaching-learning process aimed at promoting?

A) Physical fitness
B) Behavioral change
C) Social interaction
D) Financial stability

46. Which step in the teaching-learning process involves evaluating the effectiveness of
teaching?
A) Assessment
B) Planning
C) Implementation
D) Evaluation

47. According to Edelman, Mandle, and Kudzma (2014), what is the goal of health
education?
A) To reduce healthcare costs
B) To help individuals achieve optimum states of health through their own actions
C) To increase hospital admissions
D) To train nurses in advanced procedures

48. What can hinder a person's recovery or prevent them from engaging in health-
promoting behaviors?
A) Lack of medical staff
B) Poor hospital infrastructure
C) Knowledge deficit about their illness
D) Financial constraints

49. What should the nurse do if a patient is not understanding the information being
taught?
a) Repeat the information using the same approach
b) Assume the patient is not interested in learning
c) Modify the teaching strategy or find alternative methods
d) Discontinue the teaching session and try again later

50. Which of the following is an appropriate method for evaluating the patient's
learning progress?
a) Assessing the patient's vital signs
b) Asking the patient to recite medical definitions
c) Administering a written test on the material covered

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d) Observing the patient perform a task related to the teaching

51. What is the role of technology in health teaching at clinical sites?

a) To replace direct interaction between the nurse and patient
b) To provide additional resources and enhance the teaching process
c) To limit access to information and control learning outcomes
d) To substitute traditional teaching methods entirely

52. Which of the following factors can impact a patient's ability to learn?
a) Language barriers
b) Age and developmental stage
c) Cultural beliefs and values
d) All of the above

53. How can the nurse promote a supportive learning environment for the patient?
a) Providing a noisy and distracting environment
c) Rushing through the teaching sessions without allowing time for questions
c) Demonstrating empathy, patience, and active listening
d) Minimizing the use of visual aids and hands-on activities

54. Which of the following is an example of a psychosocial learning objective?

a) The patient will demonstrate proper hand hygiene technique.
b) The patient will identify sources of emotional support.
c) The patient will understand the dietary restrictions for diabetes.
d) The patient will verbalize the benefits of regular exercise.

55. Which of the following is an important component of a teaching learning plan?

a) Creating a detailed schedule for the patient's appointments
b) Providing the patient with written instructions only
c) Setting realistic goals and objectives
d) Limiting the amount of information given to the patient

56. What should a nurse consider when performing health teaching at a clinical site?
a) The nurse's personal beliefs and values
b) The patient's cultural background and beliefs
c) The availability of teaching assistants at the clinical site
d) The nurse's work schedule

57. Which of the following is a common barrier to effective health teaching at a clinical
site?
a) The nurse's lack of knowledge on the subject matter

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b) The patient's lack of interest in learning
c) The availability of teaching materials at the clinical site
d) The nurse's personal preferences for teaching methods

58. The first step in development of a patient educational program is to:

a. Document the educational plan in the patient's chart
b. Identify the purpose and topic of the educational program
c. Evaluate effectiveness of the educational plan
d. Decide the format for the materials to be developed

59. Acquiring knowledge is termed as

a. Teaching
b. learning
c. Education
d. All of the above.

60. Demonstration of CPR (cardio - pulmonary resuscitation) reflects which type of

learning?
a. Visual learning.
b. Auditory learning
c. Kinesthetic learning
d. Tactile learning

61. A system of activities intended to produce learning is known as

a. Students
b. Learning
c. Teachers
d. Teaching

62. Visual learners use which part of the brain for their learning?
a. Occipital lobe
c. Temporal love
b. Frontal lobe
d. Cerebellum

63. In this phase of teaching process, interaction between teacher & learner is important
using different strategies?
a. Implementation
b. Evaluation
c. Planning
d. Feed back

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64. What is the priority nursing intervention for a patient during the immediate post-
operative period?
a) Observing for hemorrhage
b) Maintaining a patient airway
c) Recording the intake and output
d) Checking the vital signs every 15 minutes

65. Which of the following is an expected reaction from a client who has just been told
by the physician that his tumor is malignant and has metastasis in to several organs?
a) Crying uncontrollably
b) Criticizing medical care
c) Refusing to visit visitors
d) Asking for additional medical consultations

66. Which of the following clinical finding is expected in a patient who has undergone
gastric lavage and prolonged vomiting?
a) Decreased serum pH
b) Increased serum bicarbonate level
c) Increased serum oxygen level
d) Decreased serum osmotic level

67. Which of the following is not considered as metaparadigm of nursing?

a) Person
b) Environment
c) Health
d) Diagnosis
e) Nursing

68. The concept of the greatest good for the greatest number is based on
a) Utilitarianism
b) Formalist theory
c) Deontologic theory
d) Transactional theory

69. Nursing diagnosis categories include all except

a) Actual
b) Risk
c) Possible
d) Syndrome
e) Factual

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f) Wellness

70. Which of the following nursing intervention would be most important for
determining fluid balance in a client with end-stage renal failure?
a) Monitor urine specific gravity
b) Measure fluid intake and output
c) Weight daily
d) Record frequency of bowel movements

Best of Luck…!!
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