Preceptor Model In Nursing Education
The purpose of this quiz is to serve as a convenient means to assess your understanding of the preceptor model of clinical instruction in nursing education.
- 1.In the conventional clinical training of nurses, the usual ratio of faculty to students is:
- A.
2 to 30
- B.
1 to 4
- C.
1 to 8
- D.
1 to 2
- E.
None of the above
- 2.In the one-on-one preceptor model:
- A.
The RN preceptor receives a stipend from the nursing program in addition to the salery paid by the hospital.
- B.
The RN preceptor assumes overall responsibility for teaching and evaluation of the student.
- C.
Functions as a role model in the clinical setting.
- D.
Assures that the student is compliant with standards regarding CPR, immunizations, and OSHA standards.
- E.
All of the above.
- 3.Advantages of precptors include:
- A.
Assists in the solution to budget/faculty shortages in nursing education.
- B.
The transition from student to professional may be smoother due to increased confidence.
- C.
Preceptors gain intellectual stimulation.
- D.
All of the above.
- E.
None of the above.
- 4.For the facilities/hospitals where preceptorship takes place:
- A.
There is a higher recruitment rate of new graduate staff.
- B.
There is an improved retention rate of new graduate staff.
- C.
Patient care is more consistent.
- D.
All of the above.
- E.
None of the above.
- 5.Most preceptors:
- A.
Are forced into taking this position.
- B.
Are trained in teaching, learning, and evaluation methods.
- C.
Take on a student to lighten their work load.
- D.
Enjoy a sense of fulfillment when paired with a student.
- E.
None of the above.
- 6.Other advantages of the preceptor model include:
- A.
Higher pass rates on the NCLEX-RN.
- B.
Students believe they are more competent implementing the nursing process of care.
- C.
Preceptors are inspired to achieve higher standards of care.
- D.
None of the above.
- E.
B & C
- 7.The preceptor teaching strategy was founded on:
- A.
The Theory of Evolution.
- B.
The Adult Learning Theory.
- C.
The Theory of Relativity.
- D.
The Chaos Theory.
- E.
None of the above.
- 8.The One Minute Preceptor (OMP):
- A.
Was originally incorporated in medical education.
- B.
Is learner centered.
- C.
Derived from the adult learning theory, theory of reflective practice and constructivism.
- D.
All of the above.
- E.
None of the above.
- 9.The OMP model consists of:
- A.
Securing a commitment and supportive evidence from the student concerning the case.
- B.
The preceptor teaches general rules regarding the case.
- C.
The preceptor tells the student what was done correctly, but also corrects mistakes.
- D.
All of the above.
- E.
None of the above.
- 10.The principles of clinical instruction incorporates
- A.
An evolutionary process.
- B.
Reinforcement, participation and repetition to enhance learning.
- C.
Variety in learning activities.
- D.
Use of information & skills as soon as possible in the clinical setting.
- E.
All of the above.
- 11.Sink or Swim is a preceptor strategy in which
- A.
The student is allowed to function autonomously.
- B.
The student is in contact with the preceptor by mobile phone, pager, and e-mails only.
- C.
The preceptor is immediately available and ultimately responsible for the patient care decisions.
- D.
A & C are correct.
- E.
None of the above.
- 12.Structured manipulation allows the student
- A.
Immediate involvement with complecated cases as long as there is constant attendance of the preceptor.
- B.
Intense consultation sessions with the preceptor with complexity of assignments given on a gradual basis.
- C.
Both A & B are true.
- D.
Only B is true.
- E.
None of the above.
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