Deck 2: Becoming an Outstanding Student

Question 1

The most important information you should have as you begin your radiography program is:

A) tuition and textbook costs
B) knowledge of yourself
C) location of clinical sites
D) your classmates

Answer 1

knowledge of yourself

Question 2

The hierarchy of human needs was described by:

A) Freud
B) Einstein
C) Piaget
D) Maslow

Answer 2

Maslow

Question 3

Nutrition, sleep, relaxation, and exercise are what types of needs?

A) Psychologic
B) Physiologic
C) Mental and emotional
D) Anatomic

Answer 3

Physiologic

Question 4

The most important factor to consider when resolving conflict is to:

A) attack the issue
B) attack the other person so as to gain an advantage
C) abandon the relationship so that no more conflict arises
D) speak first to establish the higher ground

Question 5

Retrieving from memory is:

A) aided by the association and organization of data
B) a function fully understood
C) a function of short-term memory
D) aided by ignoring relevant material

Question 6

Slow learning versus fast learning is more effective in memorization.

Question 7

The difference between the speed of a speaker's presentation and your ability to listen provides the opportunity for:

A) daydreaming
B) texting
C) comparing notes with a classmate
D) reading the chapter in the text

Question 8

The type of memory required for success as a radiography student is:

A) short-term
B) distant
C) long-term
D) fleeting

Question 9

Optimizing memory can be achieved through:

A) adequate sleep
B) proper nutrition
C) organized reading and study
D) all of the above

Question 10

Emotionality is:

A) placing others' feelings first
B) the quality or state of a sound emotional balance
C) the same as empathy
D) part of Maslow's hierarchy

Question 11

Critical thinking implies:

A) making a choice agreeable to the group
B) weighing all aspects of the situation
C) making a decision according to current norms
D) relying on surveys and graphs

Question 12

Analytical thinking means:

A) obtaining a consensus among the group
B) being open to the concerns of others
C) gathering opinions from the group
D) gathering evidence of the situation

Question 13

Critical thinking is on basis of:

A) background beliefs
B) a set of universal values
C) self-awareness
D) respect for others

Question 14

The first step in becoming a critical thinker is having:

A) your opinion conform with the group
B) a humble approach in weighing the evidence
C) charts and graphs to analyze
D) at least three articles on the subject

Question 15

Maintaining the status quo is:

A) always harmful
B) always helpful
C) comfortable
D) always the consensus of the group

Question 16

Critical thinking may be hindered by:

A) background beliefs
B) emotional baggage
C) deeply ingrained group loyalty
D) all of the above

Question 17

Group loyalty is:

A) often good
B) often harmful
C) often rewarded
D) all of the above

Question 18

Emotions are most likely to run high in discussing:

A) religion and gun control
B) best movie of the year
C) most popular pop singer
D) most efficient study method

Question 19

An unbiased solution is most likely obtained by:

A) an attitude of humility and respect
B) disregarding multiple and conflicting opinions
C) a straightforward decision with confidence
D) a group consensus

Question 20

Characteristics of a critical thinker are:

A) quick thinker and quick action
B) confidence and self-esteem
C) rational and analytical
D) loyalty to the group