Deck 18: Work Force Trends: How to Find a First Job You Will Love

Question 1

Assuming all are true, which information about a new graduate should be included in a résumé to highlight abilities that would be valuable to an employer?

A) Prefers annual salary of $50,000 to $52,000
B) President of sky diving club
C) Fluent in American sign language
D) Plans to move to a nearby state after 1 year

Answer 1

Fluent in American sign language

Question 2

The LPN/LVN interviewee determines from personal appearance that the interviewer is from a different cultural background. What action should the interviewee take to minimize the impact of cultural difference during the interview?

A) Answer questions in a straightforward manner.
B) Use the same gestures the interviewer uses.
C) Avert the eyes when responding to questions.
D) Be prepared to tolerate decreased personal space.

Answer 2

Answer questions in a straightforward manner.

Question 3

The quality that is the greatest asset for the LPN/LVN working in home health care is

A) flexibility.
B) judgmental attitude.
C) sympathetic approach.
D) preference for working alone.

Answer 3

flexibility.

Question 4

What is the first step that should be taken by a student nurse who wants to use a particular instructor's name as a reference?

A) Look in the catalog to make sure the name is spelled correctly.
B) Pass the course taught by the instructor, which permits listing the name.
C) Ask the instructor whether her or his name may be used as a positive reference.
D) Check with recent graduates to see which instructor writes the best letters of reference.

Question 5

Desirable qualities and skills for the LPN/LVN working in mental health nursing include

A) a judgmental attitude and sympathetic approach.
B) preference for working alone and sticking to a routine.
C) empathy, good communication, and the ability to work on a team.
D) inflexibility, the ability to jump to conclusions, and sensitivity to change.

Question 6

An LPN/LVN applicant wishes to use knowledge of interpersonal styles to his benefit during a job interview. He assesses the interviewer to be a "results-focused" person. Which behavior should he adopt?

A) Answer the interviewer's questions in detail.
B) Try to interject information about himself as a person (e.g., his hobbies).
C) Look for ways to interject humor into the interview.
D) Keep answers to the point and relatively brief.

Question 7

Which of the following individuals is most likely to provide the most authoritative, positive reference for a student nurse who is beginning to search for postgraduation employment?

A) Instructor A, who has provided positive feedback during clinical labs
B) Program director B, who is familiar with the student nurse's academic record
C) Nurse C, who is the student nurse's acquaintance at the health club
D) Student nurse D, who is a peer enrolled in the same nursing program

Question 8

What advantage does a nurse have in locating a job he or she likes?

A) Nursing school encourages one to decide on a career area prior to graduation and allows for extra experiences.
B) Clinical assignments include practical nursing experience in a variety of clinical settings.
C) For nursing students in a community college or vocational/technical setting, the school guarantees a job on graduation.
D) Because of the rapid turnover of nurses in health care facilities, locating a choice job is easy.

Question 9

Which statement is true with regard to making a follow-up call after submitting a résumé and cover letter for a position?

A) Do not call; the employer will call the applicant if interested.
B) Call on the date and at the time mentioned in the cover letter.
C) Call on a Monday before 8 AM if possible.
D) Call on a Friday between 2 PM and 4 PM if possible.

Question 10

When an SP/VN or LPN/LVN is seeking a new position, which pre-interview preparatory action would most likely contribute to a successful interview?

A) Practice responding to sample interview questions.
B) Focus on spontaneity as the key to answering questions.
C) Choose casual clothing, because it denotes self-esteem.
D) Remind oneself to address the interviewer by her or his first name.

Question 11

Which is a basic rule when writing a letter of resignation?

A) Avoid venting negative feelings.
B) Honesty is the best policy; say how it is.
C) List suggestions for agency improvement.
D) Prior notice is highly overrated; just don't show up any more.

Question 12

What action should the nurse take if the employer begins to ask interview questions about work experience on the phone when the nurse calls to set up an interview?

A) Answer all questions asked by the employer pleasantly, accurately, and completely.
B) Express willingness to discuss qualifications in detail during a scheduled interview.
C) Mention being in a hurry now but give permission to receive a call back in an hour.
D) Report the phone call to the civil liberties commission.

Question 13

A student nurse is interested in working shortly after graduation. What action would have the greatest potential for achieving the goal of securing employment?

A) Limit job applications to positions listed in the Help Wanted section of the newspaper.
B) Obtain lists of job offerings posted in health care agencies.
C) Research agencies of interest and write brief letters expressing an interest in employment.
D) Depend on the school of nursing and school placement service to find employment.

Question 14

Which area of health care delivery services is the largest employer of LPN/LVNs?

A) Long-term care facilities
B) Hospitals
C) Home health
D) Military services

Question 15

Which would be most valuable to include on a list of references?

A) People who have worked in the agency to which one is applying
B) Personal friends who can be trusted to provide a positive reference
C) Influential people in the community
D) Health care workers who have supervised one's work and are willing to provide a reference

Question 16

Dressing for success at an interview means an applicant should

A) select clothing that could be worn at a cocktail party and a formal hair style.
B) wear well-fitting, businesslike clothes and a neat hairstyle.
C) wear only new, very conservative dark clothing and have a new haircut and/or style.
D) wear an outfit that reflects one's "off-duty" personality or hobbies and a casual hairstyle.

Question 17

Which statement indicates that a nurse is knowledgeable about good résumé preparation?

A) "My résumé is comprised of nearly three and a half pages."
B) "It was difficult to write a good objective statement, but I finally managed."
C) "I used a bulleted style to call attention to my list of job skills."
D) "To make sure my résumé catches the eye, I used bright pink paper."

Question 18

During an employment interview, the interviewee is asked, "What do you believe are your greatest weaknesses?" The best reply would be:

A) "I'm not aware of any weaknesses."
B) "My instructors told me I was disorganized."
C) "My biggest problem is lack of clinical experience."
D) "I work hard to do my job and meet expectations for my work."

Question 19

The nurse asks for advice about sending a cover letter and résumé electronically to a local health care agency. The best advice would be:

A) "Send the cover letter with the résumé as an attachment."
B) "Paste the résumé to the end of the cover letter."
C) "It is inappropriate to use electronic transmission in this instance."
D) "Phone first to find out whether the person hiring is computer literate."

Question 20

As the interview at the long-term care facility is coming to a close, the interviewer asks the applicant, "What questions may I answer for you?" Which question would be most likely to create a favorable impression?

A) "After completing the orientation, when will the first pay raise be given?"
B) "Will it be possible to tour a unit such as the one to which I would be assigned?"
C) "What will happen if I can't meet the outcomes for the competency-based orientation?"
D) "Do you have tuition reimbursement for courses toward my next degree?"

Question 21

Nurse T has decided to seek certification in an area that will enhance employability in a nursing home. Which certifications would be of greatest value to the LPN/LVN working in a nursing home? (Select all that apply.)

A) IV therapy
B) Wound care
C) Long-term care
D) Managed care
E) Pharmacology
F) Gerontology

Question 22

During an employment interview, the interviewee asks what additional educational experiences the LPN/LVN can count on receiving when employed at the facility. Which continuing education opportunity is the interviewer most likely to say the agency offers?

A) Annual off-site paid workshops
B) Orientation and in-service classes
C) Paid courses at a local 2-year college
D) Correspondence courses funded by NAPNES

Question 23

The National League for Nursing (NLN) membership

A) is open only to registered nurses.
B) is open only to licensed practical nurses.
C) is open only to advanced practice nurses.
D) is open to anyone interested in nursing issues.

Question 24

The American Nurses Association (ANA)

A) represents only registered nurses.
B) represents only licensed practical nurses.
C) represents both registered nurses and licensed practical nurses.
D) has attempted to expand licensed practical nurses' scope of practice.

Question 25

Which of the following trends should guide the LPN/LVN in planning for employment over the next 5 years? (Select all that apply.)

A) Little change in numbers needed or in potential work sites is projected.
B) The number of LPN/LVN positions available in hospitals will nearly double.
C) Employment opportunities for LPN/LVNs will increase in long-term care settings due to the care needs of older adults.
D) More LPN/LVNs will be needed to work in community-based settings.
E) LPN/LVNs will provide care for larger numbers of terminally ill and acutely ill patients.

Question 26

The LPN/LVN tells a mentor, "I want to join the nursing organization that gives me the greatest voice in making policy for LPN/LVN nursing." The mentor can correctly suggest that the LPN/LVN will wish to join the

A) National League for Nursing (NLN).
B) National Association for Practical Nurse Education and Services (NAPNES).
C) National Federation of Practical Nurses (NFPN).
D) American Nurses Association (ANA).

Question 27

Identify information that should be included in a résumé. (Select all that apply.)

A) State of health
B) Salary requirements
C) Education
D) Marital status
E) Work experience
F) Licenses/professional memberships
G) Military experience

Question 28

Helpful qualities for home health nurses include which of the following? (Select all that apply.)

A) Flexibility
B) Judgmental attitude
C) Self-confidence
D) Ability to deal with emergencies
E) Communication skills

Question 29

Select the various continuing education opportunities that are usually available to an LPN/LVN who accepts employment at a long-term care facility in a metropolitan area having a collegiate nursing program. (Select all that apply.)

A) A competency-based orientation
B) In-service programs
C) Workshops
D) CEUs through nursing publications
E) Certifications through nursing organizations

Question 30

What advice should an LPN/LVN use to adequately follow up an employment interview? (Select all that apply.)

A) Write a letter to the editor of the local newspaper praising the facility.
B) Offer a written critique of the interview sent to the interviewer.
C) Call the interviewer to inquire how the process is proceeding.
D) Write a thank you letter for granting the interview.

Question 31

Which phrases would be helpful to remember when filling out a job application? (Select all that apply.)

A) Never provide information regarding having held three or more jobs in the past year.
B) Explain employment gaps by responses such as laid off, job hunting, family responsibilities.
C) Answer questions about wage requirements by inflating current salary by 20%.
D) Respond to questions about age, religion, number of children, even though it is not required by law.
E) Do not leave questions unanswered or blank spaces on the application.

Question 32

The first college in the United States to have a distance-learning nursing program (online) is:

A) University of Phoenix.
B) Minneapolis Community Technical College.
C) Excelsior College.
D) Lackawanna College.

Question 33

In which of the following areas may LPN/LVNs obtain certification? (Select all that apply.)

A) Managed care
B) Pharmacology
C) Long-term care
D) Mental health care
E) IV therapy
F) Wound care
G) Neonatal care

Question 34

Which questions should the nurse identify as illegal for the interviewer to ask and therefore the nurse need not feel obligated to answer directly? (Select all that apply.)

A) "Have you been hospitalized within the past year?"
B) "What are two important things about yourself that you would like me to know?"
C) "Do you have a criminal record?"
D) "What would you say is your greatest weakness in the clinical area?"

Question 35

The area of nursing in which churches employ their own nurse to take care of basic health needs of the congregation is called _____________ nursing.

Question 36

Which services does membership in the National Federation of Practical Nurses (NFPN) provide? (Select all that apply.)

A) Subscription to the American Journal of Nursing
B) Insurance discounts
C) Continuing education articles for CEUs
D) Certification programs in IV therapy and gerontology
E) Current standards of practice