Example Questions
Example of a Knowledge Question
The knowledge question requires a Candidate to answer the question solely by memory and involves the recall of definitions, facts, rules, sequences, procedures, principles, and generalizations.
Constipation can be treated with:
- calcium, warm moist heat, and exercise
- acupressure wrist band, frequent small meals and protein-rich snacks
- vitamin E, support stockings and elevated legs
- increased water, exercise and natural sources of iron
Correct answer: D
Example of an Application Question
The application questions involve the use of abstracts in concrete situations. The abstractions may be in the form of general ideas, procedures, or methods. They may also be in the form of technical principles, ideas, and theories that must be remembered or applied.
What do white spots on an infant’s tongue and gums that can be easily removed indicate?
- Strep throat
- Milk residue
- Thrush
- Milk intolerance
Correct answer: B
Example of an Analysis Question
The analysis questions require a Candidate to break down information into its constituent parts. This may involve finding assumptions, distinguishing facts from opinion, discovering causal relationships, and finding fallacies in stories or arguments.
A client who gave birth two weeks ago reports a fever of 103°F, chills, headache, and body aches. What is the MOST likely cause of these symptoms?
- Laceration infection
- Uterine infection
- Breast infection
- Respiratory infection
Correct answer: C