When an instructor asks a nursing student to answer a question in ...

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When an instructor asks a nursing student to answer a question in her or his own words and give an example, the cognitive level utilized is
 
  a. knowledge.
  b. comprehension.
  c. application.
  d. analysis.

Question 2

The student reads a definition of a nursing term and is asked to state whether the sentence is true or false. The cognitive level of this exercise is
 
  a. knowledge.
  b. comprehension.
  c. application.
  d. analysis.

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Comprehension refers to the ability to understand information, recall it, and identify examples. Knowledge is the ability to recall and repeat memorized information. Application refers to being able to use learned information in new situations. Analysis refers to being able to break down complex information into its basic parts and relate the parts to the whole.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Knowledge refers to the ability to recall and repeat memorized information. The other options are higher cognitive levels.