A nursing student remarks that she would like to make better use of time during the school day. Which behaviors can be identified as ones that would contribute to this goal? (Select all that apply.)
a. Smoking during the time between classes
b. Practicing skills in the learning resource center during free time
c. Eating a candy bar for energy during the afternoon break
d. Using break time to review for the next class
e. Discussing class topics with a peer
ANS: B, D, E
Each of these behaviors focuses on something related to the program of study and thus is a constructive use of learner time. Smoking reduces the flow of oxygen to the brain. Eating a candy bar results in rebound hypoglycemia. Both smoking and eating a candy bar reduce the efficiency of learning and thus are poor uses of time.
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