You Are on a Scene at Which You Have Requested

question 42

Multiple Choice

You are on a scene at which you have requested and received orders for field termination of resuscitative measures. Which of the following terms should you use when informing the family of the patient's status?

• A) Gone
• B) Expired
• C) Dead
• D) Passed

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Definitions:

Free Operant Theory

A concept in behavioral psychology where an organism can respond at any time, leading to certain consequences, which then affect the frequency of future behaviors.

Behavioral Allocation

The process of distributing or prioritizing behaviors based on various factors such as rewards, effort required, and environmental cues.

Matching Law

A principle stating that animals will distribute their behaviors in proportion to the rate of reinforcement they receive for those behaviors.

Minimizing Law

The principle suggesting that organisms will adapt their behaviors in order to minimize negative consequences or punishments.