People Cannot Focus on All of the Stimuli That Surround

question 134

Multiple Choice

People cannot focus on all of the stimuli that surround them each day. A person's tendency to screen out most of the information to which he is exposed is called ________.

• A) subliminal retention
• B) selective distortion
• C) cognitive dissonance
• D) selective attention
• E) cognitive inertia

Recognize the importance of environmental factors and community infrastructure in disease prevention.

Understand the historical development of public health initiatives and their impact on community health.

Analyze the role of government and non-governmental organizations in the advancement of public health.

Identify key figures and their contributions to public health and nursing.

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Definitions:

Napoleon

A French military leader and emperor who rose to prominence during the French Revolution and its associated wars, known for his strategic skills and the Napoleonic Code.

French Émigrés

Refers to French individuals, especially nobility, who fled France during the French Revolution due to threats to their lives and status.

Philadelphia

A historic city in the United States, known for its significant role in American history, particularly during the Revolutionary War.

1790s

The decade from 1790 to 1799, notable for significant political and social changes globally, including the French Revolution.