A New Shift Is Starting, and the LPN Is Given

question 24

Multiple Choice

A new shift is starting, and the LPN is given a list of assigned patients. Of the following patients, whom should the LPN see first?

• A)A patient reporting constipation and stomach cramps
• B)A 2-day postsurgical patient reporting pain at a level of 6
• C)A patient with pneumonia who is short of breath and anxious
• D)A patient scheduled for an MRI due to back pain

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Definitions:

Perceived Discrepancies

Refers to the differences or gaps that individuals notice between their current state and their desired state or goals.

Motivated

Driven or inclined to act or engage in certain activities out of interest or need.

Behaviourism

An emphasis on explaining observable behaviour in terms of reinforcement schedules.

Cognitive Events

Mental operations or processes involved in perception, memory, reasoning, and problem solving.