The Most Prominent Component of the Jugular Venous Pulse Is

question 21

Multiple Choice

The most prominent component of the jugular venous pulse is the

• A)a wave.
• B)c wave.
• C)v wave.
• D)x slope.
• E)y slope.

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Definitions:

Pavlov

Refers to Ivan Pavlov, a Russian physiologist best known for his research in classical conditioning with dogs.

Skinner Box

An experimental apparatus developed by B.F. Skinner to study animal behavior and demonstrate the principles of operant conditioning.

Reinforcers

Stimuli that increase the likelihood of a behavior being repeated through positive or negative reinforcement.

Successive Approximation

A process used in behavior therapy and conditioning that rewards closer and closer behaviors towards a desired goal.