Transience Increases the Efficiency of Human Memory

question 66

True/False

Transience increases the efficiency of human memory.

Recognize the significance of cultural, religious, and personal beliefs in patient care and the impact these beliefs may have on patient comfort and care preferences.

Identify strategies for incorporating cultural competence into healthcare practices to improve patient-centered care.

Understand the need for self-awareness and bias recognition to provide culturally competent care.

Recognize the importance of conducting a systematic cultural assessment to plan individualized, culturally competent care.

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Definitions:

Overlearning

The process of continuing to practice or study material beyond the point of initial mastery to enhance memory retention and performance.

Retrieval Cues

Stimuli or prompts that facilitate the recall of information stored in memory, aiding in the process of remembering.

Explicit Memories

Memories that can be consciously recalled, such as facts or events.

Implicit Memories

Memories that are recalled unconsciously and effortlessly, such as skills and procedures.