Which of the Following Items Would Be Least Important to the Nurse

question 2

Multiple Choice

Which of the following items would be least important to the nurse who is assessing the therapeutic effectiveness of vasopressin (Pitressin) ?

• A) Blood albumin
• B) Blood pressure
• C) Specific gravity
• D) Intake and output

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Definitions:

Selective Perception

The tendency to perceive and interpret information in a way that is consistent with one's existing beliefs, experiences, and expectations.

Attribution Bias

A cognitive bias that refers to the systematic errors made when people evaluate or try to find reasons for their own and others' behaviors.

Perceptual Biases

Cognitive biases that affect the interpretation and judgment of sensory information, leading to skewed perceptions and potentially erroneous conclusions.

Social Biases

The systematic tendency to process social information in a way that favors particular outcomes or interpretations based on personal, cultural, or societal preferences.