Which Condition Can Be Caused by Long-Term Use of Corticosteroids

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which condition can be caused by long-term use of corticosteroids such as prednisone?

• A) Blunting of exercise-induced tachycardia
• B) Shortness of air,wheezing
• C) Osteoporosis,increased risk of fractures
• D) Addiction

Apply concepts of operant conditioning to understand behaviors and their changes.

Recognize the implications of classical and operant conditioning in therapeutic settings.

Understand advanced concepts in conditioning such as stimulus generalization, discrimination, and higher-order conditioning.

Identify and explain the law of effect and its role in operant conditioning.

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Definitions:

Ischial Tuberosity

The bony protrusion at the bottom of the pelvis on which one sits.

Gluteus Maximus

The largest muscle in the buttocks, involved in movement of the hip and thigh.

Vertebral Column

The vertebral column, or spine, is a series of interconnected bones that protect the spinal cord and provide structural support to the body.

Subcutaneous Fat

A layer of fat located just beneath the skin, serving as insulation and energy storage.