During an Annual Physical Examination, a 43-Year-Old Patient States That

question 20

Multiple Choice

During an annual physical examination, a 43-year-old patient states that she does not perform monthly breast self-examinations (BSEs) . She tells the nurse that she believes that mammograms "do a much better job than I ever could to find a lump." What should the nurse include in his or her response to this patient?

• A) BSEs may detect lumps that appear between mammograms.
• B) She is correct-mammography is a good replacement for BSE.
• C) The American Cancer Society recommends women over 40 years old perform a monthly BSE.
• D) She does not need to perform BSEs as long as a physician checks her breasts annually.

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Definitions:

Using Rewards

A technique in which incentives are provided to encourage certain behaviors or outcomes.

Bribing People

The act of giving someone money or other valuables to persuade them to do something, usually something illegal or unethical.

Intrinsic Motivation

Intrinsic motivation refers to performing an activity for its inherent satisfaction or pleasure, rather than for some separable consequence or reward.

Extrinsic Motivation

A form of motivation that comes from external rewards, such as money, fame, grades, and praise.