How Would You Interpret the Following Statement in the Patient's

question 77

Multiple Choice

How would you interpret the following statement in the patient's medical record: "The primary source of cancer spread through the blood to the pulmonary tissues"?

• A)The tumor was the only thing found in the lungs.
• B)The first cancer spread from the lungs.
• C)The main tumor metastasized to the lungs.
• D)The secondary tumor resulted from angiogenesis.
• E)The first cancer in the lungs was able to metastasize.

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Definitions:

Fixed-interval Schedule

A reinforcement schedule where a reward is given for the first response after a predetermined time period has passed.

Conditioned Reinforcers

Stimuli that acquire their reinforcing power through association with primary reinforcers, playing a role in shaping behavior.

Primary Reinforcers

Basic needs or stimuli such as food, water, or warmth that are naturally rewarding and motivate behavior without learning.

Fixed-interval

A schedule of reinforcement where responses are reinforced after a specified amount of time has passed, used in the study of behavior.