The Name of the Document in Which a Person Appoints

question 67

Multiple Choice

The name of the document in which a person appoints another person to make medical decisions on their behalf when that person is unable to do so is called a

• A)living will
• B)DNR order
• C)HIPAA authorization
• D)medical (durable)power of attorney
• E)POLST

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Definitions:

Fixed-Ratio

A schedule of reinforcement where a response is reinforced only after a specified number of responses, commonly used in behavior modification programs.

Variable-Interval

A schedule of reinforcement where a response is rewarded after an unpredictable amount of time has passed, in operant conditioning.

Fixed-Interval

A schedule in operant conditioning where rewards or responses are provided after a consistent and predictable amount of time has passed.

Variable-Ratio

A schedule of reinforcement where a response is reinforced after an unpredictable number of responses. This schedule creates a steady, high rate of responding.