Lovaas and Simmons Used Punishment to Reduce Self-Injurious Behavior in a Boy

question 9

Multiple Choice

Lovaas and Simmons used punishment to reduce self-injurious behavior in a boy. Before treatment, this boy would hit himself at a rate of up to _______.

• A) 5 times a minute
• B) 10 times a minute
• C) 20 times a minute
• D) 30 times a minute

---

Definitions:

Posture

The way one holds their body when standing or sitting, which can communicate nonverbal cues about confidence, openness, or submissiveness.

Ethical Standards

Principles that govern the behavior of individuals and organizations, outlining what is considered morally right and wrong.

Nursing

The profession or practice of providing care for the sick and infirm, primarily in healthcare settings.

Horizontal Communication

Refers to the exchange of information, ideas, or requests between peers or departments within the same level of an organization, aimed at facilitating coordination and collaboration.