A Nurse Is Reading About Positive Reinforcement with the Goal

question 11

Multiple Choice

A nurse is reading about positive reinforcement with the goal of increasing staff motivation.Which action would demonstrate positive reinforcement?

• A) Every morning at shift change,thank each employee for an excellent job.
• B) Rotate a monthly "employee recognition award" among all employees on the unit.
• C) Wait until the annual performance review to recognize accomplishments.
• D) Give spur-of-the-moment recognition to an employee who has accomplished a goal.

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Definitions:

Determined

Having a firm decision and being unwavering in achieving a goal or completing a task.

Temperature

Temperature is a measure of the thermal energy present in an object or environment, indicating how hot or cold it is.

Zeitgeber

An external or environmental cue, such as light or temperature, that helps regulate the biological rhythms of an organism.

Potent

Having a strong effect or powerful influence.