The Nurse Is Gathering Patient Data from Secondary Sources

question 7

Multiple Choice

The nurse is gathering patient data from secondary sources. Which sources would the nurse utilize to collect this data? Select all that apply.

• A) Medical records.
• B) Patient.
• C) History and physical.
• D) Physical therapist.
• E) Spouse.

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Definitions:

Cognitive Mechanisms

The mental processes involved in gaining knowledge and comprehension, including thinking, knowing, remembering, and problem-solving.

Purposiveness Of Behavior

The motivation or intent behind actions and behaviors, suggesting that activities are directed towards achieving specific goals.

Associative Learning

The learning process through which an individual forms connections between stimuli or behaviors and certain events or conditions.

Operant Learning

A learning approach that involves the use of consequences and reinforcements for actions, where a link is established between a specific behavior and its outcome.