Based on Chapter 4's Discussion of Depression and Working Memory

question 8

Multiple Choice

Based on Chapter 4's discussion of depression and working memory, a clinical psychologist should know that people with depression

• A) have trouble on a wide variety of tasks involving the central executive.
• B) seldom report any cognitive problems.
• C) have much more trouble on tasks involving the visuospatial sketchpad than on tasks involving the phonological loop.
• D) have trouble when the phonological loop is involved in two simultaneous tasks.

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Definitions:

Special Consideration

Adjustments or accommodations made in academic or professional settings for individuals who have unique circumstances or needs.

Korotkoff Sounds

Sounds heard while measuring blood pressure with a sphygmomanometer and stethoscope, used to determine systolic and diastolic pressures.

Cuff Deflated

Refers to the process of releasing air from a cuff, commonly associated with blood pressure measurement devices, to lower its pressure.

Palpatory Method

Systolic blood pressure measured by using the sense of touch. This measurement provides a necessary preliminary approximation of the systolic blood pressure to ensure an adequate level of inflation when the actual auscultatory measurement is made.