The Type of Thinking That Uses Shortcuts to Allow One

question 123

Multiple Choice

The type of thinking that uses shortcuts to allow one to make a decision quickly,without considering all of the evidence,is called

• A) a heuristic.
• B) insight.
• C) an algorithm.
• D) framing.

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Definitions:

Acute Confusion

A sudden onset of disorientation or lack of awareness regarding time, place, or identity.

Medication Usage

The act of using drugs or pharmaceuticals as prescribed for treating or managing medical conditions.

Polypharmacy

The concurrent use of multiple medications by a patient, which can increase the risk of adverse drug interactions and complications.

Prescribed Medications

Medicines that are legally ordered by a healthcare professional to manage or treat a specific medical condition.