A Partial Obstruction in a Coronary Artery Will Likely Cause

question 21

Multiple Choice

A partial obstruction in a coronary artery will likely cause:

• A) pulmonary embolus.
• B) hypertension.
• C) angina attacks.
• D) myocardial infarction.

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Definitions:

Secondary Punisher

A stimulus that becomes punishing because it is associated with a primary punisher.

Negative Reinforcement

A process in behavior modification where the removal of an undesirable or unpleasant outcome after the display of a behavior increases the likelihood of the behavior being repeated in the future.

Primary Reinforcer

A stimulus that fulfills a basic biological need or instinct, such as food, water, or sleep, and is inherently rewarding.

Secondary Reinforcer

A stimulus that has become rewarding through its association with a primary reinforcer.