A Non-Parametric Method to Compare Two or More Populations, When

question 106

Multiple Choice

A non-parametric method to compare two or more populations, when the samples are independent and the data are either ordinal or interval but not normal, is the:

• A) Kruskal-Wallis test.
• B) Friedman test.
• C) Wilcoxon rank sum test.
• D) Wilcoxon signed rank sum test.

Recognize the role of appropriate positioning, use of pillows, and techniques such as coughing in pain management and wound protection post surgery.

Identify factors increasing susceptibility to postoperative complications and implement preventive measures.

Describe the perioperative nursing care phases and the specific nursing responsibilities in each.

Apply effective patient education techniques for preoperative and postoperative care instructions, assessing methods and adapting to patient's learning needs.

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Definitions:

Behavioral Conditioning Therapies

Treatment approaches based on the principles of behavioral psychology, focusing on changing specific behaviors through reinforcement and punishment.

Cognitive-behavioral Therapies

A group of psychotherapeutic treatments that help individuals understand the thoughts and feelings that influence behaviors.

Energy Therapies

Alternative healing techniques that manipulate the energy fields around the body to improve health and well-being.

Aversive Conditioning

This is a form of conditioning where an unpleasant or aversive stimulus is paired with a specific behavior to reduce the likelihood of that behavior occurring in the future.