Langer Has Argued That Routines in Nursing Homes Are Detrimental

question 26

Multiple Choice

Langer has argued that routines in nursing homes are detrimental to well-being because they result in

• A) mindfulness.
• B) monotony.
• C) mindlessness.
• D) consistency.

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Definitions:

Development

The progressive changes in size, shape, and function during the life of an organism, often implying physical, emotional, and cognitive growth.

Low Birth Weight

A term used for babies born with a weight of less than 2,500 grams or 5 pounds, 8 ounces, often related to premature birth or nutritional issues during pregnancy.

REM Sleep

A stage of sleep characterized by rapid eye movements, more vivid dreams, and increased brain activity.

Premature

Occurring before the expected time or before the completion of the normal gestation period, often used to describe early birth.