Which Action, When Demonstrated by the Patient with Osteoporosis, Would

question 1

Multiple Choice

Which action, when demonstrated by the patient with osteoporosis, would indicate to the nurse that teaching was effective?

• A)Taking a calcium supplement every day and increasing her phosphorus intake
• B)Participating in an aerobic barbell strength class at the gym three times a week
• C)Using a wheelchair to reduce the risk of spontaneous fractures to her legs and feet
• D)Seeking healthcare by scheduling a follow-up examination with bone density testing

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Definitions:

Social Facilitation

The enhancement of a person's performance when doing simple or well-practised tasks because of the presence of others.

Dominant Response

The most common or likely reaction that a person exhibits in response to a specific situation or stimulus.

Social Facilitation Theory

The theory that the presence of others enhances an individual's performance on simple or well-learned tasks but may impair performance on complex or new tasks.

Social Facilitation Theory

The concept that an individual's performance is enhanced when they are observed by others.