A Nurse Works with an Adolescent Who Was Placed in a Residential

question 11

Multiple Choice

A nurse works with an adolescent who was placed in a residential program after multiple episodes of violence at school.Establishing rapport with this adolescent is a priority because: (select all that apply)

• A) it is a vital component of implementing a behavior modification program.
• B) a therapeutic alliance is the first step in a nurse's therapeutic use of self.
• C) the adolescent has demonstrated resistance to other authority figures.
• D) acceptance and trust convey feelings of security for the adolescent.
• E) adolescents usually relate better to authority figures than peers.

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Definitions:

A-not-B Error

A cognitive error observed in infants, where they repeatedly reach for an object at a previous location (A) where it was found, despite seeing it moved to a new location (B).

Hidden Objects

Items that are not easily observable and require effort to be found, often used in games and psychological tests to assess perception and attention.

Incentive

A reward or stimulus that motivates or encourages an individual to perform an action or exhibit a particular behavior.

Familiar Hiding Place

A location where an individual feels safe and chooses to retreat to, typically known only to them or a select few, often used for comfort or security.