The Main Purpose in Any Work-Based Writing Task Is to

question 22

Multiple Choice

The main purpose in any work-based writing task is to

• A) engage the reader and, if required, act.
• B) educate, elucidate and entertain.
• C) get the message across.
• D) present the message in a convincing way.

Identify strategies for preventing and managing medication side effects and complications in pain management.

Understand the classification and characteristics of different types of pain.

Recognize the impact of cognitive impairments on pain communication and management in older adults.

Identify appropriate outcomes for pain management in surgical patients.

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Definitions:

Precontemplation Stage

The stage of the Stages of Change model where an individual is not yet considering change or is unaware of the need for change.

Contemplation Stage

A phase in the Transtheoretical Model of Behavioral Change where individuals are aware of the need for change but are hesitant to make a commitment.

Preparation Stage

A phase in the process of change where an individual plans and intends to take action towards a goal in the near future.

Maintenance Stage

In behavior change models, this is the phase where an individual has sustained a change and works to prevent relapse.