A Nurse Recommends to a School Board That Other Methods

question 22

Multiple Choice

A nurse recommends to a school board that other methods besides the "just say no" approach be considered when providing drug use prevention education to the elementary students. Which of the following best describes the rationale for this recommendation?

• A) Children do not like to hear the word "no," and the approach is too negative.
• B) Project DARE is more effective and has decreased drug use.
• C) Children are naturally curious and may experiment with drugs.
• D) "Just say no" to drugs does not include smoking and alcohol abuse.

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Definitions:

Punishment

A process in which a response is followed by a stimulus that decreases the likelihood of that response being repeated.

Undesirable Behaviours

Actions or reactions that are not wanted or are considered negative by society, a group, or an individual.

Strengthens

To increase in power, magnitude, or effectiveness.

Punishment

The imposition of a penalty as a consequence of an undesirable action, aimed at reducing that behavior.