The Term 'Reactance' Is Used to Refer to the Tendency

question 207

Multiple Choice

The term 'reactance' is used to refer to the tendency for people to ____.

• A)revert to simplistic, childlike ways of dealing with situations when they are under stress
• B)try to 'look good' or say the 'right' thing when their behaviour is being observed
• C)pretend to feel the opposite of how they are really feeling when they are ashamed or embarrassed about their true feelings
• D)have an unpleasant emotional response when others are trying to restrict their freedom

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Definitions:

Brachial Pulse

The pulse felt on the inside of the arm at the elbow, where the brachial artery is located.

Antecubital Space

The area on the front of the elbow where veins are often accessed for blood drawing or intravenous injections.

Elbow

A hinge joint connecting the forearm to the upper arm, allowing for the flexion and extension of the forearm.

Infarction

Tissue death caused by a local lack of oxygen, due to obstruction of the tissue's blood supply.