A Problem with the Use of Punishment Is That

question 459

Multiple Choice

A problem with the use of punishment is that

• A)it causes fear, frustration, anxiety, and encourages aggression.
• B)it has little or no power to actually suppress an undesirable response.
• C)negative reinforcement is superior to punishment for suppressing a response.
• D)once begun it cannot be withdrawn.

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Definitions:

Knee-Chest

A body position used in medical examinations or treatments where the patient rests on their knees and chest, which can aid in certain diagnostic procedures.

Rectal Examination

A medical procedure where a doctor inserts a gloved finger into the rectum to check for abnormalities.

Dorsal Recumbent

A body position where the individual lies on their back with the knees bent and feet flat, used for various medical examinations and treatments.

Pitting Edema

A condition characterized by swelling in the body's tissues which, when pressed, leaves an indent that slowly fills back in, often indicative of fluid accumulation or poor circulation.