The Need for Statutes Requiring the Reporting of Communicable Diseases

question 30

Multiple Choice

The need for statutes requiring the reporting of communicable diseases is to ___________.

• A) protect citizens' health by placing patients in public places
• B) quarantine patients with communicable diseases to prevent the spread of a disease
• C) ensure some reporting of infection or disease
• D) quarantine patients with non-communicable diseases and ensure reporting of infection or disease

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Definitions:

CS Preexposure Effect

The phenomenon where prior exposure to a conditioned stimulus without the unconditioned stimulus can inhibit the formation of a conditioned response when both are later paired.

Aversion

A strong dislike or disinclination toward something often because of anticipated negative consequences or outcomes.

Shock

A sudden and often distressing stimulus or event, which can be used in experiments as a form of aversive conditioning.

Comparator Model

A cognitive theory suggesting that the decision to act is based on comparisons between the expected outcome of an action and the current state.