Which of the Following Is an Example of an Operational

question 13

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of an operational definition?

• A) fear of crime: a series of complex changes in bodily functioning that alerts an individual to potential danger
• B) life satisfaction: relatively stable assessment of how well people's lives match their expectations
• C) mastery: people's sense of control over their environment
• D) social isolation: the breakdown of social relations that provide meaning and social support
• E) criminal activity: the number of crimes reported to the police per 1,000 population in the city or town where a respondent resides

Understand and apply various nursing theories to promote patient self-care and decision-making.

Understand the evidence-based practice (EBP) process including formulating PICOT questions.

Recognize the importance of patient values and expectations in implementing EBP.

Identify sources of evidence for EBP including literature, quality improvement data, and research studies.

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Definitions:

Uncontrollable

describes something that cannot be controlled, managed, or influenced by actions or interventions, often leading to unpredictable outcomes or challenges.

Emma Goldman

A prominent anarchist political activist and writer known for her advocacy for free speech, women's rights, and labor rights during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Margaret Sanger

An American birth control activist, sex educator, and nurse who played a leading role in the birth control movement and the founding of Planned Parenthood.

Birth Control

Birth control encompasses methods and devices used to prevent pregnancy or control fertility, enabling individuals or couples to plan if and when they have children.