A Researcher Collecting Ethnic Data Assigns the Following Numerical Labels

question 15

Multiple Choice

A researcher collecting ethnic data assigns the following numerical labels: 1 equals Caucasian
2 equals African American
3 equals Mexican American
4 equals Asian
This is an example of which type of data?

• A) Interval
• B) Nominal
• C) Ordinal
• D) Ratio

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Definitions:

Compromised Coping

Compromised coping is a state wherein an individual's usual coping mechanisms are overwhelmed or ineffective, leading to difficulty in managing stress or emotional distress.

Aggressive Patient

A patient who exhibits behaviors that are forceful, hostile, or attacking, often challenging healthcare safety and management.

Intervention Team

A group of professionals from various disciplines working together to plan and carry out interventions for individuals requiring assistance in health, educational, or social settings.

Seclusion

The act of isolating oneself or being isolated from others, sometimes used in psychiatric settings to prevent harm.