When You Hear Uncle Rico Dismissing Any Placebo Effect of Pain

question 19

Multiple Choice

When you hear Uncle Rico dismissing any placebo effect of pain relief as "all in the mind," you can set him straight by:

• A)Stating that PET scans show that placebos activate opiate receptors
• B)Arguing that placebo pain relief is just the same as hypnotic pain relief
• C)Arguing that hypnosis can block placebo pain relief
• D)Arguing that placebo pain relief is a physical process that can be abolished with an endorphin blocker

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Definitions:

Chain of Command

The hierarchical structure within an organization that outlines authority and responsibility relationships.

Delegation

The act of assigning authority and responsibility to others to carry out specific activities while maintaining accountability for the outcome.

Line of Authority

The hierarchical structure in an organization that outlines reporting relationships and the flow of decision-making power.

Chain of Command

The chain of command is a system in an organization that defines the hierarchical line of authority and communication from top leadership to lower-ranking employees.