The Occurrence of Distinctive Stimuli Impairing the Recall of Information

question 48

Multiple Choice

The occurrence of distinctive stimuli impairing the recall of information presented after the distinctive items is referred to as:

• A) the anterograde amnesic effect
• B) the retrograde amnesic effect
• C) the von Restorff effect
• D) the recency effect

---

Definitions:

Acute Bacterial Infection

A rapid onset infection caused by bacteria, characterized by symptoms that develop quickly and are typically severe.

Urinary Catheter

A tube inserted into the bladder to provide urinary drainage when an individual is unable to urinate naturally.

Health Care-Acquired Infection

An infection that a patient acquires while receiving treatment for another condition within a healthcare setting, also known as a nosocomial infection.

Aseptic Technique

The practice of preventing contamination by pathogens in medical settings through the application of strict sterile conditions.