The Nurse Is Teaching Imagery as a Method to Reduce

question 9

Multiple Choice

The nurse is teaching imagery as a method to reduce anxiety in preoperative individuals. Which of the following aspects should the nurse stress when teaching this technique?

• A) The benefits of guided imagery are primarily psychological.
• B) This technique promotes a sense of well-being.
• C) A "prayer circle" is needed for imagery to be most effective.
• D) Imagery produces only beneficial, calming results.

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The cost of labor, materials, and other variable expenses divided by the quantity of output produced, excluding fixed costs.

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Marginal Cost

The cost increase that comes with producing an additional unit of a product or service.

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