The Nurse Assessing a Preterm Infant Understands That the Infant's

question 1

Multiple Choice

The nurse assessing a preterm infant understands that the infant's level of maturation refers to:

• A) Actual time the fetus remained in the uterus
• B) Age on the Dubowitz scoring system
• C) Infant's weight as compared to the gestational age
• D) Ability of the organs to function outside of the uterus

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Definitions:

Priming

A process in psychology where exposure to a stimulus influences a response to a subsequent stimulus, without conscious guidance or intention.

Top-Down Processing

A cognitive process where perception starts with the brain applying previous experience and expectations to interpret sensory information.

Unconscious Associations

Unconscious Associations are automatic connections made by the brain between different ideas or concepts, influencing perceptions and behavior without conscious awareness.

Psychokinesis

The purported ability to move or manipulate objects with the mind without physical intervention; considered a paranormal phenomenon.