A Patient Has a Circular, Flat, Reddened Lesion About 5

question 9

Multiple Choice

A patient has a circular, flat, reddened lesion about 5 cm in diameter on his ankle. To determine whether the lesion is related to blood vessel dilation, the nurse will

• A) palpate the dorsalis pedis and posterior tibial pulses.
• B) check the temperature of the skin around the lesion.
• C) elevate the patient's leg.
• D) press firmly on the lesion.

Understand the concepts and types of microaggressions and their impacts on out-groups.

Identify and describe psychological techniques used in persuasion and commitment.

Recognize the role of attribution biases in prejudice and stereotype formation.

Understand the social psychology behind ingroups and outgroups and their perceptions.

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Definitions:

Cognitive Processes

The mental actions or operations that support learning, understanding, problem-solving, and decision-making.

Stimulus

Any external event or situation that influences the behavior or responses of an organism, prompting a physiological or psychological reaction.

Response

A reaction or reply to a particular stimulus or situation.

Collective Efficacy

The shared belief in a group's capability to organize and execute the actions required to achieve given objectives, often linked to community and social outcomes.