When Caring for a Patient Who Experienced a T₁ Spinal

question 15

Multiple Choice

When caring for a patient who experienced a T₁ spinal cord transsection 2 days ago, which collaborative and nursing actions will the nurse include in the plan of care? (Select all that apply.)

• A) Endotracheal suctioning
• B) Continuous cardiac monitoring
• C) Avoidance of cool room temperature
• D) Nasogastric tube feeding
• E) Retention catheter care
• F) Administration of H₂ receptor blockers

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Definitions:

Operant Behavior

A concept in behavioral psychology referring to behavior that is controlled or influenced by its consequences, including rewards and punishments.

Primary Reinforcer

A stimulus that satisfies basic survival instincts such as food, water, and warmth, and doesn't require learning to become effective.

Conditioned Reinforcer

a stimulus that gains its reinforcing power through association with a primary reinforcer, used to increase the likelihood of a specific response in operant conditioning.

Reinforcing Power

The ability of a stimulus to increase the likelihood of the repetition of a behavior when it is presented following that behavior.