Suctioning Is Discontinued If the Patient Experiences

question 14

Multiple Choice

Suctioning is discontinued if the patient experiences:

• A) Coughing
• B) A decrease in pulse from 84 beats per minute to 60 beats per minute
• C) An increase in pulse from 84 beats per minute to 94 beats per minute
• D) A reduction in oxygen saturation from 97% to 94%

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Definitions:

Variable-ratio

A schedule of reinforcement where a response is rewarded after an unpredictable number of responses, making it highly effective in maintaining behavior.

Fixed-interval

A term in operant conditioning referring to a schedule of reinforcement where a response is rewarded only after a specified amount of time has passed.

Variable-interval

A pattern of reinforcement in which a reward is given after a time period that cannot be predicted has passed.

Partial Schedule

A reinforcement schedule in operant conditioning where a response is only sometimes rewarded, leading to stronger behavioral responses.