Which Action Should a Nurse Take Following a Procedure Requiring

question 25

Multiple Choice

Which action should a nurse take following a procedure requiring intravenous moderate sedation?

• A) Report a Ramsay sedation score that is less than 3 to the physician
• B) Monitor airway patency and vital signs every 5 minutes for 30 minutes
• C) Take vital signs every 15 minutes for the next 2 hours
• D) Take vital signs every 30 minutes until stable

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Definitions:

Overjustification Effect

A psychological phenomenon where providing an external incentive for a behavior someone already finds rewarding leads to a reduction in intrinsic motivation.

Intrinsic Motivations

Internal drives to perform a task or engage in an activity purely because of the inherent satisfaction and enjoyment derived from doing it.

Extrinsic Motivations

Inspiration fueled by outside incentives, including financial gain, recognition, academic achievement, and commendation.

Overjustification Effect

A phenomenon where providing an external incentive for a behavior that is already internally rewarding can lead to a decrease in intrinsic motivation for that behavior.