A Staff Nurse Learns Before Reporting to Work That a Close

question 4

Multiple Choice

A staff nurse learns before reporting to work that a close family member has been diagnosed with terminal cancer.The nurse is receiving the shift report and finds the family member has been assigned as a client.The nurse reporting off duty states that the client is very demanding and complains a lot.Which action by the staff nurse who is assigned care for the oncoming shift is appropriate?

• A) Discuss the situation with the charge nurse.
• B) Resolve to refrain from reacting negatively to the client.
• C) Tell the client to change the behavior.
• D) Ask the healthcare provider to help control the client.

Analyze the impact of different schedules of reinforcement on behavior.

Understand Skinner's views on personality, free will, and determinism.

Identify techniques for behavior modification according to Skinner's theories.

Recognize the role of positive and negative reinforcement in behavior change.

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Definitions:

Ballistic Stretching

A type of stretching exercise that uses the momentum of a moving body or a limb in an attempt to force it beyond its normal range of motion.

Hypermobility

An increased range of motion in joints, beyond the normal range, often resulting from genetic factors or specific conditions.

Ligaments

Fibrous connective tissues that connect bones to other bones, playing a key role in stabilizing and supporting joints.

Passive Stretching

Stretching muscles by using external forces, such as gravity or another person, without the individual's active contribution.