A Patient Has Been Taking Levothyroxine (Synthroid)for More Than a Decade

question 7

Multiple Choice

A patient has been taking levothyroxine (Synthroid) for more than a decade for primary hypothyroidism.She tells the nurse that her cousin can get her the same medication in a generic form from a pharmaceutical supply company.What is the nurse's best response to the patient?

• A)"That would be a great way to save money."
• B)"There's no difference in brands of this medication."
• C)"Switching the form of medication should never be done; once you start with a certain brand, you must stay with it."
• D)"It's better not to switch brands until we check with your doctor."

Discuss the implications of delayed punishment on behavior modification.

Recognize the universal application of escape and avoidance behaviors across different organisms.

Understand the concept and types of punishment in behavior modification.

Recognize the effects of using punishment to modify behavior.

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Definitions:

Narcissism

A personality trait characterized by a long-term pattern of exaggerated self-importance, the need for admiration, and a lack of empathy for others.

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Inflated Sense

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Self-love

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