Which Elements of Surveillance Does a Nurse Use? Select All

question 3

Multiple Choice

Which elements of surveillance does a nurse use? Select all that apply.

• A) Mortality registration
• B) Epidemic field investigation
• C) Laboratory reporting
• D) Individual case investigation
• E) None of above

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Definitions:

Likelihood

The probability or chance that a particular event will occur.

Operant Process

The method by which behaviors are modified through the consequences of those behaviors, emphasizing reinforcement and punishment.

Negative Reinforcement

A concept in behavioral psychology where the removal of an unpleasant stimulus in response to a desired behavior increases the likelihood of that behavior being repeated in the future.

Aversive Punishment

A form of behavior modification that involves presenting an unpleasant stimulus to decrease the likelihood of a behavior's recurrence.