If a Word Is Identified More Easily When It Is

question 28

Multiple Choice

If a word is identified more easily when it is in a sentence than when it is presented alone, this would be an example of _____ processing.

• A) top-down
• B) bottom-up
• C) serial
• D) sequential

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Definitions:

PAINAD Scale

A tool used in healthcare to measure pain in patients who are unable to communicate verbally, especially useful in assessing pain in patients with dementia.

Chronic Back Pain

Persistent back pain that lasts for more than three months, often affecting daily activities.

Daily Living

Activities and tasks that are part of one's everyday life, including personal care, household chores, work, and leisure activities.

Pain Journal

A personal record used to track levels of pain over time, helping individuals and healthcare providers notice patterns and triggers.