A Stroke Unit Experiences Numerous Changes Related to Implementation of New

question 14

Multiple Choice

A stroke unit experiences numerous changes related to implementation of new technology,a changed nursing care delivery model,and staff turnover within a period of 6 months.Staff members begin to show signs of reluctance to implement any more changes.The phenomenon experienced by the staff is termed:

• A) eustress.
• B) care process.
• C) stereotypical thinking.
• D) complexity compression.

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Definitions:

Sensorimotor Period

A stage in Piaget's theory of cognitive development, from birth to about 2 years, where infants learn through interacting with the environment.

Windup Toy

A mechanical toy that is powered by a spring, which is wound by hand to generate movement.

Representational Thought

The ability to use symbols, signs, or internal images to represent objects, actions, or ideas that are not physically present.

Symbolic Play

Play in which one object stands for, or represents, another.