Which Type of Power Involves Using Punishment, Threats, or Other

question 55

Multiple Choice

 Which type of power involves using punishment, threats, or other negative approaches to get people to do things they do not want to do?

• A) legitimate 
• B) coercive 
• C) reward 
• D) referent 

Analyze the consequences of using diagnosis-related groups (DRGs) for reimbursement on healthcare providers and quality of care.

Understand the importance of cultural sensitivity and competence in nursing practice.

Recognize the significance of patient autonomy and informed decision-making in healthcare.

Identify strategies for effective communication with patients from diverse cultural backgrounds.

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Definitions:

Prisoner's Dilemma

A game theory scenario demonstrating why two rational individuals might not cooperate even when it appears that it is in their best interest to do so.

Robert Axelrod

A political scientist known for his work on the theory of cooperation and competition, including the development of the iterated prisoner's dilemma model.

Tit-for-tat

A strategy in game theory where a player responds to an opponent's action with equivalent action, promoting cooperation by rewarding cooperation and punishing defection.

Prisoner's Dilemma

A scenario in game theory that illustrates why individuals might not cooperate, even when it seems that doing so would be in their collective best interest.