A 17-Year-Old Woman, Who Is a Lone Parent, Is Describing

question 30

Multiple Choice

A 17-year-old woman, who is a lone parent, is describing how difficult it is to raise a 3-year-old child by herself.During the course of the interview, she states, "I can't believe my boyfriend left me to do this by myself! What a terrible thing to do to me!" Which of these responses by the nurse uses empathy?

• A)"You feel alone."
• B)"You can't believe he left you alone?"
• C)"It must be so hard to face this all alone."
• D)"I would be angry, too; raising a child alone is no picnic."

Recognize various observational techniques used in research.

Identify the characteristics and applications of naturalistic observation.

Understand the principles of systematic observation and its applications.

Identify the ethical considerations and challenges associated with participant and naturalistic observation.

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Definitions:

Sound Wave Amplitude

The height of a sound wave, determining the loudness or intensity of the sound perceived.

Action Potentials

Rapid changes in the electrical charge of a neuron's membrane, allowing the transmission of nerve signals.

Hair Cells

Sensory cells found in the inner ear that convert sound waves into electrical signals that can be interpreted by the brain.

Bulbar Conjunctiva

A membrane covering the white part of the eyeball (sclera) and lines the inner surfaces of the eyelids.