The Nursing Center Has a New Mechanical Lift

question 33

Multiple Choice

The nursing center has a new mechanical lift.Which statement is correct?

• A) If you used the old model,you know how to use the new one.
• B) All mechanical lifts are the same.
• C) You need to be trained in its use.
• D) The new one is safer to use.

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Definitions:

Cognitive Dissonance Theory

A theory proposed by Leon Festinger that suggests discomfort arises from holding two conflicting beliefs, leading to an alteration in one's attitudes or behaviors to reduce the dissonance.

Psychological Discomfort

Psychological discomfort is a state of mental unease or distress, often resulting from challenging or conflicting beliefs, thoughts, or emotions.

Attitudes And Behaviors

Refers to the relationship between how individuals think and feel about various topics, objects, or individuals and how this affects their actions or reactions in various situations.

Effort Justification

The phenomenon where people attribute greater value to outcomes they had to put effort into achieving.