Assisting a Patient in Initiating a Task at a Non-Threatening

question 40

Multiple Choice

Assisting a patient in initiating a task at a non-threatening level and then gradually increasing the task difficulty is referred to as:

• A)hypothesis testing.
• B)diversion.
• C)roleplaying.
• D)graded task assignment.

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Definitions:

Critically Ill Child

A child experiencing a life-threatening medical condition that requires close, constant monitoring and potentially intensive therapeutic interventions.

Respirations

The process of inhaling and exhaling air to facilitate gas exchange within the body, particularly oxygen intake and carbon dioxide expulsion.

Cheyne-Stokes

A pattern of breathing characterized by a gradual increase in breathing followed by a decrease and a period of apnea, commonly seen in heart failure and neurological diseases.

Tailor Position

A sitting position where the legs are crossed and spread apart, resembling the traditional posture of a tailor. It is often recommended during pregnancy.