A Parent of a Newborn Asks the Nurse Why a Heel

question 13

Multiple Choice

A parent of a newborn asks the nurse why a heel stick is being done on the baby to test for phenylketonuria (PKU) . Which response by the nurse is the most appropriate?

• A) "This screening is required and detection can be done before symptoms develop."
• B) "The infant has high-risk characteristics."
• C) "Because the infant was born by cesarean, this test is necessary."
• D) "Because the infant was born by vaginal delivery, this test is recommended."

Recognize and differentiate between various heuristics such as availability, representativeness, and analogy heuristics.

Understand the importance and application of mental sets and functional fixedness in problem-solving.

Comprehend the basic elements of language, including phonemes, morphemes, and syntax.

Describe the process of problem-solving using means-end analysis.

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Definitions:

Reflexive Thought

The process of thinking critically about one's own beliefs and motivations, often leading to self-awareness or deeper understanding.

Cognitive Constructs

Mental models or concepts that individuals use to organize their thoughts and understand the world around them.

Freudian Theory

A set of psychoanalytic theories developed by Sigmund Freud that emphasizes unconscious motivations and conflicts, particularly those stemming from childhood.

Psychotherapy

A therapeutic treatment involving psychological methods, typically involving dialogues between a therapist and a client, to address mental health issues or emotional disorders.