An Older Adult Widow Reports Having Problems Sleeping at Night

question 31

Multiple Choice

An older adult widow reports having problems sleeping at night and states,"I miss my spouse." The nurse also recognizes that older patients:

• A) are difficult to assess.
• B) take less time to fall asleep.
• C) may suffer from emotional stress or depressive mood problems.
• D) require less sleep than middle-age adults.

Identify the causes and effects of values conflict and cognitive dissonance on decision making and personal well-being.

Recognize the role of the Internet and global connectivity in influencing traditional values and attitudes.

Understand the principles of positive attitude formation and its contribution to success and well-being.

Articulate the importance of organizational citizenship behavior and how it benefits both individuals and the organization.

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Definitions:

Reinforcement Schedule

The pattern or timing of delivery of reinforcements used in behavior modification to create or maintain a desired behavior.

Skinner Box

A controlled environment used in behavioral psychology for experimenting with animal behavior, particularly reinforcement and conditioning, named after B.F. Skinner.

Lever Pressing

A behavior often used in research where an animal, typically a rodent, is trained to press a lever to receive a reward or avoid a punishment.

Food Pellets

Small, compacted units of food commonly used for feeding animals, including pets and livestock.