An Advantage of Performing Competency Evaluations on an Inpatient Basis

question 20

Multiple Choice

An advantage of performing competency evaluations on an inpatient basis is that additional information can be gathered:

• A) by the psychiatrist.
• B) from third parties.
• C) from family members.
• D) by the attorney through interviewing the defendant safely.

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Definitions:

Aversive Conditioning

A form of behavioral training in which an unpleasant or punitive stimulus is associated with undesirable behavior.

Progressive Relaxation

A technique involving tightening and then slowly relaxing each muscle group, aimed at reducing physical tension and promoting calmness.

Therapeutic Setting

An environment designed to promote healing and wellness, often used in the context of mental health and counseling.

Operant Conditioning

A modification method in learning that employs reward systems or punitive measures to alter behavior strength.