The Patient Asks Why the Nurse Is Asking Questions About

question 7

Multiple Choice

The patient asks why the nurse is asking questions about her mother's obstetrical history. Which rationale for this questioning should the nurse provide?

• A) "If your mother smoked while she was pregnant with you, your risk of lung cancer is higher."
• B) "Use of medications to prevent miscarriage may have an impact on your health."
• C) "The government wants to know for a genetic study."
• D) "If your mother had bleeding after delivery, you should avoid aspirin if you become pregnant."

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Definitions:

Observational Learning

Learning by observing others.

Observational Learning

The process of acquiring new behaviors or knowledge by watching and imitating others, also known as modeling.

Operant Conditioning

A learning process in which behavior is strengthened or weakened by the consequences, such as rewards or punishments.

Behaviorism

The view that psychology should be an objective science that studies behavior without reference to mental processes. Most psychologists today agree with the first part but not with the second part.