A Response, Either Positive or Negative, Toward a Certain Person

question 101

Multiple Choice

A response, either positive or negative, toward a certain person, idea, object, or situation is called ________.

• A) bystander apathy
• B) an attitude
• C) groupthink
• D) conformity

Evaluate the effectiveness of patient education methods.

Apply appropriate strategies for managing environmental distractions during patient education.

Utilize patient-centered teaching methods that account for the patient's emotional and psychological state.

Demonstrate knowledge of various teaching methods and their appropriate application in patient education.

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Definitions:

Conformity

Conformity is the act of adjusting one's behaviors or beliefs to align with the norms or standards of a group or society.

Groupthink

A psychological phenomenon occurring within a group of people, where the desire for harmony or conformity in the group results in an irrational or dysfunctional decision-making outcome.

Cohesiveness

The degree to which members of a group or team are united in pursuing common goals and how connected they feel to the group.

Collectivism

A cultural or social perspective that emphasizes the importance of the group over individual interests or identities.