When Considering How a Patient Is Likely to Respond to a Nonpharmaceutical

question 1

Multiple Choice

When considering how a patient is likely to respond to a nonpharmaceutical treatment for pain, a nurse understands that according to gate control theory,

• A) The hypothalamus can open and close the gate in relation to stress and anxiety.
• B) Stimulation of the narrow nerve fibers closes the gate, reducing pain.
• C) Endorphins help to close the gate, reducing pain.
• D) One should not immediately rub an injured body part because that can increase pain.

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Definitions:

Aggregate Demand

Refers to the total amount of goods and services demanded in the economy at a given overall price level and in a given time period.

Short-Run Aggregate Supply Curve

Represents the relationship between the total supply of goods and services produced by an economy and the price level for those goods and services in the short run.

Potential Output

The maximum output an economy can produce without causing inflation when all resources are fully employed.

Aggregate Demand Curve

A curve that illustrates the total demand for all goods and services in an economy at various price levels, assuming all other factors remain constant.