Which of the Following Is NOT a Nonbarbiturate Sedative Hypnotic

question 146

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a nonbarbiturate sedative hypnotic?

• A)chloral hydrate
• B)methaqualone (Quaalude)
• C)secobarbital (Seconal)
• D)All are nonbarbiturate sedative-hypnotics.

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Definitions:

Successive Approximation

A method used in behavior therapy to gradually achieve a target behavior through small steps towards the goal.

Fixed-interval Scheduling

A type of operant conditioning reinforcement schedule where rewards are given after a fixed time period, causing a scalloped pattern of response rates.

Discrimination

refers to the unjust or prejudicial treatment of different categories of people, especially on the grounds of race, age, or sex.

Respondent Behavior

Automatic responses triggered by specific stimuli without conscious decision, such as reflexes.