Adrianna Is Trying to Memorize the Names of the Bones

question 16

Multiple Choice

Adrianna is trying to memorize the names of the bones in the hand. She had gone through a list of them when her phone rang. After she gets off the phone, she is MOST likely to remember the first few bone names because of the ________.

• A) elaboration effects
• B) recency effect
• C) primacy effect
• D) maintenance effect

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Definitions:

Spoon-Shaped Nails

A condition medically known as koilonychia, where the nails appear concave or scooped out, often indicating iron deficiency anemia.

Malnourishment

A condition resulting from a lack of essential nutrients in the diet, leading to various health problems including weight loss, muscle wasting, and weakness.

Nasogastric Tube

A medical tube that is inserted through the nose and down into the stomach for feeding or medication administration.

Xiphoid Process

The smallest and lowest part of the sternum (breastbone) that may be felt as a small lump at the lower end of the sternum.