The Term "Hawthorne Effect" Was Used to Explain Some of the Important

question 24

Multiple Choice

The term "Hawthorne Effect" was used to explain some of the important findings of the Hawthorne studies. What does the term mean?*

• A) Productivity is determined by efficiency.
• B) Physical conditions of work are more important than social relationships.
• C) People given special attention tend to perform as expected.
• D) When jobs are designed scientifically, performance improves.

---

Definitions:

Pain Assessment Tool

An instrument or method used by healthcare professionals to measure pain and its intensity in patients, facilitating effective pain management.

Descriptor Scale

A tool often used in research or assessment to quantify subjective experiences, such as pain or satisfaction, through a set of predetermined responses.

Numeric Rating Scale

A pain assessment tool where patients rate their pain on a scale, typically from 0 (no pain) to 10 (worst possible pain).

Brief Pain Inventory

A medical questionnaire used to measure pain levels in patients, assessing both the intensity of pain and the impact on daily functions.