Joe, a Paramedic, Is a Very Self-Directed Person and Does

question 84

Multiple Choice

Joe, a paramedic, is a very self-directed person and does not need step-by-step instructions in his work. According to the idea of situational strength, if Joe's supervisor gives him detailed instructions on how to bandage a broken finger, Joe will perceive this as ________.

• A) his manager being concerned for his well being
• B) his manager being neurotic and narcissistic
• C) his manager using good quality control
• D) his manager not having enough to do with her own time
• E) his manager not having faith in his abilities

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Definitions:

Second Messenger

is a molecule inside cells that acts to transmit signals from a receptor to a target within the cell, such as cAMP or calcium ions.

Growth Factor

A naturally occurring substance capable of stimulating cellular growth, proliferation, healing, and cellular differentiation.

Tyrosine Kinase Receptor

A plasma membrane receptor that phosphorylates the tyrosine part of proteins; when a ligand binds to the receptor, the conformation of the receptor changes and it may phosphorylate itself as well as other molecules; important in immune function and serves as a receptor for insulin.

Ras Proteins

A family of proteins involved in transmitting signals within cells, playing a role in cell growth and development.