Calcitonin

question 65

Multiple Choice

Calcitonin

• A) is released by the parathyroid gland
• B) prevents hypercalcemia
• C) increases the calcium level in the blood
• D) can cause Graves disease if it is hypersecreted

Recognize the role of OHNs in emergency preparedness and disaster planning.

Understand the importance of confidentiality and privacy in occupational health nursing.

Identify the impact of federal regulations on the practice of occupational health nursing.

Understand the role of OHNs in advocating for employee health and safety.

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Definitions:

Observational Learning

A learning process where individuals observe and mimic the behavior of others, acquiring new skills or behaviors without direct experience.

Negative Reinforcement

is a behavioral psychology concept where the removal of an unfavorable outcome or stimulus strengthens a behavior.

Reinforcement Contingencies

The conditions or rules that determine whether responses lead to the presentation of reinforcers.

Intermittent Reinforcement

A conditioning schedule where rewards or punishments (reinforcers) are given out irregularly, which can lead to more resistant behaviors.