Group Polarization Refers to

question 18

Multiple Choice

Group polarization refers to

• A) the lack of critical thinking that results from a strong desire for harmony within a group.
• B) a split within a group produced by striking differences of opinion among group members.
• C) the tendency of individuals to exert more effort when working as part of a group.
• D) the enhancement of a group's prevailing attitudes through group discussion.

Differentiate between sterilization, disinfection, and sanitization methods.

Understand the appropriate steps for cleaning and maintaining hearing aids to prevent damage and ensure functionality.

Identify proper care techniques for unconscious or immobile clients to protect their eyes and skin integrity.

Recognize safety measures to prevent falls and ensure patient comfort during and after bathing or changing linens.

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Definitions:

Precommitments

Actions taken ahead of time that make it difficult for the future self to avoid doing what the present self desires. See time inconsistency and self-control problems.

Self-Control Problems

Self-control problems refer to situations where individuals struggle to resist short-term temptations in order to achieve long-term goals, often leading to impulsive behavior.

Time Inconsistency

The tendency for a person or group to change their plan or perspective over time in ways that can be counterproductive.

Preferences

Individual choices or tastes that determine the selection of goods and services over others based on factors like utility, convenience, or price.