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A patient is frequently late for appointments because he goes back to his room numerous times to assure himself that none of his belongings have been stolen.The nurse recognizes this behavior as:


Definitions:

Recognition Need

The human desire to be acknowledged and valued by others, particularly in the context of one's contributions or achievements.

Meritorious Behavior

Actions or conduct deserving praise and reward, often associated with high standards of performance or ethics.

Material Reward

Tangible incentives such as money, bonuses, or gifts given to employees as recognition for their work or achievements.

Expectancy Theory

A psychological theory that explains motivation as a function of an individual's expectation that effort will lead to high performance and high performance will lead to desired outcomes.

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