Author Question: Which of the following statements best demonstrates social learning theory applied in a health care ... (Read 73 times)

lidoalex · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

Which of the following statements best demonstrates social learning theory applied in a health care setting?

a. Children cooperate with a procedure if they see other children or adults cooperating for the same or similar procedure.
b. The nurse shows the child the equipment and lets the child play with it until the procedure takes place.
c. The respiratory therapist shows the child how to use a nasal inhaler and lets the child then demonstrate the use of the inhaler.
d. Children play with peers in a playroom rather than staying in bed in the acute care hospital.

Question 2

A new mother is learning how to breastfeed her infant. The mother asks the nurse what she can do to ensure success with breastfeeding. The nurse instructs the mother to:

a. Restrict fluids to prevent engorgement
b. Begin eating less now that her baby is born
c. Get moderate rest and exercise
d. Use supplemental nursery feedings to reduce the amount of breastfeeding

chjcharjto14 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A

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A Correct. Social learning theory is also readily applicable to health care. Children often will cooperate with procedures (blood draws, X rays) if they see other children or adults they emulate cooperating for the same procedure.
B Incorrect. The following statement does not best demonstrates social learning theory applied in a health care setting: The nurse shows the child the equipment and lets the child play with it until the procedure takes place.
C Incorrect. The following statement does not best demonstrates social learning theory applied in a health care setting: The respiratory therapist shows the child how to use a nasal inhaler and lets the child then demonstrate the use of the inhaler.
D Incorrect. The following statement does not best demonstrates social learning theory applied in a health care setting: Children play with peers in a playroom rather than staying in bed in the acute care hospital.

Answer to Question 2

C
The mother should be encouraged to have a good fluid intake, an ample diet, and moderate rest and exercise. Supplemental feedings should be avoided and more frequent breastfeeding encouraged.