This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer
« previous next »

Author Question: A nurse explains the technique of response cost to parents who are seeking to reduce the frequency ... (Read 100 times)

cmoore54

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 568
on: Jul 19, 2018
A nurse explains the technique of response cost to parents who are seeking to reduce the frequency of unwanted behaviors in their children. What is an example of this type of strategy?
 
  a. Ignoring a temper tantrum
  b. Taking away the privilege to watch television until homework is finished
  c. Grounding a child for a month after a very poor report card is received
  d. Making a young child sit in a corner after fighting with a younger sibling

Question 2

Which statement best describes the role of the nurse in the therapeutic milieu of a psychiatric unit?
 
  A) The treatment team member who is responsible for management of the therapeutic milieu
  B) The treatment team member who develops the medical diagnosis for all clients in the unit
  C) The treatment team member who provides for the spiritual and comfort needs of the client and his or her family
  D) The treatment team member who conducts individual, group, and family therapy after an in-depth psychosocial history


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

ong527

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 285
Reply #1 on: Jul 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B
With response cost, the frequency of a behavior is likely to decrease because of a loss or penalty following a behavior. Extinction is the process of eliminating a behavior by ignoring it. Punishment is an aversive stimulus that occurs after the behavior and reduces its future occurrence.

Answer to Question 2

A


cmoore54

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 568
Reply #2 on: Jul 19, 2018
TY


ong527

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 285
Reply #3 on: Jul 19, 2018
Happy to Help


« previous next »
 

Did you know?

The first successful kidney transplant was performed in 1954 and occurred in Boston. A kidney from an identical twin was transplanted into his dying brother's body and was not rejected because it did not appear foreign to his body.

Did you know?

For high blood pressure (hypertension), a new class of drug, called a vasopeptidase blocker (inhibitor), has been developed. It decreases blood pressure by simultaneously dilating the peripheral arteries and increasing the body's loss of salt.

Did you know?

Drug abusers experience the following scenario: The pleasure given by their drug (or drugs) of choice is so strong that it is difficult to eradicate even after years of staying away from the substances involved. Certain triggers may cause a drug abuser to relapse. Research shows that long-term drug abuse results in significant changes in brain function that persist long after an individual stops using drugs. It is most important to realize that the same is true of not just illegal substances but alcohol and tobacco as well.

Did you know?

On average, someone in the United States has a stroke about every 40 seconds. This is about 795,000 people per year.

Did you know?

Vital signs (blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate) should be taken before any drug administration. Patients should be informed not to use tobacco or caffeine at least 30 minutes before their appointment.

cell signaling cytoplasmic response cell signaling cytoplasmic response
Empathy draws a more positive response from the patient because it is based on the willingness of th Empathy draws a more positive response from the patient because it is based on the willingness of th
Schematic diagram showing polyclonal response by B cells against linear epitopes. Schematic diagram showing polyclonal response by B cells against linear epitopes.
Products like Beano contain enzymes that help reduce the production of gas in the large intestine Products like Beano contain enzymes that help reduce the production of gas in the large intestine
Adding different Angular frequency w(t)? Adding different Angular frequency w(t)?
The CRISPR/Cas system mediates an adaptive immune response in prokaryotes The CRISPR/Cas system mediates an adaptive immune response in prokaryotes
Video: Types of disease resistance: innate defenses & immunity

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library