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Theoretical Basis for Behavior Modification Questions
Question 1 of 5
Dr. Albert Ellis, who developed the theory of RET, thought that people teach themselves to be ill. He used the following terminology:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following nursing preparations for a client undergoing electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) resembles those used for general anesthesia?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 3 of 5
The type of therapy done by massaging the feet of the patient to act upon pathways, unblocking and renewing energy flow, is:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 4 of 5
What term refers to the inability to employ personal strategies to manage psychological distress?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following statements about the neurobiologic causes of mental illness is most accurate?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Current theories and studies indicate that several mental disorders may be linked to a specific gene or combination of genes, but that the source is not solely genetic; nongenetic factors also play important roles. Most studies involving viral theories have focused on schizophrenia, but so far none has provided specific or conclusive evidence. A compromised immune system could contribute to the development of a variety of illnesses, particularly in populations already genetically at risk.