The nurse plans to teach a client about blood glucose monitoring using a behavioristic approach. Which of the following techniques would the nurse use when modeling behaviorism?
1. Providing positive feedback
2. Discussing techniques for obtaining the blood sample
3. Encouraging the client to practice manipulating equipment
4. Encouraging the client to read the directions that come with equipment
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Rationale: Behaviorism promotes positive feedback to support positive changes in behavior. Discussing techniques for obtaining blood and explaining the use of insulin by the body are examples of cognitivism. Encouraging the client to learn for himself demonstrates humanism.
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