Seligman's (1974) Theory of Depression is based on the idea that depression is caused by which of the following?
a. one or more traumatic events in a person's life
b. a loss or separation from loved ones in adulthood
c. an individual's belief that no one can make things better
d. separation from or the loss of the mother before age 5
C
According to Seligman, helplessness is defined as the sense that one has no control over life events. He suggested that it is not any situation that causes depression, but rather it is the individual's belief that there is nothing either the individual or anyone else can do to make things better. Learned helplessness is caused by a series of reinforcers in one's environment that serve to take control away from the individual.
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1. The patient has developed a fever. 2. The patient was suctioned twice during the night for a small amount of thin secretions. 3. ABGs reveal a pH of 7.34. 4. Positive end expiratory pressure (PEEP) is maintained at 8 cm H20. 5. The patient's serum sodium level is 138 mEq/L.
The best way to ensure adequate nutrient intake is to eat plenty of
a. refined grains. b. enriched grains. c. whole grains. d. fiber supplements.
Which manifestation(s) are age-related changes that alter the respiratory system? (Select all that apply.)
a. Weakened cough b. Kyphosis c. Increased ciliary movement d. Decrease in body fluid e. Muscle weakness
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A) Avoiding extremes of heat and cold B) Setting and accepting realistic short- and long-range goals C) Adopting a lifestyle of moderate activity D) Avoiding emotional disturbances and stressful situations