The patient continues to ask questions about a surgical wound and states, "I think I would like help the first time I look at my wound." This is an example of which of the following?
a. Guided response
b. Adaptation
c. Perception
d. Organizing
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A A guided response is the performance of an act under the guidance of an instructor. The patient who is seeking help is demonstrating a guided response.
B Adaptation occurs when a person is able to change a motor response when unexpected problems arise. This patient is not exhibiting adaptation.
C Perception is being aware of objects or qualities through the use of sense organs. This situation is not an example of perception.
D Organizing is developing a value system by identifying and organizing values and resolving conflicts. This situation is not an example of organizing.
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