ASSESSMENT AND DIAGNOSTIC PROCESS OF PSYCHIATRIC
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What are the four adaptive modes identified by Sister Calista
Roy? - ANSWER-The four adaptive modes are: Physiological,
Self-Concept, Role Function, and Interdependence.
What is classical conditioning according to Ivan Pavlov? -
ANSWER-Classical conditioning is a form of associative learning
where behaviors are learned through the association of stimuli.
Define Unconditioned Stimulus (UCS) in classical conditioning. -
ANSWER-An Unconditioned Stimulus (UCS) is a stimulus that
naturally triggers a response.
What is the significance of Edward Thorndike's Law of Effect? -
ANSWER-Thorndike's Law of Effect states that behaviors
followed by pleasant consequences are likely to be repeated,
while those followed by unpleasant consequences are less likely
to be repeated.
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What does B.F. Skinner's operant conditioning emphasize? -
ANSWER-Operant conditioning emphasizes that behaviors are
learned and maintained through reinforcement and punishment.
What is an example of a clinical implication of classical
conditioning? - ANSWER-Principles of classical conditioning can
be used to understand and treat anxiety, phobias, and PTSD.
What do psychosocial theories emphasize in human
development? - ANSWER-Psychosocial theories emphasize the
interplay between psychological and social factors in human
development and mental health.
Who are some key theorists associated with psychosocial
theories? - ANSWER-Key theorists include Erik Erikson,
Hildegard Peplau, Harry Stack Sullivan, Abraham Maslow, Carl
Rogers, and Madeleine Leininger.
What is the primary focus of Erik Erikson's psychosocial stages? -
ANSWER-Erik Erikson's psychosocial stages focus on the
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development of trust and identity through resolving conflicts at
different life stages.
What is the core conflict in Erikson's stage of 'Trust vs. Mistrust'? -
ANSWER-The core conflict in 'Trust vs. Mistrust' is whether basic
needs are met or unmet during infancy.
What are the four phases of Hildegard Peplau's Interpersonal
Relations Theory? - ANSWER-The four phases are Orientation,
Identification, Exploitation, and Termination.
What does Abraham Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs suggest about
human needs? - ANSWER-Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs
suggests that human needs are arranged in a hierarchy, with
basic physiological needs at the base.
What is the significance of self-actualization in Maslow's
hierarchy? - ANSWER-Self-actualization represents achieving
one's full potential and personal growth.