Health Promotion and Maintenance Q 59

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Which of these statements best describes the characteristics of an effective reward-feedback system?

  

     A. Specific feedback is given as close to the event as possible

     B. Staff is given feedback in equal amounts over time

     C. Positive statements are to precede a negative statement

     D. Performance goals should be higher than what is attainable

    

    

Correct Answer: A. Specific feedback is given as close to the event as possible

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Feedback is most useful when given immediately. Positive behavior is strengthened through immediate feedback, and it is easier to modify problem behaviors if the standards are clearly understood.

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Option B: Positive feedback is most useful when given immediately.

Option C: Negative statements are never helpful in any given situation.

Option D: Every goal should always be attainable.

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