Question

In Rancho levels, what does it mean if a patient shows "inconsistent responses but purposeful in that reacts in a more specific manner to stimulus"?

A) Level II
B) Level V
C) Level VIII
D) Level IX

Answer 1

A patient at Rancho Level V demonstrates inconsistent yet purposeful responses to specific stimuli, indicating a higher level of cognitive functioning compared to lower levels where responses are more reflexive and less specific.

Step-by-step explanation:

In the Rancho Levels of Cognitive Functioning, a patient who shows 'inconsistent responses but purposeful in that reacts in a more specific manner to stimulus' is at Level V. This indicates that the patient is responding to external stimuli, albeit inconsistently, but with a clear intent showing signs of recognition and attention. This level is characterized by inconsistent, but non-reflexive responses to stimuli. For example, the patient may be able to follow simple commands or respond to some people but not all the time. The behaviors are not reflexive but are instead purposeful and may vary in accuracy.