The learning domain dealing with feelings and attitudes is?

• A. Cognitive
• B. Affective
• C. Psychomotor
• D. Social

Answer: (B)

The affective domain is the learning domain that deals with feelings and attitudes. It covers how learners value, feel about, and internalize information and interactions, including motivation, beliefs, and ethical stances. Its progression can be thought of as moving from simply listening to information, to actively participating, to valuing its importance, organizing those values, and ultimately demonstrating consistent behavior guided by them. In the dialysis setting, this shows up as empathy toward patients, respect for their needs and dignity, a collaborative spirit with the care team, and a commitment to safety and quality care. The cognitive domain focuses on knowledge and thinking skills, and the psychomotor domain on physical skills; neither centers on internal feelings and attitudes in the way the affective domain does.