What Causes a Herniated Intervertebral Disc

question 3

Multiple Choice

What causes a herniated intervertebral disc?

• A)a tear in the nucleus pulposus
• B)a protrusion of the nucleus pulposus through the annulus fibrosis
• C)displacement of the annulus fibrosis between the laminae
• D)failure of the spinous processes to restrict movement of the intervertebral disc

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Definitions:

Preconventional Stage

A developmental phase in Kohlberg's theory of moral development where moral reasoning is based primarily on the consequences of actions and on rewards and punishments.

Formal Operational Stage

The final stage of Piaget's theory of cognitive development, where individuals develop the ability to think abstractly, logically, and systematically.

Self-Concept

an individual's understanding of themselves, including their beliefs, feelings, and thoughts about their own identity, abilities, and worth.

Self-Esteem

A person's overall subjective sense of personal worth or value, how much a person appreciates, likes, or approves of themselves.