Robert Recently Became Paralyzed from the Waist Down

question 425

Multiple Choice

Robert recently became paralyzed from the waist down. Though mildly concerned, he does not show any of the typical anxiety or distress that we would usually expect from a person dealing with such a condition. A complete medical examination can locate no physical or physiological cause of the paralysis. Given the above information, it is most likely that Robert would be diagnosed with

• A)schizophrenia, catatonic subtype
• B)hypochondriasis
• C)conversion disorder
• D)pain disorder

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Definitions:

Introjection

The assimilation of the attributes of others.

Auditory Screening

A test conducted to identify individuals who may have hearing loss, typically involving brief examinations that can detect potential problems.

Hearing Deficit

A reduced ability to perceive sounds compared to what is considered normal, often requiring medical or therapeutic intervention.

Hearing Acuity

refers to the sharpness or clarity of hearing, affecting one's ability to detect sounds and understand speech.