A Person with a Euphoric Mood, a Decreased Need for Sleep

question 560

Multiple Choice

A person with a euphoric mood, a decreased need for sleep, and grandiose or exaggerated cognitions would most likely be diagnosed as having

• A)dissociative fugue
• B)schizophrenia
• C)major depression
• D)mania

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Definitions:

Pharynx

A part of the neck and throat situated behind the mouth and nasal cavity, crucial for respiratory and digestive pathways.

Respiratory Rate

The number of breaths taken per minute, a vital sign used in health assessments to gauge respiratory function and general health status.

Medulla Oblongata

A part of the brainstem that regulates vital bodily functions such as breathing, heart rate, and blood pressure.

Pons

A part of the brainstem that bridges the medulla oblongata and the midbrain, playing a crucial role in many bodily functions, including breathing and sleep.