Which Information Related to the Physiology of Circadian Rhythms Would

question 3

Multiple Choice

Which information related to the physiology of circadian rhythms would be most significant in the assessment of a patient suspected of having bipolar disorder?

• A) Personality patterns
• B) Psychiatric diagnosis
• C) Negative thought patterns
• D) Sleep and appetite patterns

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Definitions:

Nasogastric Tube

A flexible tube that is inserted through the nose into the stomach, primarily used for feeding or removing substances from the stomach.

Oral Hygiene

The practice of keeping the mouth, teeth, and gums clean and healthy to prevent disease.

Gingivitis

A common and mild form of gum disease (periodontal disease) that causes irritation, redness, and swelling (inflammation) of your gingiva, the part of your gum around the base of your teeth.

Sweat Glands

Specialized exocrine glands found in the skin that produce sweat as a mechanism for thermoregulation and excretion.