Sean Has Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

question 110

Multiple Choice

Sean has carpal tunnel syndrome. A few months ago, he began taking megadoses of vitamin B-6, when he read that the vitamin can cure the disorder. Today, Sean reported to his friends that his hands were feeling numb and his walking is unsteady. Based on this information, Sean should

• A) increase his vitamin B-6 intake, because the numbness and unsteadiness are signs that the treatment is working.
• B) discontinue taking vitamin B-6, because his body doesn't require the micronutrient.
• C) stop taking vitamin B-6, because he's showing signs and having symptoms of vitamin B-6 toxicity.
• D) continue taking the megadoses of vitamin B-6, because his body needs more time to heal.

Understand the characteristics of different biogeochemical cycles (carbon, water, nitrogen, phosphorus).

Appreciate the role of decomposers in nutrient cycling and ecosystem sustainability.

Analyze the principles of energy transfer and trophic levels in ecosystems.

Understand the processes involved in the nitrogen cycle and its importance for living organisms.

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Definitions:

Problem-Focused Coping

A strategy for managing stress by directly addressing the problem causing the distress.

External Locus

A belief that one's successes or failures result from external factors beyond one's control.

Work Schedule

A planned outline that specifies when tasks, jobs, or appointments are intended to be completed or attended to.

Emotion-Focused Coping

A coping strategy that involves managing one's emotional response to a problem rather than addressing the problem itself.