When a Patient Came in with Numbness of Her Left

question 23

Multiple Choice

When a patient came in with numbness of her left arm and left leg, the physician noted that the leg numbness was on the ____ side.

• A) contralateral
• B) ipsilateral
• C) bilateral
• D) dextrad

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Definitions:

Reflected Appraisals

The process by which individuals form perceptions of themselves based on how they believe others view them.

Self-Schema

Cognitive structures derived from past experiences that guide how individuals perceive, interpret, and respond to information about themselves.

Collectivist Cultures

Cultures that emphasize group over individual. The focus is on the interconnectedness of individuals, particularly the interdependent nature of their social relationships and identities.

Individualist Cultures

Cultures that emphasize the individual and value individual achievement.