During a Physical Assessment,the Patient Complains of Difficulty in Passing

question 75

Multiple Choice

During a physical assessment,the patient complains of difficulty in passing stools.What should the nurse document that the patient is experiencing?

• A)Dyspnea
• B)Cyanosis
• C)Constipation
• D)Ecchymosis

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Definitions:

Panic Disorder

A psychiatric disorder characterized by sudden and repeated episodes of intense fear accompanied by physical symptoms that may include chest pain, heart palpitations, shortness of breath, dizziness, or abdominal distress.

Conversion Reaction

A type of psychological disorder where emotional distress or unconscious conflict is expressed through physical symptoms, without an organic cause.

Compulsive Disorder

A mental health condition where individuals feel compelled to perform certain behaviors or rituals repeatedly, often as an attempt to manage anxiety.

Dissociative Neurosis

A psychological disorder characterized by a disconnection or separation of perception, identity, or memory.