A Coping Strategy in Which Ill Children Limit the Number

question 23

Multiple Choice

A coping strategy in which ill children limit the number of people with whom they have a close relationship is

• A) limiting.
• B) distancing.
• C) side-stepping.
• D) reversion.

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Definitions:

Kidney Functioning

The process by which the kidneys filter and remove waste products and excess fluids from the blood, while also regulating electrolyte balance and blood pressure.

Blood Pressure

The pressure of circulating blood on the walls of blood vessels, typically measured for diagnosis since it is closely related to the force and rate of the heartbeat and the diameter and elasticity of the arterial walls.

Cholesterol Levels

The concentration of cholesterol in the blood, which is a crucial factor in cardiovascular health, with high levels being associated with increased risk of heart disease.

Hypnotized Person

An individual in a state of hypnosis, experiencing altered focus, concentration, and often heightened suggestibility.