A 5-Year-Old Male Presents with Low-Set Ears, a Fish-Shaped Mouth

question 18

Multiple Choice

A 5-year-old male presents with low-set ears, a fish-shaped mouth, and involuntary rapid muscular contraction. Laboratory testing reveals decreased calcium levels. Which of the following diagnosis is most likely?

• A) B-lymphocyte deficiency
• B) T-lymphocyte deficiency
• C) Combined immunological deficiency
• D) Complement deficiency

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Definitions:

Defense Mechanism

Psychological strategies brought into play by the unconscious mind to manipulate, deny, or distort reality in order to defend against feelings of anxiety and unacceptable impulses.

Projection

A defense mechanism where individuals attribute their own unacceptable thoughts, feelings, and motives to another person.

Hostility

An emotion or behavior characterized by anger, unfriendliness, or opposition towards others.

Defense Mechanism

Unconscious tactics employed to shield oneself from the distress caused by undesirable thoughts or emotions.