Especially in the Middle School and High School Grades,teachers Must

question 89

Multiple Choice

Especially in the middle school and high school grades,teachers must be alert to the possibility that a student is contemplating suicide. Which one of the following students is least likely to be having suicidal thoughts?

• A)Gracie has become quite interested in looking and dressing like a popular rock star.
• B)Erik has stopped hanging out with his friends and refuses to take their telephone calls.
• C)After being seriously depressed for several weeks,Larinda is suddenly quite happy.
• D)Although he loves music,Oscar is giving away all of his favorite CDs.

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Definitions:

Generalized

A term describing conditions or symptoms that affect multiple areas or systems of the body rather than being localized to one spot.

Hemispheres

The two halves of the brain, each responsible for different functions; the left hemisphere typically controls speech and language, the right hemisphere more so spatial abilities.

Intracranial Pressure (ICP)

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Distended Scalp Veins

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