The Tendency to Label as an Illness a Phenomenon or Syndrome

question 28

Multiple Choice

The tendency to label as an illness a phenomenon or syndrome that was not previously considered an illness is referred to as _____________________.

• A) manifestation
• B) materialization
• C) medicalization
• D) manifestization

---

Definitions:

Rectal

Pertaining to the rectum, the final section of the large intestine, involved in the storage and expulsion of feces.

Pulmonary Artery

The artery carrying deoxygenated blood from the right ventricle of the heart to the lungs for oxygenation.

Acute Renal Failure

Acute Renal Failure, also known as acute kidney injury, is a sudden and often temporary loss of kidney function, which results in the build-up of waste products in the blood.

Antihypertensive Medications

Drugs used to lower high blood pressure, aimed at reducing the risk of heart disease and stroke.