Iram Is Afraid of Snakes

question 72

Multiple Choice

Iram is afraid of snakes. In an effort to help him overcome his fear, his therapist has him enter a room where there are dozens of snakes (non-poisonous, of course) and has him hold them. Iram is not permitted to leave the room until the therapy session is completed. Iram's therapist is using ______.

• A) systematic desensitization
• B) flooding
• C) paradoxical intent
• D) aversion therapy

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Definitions:

Oropharynx

The middle section of the pharynx, located behind the mouth and extending to the upper edge of the larynx.

Nasopharynx

The region of the pharynx that sits above the soft palate and is connected to the nasal cavities, playing a role in respiration and speech.

Parietal Pleura

The outer layer of the pleura that lines the inner wall of the thoracic cavity.

Visceral Pleura

A thin membrane that closely covers the lungs' outer surface, part of the double-layered pleura of the thoracic cavity.