When Discussing the Dimensions of Temperament, What Is the Term

question 74

Multiple Choice

When discussing the dimensions of temperament, what is the term used to refer to the baby's response to a new person or object, based on whether the child accepts the new situation or withdraws from it?

• A)quality of mood
• B)intensity of reaction
• C)approach-withdrawal
• D)rhythmicity

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Definitions:

Hemophilia

A medical condition, usually inherited, in which the ability of the blood to clot is severely reduced, causing the sufferer to bleed severely from even a slight injury.

X-Linked Recessive

A pattern of genetic inheritance where the gene causing the trait or disorder is located on the X chromosome; more common in males who have only one X chromosome.

Vasoocclusive Crisis

A painful episode that occurs in sickle cell anemia when sickled red blood cells block blood flow through vessels.

Sickle Cell Crisis

A severe, painful episode that occurs in people who have sickle cell anemia, caused by blockage of blood flow by misshaped red blood cells.