Chronic Release of Excess Thyroxine Can Cause a Sustained Increase

question 28

True/False

Chronic release of excess thyroxine can cause a sustained increase in heart rate and a weakened heart.

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Definitions:

Disease Model

A model that views psychiatric disorders as similar to physical diseases, usually with an identifiable cause, predictable progression, and potential for treatment or prevention.

Abstinence

The act of refraining from indulging in an activity or consuming a substance, especially alcohol or other drugs.

Somatic

Pertaining to or affecting the body, particularly as distinct from the mind or the environment.

Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome

A chronic disease related to alcohol dependence characterized by impaired memory and a loss of contact with reality.