A Psychiatrist Does a Lengthy and Thorough Examination of a Patient

question 141

Multiple Choice

A psychiatrist does a lengthy and thorough examination of a patient in a hospital. This patient was the victim of a car accident, in which a pen that was lying on the dashboard actually pierced her skull and her brain. The psychiatrist performs physical examinations, interviews with the patient and family members, and closely observes her behavior. This technique is known as a(n)

• A)case study.
• B)ablation.
• C)ESB.
• D)functional analysis.

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Definitions:

Contractility

The ability of muscle fibers to shorten and generate force.

Glia

Non-neuronal cells in the central and peripheral nervous system that support, nourish, and protect neurons.

Support Cells

Cells that provide structural and functional support in various tissues and organs, often contributing to the maintenance and repair of neighboring cells.

Spinal Cord

The long, thin, tubular structure made up of nervous tissue that extends from the brainstem to the lower back, carrying nerve impulses between the brain and the rest of the body.