Dr DiMassio Is Studying PET (Brain) Scans in Patients with Schizophrenia

question 35

Multiple Choice

Dr. DiMassio is studying PET (brain) scans in patients with schizophrenia and comparing them to PET scans in people who have no psychological disorders. It is likely that Dr. DiMassio is a _____.

• A) health psychologist
• B) developmental psychologist
• C) biopsychologist
• D) psychologist

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Definitions:

Median Nerve

A major nerve of the upper limb, running down the arm and forearm, involved in sensation and motor control of the hand.

Biceps Brachii

A muscle of the upper arm responsible for the flexion of the elbow and rotation of the forearm.

Intrinsic Hand Muscles

The muscles located within the hand that are responsible for fine motor movements and control of the fingers.

Effector Organ

An organ that responds to stimulation by a nerve impulse resulting in a specific action or secretion.