Which of the Following Best Characterizes Trigeminal Neuralgia (Tic Douloureux)

question 13

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best characterizes trigeminal neuralgia (tic douloureux) ?

• A) Paralysis of one side of the face
• B) Uncontrollable twitching of one eye
• C) Prolonged episodes of pain in one side of the face
• D) Dull pain when pressure is applied over the affected area
• E) Sudden, brief, severe shooting pain over the affected area

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Definitions:

Stimulus Overload Effect

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Dispositional

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Uncontrollable

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Self-Serving Bias

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