Those Individuals Who Have a Stigma That Is Perceived to Be

question 145

Multiple Choice

Those individuals who have a stigma that is perceived to be uncontrollable are-------------------than individuals who have a stigma that is perceived to be controllable.

• A) considered to be less dangerous
• B) better able to conceal their stigma
• C) more likely to be viewed with pity
• D) more likely to elicit angry reactions

Differentiate between objective and subjective data in patient documentation.

Grasp the necessity of having a broad knowledge base for eliciting meaningful patient information.

Identify signs of substance abuse and its possible confusion with other medical conditions.

Understand the importance of patient safety measures and organizations dedicated to reducing medical errors.

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Definitions:

Karen Horney

A psychoanalyst known for her theory on neurotic personality development and her disagreements with Freud on concepts of female psychology.

Carl Jung

A Swiss psychiatrist and psychoanalyst known for creating analytical psychology, which focuses on the significance of one's own psyche and the pursuit of individual completeness.

Repression

A defense mechanism in psychoanalytic theory where unacceptable or unpleasant thoughts and memories are unconsciously excluded from awareness.

Denial

A psychological defense mechanism where an individual refuses to accept reality or facts, thereby avoiding dealing with painful feelings.