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Hemoglobin binds to and has a much higher affinity for carbon monoxide (CO)than for oxygen.CO is colorless and odorless and can be produced in homes heated by natural gas; victims usually do not realize they are being poisoned and often die in their sleep.Describe the likely changes in a CO poisoning victim.
Panic Disorder
A psychiatric disorder characterized by sudden and repeated episodes of intense fear accompanied by physical symptoms that may include chest pain, heart palpitations, shortness of breath, dizziness, or abdominal distress.
Conversion Reaction
A type of psychological disorder where emotional distress or unconscious conflict is expressed through physical symptoms, without an organic cause.
Compulsive Disorder
A mental health condition where individuals feel compelled to perform certain behaviors or rituals repeatedly, often as an attempt to manage anxiety.
Dissociative Neurosis
A psychological disorder characterized by a disconnection or separation of perception, identity, or memory.
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