Which of the Following Is Not a Role of the Clinical

question 30

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a role of the clinical laboratory professional?

• A) Correlate lab results with appropriate disease states
• B) Correlate lab results with disease pathophysiology
• C) Correlate lab results with treatment
• D) Order reflex tests

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Definitions:

Psychodynamic Therapist

A therapist who applies psychodynamic theories, focusing on unconscious processes as they are manifested in a person's present behavior.

Unconscious Defense Mechanisms

Psychological strategies employed by the unconscious mind to protect an individual from anxiety and unacceptable thoughts and feelings.

Dependence

A situation where an individual relies on a substance, activity, or another person for normal functioning or well-being, often leading to a compulsive or needy behavior pattern.

Psychodynamic Therapy

A therapeutic approach designed to explore the psychological forces underlying an individual's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.