Which of the Following Are Likely Present in a Patient

question 67

Multiple Choice

Which of the following are likely present in a patient immobilized for a long period of time?

• A)hypocalcemia and low serum PTH levels
• B)hypocalcemia and high serum PTH levels
• C)hypercalcemia and low serum PTH levels
• D)hypercalcemia and high serum PTH levels

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Definitions:

Scapegoating

The practice of blaming an individual or group for wrongs that they may not have committed, often to deflect responsibility.

Accentuation

The psychological tendency to exaggerate differences between stimuli or categories when they are perceived as being distinct or separate.

Assimilation-Contrast

A cognitive process where people assimilate new information into their existing views if it's similar but contrast it sharply if it's very different, affecting attitudes and perceptions.

Bus Rage

Intense anger and aggressive behavior by bus drivers or passengers, often in response to stressful conditions or provocations during commutes.