The Text Presented a Case Study of a Retired Man

question 82

Multiple Choice

The text presented a case study of a retired man who was hospitalized by his wife and son. He was typical of many patients in that ________

• A) he had become violent toward family members.
• B) he never lost his orientation for time and person.
• C) he had good memory for remote events but no memory for events that just occurred.
• D) he became hypochondriacal and performed repetitive, meaningless rituals.

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Definitions:

Agency

A relationship where one party (the agent) is authorized to act on behalf of another (the principal) in dealing with third parties.

Impossible

A term used to describe a task or condition that cannot realistically be fulfilled or achieved.

Agency Relationship

A legal arrangement in which one party, the agent, acts on behalf of another party, the principal, in conducting transactions with third parties.

Bind

To legally obligate oneself or another party to an agreement or contract.