The Abbreviation DSM-IV-TR Refers to

question 41

Multiple Choice

The abbreviation DSM-IV-TR refers to

• A)a code to indicate the presence of antisocial behavior
• B)the description of physical disabilities
• C)a manual that contains descriptions of the symptoms of psychiatric disorders
• D)a system of classification of mental health workers
• E)a means for determining the length of time a person with a mental disorder can be treated

---

Definitions:

Lab Tests

Procedures involving the examination of blood, urine, or other body fluids/tissues in a laboratory setting to diagnose or monitor a health condition.

Hypovolemia

A medical condition characterized by a decrease in the volume of blood circulating in the body, often leading to shock if untreated.

Postsurgical Assessment

The evaluation conducted after a surgical procedure to monitor a patient's recovery, detect complications, and ensure optimal healing.

Blood Pressure

A measure of the force that circulating blood exerts against the walls of the arteries.