The Phantom Limb Phenomenon (Reporting Sensations from a Limb After

question 68

Multiple Choice

The phantom limb phenomenon (reporting sensations from a limb after it has been amputated) is caused by?

• A) an emotional reaction.
• B) a hypnotic trance.
• C) irritation of nerves at the stump where the limb was amputated.
• D) sprouting of axons to other synapses in the brain.

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Definitions:

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