Pruritus Is Defined as

question 21

Multiple Choice

Pruritus is defined as

• A)circumscribed malformation of the skin.
• B)itching.
• C)escape of blood into the skin.
• D)redness.

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Definitions:

Psychosocial Theory

A theory proposed by Erikson that suggests human development is influenced by and unfolds in a series of eight stages that involve psychological and social conflicts.

Life Structure

The pattern or organization of one's life, shaped by roles, relationships, and activities, as conceptualized in developmental psychology.

Levinson

Refers to Daniel Levinson, a psychologist who developed theories on human development, focusing on the stages of life, particularly adult development.

Seasons Of Life

A set of life phases that Levinson concluded adults progress through in which life structures are constructed, tested, and modified, based on experiences and opportunities.