In the Diathesis-Stress Model, "Diathesis" Refers to

question 57

Multiple Choice

In the diathesis-stress model, "diathesis" refers to

• A) an inherited disorder.
• B) conditions in the environment that can trigger a disorder depending upon how severe the stressors are.
• C) an inherited tendency or condition that makes a person susceptible to developing a disorder.
• D) the inheritance of multiple disorders.

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Definitions:

Deflated

Feeling of being let down or reduced in spirit, morale, or volume, often used metaphorically to describe emotions.

Withdraw

The act of removing, taking back, or retreating from a position or situation.

Urinary Catheterization

The insertion of a catheter into the bladder through the urethra to drain urine, used for patients who cannot urinate naturally.

Bladder Scanner

A non-invasive, ultrasound device used to quickly and accurately measure bladder volume and residual urine, often used to assess urinary retention.