The Primary Function of a Biopsychosocial Case Formulation Is to

question 4

Multiple Choice

The primary function of a biopsychosocial case formulation is to

• A) Generate an understanding of the person as a whole
• B) Identify comorbid medical illnesses
• C) Assess the maturity of the patient's defense mechanisms
• D) Determine patient's level of social support

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Definitions:

Epigenesist

A development through which organisms grow and develop, involving genetic factors but also emphasizing the role of environmental influences on gene expression.

Codominance

A genetic scenario where two alleles for a specific trait are equally expressed without blending in the phenotype of heterozygotes.

Dominance

The priority of one allele or gene over others in affecting the phenotype of an organism, or a social hierarchy where individuals of higher status have more influence.

Alleles

Variants of a gene found at the same place on a chromosome that determine distinct traits that can be passed from parents to offspring.