Nemi Has a Long-Standing Fear of Contamination That Compels Her

question 52

Multiple Choice

Nemi has a long-standing fear of contamination that compels her to carry out numerous cleansing activities each day. If she notices any dirt on her person, she thoroughly washes her hands and arms. Nemi is probably suffering from __________.

• A) schizophrenia
• B) obsessive-compulsive disorder
• C) conversion disorder
• D) bipolar disorder
• E) none of the above

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Definitions:

Sit-and-reach Test

A fitness test designed to measure the flexibility of the lower back and hamstring muscles.

Flexibility

The ability of joints to move through their full range of motion; important for overall mobility and injury prevention.

Joint Flexibility

The capacity of joints to achieve their complete motion range freely, without experiencing discomfort or rigidity.

Overly Flexible

Describes a condition where joints move beyond a healthy range of motion, potentially leading to instability or injury.