Gary Is Disagreeing with a Physician Who States That the Cause

question 124

Multiple Choice

Gary is disagreeing with a physician who states that the cause of Gary's brother's psychological illness can be traced to a physical disease. Gary's best argument against the physician is that psychopathology in the absence of any physical disease has repeatedly been observed in __________.

• A) alcoholics
• B) tumor victims
• C) hysterics
• D) syphilitics

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Definitions:

Short Bones

Bones that are as wide as they are long, primarily found in the wrists (carpals) and ankles (tarsals), providing support and stability with little movement.

Pelvic Inlet

The upper opening of the pelvis, bordered by the pelvic bones, through which structures enter and exit the pelvic cavity.

Pelvic Outlet

The lower opening of the pelvic bone, bordered by the coccyx, pubic arch, and ischial tuberosities, important in childbirth.

Weight-Bearing Bone

A bone that supports the weight of the body or parts of the body.