Upon Discovering That She Can No Longer Control an Interesting

question 41

Multiple Choice

Upon discovering that she can no longer control an interesting visual display, a 5-month-old becomes less animated and shows physiological evidence of being stressed. This infant is likely experiencing

• A) anger
• B) sadness
• C) fear
• D) disgust

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Definitions:

Paraplegia

The impairment or loss of motor or sensory function in the lower extremities, typically as a result of spinal cord injury or disease.

Trauma

Physical injury or wound, or emotional shock resulting from a violent event or situation that causes stress or pain.

Arteriography

A radiologic study of an artery using a radiopaque medium.

Carotid Artery

A major artery that supplies blood to the brain, neck, and face.