A Symptom That a Patient Has Again and That Continues

question 26

Multiple Choice

A symptom that a patient has again and that continues to get worse is called:

• A) degenerate; malignant.
• B) recurrent; degenerate.
• C) recurrent; idiopathic.
• D) idiopathic; malignant.
• E) malignant; recurrent.

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Definitions:

Cognitive Development

The process by which individuals acquire and evolve their thinking abilities, understanding, reasoning, and problem-solving skills from infancy through adulthood.

Cognitive Capacities

The range of mental abilities, including memory, attention, problem-solving, and decision-making, that enable conscious thought and reasoning.

Piaget

Refers to Jean Piaget, a Swiss psychologist known for his pioneering work in child development and his theory of cognitive development.

Infant Intelligence

The cognitive abilities and potential of babies and toddlers, including their capacity to learn, understand, and interact with their environment.