A Patient's Computed Tomography (CT)scan of the Brain Reveals Areas

question 195

Multiple Choice

A patient's computed tomography (CT) scan of the brain reveals areas of decreased density on the image.These are most likely associated with which of the following?

• A)Multiple sclerosis
• B)Hematoma location after trauma
• C)Brain abscess
• D)Ventricular enlargement

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Definitions:

Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors

A class of drugs that inhibit the reuptake of serotonin in the brain, used to treat depression and anxiety disorders.

Social Anxiety

A chronic mental health condition characterized by significant fear of being judged or negatively evaluated by others, leading to avoidance of social situations.

Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder

Pervasive rigidity in one’s activities and interpersonal relationships; includes qualities such as emotional constriction, extreme perfectionism, and anxiety resulting from even slight disruptions in one’s routine.

Workaholics

Individuals who have a compulsion to work excessively and have difficulty disconnecting from their work.