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xclash

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Which patient is most likely exhibiting a conversion disorder?
 
  a. A toddler with frequent ear infections
  b. An athlete with exercise-induced asthma
  c. A night guard who suddenly goes blind
  d. An older adult whose fractured foot is not healing well

Question 2

A nurse is preparing a presentation for mental health promotion for young and middle-aged adults and is planning to address changes in family structure. Which of the following would the nurse include as reflecting marriage?
 
  A) The peak marriage age is between 28 to 32 years.
  B) Those marrying in their teens are more likely to get divorced.
  C) Middle-aged adults are most likely to be married.
  D) People who marry between the ages of 23 to 27 years are likely to get divorced.



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Answer to Question 1

C
Conversion disorder is a type of somatoform disorder in which symptoms of some physical illness appear without any underlying organic cause. The organic symptom reduces the patient's anxiety and usually gives a clue to the conflict.

Answer to Question 2

C



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