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ereecah

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Earl falls at work. The initial medical tests showed no major physical problems. However, Earl calls the
  next day and tells his boss that he is unable to use his right leg because it is paralyzed.
 
  He also informs his
  boss that he plans to sue the company. Earl most likely
 
  A) has factitious disorder. B) is malingering.
  C) has conversion disorder. D) has somatization disorder.

Question 2

Limited symptom attacks are
 
  A) panic attacks consisting of fewer than four symptoms.
  B) unpredictable somatic ailments.
  C) typically seen in individuals with agoraphobia with panic.
  D) a characteristic of panic disorder.


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Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

A



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