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Q1Which of these is the term used to describe a child who spends time alone at home after school while a parent is working?
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✓ Correct answer: Latchkey
Latchkey is the term used to describe a child who spends time alone at home after school while a parent is working.<br/><br/>Incoherence is defined as disconnected thoughts.<br/><br/>When a woman has her uterus removed, she is said to have undergone a hysterectomy.<br/><br/>Grief is an acute sorrow in response to a loss.
Q2What is the last stage in Erik Erikson’s theory of psychosocial development?
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✓ Correct answer: Ego integrity vs. despair
Erik Erikson created the psychosocial development theory. His theory has 8 stages. They are: trust vs. mistrust (ages 0 to 1 1/2), autonomy vs. shame (ages 1 ½ to 3), initiative vs. guilt (ages 3 to 5), industry vs. inferiority (ages 5 to 12), ego identity vs. role confusion (ages 12 to 18), intimacy vs. isolation (ages 18 to 40), generativity vs. stagnation (ages 40 to 65), and ego integrity vs. despair (ages 65+).
Q3During infancy, boundaries between the external world and inner self begin to form. At a young age, individuals may project feelings of denial as a result of which ego function?
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✓ Correct answer: Defensive functioning
Defensive functioning refers to the behaviors that individuals exhibit in order to protect themselves from internal conflicts or uncomfortable feelings. Projection, which involves denying and attributing one's own feelings to others, is a defense mechanism commonly observed during infancy and early childhood. It allows individuals to avoid facing their own unacceptable emotions or thoughts by projecting them onto others. This helps maintain a sense of psychological safety and reduces anxiety.<br/><br/>Option A) Internal conflict is not the correct answer because internal conflict refers to the psychological struggle or tension experienced within an individual due to opposing desires, beliefs, or needs. It does not specifically relate to the formation of boundaries or the defense mechanism of projection.<br/><br/>Option B) External conflict is also not the correct answer because external conflict refers to conflicts between individuals or groups, typically involving disagreements, competition, or antagonism. It does not pertain to the formation of boundaries or the defense mechanism of projection.<br/><br/>Option D) Collaborative functioning is not the correct answer because collaborative functioning refers to the ability to work together with others in a cooperative and mutually beneficial manner. It does not relate to the formation of boundaries or the defense mechanism of projection.
Q4You are testing a client to provide information to a potential employer with the client’s informed consent. This is termed as which of the following?
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✓ Correct answer: third-party evaluation
A third-party evaluation is a professional determination about some aspect of a client, such as the client’s capacity to undertake some new status like a new job that is provided to a third party such as an employer. The information is given only with the client’s informed consent.
Q5Every day during third period, Mrs. Johnson's art class experiences consistent disruption caused by a specific student named Jeremiah. Jeremiah is unable to remain seated and frequently exhibits shoulder shrugging behavior. Other students have overheard him mumbling under his breath, and on occasion, he inexplicably hits himself in the head. These disruptive actions persistently occur, and when Jeremiah is approached about them, they intensify.<br/><br/>During a meeting with Jeremiah's parents, Mrs. Johnson uncovers that he is afflicted with which specific disorder?
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✓ Correct answer: Tourette Syndrome
Tourette Syndrome is a neurological disorder characterized by repetitive, involuntary movements and vocalizations known as tics. These tics can vary from mild to severe and can include actions such as shoulder movements, head-hitting, and vocal mumbling. It is a lifelong condition that usually begins in childhood and can impact a person's daily functioning and social interactions.<br/><br/>Option A (Muscle spasms) - Muscle spasms refer to involuntary contractions of muscles, which are not necessarily associated with the symptoms described in the question. While tics may involve muscle movements, Tourette Syndrome is a specific disorder characterized by these tics.<br/><br/>Option B (Bipolar disorder) - Bipolar disorder is a mood disorder characterized by extreme shifts in mood, energy, and activity levels. While individuals with bipolar disorder may experience behavioral changes, it does not typically present with the specific symptoms described in the question, such as repetitive shoulder movements and head-hitting.<br/><br/>Option D (Anti-social disorder) - It seems that an incorrect disorder was mentioned as Option D. Antisocial personality disorder refers to a long-term pattern of disregard for and violation of the rights of others. It is unrelated to the symptoms exhibited by Jeremiah, and there is no indication in the question that Jeremiah demonstrates a disregard for others or violates their rights.<br/><br/>In conclusion, the correct answer is C) Tourette Syndrome because Jeremiah's symptoms align with the characteristics of this specific disorder, including repetitive movements, vocalizations, and the escalation of actions when approached. The incorrect answer options (A) Muscle spasms, (B) Bipolar disorder, and (D) Anti-social disorder do not accurately explain the observed behaviors and symptoms described in the question.
Q6What is Trisomy 21 also known as?
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✓ Correct answer: Down syndrome.
As a general rule, children conceived with this condition have some level of mental hindrance. A number of these youngsters likewise have other wellbeing issues.
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