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Kylin Malaterre
on Oct 16, 2024Verified
A schizophrenic patient sometimes lapses into a phase during which she becomes unresponsive and stiff.In this state her body becomes rigid, and she sits for hours by herself in a sort of stupor.In the context of schizophrenia, she is experiencing
A) mania.
B) catatonia.
C) dissociative amnesia.
D) psychosis.
Catatonia
A psychiatric condition marked by abnormal movements and behaviors, including stiffness, mutism, and stupor.
Unresponsive
The condition or quality of not reacting or responding to external stimuli or inputs.
Stupor
A state of near-unconsciousness or insensibility, often resulting from illness or intoxication.
- Absorb information regarding the aspects, manifestations, and repercussions of schizophrenia.
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Learning Objectives
- Absorb information regarding the aspects, manifestations, and repercussions of schizophrenia.
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