A man witnessed an explosion in which a co-worker died, and afterward his vision failed. After many neurological tests, doctors could find no organic basis for the man's loss of his eyesight. A psychological explanation for this is
a. malingering. c. guilt.
b. conversion disorder. d. amnesia.
B
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A. sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) B. child abuse, malnutrition, and neglect C. cancers such as leukemia D. automobile accidents, fires, and drowning
When a membrane is at rest, what attracts sodium ions to the inside of the cell?
A. An electrical gradient B. A concentration gradient C. Both an electrical gradient and a concentration gradient D. Neither an electrical gradient nor a concentration gradient
__________ involves wrapping babies tightly in cloths or a blanket so that their arms and legs cannot move.
A. Swaddling B. Snuggling C. Securing D. Sneaking
The ________________ maintains many physiological processes by motivating an organism’s behavior.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).