Psychological Factors Affecting Medical Conditions — Flashcards

Psychological Factors Affecting Medical Conditions — Flashcards

Psychological Factors Affecting Medical Conditions — Flashcards
#1

_____ disorders are when a patient consciously creates physical and/or psychological symptoms in order to assume a "sick role" and get medical attention and sympathy (primary/internal gain)

#2

Smith's consultation letter is associated with _____ disorder, intended for primary care physicians

#3

What psychiatric disorder is commonly associated with Addison's disease?_____

#4

Worsening of symptoms at night is known as _____ which is seen in delirium.

#5

Munchausen syndrome is more common in _____ (gender) and healthcare workers

#6

Huntington disease presents with chorea that can progress to _____ and dementia; also may have aggression

#7

What is the most appropriate treatment for levodopa-induced psychosis?_____

#8

What is the demographic for functional aphonia?_____

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