Psychological Factors Affecting Medical Conditions — Flashcards

_____ 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)

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

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

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

Factitious disorder is more common in _____ (gender) and healthcare workers

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

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

What is the demographic for functional aphonia?_____