Across
- 1. an umbrella term commonly used to refer to physical symptoms in the absence of a diagnosed organic disease
- 2. no finding of pathological tissue changes
- 3. also known as Factitious disorder - intentional production of physical or psychological symptoms
- 7. a syndrome characterised by widespread pain throughout the body with tender points at specific anatomical sites
- 9. a disorder where multiple physical symptoms are present for at least 2 years - patient may refuse to accept reassurance or negative test results
- 11. a disorder typically involving loss of motor or sensory function - patient doesn't consciously feign the symptoms or seek material gain
Down
- 1. fraudulent simulation or exaggeration of symptoms with the intention of financial or other gain
- 4. persistent belief in the presence of an underlying serious DISEASE, e.g. cancer - patient again refuses to accept reassurance or negative test results
- 5. disorder caused by physical illness or injury
- 6. most commonly used approach to treatment
- 8. a bedside test to identify functional weakness in the lower extremities
- 10. Abdominal pain, bloating, change in bowel habit