The first step of examination in a pt. with a neurologic condition is to evaluate the mentation of the person.
Do they know who they are?
Do they know the date/time/time frame?
Do they know where they are?
Do they know simple things like 1+1 or 2+2?
Did the lose consciousness?
Answer:
emotional barrier to effective communication
Explanation:
lying due to fear is an emotional response
I belive this is true because if you don't fall there is not much injury that will come upon you.
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