Asked by Tanner Miller on Jun 19, 2024

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"Glove anesthesia" refers to

A) loss of sensation in the hands when wearing gloves.
B) loss of sensation in the extremities.
C) loss of sensation in the part of the hands which would be covered by gloves.
D) an inability to remember where one has left one's gloves and keys.
E) an extreme fear of wearing gloves.

Glove Anesthesia

A psychogenic condition where a person experiences a loss of sensation in the hand and wrist, similar to when wearing a glove, without a physical cause.

Loss Of Sensation

A condition where an individual experiences a diminished ability to feel or sense stimuli, which can be localized or generalized.

Extremities

The furthest points or limits of something, often referring to the limbs of the human body (arms and legs).

  • Discern between veritable medical conditions and ailments devoid of a physical origin, including conversion disorder and factitious disorder.
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Felicia HughesJun 22, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Glove anesthesia is a phenomenon where a person experiences a loss of sensation in the part of the hands which would be covered by gloves. This can occur as a symptom of certain neurological conditions or as a result of local anesthesia during medical procedures.