Question

If a patient complains that whenever he has to get on a plane he begins to sweat, have chest pain, and nausea, he is most likely suffering from ___________.

(1 point)
Responses

Generalized anxiety disorder
Generalized anxiety disorder

Acute stress
Acute stress

Panic disorder
Panic disorder

Anxiety
Anxiety

Answer 1

The symptoms described—sweating, chest pain, and nausea in response to getting on a plane—suggest a specific anxiety reaction that could be linked to a panic attack. This fits the criteria for **Panic disorder**, especially if these symptoms occur in a specific situation such as flying. Therefore, the most likely answer is:

**Panic disorder**