Question

involuntary, repetitive, alternating movement of a body part is called:
a paresthesia.
b syncope.
c tremor.
d palsy.

Explanation:

• Paresthesia: Refers to abnormal sensations like tingling or numbness, not movement.
• Syncope: Is fainting or loss of consciousness, not a movement.
• Tremor: Involuntary, repetitive, alternating movement of a body part (e.g., shaking of hands).
• Palsy: Paralysis or loss of muscle function, not the described movement.

Answer:

C. tremor