Earl Falls at Work

Multiple Choice

Earl falls at work. The initial medical tests showed no major physical problems. However, Earl calls the next day and tells his boss that he is unable to use his right leg because it is paralyzed. He also informs his boss that he plans to sue the company. Earl most likely

A) has factitious disorder.
B) is malingering.
C) has conversion disorder.
D) has somatization disorder.