Thomas is a 64 y/o active male who presents with posterior a…
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Thоmаs is а 64 y/о аctive male whо presents with posterior ankle pain. He reports the posterior ankle pain started after landing from a jump 2 days ago. In fact, he remembers quite vividly that there was a loud pop like a gun. Further discussion reveals that Thomas did not suffer from pain prior to the onset of pain, with the exception of a persistent, worsening centralized lower back pain. Aggravating activities for the ankle pain are walking any distance, attempting to go up a ladder, and any attempts to stretch his calf. Easing activities for the ankle pain are simply avoidance. He denies any patterns for his back pain. Goal for physical therapy Return to active lifestyle since he has really made it part of his persona after beating prostate cancer 13 years ago. Past medical history Prolonged hydrocortisone usage (~12 months) for his back pain. Stomach pain related to this medicine. Recent weight loss of 10lbs over 2 months. Relevant objective testing (-) thompson test, (+) pain/edema to palpation of the achilles tendon, 4/5 plantar flexion strength with pain limiting further repetitions. ~ 5cm difference in figure 8 ankle circumferential measurement. Based on these findings, the most appropriate phase I (screening for medical referral) action would be
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When updаting their beliefs in light оf new evidence, ideаlly rаtiоnal Bayesian scientists ensure that their degree оf subjective belief in theory exactly matches the objective chance of that theory's truth. However, during periods of revolutionary science, Kuhn argues, scientists totally abandon rational updating in favor of emotional leaps of faith, suggesting that Bayesianism is only a temporary tool and has no deep connection to truth. Moreover, since economic laws cannot reduce to physical laws, as Fodor shows, the attempt to treat scientific theories as parts of a unified, rational system -- i.e., the unity of science thesis -- is hopelessly misguided. Thus, Bayesian reasoning and the unity of science are both illusions, and true rationality requires embracing revolutionary leaps and scientific disunity. Essay Question: Provide two well-targeted objections to the soundness of the above argument, explaining the relevant details of the course materials that are relevant to your target and your objection to it. Hint: You will need to consider the basics of Bayesianism (subjective and objective interpretations), Kuhn’s account of revolutionary science along with Lakatos' main objection to it, and the Oppenheim and Putnam strategies for Unity of Science thesis versus Fodor’s anti-reductionist critique (as well as a response from a possible rival).