32.Eating Disorders Quiz
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Which of the following is a characteristic of anorexia nervosa?

  • Improved body image
  • Excessive weight gain
  • Hyperactivity (correct)
  • Increased appetite
  • What is a common behavior exhibited by anorectic patients?

  • Exercise avoidance
  • Suicide attempts
  • Drug addiction (correct)
  • Healthy eating habits
  • Which of the following is a potential complication in patients with severe anorexia?

  • Pulmonary edema (correct)
  • Enhanced immune system
  • Improved digestion
  • High blood pressure
  • What is a common characteristic of bulimia?

    <p>Delayed gastric emptying</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential consequence of severe anorexia?

    <p>Cardiomyopathy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential complication of anorexia nervosa and bulimia?

    <p>Esophagitis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential endocrine abnormality seen in anorexia nervosa?

    <p>Hypoglycemia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What alteration may be seen on the electrocardiogram (ECG) of anorectic patients?

    <p>Prolonged QT interval</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential complication in patients with severe anorexia, a body mass index less than 13 kg/m2, and marked hypoglycemia or leukocytopenia?

    <p>Fatal arrhythmia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What may lead to disturbance of electrolytes or fatal arrhythmia during anesthesia in anorectic patients?

    <p>Glucose or catecholamine administration</p> Signup and view all the answers

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