Ingrid and a Friend of Ingrid's Sometimes Notice That They

question 1

Multiple Choice

Ingrid and a friend of Ingrid's sometimes notice that they often feel terrific the day after their menstrual periods end. They've discussed this with each other a few times. What is the most likely explanation for their observations?

• A) Ingrid and her friend have postmenstrual syndrome.
• B) Ingrid and her friend are simply not noticing instances that confirm their beliefs.
• C) Ingrid and her friend are simply noticing instances that confirm their beliefs.
• D) Ingrid and her friend have premenstrual syndrome.

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Definitions:

Consistency

The degree of viscosity or thickness of a substance, or the uniformity and reliability in behavior or performance over time.

Nasogastric Tube

A flexible tube that is inserted through the nose into the stomach to deliver food and medicine or to remove stomach contents.

Ileus

A temporary cessation of bowel motility, leading to obstruction symptoms without a physical blockage in the intestines.

Peristalsis

The involuntary constriction and relaxation of the muscles in the intestine or another canal, creating wave-like movements that push contents forward.