Chiara, a 14-Year-Old, Is of Average Height but Weighs Only

question 9

Multiple Choice

Chiara, a 14-year-old, is of average height but weighs only 80 pounds. She has lost 30 pounds over the last six months by eating very little and running five miles a day. She is determined not to become overweight and ignores her parents' suggestion that she should eat well-balanced meals. Chiara suffers from

• A) bulimia nervosa.
• B) catatonia.
• C) anorexia nervosa.
• D) obsessive-compulsive disorder.

Understand the processes and importance of program accreditation for medical assisting education.

Acknowledge the continuous education requirements and professional development opportunities for medical assistants.

Differentiate between clinical, administrative, and laboratory duties of medical assistants.

Recognize the significance of credentialing and specific certifications relevant to the medical assisting field.

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Definitions:

Parasympathetic

Refers to the part of the autonomic nervous system responsible for relaxation, conservation of energy, and slowing down bodily functions.

Sympathetic

Pertaining to the sympathetic nervous system, part of the autonomic nervous system responsible for activating the body's fight-or-flight response.

Somatic

Relating to or affecting the body, distinct from the mind or emotions.

Nucleus Accumbens

A brain region involved in the reward circuit, associated with pleasure, reinforcement learning, addiction, and fear.