When Thompson Was 5 Years of Age,he Began to Complain

question 102

Multiple Choice

When Thompson was 5 years of age,he began to complain that his stomach hurt,especially after eating meals and snacks.He also experienced chronic diarrhe A.His parents noticed that he could eat poultry,meat,dairy foods,fruits,and vegetables without developing any intestinal problems,but he would get a "tummy ache" soon after eating sandwiches,cookies,crackers,or pancakes.Based on this information,Thompson's parents should have him evaluated for ________.

• A)colon cancer
• B)cystic fibrosis
• C)celiac disease
• D)irritable bowel syndrome

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Definitions:

Minute Respiratory Volume (MRV)

The total volume of gas inhaled or exhaled from a person's lungs in one minute.

Inspiratory Reserve Volume (IRV)

Inspiratory Reserve Volume (IRV) is the additional amount of air that can be inhaled after a normal inhalation, providing a measure of lung capacity and respiratory health.

Minute Respiratory Volume

This measures the total amount of air a person can exhale or inhale in one minute.

Tidal Volume

The volume of air moved into or out of the lungs during a normal breath.