Fiona Has Been Diagnosed with Bulimia Nervosa

question 177

Multiple Choice

Fiona has been diagnosed with bulimia nervosa. Based on the physical symptoms listed in your text, you should expect that Fiona will show evidence of ​

• A)amenorrhea and low blood pressure.
• B)dental problems and cardiac arrhythmias.
• C)cardiac arrhythmias and osteoporosis.
• D)dental problems and elevated blood pressure.

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Definitions:

Sapwood

The outer, younger part of a tree's trunk or branch that is active in transporting water and minerals from the roots to the leaves.

Secondary Xylem

Plant tissue that transports water and nutrients upwards from the roots; it also provides structural support and is a major component of wood.

Water Potential

Free energy of water; the water potential of pure water is zero and that of solutions is a negative value. Differences in water potential are used to predict the direction of water movement (always from a region of less negative water potential to a region of more negative water potential).

Functional Secondary Xylem

The mature, functional part of xylem that contributes to water and mineral conduction in plants, as well as structural support.