A Patient Is Sitting Slightly Forward Bracing His Arms on His

question 2

Multiple Choice

A patient is sitting slightly forward bracing his arms on his knees in a tripod position. This position is associated with which symptom?

• A) Abdominal pain
• B) Spinal deformity
• C) Back pain
• D) Breathing difficulty

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Definitions:

Binge-Purge Syndrome

An eating disorder characterized by episodes of excessive eating followed by forced vomiting or other methods to avoid gaining weight.

Bulimia Nervosa

An eating disorder marked by cycles of overeating followed by purging, to prevent weight gain.

Vomiting

The forcible voluntary or involuntary emptying ("throwing up") of stomach contents through the mouth.

Laxatives

Substances taken to stimulate bowel movements and alleviate constipation.