Your Patient Is Reported to Be Cachexic

question 33

Multiple Choice

Your patient is reported to be cachexic. Which of the following physical findings would support this statement?

• A) The patient's belly is swollen.
• B) The patient has facial edema.
• C) The patient's ribs protrude.
• D) The patient's hair falls out easily.

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