A Client New to the Clinic Reports Having Peptic Ulcer

question 9

Multiple Choice

A client new to the clinic reports having peptic ulcer disease and a weight loss of 14 pounds in 2 months.The symptom of weight loss would be most consistent with:

• A)a duodenal ulcer.
• B)a gastric ulcer.
• C)frequent exercise.
• D)anorexia nervosa.

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