Medical complications seen in patients with eating disorders…
Medical complications seen in patients with eating disorders can be life threatening. The risk of medical complications increases with the length of time patients are living with these diseases. Which of the following potential medical complication is NOT seen in patients with eating disorders?
Read DetailsA 45-year-old female patient complains of nausea, vomiting,…
A 45-year-old female patient complains of nausea, vomiting, fatigue, and weakness. She admits to a history of heroin abuse for 11 years. She quit using the drug after rehabilitation last year and denies current use of the drug. Habits include use of alcohol (four to five drinks daily) and tobacco use of 60-pack years. On physical examination, she is afebrile, has a blood pressure of 148/98, pulse 78 beat/min, and respirations 16 breaths/min. The patient has periorbital edema. Lungs are clear to auscultation. Abdomen is nontender and distended with mild hepatomegaly. No neurological deficits. Laboratory testing reveals Hgb 10, BUN 60, potassium 6.1, and serum creatinine 2.9 mg/dL. These findings are characteristic of:
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