Question

A 17-year-old girl presents to the clinic for a sports physical. Physical examination findings reveal bradycardia, multiple erosions of tooth enamel, and scars on her knuckles. She appears healthy otherwise. You should ask her if she:

Answer 1

A 17-year-old girl presents to the clinic for a sports physical. Physical examination findings reveal bradycardia, multiple erosions of tooth enamel, and scars on her knuckles. She appears healthy otherwise. You should ask her if she:binges and vomits

Explanation:

In young girls, usually bradycardia, multiple erosion of tooth enamel, and scars on her knuckles are characteristics  of chronic, self-induced vomiting which is a sign  of bulimia.

Amenorrhea occurs due to an  increase in the  physical activity or anorexia. Constipation and cold intolerance are some common  symptoms of anorexia nervosa.

A 17-year-old girl presents to the clinic for a sports physical. Physical examination findings reveal bradycardia, multiple erosions of tooth enamel, and scars on her knuckles. She appears healthy otherwise. You should ask her if she:binges and vomits