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Eating Disorders

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Dieting, in combination with: social influences, biological, developmental, and family dynamics often result in what?   Eating disorders  
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What are the key behavioral characteristics of anorexia?   *Self starvation *Distorted body image *Shame, sadness, need to punish self for feelings of pleasure *Perfectionist, compulsive *Outwardly pleasant and compliant  
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What are the key behavioral characteristics of bulimia?   *Bathroom after eating *Eats normally *Normal appearance/behavior *Perfectionist, self-critical *Aware of abnormal behavior *Suicidal thoughts  
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What are the key objective characteristics of anorexia?   *Emaciated *Cachexia *Fatigue *Alopecia *Developes lanugo *Low pulse, temp, B/P *Pedal edema *Arrhythmias  
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What are the key objective characteristics of bulimia?   *Weight normal -> slightly overweight *Appearance and behavior appear normal *Parotid gland enlargement *Caries *Chronic hoarseness *Skin changes  
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Use of ipecac by bulimia PTs can lead to what S/Sx?   Heart palpitations and chest pain  
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Abuse of laxatives by bulimia PTs can lead to what S/Sx?   Abdominal pain and diarrhea  
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What is the mortality rate for those who suffer anorexia?   5% - 18%  
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Why is it important to limit meal times for PTs with eating disorders?   Because lengthy meals might increase anxiety and result in acting out behaviors  
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In order for a PTs eating habits to be qualified as bulimia binge eating and inappropriate compensatory behaviors must occur how often?   on average twice a week for 3 months  
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