Differential Diagnosis
From NP Certification Q&A · 9:20
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A 35-year-old w presents complaining of a 15+ year history of recurrent cramping abdominal pain that is often relieved with defecation that occurs intermittently. Symptom onset is often accompanied by bloating and a change in stool frequency and form, particularly when “I eat certain foods.” She denies bloody or tarry stools, nausea, vomiting or fever. The NP notes the patient’s weight is stable, and there is no evidence of anemia. The most likely diagnosis is?A. Irritable bowel syndromeB. Paralytic ileusC. Peptic ulcer diseaseD. Ulcerative colitis---YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9rTwmoMMBvg&list=PLf0PFEPBXfq592b5zCthlxSNIEM-H-EtD&index=2Visit fhea.com to learn more!
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