Psych Physical Presentations Flashcards
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Anorexia nervosa physical presentation
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Muscle wasting Hair loss Lanugo hair (baby hair) Cold, blue peripheries Dry skin Hypercarotenaemia Bradycardia, hypotension Bruising
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Bulimia nervosa physical presentation
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Calluses on knuckles (Russel’s sign)
Parotid hypertrophy
Dental caries
U&Es
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Bulimia nervosa medical complications
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Oesophageal reflux Oesophageal tears/rupture Hypokalaemia Subconjunctival haemorrhage Dehydration Seizures due to electrolyte abnormalities
4
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Heroin withdrawal symptoms
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Typically occur within 6-8 hours Dysphoria and cravings Agitation Tachycardia and hypertension Piloerection (hairs standing on end) Diarrhoea, nausea and vomiting Dilated pupils Joint pains Yawning Runny nose (rhinorrhea) and watery eyes (Lacrimation)
