Sally is a 19-year old college freshman who is bulimic. She admits to vomiting 5 times per week. Sally is at increased risk for:

a. rectal bleeding; electrolyte imbalances
b. damage to esophagus and throat; electrolyte imbalances
c. lanugo; damage to the esophagus
d. none of these


Answer: b. damage to esophagus and throat; electrolyte imbalances

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