Which condition is most likely to cause fecal incontinence in a normally continent individual?
a. diarrhea c. sphincter weakness
b. ignoring the urge to defecate d. eating large meals quickly
A
In the presence of diarrhea, significant fecal incontinence may occur. Ignoring the urge to defecate can lead to constipation. Typically, patients are able to compensate for sphincter weakness. Eating a large meal quickly is not a known cause for fecal incontinence.
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