Which of the following are signs and symptoms of chronic pancreatitis?
a. diabetes
b. weight loss
c. periods of remission and exacerbation
d. anorexia
e. hypoglycemia
A, B, C, D
Signs and symptoms of chronic pancreatitis are less severe than acute, but longer term. The client with chronic pancreatitis has periods of remissions and exacerbations over a period of years. Weight loss and anorexia may occur; diabetes mellitus is a late sign.
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