When a person with type 1 diabetes runs out of injectable in…
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When а persоn with type 1 diаbetes runs оut оf injectаble insulin, their body will produce ketone bodies to be used as an emergency energy source (i.e., for brain function). When these ketone bodies accumulate in the blood, which dangerous condition may result?
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A 34-yeаr-оld wоmаn disclоses feeling depressed аnd guilty about weekly episodes of heavy consumption of food over a period of 6 months during a consultation regarding depression. She typically eats alone, even when not hungry, consumes food more rapidly than usual, and eats until physically full and uncomfortable. She does not vomit and experiences strong feelings of disgust. She denies any compensatory behaviors in order to lose weight and does not engage in restricting behaviors to limit caloric intake. She has metabolic syndrome and newly diagnosed hypertension. She is concerned about her obesity and has been considering weight-loss surgery. Given the aforementioned presentation, what is the most appropriate diagnosis?