A common finding in markedly obese patients and pregnant women is:
A) kyphosis.
B) lordosis.
C) paraphimosis.
D) scoliosis.

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Bowing of the back, or lordosis, is more commonly found in pregnant women or obese patients because of an altered center of gravity. Kyphosis is more commonly seen in older adults. Paraphimosis is a penile condition. Scoliosis is more commonly seen in teenagers.

A Common Finding in Markedly Obese Patients and Pregnant Women