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1. Which of the following is a common characteristic of
anorexia nervosa?
a) Binge eating followed by purging
b) Distorted body image and fear of gaining weight
c) Loss of appetite and malnutrition
d) Fluctuations in weight and mood
Answer: b) Distorted body image and fear of gaining
weight
Rationale: Anorexia nervosa is characterized by a distorted
body image, an intense fear of gaining weight, and a refusal
to maintain a normal body weight. Binge eating followed
by purging is more typical of bulimia nervosa, while loss of
appetite and malnutrition can have many causes.
Fluctuations in weight and mood are not specific to any
eating disorder.
2. A nurse is caring for a patient with bulimia nervosa who
admits to using laxatives and diuretics to lose weight. What
is the most appropriate nursing intervention for this
patient?
a) Monitor the patient's fluid and electrolyte balance
b) Educate the patient about the dangers of laxative and
diuretic abuse
c) Encourage the patient to express their feelings and
concerns
d) All of the above
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