When assessing for anorexia nervosa, the nurse would anticipate finding which of the following characteristics? Select all that apply
A) Over weight
B) Good academics
C) Underachiever
D) Teenage girl
E) Wears tight-fitting clothes
F) Social eater
B, D
Feedback:
Anorexia nervosa is characterized by an obsession for thinness that is achieved through self-starvation. It occurs more often in girls between the ages of 12 to 18 years and continues into adulthood. They are often high achievers and perfectionistic. Many conceal their starvation by eating alone, disposing of food, and dressing in oversized, bulky clothing.
You might also like to view...
A 63-year-old patient on the medical floor has a diagnosis of adrenal hyperfunction (Cushing's syndrome). She will probably have to adhere to a diet that contains
a. less sodium. b. more calories. c. less potassium. d. more carbohydrates.
Which of the following nutritional interventions should a nurse suggest to a client with alcohol dependency who is experiencing acute pancreatitis?
A) Parenteral nutrition C) Protein intake B) Low-fat diet D) Sodium and fluid restrictions
A woman has been told she has cervical polyps. Which statement by the client indicates a good understanding of the teaching the nurse provided?
a. "I hope my polyp doesn't turn cancerous like colon polyps can." b. "These can be removed easily in the doc-tor's office with little pain." c. "I will need to have more frequent screening for cervical cancer." d. "I will need to finish all my medication before having sex again."
Which arthropod bite can contain cytotoxic and hemolytic toxins that may destroy tissue?
a. Tick b. Brown recluse spider c. Wasp d. Stinging caterpillar