A client referred to the eating disorders clinic has been diagnosed as having anorexia nervosa
History reveals she virtually stopped eating 5 months ago and has lost 25% of her body weight.
When the nurse questions her about her present weight and what she thinks about her appearance,
the response that would be most consistent with the medical diagnosis is
a. "I'm fat and ugly.".
b. "What I think about myself is my business.".
c. "I'm grossly underweight, but thin is interesting.".
d. "I'm a few pounds overweight, but I can live with it.".
A
Untreated clients with anorexia nervosa do not recognize their thinness. They perceive themselves to
be overweight and unattractive. Option B: The client with anorexia will usually tell people
perceptions of self. Option C: The client with anorexia does not recognize his or her thinness. Option
D: The client with anorexia does not recognize the thinness and will persist in trying to lose more
weight.
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