__________ is characterized as eating in the absence of hunger or regardless of feeling full

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


Compulsive overeating

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The segment of the population who has a BMI lower than 24 has been found to be at increased risk for poor nutritional status and its resultant problems. What else is a low BMI associated with in the community-dwelling elderly?

A) High risk of diabetes B) Increased incidence of falls C) Higher mortality rate D) Low risk of chronic disease

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Which of these conditions is the leading cause of school absenteeism and the most common admitting diagnosis in children's hospitals?

a. asthma c. leukemia b. influenza d. otitis media

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An adolescent claims to have been physically abused by a parent. The adolescent's other parent angrily tells the nurse, "It's ridiculous for our child to accuse my spouse, who is a prominent doctor respected by the community."

The nurse responds: a. "Do you believe that abuse does not exist in well-respected, professional families?" b. "I know that it is difficult to believe what your child is saying about your spouse, but abuse has occurred.". c. "I know your spouse and I have never seen him be unkind or abusive to patients, but that is no proof of innocence.". d. "Your spouse seems to have a very stressful, demanding practice. That can be a risk factor for losing one's temper when angry.".

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Which of the following actions should a nurse take to help decrease violence against women? (Select all that apply.)

a. Conduct public health campaigns about violence. b. Educate colleagues about the effects of violence against women. c. Establish appropriate outcome measures. d. Fight to publicize victim health records so others know the damage abusers cause. e. Help create appropriate protocol and documentation guidelines with local agencies. f. Support accreditation requirements for appropriate violence care.

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