The mother of a teenager is concerned that the child may be anorexic. Which report of the teenager's behavior is support of such a diagnosis?
a. Insists she likes "really baggy clothes"
b. Will eat only lean protein, fruits, and vegetables
c. Has had one menstrual period in the last 2 years
d. Although she has grown 3 inches, she has gained no weight
e. Regularly claims that she will "eat later" but seldom does
ANS: A, C, D, E
A willingness to eat lean meats, fruits, and vegetables would not be characteristic of a patient exhibiting anorexia. The remaining options could be seen in such a patient.
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