The mental health nurse knows that an effective intervention for a client with an eating disorder is what?
A) Weigh the client daily, before breakfast, using the same scale.
B) Discuss the initiation of a behavior modification program that the client does not want.
C) Restrict time for meals to 15 minutes to reduce focus on food and eating.
D) Use a firm and supportive approach to all behaviors.
A
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