The nurse assessing a patient diagnosed with bulimia nervosa expects to see which characteristics?
1. Anxiety, low self-esteem, and impulsivity
2. Irritability, preoccupation with food, and rituals
3. Depression, devalued self-worth, and loss of libido
4. Social withdrawal, early menarche, and reduced concentration
Answer: 1
Explanation: Within the psychological domain, patients with bulimia nervosa may experience a pervasive devalued self-worth, impulsivity, dysregulated emotions, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, early menarche, and dieting. Patients with anorexia nervosa may experience depressed mood, irritability, social withdrawal, loss of libido, preoccupation with food, obsessional ruminations and rituals, and reduced alertness and concentration.
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