A priority measure to teach a client who purges is:
1. That purging endangers one's health
2. That individuals who are overweight can be well-adjusted
3. To seek out a trusted person when feeling the need to purge
4. To use laxatives rather than vomiting as a way to eliminate food
ANS: 3
Resisting the urge to purge can be facilitated by reporting it to a trusted person and talking about the feelings that gave rise to the urge. Once feelings have been identified, the client can begin to identify and employ healthier alternative strategies. Option 1 is not the priority measure. Options 2 and 4 are not therapeutic.
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