A nurse working in a community health center is counseling an adolescent regarding a suspected eating disorder. The adolescent is of normal weight but admits to periods of overeating, especially when experiencing stress
Based on this data, for which potential health problem should the nurse counsel the adolescent?
A) Obesity
B) An emaciated body
C) Hunger pangs
D) Anorexia
Answer: A
Individuals may eat to relieve depression or anxiety, which can lead to obesity. Overeating will not lead to emaciation, hunger pangs, or anorexia.
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True False