A potential Olympic figure skater collapses during practice and is hospitalized for severe malnutrition. Anorexia nervosa is diagnosed. Which client statement best reflects insight related to this disorder?
1. "Skaters need to be thin to improve their daily performance."
2. "All the skaters on the team are following an approved 1200-calorie diet."
3. "The exercise of skating reduces my appetite but improves my energy level."
4. "I am angry at my mother. I can only get her approval when I win competitions."
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Rationale: The client reflects insight when referring to feelings toward family dynamics that may have influenced the development of the disease. Families who are overprotective and perfectionistic can contribute to the development of anorexia nervosa.
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