A nurse is preparing a presentation for a local middle school health class about eating disorders as a means for prevention and early detection
Which of the following would the nurse incorporate into the presentation as being common to both anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa? Select all that apply.
A) Body dissatisfaction
B) Feelings of control
C) Obsessiveness
D) Boundary problems
E) Sexuality fears
F) Cognitive distortions
Ans: A, C, F
Characteristics common to both anorexia and bulimia nervosa include body dissatisfaction, powerlessness (lack of control), obsessiveness, and cognitive distortions. Boundary problems are associated with bulimia nervosa. Sexuality fears are associated with anorexia nervosa.
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