The nurse is assessing a male client who is suspected of having an eating disorder. What additional information should the nurse include in her assessment of this client?
1. Use of anabolic steroids
2. Relationship with family
3. Ethnic origin
4. History of illegal substance use
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Rationale: It is common to see males with eating disorders use anabolic steroids to improve muscle tone and build strength. Ethnic origin, family relationships, and illegal substance use are not as commonly assessed.
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