Which goal has priority for a patient with anorexia nervosa undergoing nutritional stabilization?
a. Schedules meals appropriately
b. Eats 100% of each meal served
c. Selects food items from a menu
d. Prepares food under supervision
B
The first goal is that the patient is able to eat meals that are served. Only then may the patient assume some control over scheduling of meals and food selection. Finally, the patient can shop for food and prepare it under supervision.
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