The nurse is working with a client with anorexia nervosa. Even though the client has been eating all her meals and snacks, her weight has remained unchanged for 1 week. Which of the following interventions is indicated?
a. Supervise the client closely for 2 hours after meals and snacks.
b. Increase the daily caloric intake from 1500 to 2000 calories.
c. Increase the client's fluid intake.
d. Request an order from the physician for fluoxetine.
Ans: a. Supervise the client closely for 2 hours after meals and snacks.
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