The nurse is presenting a program about bulimia nervosa to a group of student nurses. After the program, the participants correctly identify which method(s) of treatment? (select all that apply.)
a. Appetite suppressants
b. Antidepressant medications
c. Psychotherapy
d. Behavior modification
e. Increased exercise
B, C, D
Bulimia nervosa is a psychological disorder. The bulimic patient consumes large quantities of food and then induces vomiting to get rid of it so that weight is not gained. Laxatives may be taken to purge the system after an eating binge. Treatment of bulimia includes psychotherapy, antidepressant medication, and behavior modification. Appetite suppressants and exercise are not part of treatment for bulimia nervosa.
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