A patient is being assessed for possible anorexia nervosa. Which behaviors are supportive of such a diagnosis? Select all that apply
a. Eats only red apples and green grapes
b. Exercises 3 times a day every day
c. Has lost 25 pounds but wears only pre-loss clothing
d. Becomes extremely agitated whenever expected to eat
e. Reports fantasies about being able to eat without gaining weight
ANS: A, B, C, D
The characteristic of anorexia nervosa do not include fantasies about eating.
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