The school nurse attended a seminar about anorexia nervosa and bulimia. She was surprised to learn that athletes are often victims of anorexia nervosa

Which of the following interventions would be helpful in identifying those at risk and aiding in treatment? a. All nurses working with teens should be taught the symptoms of this disease
b. The prognosis for these patients is excellent
c. Informing and warning teens will be ineffective
d. Participation in self-help groups has been found ineffective with these patients


A
Nurses that routinely work with teens should be aware of the signs and symptoms. Recognition is the biggest obstacle to treatment. The prognosis is uncertain. Informing and warning teens about the dangers of this disease is important. Self-help groups are beneficial.

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