A nurse is caring for a client who is suspected of having anorexia nervosa. Which symptoms should the nurse expect the client to exhibit? Select all that apply.
A) Amenorrhea
B) Constipation
C) Eats quickly
D) Excessive hair loss
E) Decreased resting energy expenditure
A) Amenorrhea
B) Constipation
D) Excessive hair loss
E) Decreased resting energy expenditure
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