Asked by Gabriel Padilla on May 16, 2024
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Which statement is a nurse most likely to hear from a patient diagnosed with anorexia nervosa?
A) "I would be happy if I could lose 20 more pounds."
B) "My parents don't pay much attention to me."
C) "I'm thin for my height."
D) "I have nice eyes."
Anorexia Nervosa
A psychological eating disorder characterized by an extreme fear of gaining weight and a distorted body image, leading to excessive dieting and starvation.
- Analyze and examine the mental aspects linked to eating disorders, including perceptions of body image and strategies for dealing with stress.
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JaLisa WilliamsMay 17, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Patients with eating disorders have distorted body images and cognitive distortions. They see themselves as overweight even when their weight is subnormal. "I'm thin for my height" is therefore unlikely to be heard from a patient with anorexia nervosa. Poor self-image precludes making positive statements about self, such as "I have nice eyes." Many patients with eating disorders see supportive others as intrusive and out of tune with their needs.
Learning Objectives
- Analyze and examine the mental aspects linked to eating disorders, including perceptions of body image and strategies for dealing with stress.
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