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kellyjaisingh

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The difference between clients with anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa is which of the following?
 
  A) Anorexia has a psychological basis, whereas the cause of bulimia is biologic.
  B) Anorexic clients are proud of their control over eating, whereas bulimic clients are ashamed of their behavior.
  C) Bulimia can be life threatening, whereas anorexia is seldom so.
  D) There is no real difference between these two types of clients.

Question 2

A paranoid client presents with bizarre behaviors, neologisms, and thought insertion. Which nursing action should be prioritized to maintain this client's safety?
 
  A. Assess for medication noncompliance
  B. Note escalating behaviors and intervene immediately
  C. Interpret attempts at communication
  D. Assess triggers for bizarre, inappropriate behaviors



yotaSR5

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Answer to Question 1

B
Feedback: Clients with bulimia know their behavior is pathologic and are ashamed of it; clients with anorexia think they are fine and see no problem with their weight-control efforts. Anorexia nervosa is a life-threatening eating disorder. Studies of anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa have shown that these disorders tend to run in families.

Answer to Question 2

B
The nurse should note escalating behaviors and intervene immediately to maintain this client's safety. Early intervention may prevent an aggressive response and keep the client and others safe.



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