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luvbio

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on: Jul 19, 2018
A nurse would assess for which behavior to substantiate a diagnosis of bulimia nervosa?
 
  a. Abuse of diuretics and laxatives
  b. Introverted personality traits
  c. Disinterest in sexual activity
  d. Denial of hunger at all times

Question 2

A client has just moved to a new city and visits a nurse practitioner (NP) because of gastrointestinal distress. When the NP takes the client's history, the NP suspects some type of somatoform disorder.
 
  What is the next step necessary to confirm a diagnosis in this category?
  A) Conduct a mental status examination.
  B) Conduct a thorough physical examination.
  C) Review the client's old medical records.
  D) Refer the client to a psychiatrist.


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Mochi

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Reply #1 on: Jul 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

A
Individuals with bulimia nervosa without bingeing or purging tend to abuse laxatives and/or diuretics and tend to be extroverted and sexually active and experience hunger.

Answer to Question 2

B


luvbio

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Reply 2 on: Jul 19, 2018
Gracias!

nguyenhoanhat

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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