The nurse is explaining the etiology of bulimia nervosa to the mother of a preteen newly diagnosed with the disorder. What would the nurse tell the mother the behaviors center on?
A) A dissatisfaction with body size and shape
B) An outward preoccupation with dieting
C) Limiting food intake with little or no alteration in weight or appearance
D) The shame and guilt of the behaviors
Question 2
When learning about bulimia nervosa, what would the student nurse learn is the second primary symptom of this disease?
A) Daily use of laxatives or diuretics
B) Vomiting until an electrolyte imbalance is induced
C) Shame and guilt over binging
D) Repeated use of inappropriate and risky methods of preventing weight gain