A nurse assesses a 25-year-old man with a suspected eating ...

[Shelles]

A nurse assesses a 25-year-old man with a suspected eating disorder. Which comment is most likely from this patient when the nurse asks about the patient's sexuality?
 
  a. Sometimes I feel attracted to other men.
  b. I'm here because my girlfriend is worried about how much I exercise.
  c. I am sexually active, but I sometimes have trouble maintaining an erection.
  d. I've been involved in a satisfying relationship with my girlfriend for 3 years.

Question 2

A patient diagnosed with an eating disorder refuses to be weighed and says, I just drank a big glass of water. Select the nurse's best response.
 
  a. Call me after you have emptied your bladder.
  b. This is weight day. Please step on the scale.
  c. I will weigh you tomorrow.
  d. You know the rules.

[leahm14]

Answer to Question 1

A
Some research indicates that men with eating disorders have a higher incidence of concerns about sexual or gender identity. Homosexuality may also play a role. None of the remaining options reflect this concern.

Answer to Question 2

B
This response is matter-of-fact and reinforces the established limits. The distracters allow the patient to manipulate the nurse, are overly controlling, or use bargaining.

[Shelles]

Thank you

[leahm14]

Happy to help you