Author Question: Which statement made by a client with an eating disorder reflects understanding of the condition ... (Read 64 times)

anjilletteb · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

Which statement made by a client with an eating disorder reflects understanding of the condition
rather than a cognitive distortion?

a. Gaining 1 pound is as much of a disaster as gaining 100 pounds..
b. I was happy when I was a size 4, so I must diet to that size..
c. Bingeing is the only way I can soothe myself..
d. I've been coping with disappointment by overeating..

Question 2

Of the following clients on a medical-surgical unit, which one should be observed most closely by
staff for symptoms of depression?

a. L, age 36 years, married, diagnosis of laparoscopic cholecystectomy
b. M, age 42 years, single, diagnosis of postoperative bilateral vein ligation
c. T, age 24 years, married, diagnosis of infectious hepatitis
d. C, age 38 years, divorced, diagnosis of testicular carcinoma

Natalie4ever · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

D
This statement reflects understanding of the condition. Cognitive distortions often used by clients
with eating disorders include catastrophizing (option A), overgeneralization (option B),
all-or-none thinking (option C), personalization, and emotional reasoning.

Answer to Question 2

D
This client has an illness with a high component of associated loss and is likely to be at greatest risk
for depression and suicidal ideation.