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SAVANNAHHOOPER23

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Which of the following are generally NOT associated with bulimia nervosa?
 
  A.
  Starvation
  B.
  Depression
  C.
  Erosion of teeth
  D.
  Sore throat

Question 2

How should you respond to the above patient?
 
  A.
  Encourage her to finish her exercise session.
  B.
  Interrupt her and have her weighed immediately.
  C.
  Tell her she is not allowed to exercise.
  D.
  Interrupt her and encourage her to take a walk with you.



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SamMuagrove

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
Starvation is associated with anorexia nervosa. In bulimia nervosa, the patient is eating large amounts and then purging.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
Excessive exercise is not healthy in this patient. By encouraging her to walk with you, you are distracting her from this compulsion to exercise.





 

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