1. Which of the following is a common characteristic of

anorexia nervosa?

a) Binge eating followed by purging

b) Distorted body image and fear of gaining weight

c) Loss of appetite and malnutrition

d) Fluctuations in weight and mood

Answer: b) Distorted body image and fear of gaining

weight

Rationale: Anorexia nervosa is characterized by a distorted

body image, an intense fear of gaining weight, and a refusal

to maintain a normal body weight. Binge eating followed

by purging is more typical of bulimia nervosa, while loss of

appetite and malnutrition can have many causes.

Fluctuations in weight and mood are not specific to any

eating disorder.

2. A nurse is caring for a patient with bulimia nervosa who

admits to using laxatives and diuretics to lose weight. What

is the most appropriate nursing intervention for this

patient?

a) Monitor the patient's fluid and electrolyte balance

b) Educate the patient about the dangers of laxative and

diuretic abuse

c) Encourage the patient to express their feelings and

concerns

d) All of the above