The First Priority in Treating Anorexia Nervosa Is

question 4

Multiple Choice

The first priority in treating anorexia nervosa is:

• A) changing eating patterns.
• B) helping the patient develop a more realistic body image.
• C) restoring body weight.
• D) boosting self-esteem.

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Definitions:

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A 19th-century French chemist and microbiologist known for his discoveries of the principles of vaccination, microbial fermentation, and pasteurization.

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