The Central Feature of Bulimia Nervosa Is

question 26

Multiple Choice

The central feature of bulimia nervosa is:

• A) excessive dieting and weight loss.
• B) fanatic exercising preceded by binge eating.
• C) purging either by vomiting or by using laxatives.
• D) binge eating followed by a compensatory behavior.

Recognize the nursing diagnoses applicable to patients with eating disorders.

Implement appropriate nursing interventions for patients with eating disorders.

Understand the therapeutic communication techniques applicable to the treatment of eating disorders.

Identify triggers and behaviors associated with eating disorders.

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