During Assessment, a Client Mentions to a Nurse That He

question 17

Multiple Choice

During assessment, a client mentions to a nurse that he is following a special diet for weight loss. The diet encourages him to restrict his diet to only items that were available to hunters and gatherers, including grass-fed meats and seasonal fruits. The client is:

• A)Avoiding gluten.
• B)Eating a Paleo diet.
• C)Using the Atkins diet.
• D)Binge-eating and purging.

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Definitions:

Depression

A common and serious medical illness that negatively affects how you feel, the way you think and how you act, leading to feelings of sadness and/or a loss of interest in activities once enjoyed.

Depressive Disorder

A category of mood disorders characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and a lack of interest or pleasure in daily activities.

Psychological Pain

A form of suffering that arises from non-physical sources, often related to emotional distress, mental health disorders, or existential concerns.

General "Depression"

A common mental health disorder characterized by persistent sadness, loss of interest in activities, and an inability to carry out daily tasks.