A Patient Is Being Assessed for Possible Anorexia Nervosa

question 14

Multiple Choice

A patient is being assessed for possible anorexia nervosa.Which behaviors are supportive of such a diagnosis? Select all that apply.

• A) Eats only red apples and green grapes
• B) Exercises 3 times a day every day
• C) Has lost 25 pounds but wears only pre-loss clothing
• D) Becomes extremely agitated whenever expected to eat
• E) Reports fantasies about being able to eat without gaining weight

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