The Nurse Is Caring for an Adolescent with Anorexia Nervosa

question 38

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for an adolescent with anorexia nervosa.What pituitary dysfunction should the nurse assess for in the adolescent?

• A) Hypopituitarism
• B) Pituitary hyperfunction
• C) Hyperplasia of the pituitary cells
• D) Overproduction of the anterior pituitary hormones

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Definitions:

Self-Fulfilling Prophecy

A phenomenon where a belief or expectation, whether accurate or not, influences behaviors in a way that causes the belief to become a reality.

Adult Supervision

The guidance and oversight provided by adults to children or adolescents, ensuring their safety and facilitating appropriate behavior.

Mass Media

Forms of communication, such as television, newspapers, and the Internet, that reach large audiences and play a significant role in shaping public opinion.

Peer Group Influence

The impact that a group of individuals of similar age, background, or social status can have on an individual's behavior, attitudes, and values.