ATI LPN
Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing 8th Edition
Chapter 20 Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following would be most supportive for family and friends of a client with an eating disorder?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Emotional support fosters recovery without reinforcing disordered behaviors, unlike focusing on food, providing unhealthy foods, or weight-based reinforcement.
Question 2 of 5
A 16-year-old female with anorexia nervosa is admitted to the unit. Which is the most appropriate short-term outcome?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Admitting fear of weight gain is an initial step toward insight, suitable as a short-term goal, unlike self-worth or diet adherence, which are long-term.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following interventions would be appropriate for a client with anorexia nervosa?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Observing for 90 minutes post-meal prevents purging, supporting nutritional goals, unlike unrestricted eating or forcing meal completion.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse understands that before a client with an eating disorder can accept their body image, he or she must first learn effective coping skills. Which statement best describes the relationship between body image and coping skills?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Healthy coping skills reduce emotional distress, facilitating acceptance of a realistic body image, unlike dependence on upbringing or neurotransmitter limitations.
Question 5 of 5
Which factors may contribute to the frequency of eating disorders in adolescents?
Correct Answer: A,B,D,E,F
Rationale: Media, body dissatisfaction, image disturbance, and adolescent drives for autonomy and identity contribute to eating disorders; adolescents are not stress-free.