Which disorder is often difficult to detect and consequently often goes untreated?

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Which disorder is often difficult to detect and consequently often goes untreated?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: Bulimia. Bulimia is often difficult to detect as individuals may engage in secretive binge eating and purging behaviors. Unlike anorexia nervosa where visible weight loss may be noticeable, individuals with bulimia may maintain a normal weight, making it harder to identify. Bulimia also tends to be associated with feelings of shame and guilt, leading individuals to hide their behaviors. Pica (A) involves eating non-food items and can be more easily observed. Obesity (C) is often noticeable due to visible weight gain. Anorexia nervosa (D) is also easier to detect as individuals may exhibit extreme weight loss and visible physical symptoms.

Question 2 of 5

A nurse would evaluate that a family education plan for preventing childhood eating problems has met the stated objectives if which outcome is evident?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B because it demonstrates that parents are actively engaged and interested in learning about healthier eating patterns for their children, aligning with the objective of preventing childhood eating problems. This outcome indicates a willingness to make positive changes in the family's approach to nutrition. A: While providing structured meal times and snacks is important, this choice does not necessarily reflect an understanding of healthier eating patterns or prevention of eating problems. C: Using food as a reward can actually contribute to unhealthy eating habits and does not align with the goal of preventing childhood eating problems. D: Keeping a diary to record signs of hunger is useful, but it does not directly address the objective of learning about healthier eating patterns.

Question 3 of 5

When are the recommended ages for developmental screening to be done according to AAP guidelines?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 4 of 5

In Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID), which of the following is a characteristic clinical feature?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 5 of 5

People with disabilities (PWD):

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

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