ATI RN
ATI N200 Mental Health Exam 2 Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client with suspected eating disorder. Which finding supports a diagnosis of bulimia nervosa?
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Rationale: The correct answer is A: Eroded tooth enamel. This finding supports a diagnosis of bulimia nervosa due to frequent vomiting associated with purging behaviors. Stomach acid from vomiting can erode tooth enamel, leading to dental issues. Extreme thinness (
B) is more indicative of anorexia nervosa. Absence of binge episodes (
C) would not align with bulimia nervosa criteria. Lanugo on the face (
D) is a sign of malnutrition, commonly seen in anorexia nervosa.
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