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Question 1 of 5

Which goal has priority for a patient with anorexia nervosa undergoing nutritional stabilization?

A. Schedules meals appropriately

B. Eats 100% of each meal served

C. Selects food items from a menu

D. Prepares food under supervision

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Eats 100% of each meal served

Question 2 of 5

Which of the following is a common physical sign in patients with bulimia nervosa?

A. Hypotension and bradycardia.

B. Dental erosion and swollen parotid glands.

C. Rapid weight gain and increased appetite.

D. Severe muscle wasting and low body temperature.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Dental erosion and swollen parotid glands.

Question 3 of 5

The nurse wants to enroll a patient with poor social skills in a training program for patients diagnosed with schizophrenia. Which description accurately describes social skills training?

A. Patients learn to improve their attention and concentration

B. Group leaders provide support without challenging patients to change

C. Complex interpersonal skills are taught by breaking them into simpler behaviors

D. Patients learn social skills by practicing them in a supported employment setting

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Complex interpersonal skills are taught by breaking them into simpler behaviors

Question 4 of 5

A person who is preoccupied with fears of having a serious disease suffers from

A. a conversion reaction

B. hypochondriasis

C. a traumatic disorder

D. an obsession

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: hypochondriasis

Question 5 of 5

Which characteristic fits the usual profile of an individual diagnosed with pedophilic disorder?

A. Homosexual

B. Ritualistic behaviors

C. Seeks access to children

D. Self-confident professional

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Seeks access to children

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