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A 16-year-old client reports a weight loss of 20% of her previous weight. She has a history of food binges followed by self-induced vomiting (purging). The nurse should suspect a diagnosis of:
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Bulimia is characterized by binge eating followed by purging, such as self-induced vomiting, leading to significant weight loss.