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The nurse is talking with the parent of an adolescent client with suspected bulimia nervosa. Which of the following statements by the client's parent would be consistent with bulimia nervosa?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Laxative abuse is a common purging behavior in bulimia nervosa. Cutting food and pushing it around is more typical of anorexia. Significant weight loss is less common in bulimia, as weight often fluctuates. Reduced exercise isn't characteristic.