Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 69%
Simulated
A nurse is assessing a 16-year-old client with suspected bulimia nervosa. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? Select all that apply.
Correct answer
A,B,D,E
Rationale
Bulimia is characterized by normal weight, tooth enamel erosion from vomiting, calluses on knuckles from purging, and often excessive exercise to control weight. Fasting is more typical of anorexia.