Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 81%
Simulated
A nurse is caring for a client with an eating disorder. The nurse is aware which findings are commonly associated with clients who have anorexia? (Select All that Apply.)
Correct answer
B,C,E
Rationale
The correct answers are B, C, and E. Anorexia is characterized by decreased heart rate and blood pressure due to malnutrition, fear of weight gain leading to restrictive eating, and excessive weight loss due to severe calorie restriction. Increased metabolic rate (A) is not typically associated with anorexia as the body conserves energy in response to starvation. Excessive thirst and frequent urination (D) are more commonly seen in conditions like diabetes, not anorexia.