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Learning Objectives

After reading this chapter, the

student should be able to

1.Compare and contrast the
symptoms of anorexia ner-
vosa and bulimia nervosa.

2.Discuss various etiologic
theories of eating disorders.

3.Identify effective treatment
for clients with eating
disorders.

4.Apply the nursing process
to the care of clients with
eating disorders.

5.Provide teaching to clients,
families, and community
members to increase knowl-
edge and understanding of
eating disorders.

6.Evaluate his or her feel-
ings, beliefs, and attitudes
about clients with eating
disorders.

Key Terms

alexithymia

anorexia nervosa

binge eating

body image

body image disturbance

bulimia nervosa

enmeshment

purging

satiety

self-monitoring

Eating

Disorders

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