Exam 3 Module 7: NUR 2459 /
NUR2459 (Latest Update 2025 / 2026) Mental and Behavioral Health Nursing | Questions and Answers | 100% Correct | Grade A - Rasmussen
Question:
What are common triggers for binge eating in bulimia nervosa?
Answer:
-Emotional distress.
-Negative body image.
-Restrictive dieting.
-Stressful life events.
Triggered by restrictive dieting or stressful life events
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Question:
What are the key differences between obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and obsessive-compulsive personality disorder (OCPD)?
Answer:
OCD: Involves intrusive thoughts and compulsions causing distress.
OCPD: Focuses on perfectionism and a need for control without awareness of
distress
Question:
What is refeeding syndrome, and how is it managed?
Answer:
Definition: Electrolyte shifts during re-nutrition in malnourished clients.
Key Labs to Monitor: Phosphorus, potassium, magnesium.
Management: Gradual nutrition(start at low caloric intake), electrolyte
monitoring, fluid replacement.
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Question:
What is the importance of cardiac monitoring in anorexia nervosa?
Answer:
Clients are at risk of bradycardia, hypotension, and cardiac arrest due to malnutrition
Question:
How does psychopharmacology help in managing anorexia and bulimia?
Answer:
SSRIs (e.g., Fluoxetine) can reduce anxiety and depressive symptoms.
May decrease the frequency of binge-purge cycles in bulimia
Question:
What is the main nursing goal for clients with avoidant personality disorder?
Answer:
Build trust through consistent interactions.
Encourage gradual exposure to social situations.
Promote self-confidence and positive reinforcement
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