Eating Flashcards
What is the main characteristic of anorexia nervosa?
- A) Recurrent episodes of binge eating
- B) Restriction of energy intake leading to significantly low body weight
- C) Purging behaviors without binging
- D) Excessive exercise without food restriction
Answer: B) Restriction of energy intake leading to significantly low body weight
Which of the following is a symptom of bulimia nervosa?
- A) Purging behaviors like vomiting or using laxatives
- B) Avoidance of meals with others
- C) Strictly avoiding certain types of food
- D) Severely restricted food intake without purging
Answer: A) Purging behaviors like vomiting or using laxatives
Which eating disorder involves binge eating without subsequent purging?
- A) Anorexia nervosa
- B) Bulimia nervosa
- C) Binge Eating Disorder
- D) Orthorexia
Answer: C) Binge Eating Disorder
What is a common psychological factor in individuals with anorexia nervosa?
- A) Intense fear of gaining weight despite being underweight
- B) Feelings of guilt after eating
- C) Engaging in social activities involving food
- D) Satisfaction with body image
Answer: A) Intense fear of gaining weight despite being underweight
Which of the following is a typical feature of bulimia nervosa but not anorexia nervosa?
- A) Recurrent binge eating episodes followed by purging
- B) Intense fear of gaining weight
- C) Severe restriction of food intake
- D) Amenorrhea
Answer: A) Recurrent binge eating episodes followed by purging
Binge eating episodes are commonly associated with which of the following feelings?
- A) Relief and contentment
- B) Disgust, guilt, and shame
- C) Euphoria and happiness
- D) Anger and frustration
Answer: B) Disgust, guilt, and shame
What medical complication is most commonly associated with bulimia nervosa?
- A) Osteoporosis
- B) Dental erosion and enlarged salivary glands
- C) Lanugo
- D) Hypotension
Answer: B) Dental erosion and enlarged salivary glands
hich of the following eating disorders is most likely to involve the use of laxatives or diuretics as compensatory behaviors?
- A) Anorexia nervosa
- B) Binge Eating Disorder
- C) Bulimia nervosa
- D) Orthorexia nervosa
Answer: C) Bulimia nervosa
Which of the following is NOT a common characteristic of binge eating disorder (BED)?
- A) Eating alone due to embarrassment
- B) Feeling uncomfortably full
- C) Frequent use of laxatives
- D) Lack of control over eating
Answer: C) Frequent use of laxatives
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Question: What is one primary difference between anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa?
- A) Anorexia involves significant weight loss, whereas bulimia may not
- B) Bulimia involves restriction without purging, while anorexia involves binging
- C) Anorexia involves episodes of binge eating and purging, while bulimia does not
- D) Both disorders involve maintaining a normal weight
Answer: A) Anorexia involves significant weight loss, whereas bulimia may not
Which eating disorder is associated with the highest mortality rate among mental health disorders?
- A) Bulimia nervosa
- B) Binge Eating Disorder
- C) Anorexia nervosa
- D) Orthorexia nervosa
Answer: C) Anorexia nervosa
What is the hallmark feature of binge eating disorder?
- A) Binge eating episodes followed by purging
- B) Large amounts of food consumed in a discrete period without compensatory behaviors
- C) Restricting food intake to lose weight
- D) Constant obsession with calorie counting
Answer: B) Large amounts of food consumed in a discrete period without compensatory behaviors
What is one possible medical complication of anorexia nervosa?
- A) Hyperkalemia
- B) Osteopenia or osteoporosis
- C) Hypertension
- D) Pancreatitis
Answer: B) Osteopenia or osteoporosis
What is orthorexia nervosa characterized by?
- A) Compulsive fixation on healthy eating to the point of psychological and physiological harm
- B) Obsession with caloric restriction and purging
- C) Recurrent binge eating followed by compensatory behavior
- D) Frequent fasting and excessive exercise without concern for food types
Answer: A) Compulsive fixation on healthy eating to the point of psychological and physiological harm
What is a distinguishing feature of bulimia nervosa when compared to binge eating disorder?
- A) Episodes of binge eating occur, but no compensatory behaviors are present
- B) Recurrent episodes of binge eating followed by purging or other compensatory behaviors
- C) Significant weight loss without purging
- D) Obsession with healthy eating habits
Answer: B) Recurrent episodes of binge eating followed by purging or other compensatory behaviors
What is the primary characteristic of Anorexia Nervosa?
Choices:
A) Binge eating
B) Excessive exercise
C) Low body weight
D) Bulimic episodes
Answer: C) Low body weight
What distinguishes Bulimia Nervosa from Binge Eating Disorder?
Choices:
A) Purging behaviors in Bulimia
B) Excessive exercise in Binge Eating
C) No purging in Bulimia
D) Purging behaviors in Binge Eating
Answer: A) Purging behaviors in Bulimia
What is a hallmark feature of Binge Eating Disorder?
Choices:
A) Restrictive eating
B) Purging
C) Excessive exercise
D) Eating large amounts without purging
Answer: D) Eating large amounts without purging
Which of the following is a common physical complication associated with Bulimia Nervosa?
*Choices:**
A) Osteopenia
B) Erosion of dental enamel
C) Lanugo
D) Hypokalemia
Answer: B) Erosion of dental enamel
Q: Which therapy is commonly used to treat Anorexia Nervosa?
Choices:
A) Pharmacotherapy
B) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
C) Group Therapy
D) Exposure Therapy
Answer: B) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Q: What medical complication is commonly associated with Anorexia Nervosa?
Choices:
A) Hypertension
B) Osteopenia
C) Cardiovascular issues
D) Seizures
Answer:
B) Osteopenia
C) Cardiovascular issues
Which medication is FDA-approved for the treatment of moderate to severe Binge Eating Disorder?
Choices:
A) Fluoxetine
B) Lisdexamfetamine
C) Olanzapine
D) Topiramate
Answer: B) Lisdexamfetamine
Q: What is the main psychological symptom associated with Anorexia Nervosa?
Choices:
A) Depression
B) Fear of weight gain
C) Anxiety
D) Guilt after eating
Answer: B) Fear of weight gain
Q: What subtype of Anorexia Nervosa involves episodes of binge eating or purging?
Choices:
A) Restrictive type
B) Binge-eating/purging type
C) Emotional eating type
D) Secretive type
Answer: B) Binge-eating/purging type
Q: What is a common sociocultural factor contributing to the development of eating disorders?
*Choices:**
A) Genetics
B) Sociocultural influence
C) Family communication issues
D) High serotonin levels
Answer: B) Sociocultural influence
Q: Which disorder is characterized by excessive concern about body shape and weight, leading to binge eating followed by compensatory behaviors?
Choices:
A) Anorexia Nervosa
B) Binge Eating Disorder
C) Bulimia Nervosa
D) Orthorexia Nervosa
Answer: C) Bulimia Nervosa
Q: What is the recommended treatment for Binge Eating Disorder involving psychological interventions?
Choices:
A) Pharmacotherapy
B) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
C) Psychodynamic Therapy
D) Group Therapy
Answer:
A) Pharmacotherapy
B) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Q: Which disorder involves an obsession with healthy eating to the point of causing harm?
Choices:
A) Binge Eating Disorder
B) Orthorexia Nervosa
C) Anorexia Nervosa
D) Bulimia Nervosa
Answer: B) Orthorexia Nervosa
Q: What physiological factor is commonly seen in patients with Anorexia Nervosa?
Choices:
A) Hyperthermia
B) Lanugo
C) Hypertension
D) Arrhythmias
Answer:
D) Arrhythmias
B) Lanugo
What psychological symptom is commonly associated with Bulimia Nervosa after binge episodes?
Choices:
A) Happiness
B) Guilt and shame
C) Relief
D) Satisfaction
Answer: B) Guilt and shame
What electrolyte imbalance is commonly associated with Bulimia Nervosa due to purging behaviors?
Choices:
A) Hyperkalemia
B) Hypokalemia
C) Hypercalcemia
D) Hypernatremia
Answer: B) Hypokalemia
Q: Which of the following electrolyte imbalances can occur in Bulimia Nervosa due to frequent vomiting?
Choices:
A) Hypochloremia
B) Hypermagnesemia
C) Hyperkalemia
D) Hypernatremia
Answer: A) Hypochloremia
Q: Which psychological symptom is often present in patients with Anorexia Nervosa?
Choices:
A) Obsessive-compulsive tendencies
B) Hyperactivity
C) Mania
D) Delusions
Answer: A) Obsessive-compulsive tendencies
Q: What are the typical psychological comorbidities associated with Bulimia Nervosa?
Choices:
A) Bipolar disorder and schizophrenia
B) Depression and anxiety
C) PTSD and hallucinations
D) ADHD and conduct disorder
Answer: B) Depression and anxiety
Q: Which of the following medical complications is associated with Binge Eating Disorder due to excessive food intake?
Choices:
A) Hypertension and hyperlipidemia
B) Hypotension and osteoporosis
C) Hypokalemia and hypercalcemia
D) Lanugo and bradycardia
Answer: A) Hypertension and hyperlipidemia
Q: What is a potential cardiovascular complication of Anorexia Nervosa due to severe malnutrition?
Choices:
A) Tachycardia
B) Bradycardia
C) Hypertension
D) Hyperlipidemia
Answer: B) Bradycardia
Q: What is one potential complication of refeeding syndrome in Anorexia Nervosa patients?
Choices:
A) Increased appetite
B) Cardiovascular and neurologic complications
C) Weight loss
D) Dental erosion
Answer: B) Cardiovascular and neurologic complications
Q: What is a common physical complication of Bulimia Nervosa due to vomiting?
Choices:
A) Weight gain
B) Lanugo
C) Osteoporosis
D) Dental erosion
Answer: D) Dental erosion
Q: What nursing intervention is crucial for patients with Anorexia Nervosa?
Choices:
A) Restricting all food intake
B) Confronting the patient about their weight
C) Building trust and helping with controlled eating
D) Isolating the patient
Answer: C) Building trust and helping with controlled eating
Q: What is a typical nursing intervention for patients with Bulimia Nervosa?
Choices:
A) Isolating the patient
B) Restricting food intake
C) Supporting behavioral interventions
D) Administering only medication
Answer: C) Supporting behavioral interventions
Q: Which psychological therapy is considered first-line treatment for all eating disorders, including Anorexia, Bulimia, and Binge Eating Disorder?
Choices:
A) Psychoanalysis
B) Exposure Therapy
C) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
D) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Answer: C) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Q: What type of therapy is particularly effective for adolescents with Anorexia Nervosa?
Choices:
A) Group Therapy
B) Art Therapy
C) Family Therapy
D) Hypnotherapy
Answer: C) Family Therapy
Which of the following is a typical feature of anorexia nervosa but not bulimia nervosa?
* A) Severe restriction of food intake
* B) Recurrent binge eating episodes followed by purging
* C) Intense fear of gaining weight
* D) Amenorrhea
- D) Amenorrhea
- A) Severe restriction of food intake
- C) Intense fear of gaining weight (Both)
* D) Amenorrhea
Q: Which medication is FDA-approved for Binge Eating Disorder (BED) and helps reduce the frequency of binge episodes?
Choices:
A) Fluoxetine
B) Lisdexamfetamine
C) Olanzapine
D) Sertraline
Answer: B) Lisdexamfetamine
Q: Which medication may be used to promote weight gain in patients with severe Anorexia Nervosa?
Choices:
A) Fluoxetine
B) Olanzapine
C) Sertraline
D) Lisdexamfetamine
Answer: B) Olanzapine
Q: Which medication is commonly used to treat Bulimia Nervosa and helps reduce the frequency of binge-purge episodes?
*Choices:**
A) Fluoxetine
B) Risperidone
C) Diazepam
D) Lisdexamfetamine
Answer: A) Fluoxetine
