Question 1

Which of the following family characteristics is NOT associated with eating disorders?

Accepted Answer

Angry and expressive family interactions are not typically associated with eating disorders. Instead, eating disorders are more commonly linked to families that have issues with acceptance of abnormal eating behaviors, high levels of anxiety, and a strong need for order and inflexibility, which can contribute to the development and maintenance of these disorders.

Question 2

In which of the following sports are female athletes at significant risk for developing the female athlete triad?

Accepted Answer

Female athletes involved in sports that emphasize leanness or low body weight, such as gymnastics or ballet, are at a higher risk for developing the female athlete triad, which includes disordered eating, menstrual dysfunction, and decreased bone density. While basketball, field hockey, and soccer may also have required weight restrictions or have aesthetic components, they are not typically associated with a higher risk for the female athlete triad.

Question 3

Eating disorders are associated with

Accepted Answer

Eating disorders are often linked to perfectionism and an obsessive desire to control one's body and food intake. Individuals with eating disorders may have unrealistic expectations for themselves and set excessively high standards, leading to extreme behaviors such as restriction, bingeing, or purging. Extroversion, an inflated sense of self-esteem, and an easy-going personality are not typically associated with eating disorders.

Question 4

Hospitalization is MOST likely to be advised for people with an eating disorder who

Accepted Answer

Hospitalization is typically advised for people with an eating disorder who are severely underweight and at risk of immediate medical complications such as organ failure or cardiac arrest.

Question 5

Which of the following psychiatric disorders is a leading cause of death among women between the ages of 15 and 24?

Accepted Answer

Anorexia nervosa is a leading cause of death among women between the ages of 15 and 24. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, the mortality rate for anorexia nervosa is 10%, with suicide being a common cause of death. Binge-eating disorder, depression, and body dysmorphic disorder can also have serious consequences, but they are not specifically identified as leading causes of death in this age group.

Question 6

Which of the following is characteristic of anorexia nervosa?

Accepted Answer

Refusal to maintain body weight at a minimally normal level for age and height is one of the primary characteristics of anorexia nervosa.

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic associated with muscle dysmorphia?

Accepted Answer

Purging by using laxatives and/or vomiting at least daily is not a characteristic associated with muscle dysmorphia. The other three choices (A, B, and C) are all commonly associated with muscle dysmorphia.

Question 8

Which of the following BEST explains why adolescents are more vulnerable to the unrealistic media images of the "perfect body" than are adults?

Accepted Answer

Adolescents are still developing a sense of their identity, which makes them more vulnerable to the unrealistic media images of the "perfect body." During this developmental stage, adolescents are actively seeking to define themselves and fit in with their peers, making them more susceptible to the cultural messages about beauty and body image portrayed in the media. Additionally, because they are still developing their sense of self, they may not have the self-esteem, confidence, and critical thinking skills to counteract these messages.

Question 9

According to the Eating Issues and Body Image Continuum,which of the following characteristics suggests disordered eating ?

Accepted Answer

The fear of eating in front of others suggests a preoccupation with food and eating habits, which is a characteristic of disordered eating on the Eating Issues and Body Image Continuum. The other answer choices suggest a healthy relationship with food and one's body.

Question 10

Which of the following symptoms is characteristic of bulimia nervosa?

Accepted Answer

Bulimia nervosa is characterized by frequent episodes of binge eating followed by purging behaviors (such as self-induced vomiting, laxative use, or excessive exercise) to prevent weight gain.

Question 11

According to the Eating Issues and Body Image Continuum,which of the following characteristics suggests a distorted body image?

Accepted Answer

Spending significant time exercising and dieting to change one's body shape suggests a preoccupation with body shape and a distorted body image. It may indicate an unhealthy relationship with food and exercise, as well as a skewed perception of one's own body. Options A, B, and D do not necessarily suggest a distorted body image in and of themselves.

Question 12

Which of the following MOST accurately describes disordered eating?

Accepted Answer

Disordered eating is a general term used to describe a wide range of abnormal or atypical eating behaviors that people use to control their weight or manage their emotions. Disordered eating does not necessarily indicate a psychiatric condition that warrants a medical diagnosis.

Question 13

What is the range of expected weight gain for stable hospital patients with anorexia nervosa?

Accepted Answer

For stable hospital patients with anorexia nervosa, the recommended rate of weight gain is 2 to 3 pounds per week. This rate supports recovery while minimizing the risk of refeeding syndrome and other complications associated with rapid weight restoration.

Question 14

Which of the following conditions is NOT associated with the female athlete triad?

Accepted Answer

Diabetes mellitus is not associated with the female athlete triad. The triad includes disordered eating, menstrual dysfunction, and decreased bone mineral density/osteoporosis. Diabetes mellitus is a separate medical condition characterized by high blood sugar levels.

Question 15

Viewing body image and eating behavior as occurring along a continuum can help us understand

Accepted Answer

By viewing body image and eating behavior as occurring along a continuum, we can see how occasional unhealthful eating patterns can progress to disordered eating. This understanding can inform prevention and intervention strategies for disordered eating.

Question 16

Which of the following BEST explains why individuals with the female athlete triad have an increased risk for fractures?

Accepted Answer

The female athlete triad consists of three interrelated conditions: disordered eating, amenorrhea, and osteoporosis. Amenorrhea, or the absence of menstrual periods, is caused by hormonal imbalances, specifically decreased estrogen production. This decrease in estrogen levels can lead to loss of bone mass, making individuals with the female athlete triad more susceptible to fractures.

Question 17

Which of the following BEST describes why the body reduces nonvital functions in untreated anorexia nervosa?

Accepted Answer

In untreated anorexia nervosa, the body goes into a state of starvation and reduces nonvital functions in an effort to conserve energy. This can lead to a decrease in metabolic rate, decreased heart rate and blood pressure, and other physiological changes aimed at preserving energy for vital functions.

Question 18

Which of the following is NOT associated with binge-eating disorder?

Accepted Answer

Purging is typically associated with bulimia nervosa, not binge-eating disorder. Binge-eating disorder is associated with obesity, depression, and low self-esteem.

Question 19

David typically eats healthfully,but after breaking up with his girlfriend,he went home and ate an entire bag of corn chips and a carton of ice cream.Which of the following statements is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

David's behavior is an example of binge eating, as he consumed a large amount of food in a short period of time and felt a lack of control over his eating behavior. Bulimia nervosa involves recurrent episodes of binge eating followed by purging behaviors, such as self-induced vomiting or laxative use, and binge-eating disorder involves recurrent episodes of binge eating without compensatory behaviors. Purging behaviors are not present in David's behavior.

Question 20

The electrolyte imbalances that are often seen with eating disorders can result in

Accepted Answer

Electrolyte imbalances can lead to irregular heartbeats and even heart failure. This is because electrolytes such as sodium, potassium, and calcium are important for the proper functioning of the heart. When levels of these electrolytes are disrupted, it can cause the heart to beat irregularly or even stop altogether. Eating disorders such as anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa are associated with electrolyte imbalances due to the lack of proper nutrition and repeated purging behaviors. It is important to address these imbalances as they can have serious health consequences.

Quiz 26: Disorders Related to Body Image, Eating, and Exercise