Question 1

A disorder characterized by extreme weight loss, poor and distorted body image, and an extreme fear of obesity and weight gain is _______________

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anorexia nervosa anorexia

Question 2

A disorder characterized by frequent secretive bingeing, often followed by purging is _______________

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bulimia nervosa bulimia

Question 3

As metabolism slows, _______________ decreases, leading to fatigue, fainting, and an overwhelming need for sleep

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heart rate the heart rate pulse rate the pulse rate

Question 4

For one to be diagnosed as bulimic, he or she must average _______________ binges per week for at least three months

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The answer of For one to be diagnosed as bulimic,...

Question 5

Anorexics and bulimics often come from dysfunctional families. Individuals with ____________ tend to come from families that are overprotective and rigid

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The answer of Anorexics and bulimics often come from dysfunctional...

Question 6

_______________ factors appear to play a role in anorexia nervosa as can be seen from identical twin studies

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The answer of _______________ factors appear to play a role...

Question 7

Those with anorexia nervosa or bulimia need to seek _______________ help. Friends and family members should avoid trying to diagnose an eating disorder.

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The answer of Those with anorexia nervosa or bulimia need...

Question 8

Many signs and symptoms of anorexia nervosa, such as cold intolerance and decreased metabolic rate, are the result of ____________

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The answer of Many signs and symptoms of anorexia nervosa,...

Question 9

Anorexics and bulimics often come from dysfunctional families. Individuals with ____________ tend to come from disengaged, loosely organized families

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The answer of Anorexics and bulimics often come from dysfunctional...

Question 10

The slower basal metabolism that occurs as a consequence of anorexia nervosa is caused by decreased synthesis of _______________ hormone.

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The answer of The slower basal metabolism that occurs as...

Question 11

As anorexia nervosa progresses, _______________ appears, which is the development of downy hairs on the body.

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The answer of As anorexia nervosa progresses, _______________ appears, which...

Question 12

Anorexia nervosa and bulimia overlap in some ways. In fact studies suggest that approximately _______________ percent of women diagnosed as having anorexia nervosa eventually develop bulimic symptoms

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The answer of Anorexia nervosa and bulimia overlap in some...

Question 13

The first goal of nutritional therapy for the anorexic person is to increase _______________ intake

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The answer of The first goal of nutritional therapy for...

Question 14

A(n) ____________ often consists of high-carbohydrate, convenience foods and may be triggered by stress, boredom, loneliness, or depression.

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The answer of A(n) ____________ often consists of high-carbohydrate, convenience...

Question 15

One leading cause of death in anorexics is a disturbance in heart rhythm resulting from low blood _______________ because of poor nutrient intake and vomiting

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The answer of One leading cause of death in anorexics...

Question 16

Some common methods of ____________ include vomiting, laxatives, diuretics, and excessive exercise.

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The answer of Some common methods of ____________ include vomiting,...

Question 17

The hormonal changes associated with cessation of menstruation increase the risk of ____________ among women with eating disorders

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The answer of The hormonal changes associated with cessation of...

Question 18

_______________ is a condition characterized by disordered eating, lack of menstrual periods, and osteoporosis

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The answer of _______________ is a condition characterized by disordered...

Question 19

One of the biggest barriers to the treatment of anorexia is _______________ of the problem by the anorexic person and the family. With this lack of insight it is hard to get them into treatment.

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The answer of One of the biggest barriers to the...

Question 20

The most important predictor of an eating disorder is _______________.

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The answer of The most important predictor of an eating...

Quiz 11: Eating Disorders: Anorexia Nervosa, and Bulimia Nervosa