A patient diagnosed with anorexia nervosa has the nursing diagnosis imbalanced nutrition, less than body requirements, related to inadequate food intake.What is an appropriate long-term goal of the treatment plan for this patient?

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The long-term goal for a patient with anorexia nervosa is to restore healthy eating patterns and normalize weight. Gaining 1 to 3 lb weekly (choice A) may be part of the short-term goal, but not the long-term goal. Exhibiting fewer signs of malnutrition (choice B) may be a short-term goal, but the ultimate goal is to restore overall health. Identifying cognitive distortions about weight and shape (choice D) may be part of the treatment plan, but it is not the long-term goal.

A Patient Diagnosed with Anorexia Nervosa Has the Nursing Diagnosis