Clients with eating disorders frequently use methods to avoid eating or to prevent weight gain. Which documentation most accurately describes the behavior of a client with an eating disorder?
A) Client observed to move food around the plate, arranged in various patterns.
B) Client stares frequently into space and has to be prompted to participate in the mealtime conversation.
C) Client talks about her food likes and dislikes and reminisces about holiday foods.
D) Client states that she is depressed and does not feel like eating right now.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Moving food around the plate or arranging it in patterns is a common behavior of clients with eating disorders who are trying to avoid eating. Option B could indicate avoidance behavior or simply disengagement from the meal, while options C and D do not necessarily indicate avoidance or control behaviors.

Clients with Eating Disorders Frequently Use Methods to Avoid Eating