A 33-year-old patient states, "I eat anything I want and just have a laxative for dessert!" The nurse realizes that this patient is exhibiting which of the following?

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The patient is exhibiting behavior consistent with bulimia, which is characterized by recurrent episodes of binge eating followed by compensatory behaviors such as vomiting, laxative use, or excessive exercise. This behavior is not an effective way to ensure a normal weight and is indicative of a distorted body image.

A 33-Year-Old Patient States, "I Eat Anything I Want and Just