The goal of reducing or eliminating binge eating and purging behavior has been established for a patient with bulimia nervosa. What interventions should the nurse expect to be prescribed to help the patient achieve this goal?

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Nutritional counseling helps address unhealthy eating patterns, cognitive-behavioral therapy targets the underlying psychological issues and thought patterns, and antidepressants can help manage any concurrent depression or anxiety, which are common in bulimia nervosa.

The Goal of Reducing or Eliminating Binge Eating and Purging