Question 1

Downy hair that grows on the body to counteract the heat loss associated with a lack of insulating subcutaneous fat is/are called

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A)   hypothyroidism.
B)   amenorrhea.
C)   lanugo.
D)   endorphins.E) A) and B)
F) A) and D)

Question 2

All of the following are useful approaches to the recovery of the anorexic person EXCEPT

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A)   separation from the family.
B)   using antidepressant medications.
C)   joining a self-help group.
D)   cognitive behavioral therapy.E) B) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 3

The most long-term success in anorexia nervosa treatment has been with

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A)   hospitalization and feeding via a tube.
B)   a multidisciplinary team of health care providers.
C)   scare tactics.
D)   outpatient treatment.E) None of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 4

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

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A)   hyperglycemia
B)   hypertension
C)   anemia
D)   osteoporosisE) None of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 5

Coping with stress by not eating is a characteristic of

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A)   anorexia nervosa.
B)   bulimia nervosa.
C)   binge-eating disorder.
D)   night eating syndrome.E) B) and C)
F) C) and D) A

Question 6

Which of the following accurately describes the relationship between anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa?

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A)   Individuals diagnosed with anorexia nervosa may exhibit behaviors of bulimia nervosa.
B)   Anorexia nervosa is essentially a very severe case of bulimia nervosa.
C)   Anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa are two distinct conditions that do not overlap.
D)   People with anorexia nervosa fear becoming fat, whereas people with bulimia nervosa are not concerned with body weight.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT one of the three components of the female athlete triad?

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A)   lack of menstrual periods.
B)   clinical depression.
C)   disordered eating behaviors.
D)   low bone mineral density.E) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 8

What is the name of the condition characterized by disordered eating, lack of menstrual periods, and osteoporosis?

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A)   Female anorexia
B)   Female bulimia
C)   Female athlete triad
D)   Binge-eating disorderE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 9

Which of the following is NOT typical of individuals who develop eating disorders?

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A)   From middle- and upper-class families
B)   Highly competitive
C)   Inappropriate coping strategies
D)   Have high self-esteemE) None of the above
F) A) and C)

Question 10

Anorexia nervosa is characterized by

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A)   hyperactivity.
B)   compulsive eating.
C)   purging, including laxatives and diuretics.
D)   psychological denial of appetite.E) None of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 11

Joni uses ipecac syrup to promote vomiting after her binges. All of the following are negative effects of vomiting EXCEPT

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A)   tooth decay.
B)   swelling of salivary glands.
C)   stomach ulcers.
D)   high blood potassium levels, which disturb heart rhythm.E) None of the above
F) All of the above

Question 12

A disorder in which frequent bingeing is followed by compensatory behaviors to rid the body of excess kilocalories is called

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A)   hypoglycemia.
B)   bulimia nervosa.
C)   anorexia nervosa.
D)   compulsive overeating.E) B) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 13

Understanding the abnormality of their behavior is more common among people with

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A)   anorexia nervosa.
B)   bulimia nervosa.C) A) and B)
D) undefined

Question 14

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

Accepted Answer

A)   female athlete triad.
B)   bulimia nervosa.
C)   binge-eating disorder.
D)   anorexia nervosa.E) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 15

A food typically chosen for a bulimic binge is

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A)   chicken.
B)   milk.
C)   donuts.
D)   pizza.E) A) and B)
F) A) and D)

Question 16

Which characteristic is more indicative of bulimia than anorexia nervosa?

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A)   Rigid, disciplined dieting
B)   Feeling a sense of power because of strict discipline and self-denial
C)   Fluctuating weight
D)   Lack of menstruationE) All of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 17

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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A)   bulimia nervosa.
B)   binge-eating disorder.
C)   anorexia nervosa.
D)   night eating syndrome.E) B) and C)
F) A) and C) C

Question 18

All of the following are goals for an anorexic person EXCEPT

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A)   gain 2 to 3 pounds per week.
B)   restore BMI to 20 or more.
C)   learn to respond to internal hunger and satiety cues.
D)   keep activity at a high level.E) None of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 19

Successful treatment for bulimia nervosa usually lasts at least

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A)   4 weeks.
B)   8 weeks.
C)   16 weeks.
D)   32 weeks.E) B) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 20

If you suspect a friend has an eating disorder, you should

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A)   ignore the behavior.
B)   encourage your friend to seek professional help.
C)   direct your friend to pro-Ana or pro-Mia websites.
D)   provide your friend with a calorie-controlled diet plan.E) A) and C)
F) A) and D) B

Exam 11: Eating Disorders

Downy hair that grows on the body to counteract the heat loss associated with a lack of insulating subcutaneous fat is/are called

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All of the following are useful approaches to the recovery of the anorexic person EXCEPT

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The most long-term success in anorexia nervosa treatment has been with

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

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Coping with stress by not eating is a characteristic of

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Which of the following accurately describes the relationship between anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa?

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Which of the following is NOT one of the three components of the female athlete triad?

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What is the name of the condition characterized by disordered eating, lack of menstrual periods, and osteoporosis?

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Which of the following is NOT typical of individuals who develop eating disorders?

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Anorexia nervosa is characterized by

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Joni uses ipecac syrup to promote vomiting after her binges. All of the following are negative effects of vomiting EXCEPT

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A disorder in which frequent bingeing is followed by compensatory behaviors to rid the body of excess kilocalories is called

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Understanding the abnormality of their behavior is more common among people with

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

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A food typically chosen for a bulimic binge is

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Which characteristic is more indicative of bulimia than anorexia nervosa?

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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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All of the following are goals for an anorexic person EXCEPT

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Successful treatment for bulimia nervosa usually lasts at least

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