Chapter 14

The hypokalemia observed in people suffering from bulimia nervosa can be caused by

abuse of diuretics. self-induced vomiting.

People with muscle dysmorphia

are often body builders. exercise obsessively. are usually male.

Anorexia nervosa is characterized by

becoming emaciated. self-imposed starvation.

Females exhibiting the female athlete triad may intentionally restrict their calorie intake to

lose weight. improve athletic performance. maintain a lean physique.

People with a mother or sister with anorexia nervosa are ______ likely to develop an eating disorder themselves.

more

Which eating disorder has the highest mortality?

anorexia nervosa

Choose the best definition for emaciation.

very low body weight

Bulimia nervosa is charcterized by

binge eating. purging.

The onset of the first menstrual cycle for female adolescents is called

menarche

Night eating syndrome is characterized by

waking during the night to binge eat. sleep disturbances. the belief that one can only fall asleep after a large meal.

Which of the following are types of eating disorders?

Binge-eating disorder Bulimia nervosa Anorexia nervosa

Choose the statements that are true about bulimia nervosa (BN).

-A person with BN is difficult to identify by appearance. -A person with BN can be slightly underweight, normal weight, or overweight. -A person with BN often feels ashamed about their behavior and tries to hide it.

Show the progression from ordered to disordered eating.

-healthy eating behavior -concerns about body image and shape -clinically evident eating disorder recognized

The psychological disorder characterized by self-imposed starvation that results in malnutrition and severe weight loss is called

anorexia nervosa

Individuals who are involved in occupations that focus on thinness such as __________ have an increased risk of developing an eating disorder.

ballet dancing fashion modeling acting

The eating disorder that features recurrent episodes of overeating without purging is called

bindge eating disorder

The psychological condition characterized by binge eating followed by purging behaviors is called

bulimia nervosa

Choose signs and symptoms of bulimia nervosa.

chronic sore throat worn tooth enamel frequent heartburn

Choose the two classic characteristics of binge eating disorder.

consume a large amount of food over a brief period does not include purging behavior

Binge-eating disorder, Bulimia nervosa and Anorexia nervosa are all examples of

eating disorders

Psychological disturbances that can lead to abnormal food-related behaviors and subsequent dangerous physiological complications are called _________ ___________.

eating disorders

Low energy availability is associated with a(an)

estrogen deficiency.

True or false: An eating disorder is a term used to describe a short-term and mild change in a person's eating habits.

false

An intense fear of gaining weight compels people with anorexia nervosa to

fast frequently. exercise excessively. diet frequently.

Which factors can contribute to the development of an eating disorder?

genetic psychological social

Athletes that participate in a sport that emphasize small, lean bodies or requires "making weight" such as _______ are at increased risk of developing an eating disorder.

gymnastics wrestling

People with anorexia nervosa

have distorted body images. severely restrict their food intake.

To help in the treatment of patients with eating disorders, registered dietitians can

help patients in recovery to avoid relapse. provide medical nutrition therapy. answer questions about food and nutrition.

Female athletes have a _______ risk of disordered eating practices compared to males and females who do not participate in sports.

high

The rapid loss of electrolytes and fluids due to purging in bulimia nervosa can cause low blood levels of potassium, a condition known as

hypokalemia

In order to diagnose a patient with anorexia nervosa, health care providers look for changes in body _______ _______ (BMI) and body ___________ over time.

mass index composition

A professional that plays a critical role in the treatment of eating disorders is a ______.

medical doctor psychologist registered dietitian

A girl will not experience _____ until she has about 17% body fat.

menarche

Physiological consequences of low estrogen levels include

menstrual disturbances. reduced bone mass.

Binge-eating disorder may be ________ common than anorexia nervosa or bulimia nervosa.

more

A disordered eating pattern that is characterized by an unhealthy preoccupation with the body being too thin or not muscular enough is called

muscle dysmorphia

An eating disorder characterized by food binges occurring after the evening meal and/or when the person awakens from sleep during the night is called

night eating syndrome

Because people with binge-eating disorder do not purge, their risk for _______ increases.

obesity

Which of the following is associated with disordered eating?

skipping meals or following fad diets concerns about body image