CDN Eating Disorder Treatment 2

Question 1

Which medical complication is most associated with chronic laxative abuse in bulimia nervosa?

Accepted Answer

Hypokalemia

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Hyperkalemia

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Hypernatremia

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Hypercalcemia

Question 2

A patient with ARFID avoids foods based on sensory characteristics. Which treatment approach is most evidence-based?

Accepted Answer

Cognitive behavioral therapy with exposure and response prevention

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Motivational interviewing alone

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Dialectical behavior therapy

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Psychodynamic therapy

Question 3

During refeeding of a severely malnourished anorexia patient, which electrolyte requires closest monitoring during the first 72 hours?

Accepted Answer

Phosphorus

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Sodium

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Calcium

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Magnesium

Question 4

In treating binge eating disorder (BED), which pharmacological agent is FDA-approved and works by reducing binge frequency?

Accepted Answer

Lisdexamfetamine

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Olanzapine

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Topiramate

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Sertraline

Question 5

A dietitian is using the 'Health at Every Size' (HAES) framework for a patient with an eating disorder. This approach prioritizes:

Accepted Answer

Intuitive eating and well-being over weight outcomes

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Achieving a BMI within the normal range

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Strict caloric counting to normalize intake

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Rapid weight restoration as the primary goal

Question 6

Which behavioral therapy component specifically targets the cycle of restricting → binging → purging in bulimia nervosa?

Accepted Answer

Regular eating and elimination of dietary restriction

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Mindfulness-based stress reduction

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Schema therapy

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Interpersonal psychotherapy

Question 7

A teenager with anorexia nervosa is being treated using Family-Based Treatment (FBT). In Phase 1, who controls the patient's food intake?

Accepted Answer

The parents

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The patient with therapist guidance

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The dietitian via a meal plan

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A multidisciplinary team jointly