Bulimia Nervosa Questionnaire

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1) Bulimia nervosa is a syndrome characterized by repeated bouts of overeating and an excessive preoccupation with the control of body weight?

True
False

2) An episode of binge eating is characterized by
eating, in a discrete period of time
a sense of lack of control over eating during the episode
Drug use
The first two options

3) The binge eating and inappropriate compensatory behaviors both occur, on average
once a day for life.
twice in a life time.
at least twice a week for 3 months.
None of the above.

4) Breast reduction treatment is used on people who______.
Became bulimic because they had over-sized breasts.
Had back complications due to a deteriorating body and big breasts.
Wanted the reduction.
None of the above.

5) What causes bulimia?
At this time, no definite cause of anorexia nervosa has been determined
Dissatisfaction of the person's body.
Underlying biological factors
The first two options.

6) Usually people suffering from bulimia have __________.
Family pressure.
Poor self-esteem.
Fear of becoming too skinny
None of the above.

7) Bulimia nervosa is characterized by what?
Repeated bouts of overeating and an excessive preoccupation with the control of body weight.
A personal goal to become the best that they can.
A drive to succeed.
All of the above.

8) Support groups are an effective method to treat bulimia?
In cases where the person has a mild case with no health complication.
In all cases.
If the person can afford the treatment.
All of the above.

9) When do people with bulimia need hospitalization?

Never.
As soon as possible.
binge-purging cycles have led to anorexia.

10) Medical complications?

i) Erosion of tooth enamel because of repeated exposure to acidic gastric contents.
ii) Dental cavities, sensitivity to hot or cold food.
iii) Ruptures of the stomach and esophagus.
iv) A greater risk for suicidal behavior

i, ii, iii.
ii only.
iv only.
i, ii, iii, iv

11) What are symptoms of bulimia?

i) Using the bathroom frequently after meals.
ii) Swollen glands in neck and face
iii) Irregular periods.
iv) emotional imbalance.

i only.
i and ii only.
i, ii, iii only.
i, ii, iii, iv

12) Antidepresents are good because depression is often a big side effect of bulimia.
True
False

13) What biological factors effect eating disorders?
Temperment
Family
All of the above


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