A nurse is counseling an adolescent who has anorexia nervosa and reports excessive laxative use and a fear of gaining weight. The client states, “I’m so fat I can’t even stand to look at myself.” Which of the following therapeutic responses demonstrates the nurse’s use of summarizing?”You’ve discussed several concerns about your weight. Let’s go back and talk about your belief that you are fat.””You’re saying that you think you are fat and are using laxatives because you are afraid of gaining weight.””You don’t want to look at yourself because you think you are fat.””You and I can work together to overcome your fears of gaining weight.”
[Answered]: A nurse is counseling an adolescent who has anorexia…
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