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    Ati nurs 541 mental health proctored exam(behavioral health)

    A nurse is planning care for a client who has anorexia nervosa. The nurse should make which of the following client goals the priority?

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. Making positive statements about body image is important for psychological recovery but is secondary to restoring physical health. B. Achieving a healthy weight is the priority goal, as physical stabilization is essential to prevent life-threatening complications of malnutrition. C. Feeling in control of behavior is a therapeutic goal, but it is not the immediate priority compared to addressing life-threatening weight loss. D. Identifying family dynamics is important for long-term support and autonomy but is secondary to immediate physical health needs.

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