A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a newly licensed nurse about eating disorders. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching?

A. "Eating disorders are primarily caused by a lack of information about nutrition." is incorrect. eating disorders are complex mental health conditions influenced by a combination of biological, psychological, and sociocultural factors, not simply a lack of nutritional knowledge. B. "There are many different types of eating disorders." is correct. Eating disorders encompass a variety of conditions, including anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge-eating disorder, and other specified feeding or eating disorders (OSFED). Recognizing the diversity of disorders is essential for assessment, treatment planning, and individualized care. C. "Eating disorders only affect females." is incorrect. While females are more frequently diagnosed, males can also develop eating disorders, and awareness of this is important to avoid underdiagnosis in male clients. D. "Eating disorders have a low mortality rate compared to other mental illnesses." is incorrect. Eating disorders, particularly anorexia nervosa, have a high mortality rate, one of the highest among psychiatric disorders, due to complications from malnutrition, medical comorbidities, and increased risk of suicide.