Question

which action would the nurse take when an adolescent diagnosed with anorexia nervosa starts to discuss food and eating?
listen to the clients list of favorite foods and secure these foods for the client.
tell the client gently but firmly to direct the discussion of food to the nutritionist.
use the clients current interest in food to encourage an increase in food intake.
let the client talk about food as long as the client wants and limit discussion about eating.

Explanation:

When an adolescent with anorexia nervosa discusses food, the nurse should listen to their favorite foods. This helps build trust and rapport. Securing these foods can encourage a more positive attitude towards eating. Directing to a nutritionist (second option) may seem dismissive. Encouraging increased intake (third option) might be too pushy and counter - productive as anorexia involves complex psychological issues around food. Limiting discussion about eating (fourth option) ignores the potential therapeutic value of the conversation about food.

Answer:

Listen to the client’s list of favorite foods and secure these foods for the client.