An Adolescent Client with Anorexia Nervosa Asks Why Eating Small

An adolescent client with anorexia nervosa asks why eating small amounts of food is a problem. Which response should the nurse make to this client?

A) "Eating enough food is more important than the quality of the food."
B) "Adolescent females must consume at least 3,000 kcal/day to prevent weight loss."
C) "Food contains chemical energy needed to power our bodies and maintain body temperature."
D) "There is no set amount of food we should consume daily, it depends on the individual's appetite."

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