Choice A rationale

While it’s true that bulimia nervosa can have serious health consequences, telling the patient that they “should stop because they need to” may come across as dismissive of the patient’s struggle. It’s important to remember that bulimia nervosa is a complex mental health disorder that often requires professional treatment.

Choice B rationale

Asking the patient why they engage in their behavior might seem like a logical question, but it could potentially make the patient feel defensive or blamed for their condition. It’s important to approach the conversation with empathy and understanding.

Choice C rationale

While it’s important to validate the patient’s feelings and experiences, saying “I’m proud of you for recognizing that this behavior is not normal” might not be the most therapeutic response. This statement could potentially reinforce the idea that their behavior is “abnormal,” which could lead to feelings of shame or guilt.

Choice D rationale

Expressing empathy and understanding, as in “It seems like you are feeling helpless about this behavior,” can be a therapeutic response. This statement acknowledges the patient’s feelings and opens up the conversation for further exploration of their experiences and potential coping strategies.

Choice A rationale

Placing clean linen that touched the floor in the soiled linen bag is a correct practice. This is because the floor is considered dirty, and any linen that comes into contact with it should be considered contaminated.

Choice B rationale

Shaking soiled linen to remove any toilet paper remnants is not a correct practice. Shaking soiled linen can disperse pathogens into the air, increasing the risk of disease transmission.

Choice C rationale

Placing the soiled linen on the floor before bagging it is not a correct practice. Soiled linen should be handled as little as possible and placed directly into a designated, leak-proof container.

Choice D rationale

Holding the soiled linen against her body while carrying it to the linen bag is not a correct practice. Soiled linen should be handled carefully to avoid contact with the body, as this can lead to contamination of the worker’s clothing and potentially spread infection.