The Patient: A 25-year-old female hospitalized for anorexia. The Situation: The charge nurse denies the patient permission to pass dinner trays. The Question: What is the most important reason for the nurse to deny this anorexic patient permission to pass the dinner trays?
A. There is a chance for bacteria to be spread when passing the dinner tray.
B. Treatment protocol for anorexics mandates that they avoid preoccupation with food.
Answer: B. Treatment protocol for anorexics mandates that they avoid preoccupation with food.
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