Reference no: EM132867616

Question 1: Explain the diagnosis by matching the symptoms identified in the case to the specific criteria for the diagnosis:

Gina matches criteria for Anorexia Nervosa based on the following qualifying symptoms:

A- Not Present, as in scenario Gina's doctor stated she was in weight range for Gina's age.

B- Intense fear of gaining weight or of becoming fat.

C- Influence of body weight or shape on self-evaluation

Bing-eating/purging type- within the last 3 months has engaged in self-induced vomiting.

In Partial Remission- Disturbances in self-perception of weight.

Question 2: Recommend a specific evidence-based measurement instrument to validate the diagnosis and assess outcomes of treatment.

Client self-report Patient Health Questionnaire that covers depression, anxiety, alcohol, somatoform and eating disorder. This assessment is high sensitivity and specificity and is a valid and reliable in assessing the severity of depressive symptoms. It requires the client to be able to read and understand the questions which Cornell displays capabilities of doing so. This scale can also quantitatively assess responses to treatment and can catch any reductions of symptoms.