11.2 Eating Disorders and Nursing Process

Question 1

Reasons for Hospitalizations

Answer 1

Malnutrition (20% below expected weight)
Dehydration
Severe electrolyte imbalances
Cardiac arrhythmias due to electrolyte imbalance
Hypothermia
Hypotension
Suicide Ideation

Question 2

Anorexia and Binge Eating

Answer 2

Anorexia
- Promote feeling of control
- Help client realize perfection is unrealistic

Binge Eating Disorders
- Help identify positive attributes
- Refer client to support or therapy group

Question 3

Treatment

Answer 3

• Behavior modification programs
• Goal of program is to not “Control” them. Clients must perceive they are in control of their own treatment

Question 4

Maudsley Approach

Answer 4

• For teens with anorexia nervosa

Involves
- Educating families about the disorder
- Assess families impact on maintaining the disorder
- Assist in methods to promote adaptive functioning by client.