Anorexia Nervosa Flashcards
1
Q
Anorexics are usually ____ under the age of ___
A
Females, 25
2
Q
The dx of anorexia nervosa is made with there is a weight loss of ___% or more of body weight
A
15% (Weigh <85% of normal body weight)
Hospitalize if 30% weight loss
3
Q
A major mental/emo nursing dx in anorexia nervosa is ___
A
Altered body image
4
Q
The pulse rate of anorexics tachy or brady
A
Bradycardic
5
Q
List the most common gyno sxs of anorexia nervosa
A
Amenorrhea (no period)
6
Q
What is found over the body of the client with anorexia nervosa
A
Languo
7
Q
What is the top priority of care of the client with anorexia nervosa
A
Intake of enough food to keep them alive
have them gain weight
8
Q
THe beast goal to evaluate the progress of the client with anorexia nervosa is ____
A
Weight gain
