Eating disorder Flashcards
1
Q
Hx features of eating disorder
A
body dysmorphia Intense fear of gaining weight Food avoidance Purgative behaviour Rapid weight loss
2
Q
Medical complications resulting from eating disorder
A
CVS : arrhythmia , postural hypotension , syncope
metabolic ; hypokalemia , hypoglycemia
amenorrhea
bone : osteoporosis
3
Q
Principles of risk assessment need to be considered when treating eating disorder patient
A
1-medical needs for admission vs safe for community mx
2-adequate community support
3-safe to self and others
4-previous failure of outpatient therapy
5- ability to engage with outpatient treatment
