mental health

Question 1

Anorexia Nervosa

Answer 1

All are low
HR, BP, temperature
cognition
digestion (constipation)
thyroid function (hypothyroidism)
electrolyte (hypokalemia)
body weight
Lanugo (fine hair covering the body to conserve body
heat)
Dehydration
Amenorrhea

Question 2

Psychological and behavioral

Answer 2

Distorted body image (perceives self as fat
despiteweight)
Denies that caloric restriction and weight are
problematic
Obsession with weight loss and being thin
Depression and social isolation
Likely to have a history of perfectionism and high
academic achievement

Question 3

Address risk for suicide

Answer 3

electrolyte imbalances,
and cardiac complications:

Question 4

Bulimia Nervosa

Answer 4

Normal or near-normal weight
Signs of self-induced vomiting, laxative, or
diuretic abuse:
Dental erosion, swollen parotid glands, and
scarring or calluses on hands
Dehydration and electrolyte disturbances
(hypokalemia)

Question 5

Interventions for Eating Disorders

Answer 5

Maintain consistent meal times, supervise
the client during meals to prevent hiding or
discarding food, and monitor the client for 1-2
hours afterward to prevent purging.

Question 6

Interventions for Eating Disorders

Answer 6

Monitor treatment progress by weighing the client
every morning, while wearing the same clothing,
after using the bathroom, and before eating.

Question 7

Interventions for Eating Disorders

Answer 7

Malnourished clients should gain weight gradually
(2 lbs [1 kg] per week) to prevent refeeding
syndrome, a potentially fatal complication
characterized by hypophosphatemia.