Knowledge Check | Theories and Risk factors of Eating disorders | Assessment | Nursing Interventions | Treatment |
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What is body dysmorphia
Obsessive idea that appearance is distasteful
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What is low self-esteem or self worth
Preoccupation with body type and appearance may result from this mentality of the individual
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What is self harm
Clients with anorexia nervosa may exhibit these dangerous behaviors
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What is remain with the client
During mealtime, doing this for at least one hour for a client with an eating disorder will help prevent discarding of food or self-induced vomiting
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What is eating snacks and meals at regular times each day
A client with bulimia nervosa recognizes this healthy eating pattern
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What is anorexia nervosa
This is a life threatening eating disorder
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What is conflict resolution
The family system of an individual with an eating disorder may have difficulty with this
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What is pleased/proud
Client with anorexia nervosa have this feeling regarding the ability to control weight
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What are compensatory behaviors
Purging, use of laxatives, diuretics, fasting, and excessive exercise are all examples of these
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What is having regular family meetings to support conflict resolution
This is a way for family members to support a client with anorexia nervosa
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What is <18
BMI range that categorizes as individual as underweight
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What is sociocultural factors
This factor stems from media influence and pressure from others
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What is amenorrhea
Anorexia nervosa can cause this in women
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What is an endocrinologist
A consult to this type of health care provider should be included in the plan of care for a client with diabulimia
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What is cognitive behavioral therapy
This has been found to be the most effect treatment for client's with bulimia nervosa
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What is Bulimia Nervosa
This eating disorder is characterized by recurrent episodes of binge eating followed by inappropriate behaviors to avoid weight gain
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What is the hypothalamus
Dysfunction of this part of the brain may be a risk factor for developing an eating disorder
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What is erosion of dental enamel
Bulimia nervosa can lead to this condition in the mouth
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What is suicidal ideation
The nurse should assess for this mental state routinely while caring for a client with an eating disorder
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What is psychopharmacology
This treatment incorporates the use of medication in conjunction with cognitive behavioral therapy to treat comorbid psychiatric disorders
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What is Pica
This eating disorder is characterized by eating substances that have no nutrient value
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What is norepinephrine and serotonin
Imbalances in there neurotransmitters may be a risk factor for developing an eating disorder
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What is impulsive behavior
Clients with bulimia nervosa often have a history of this behavior
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What is a liquid protein supplement
If client is unable to finish a meal, the nurse should offer this
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What is administration of IV fluids and TPN
This first line of treatment for anorexia nervosa often takes place in an acute care setting
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