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Health Disorders Overview
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Chapter 18: Eating and Feeding Disorders
Assessment Findings in Eating Disorders
• Bulimia Nervosa: Patients may exhibit signs of dental erosion, electrolyte imbalances,
and gastrointestinal issues due to purging behaviors.
• Anorexia Nervosa: Common findings include extreme weight loss, bradycardia,
hypotension, and lanugo (fine body hair).
• Binge Eating Disorder: Patients may present with obesity, metabolic syndrome, and
psychological distress related to eating behaviors.
Priority Concerns in Eating Disorders
• Anorexia Nervosa: The priority concern is medical stabilization due to severe
malnutrition and potential for refeeding syndrome.
• Bulimia Nervosa: Focus on electrolyte imbalances and cardiac health, as patients
may experience arrhythmias and other complications.
Refeeding Syndrome and Its Implications
• Definition: A potentially lethal condition that can occur when reintroducing nutrition
to malnourished patients.
• Symptoms: Fluid balance abnormalities, hypophosphatemia, hypomagnesemia, and
hypokalemia are common.
• Management: Nutritional reintroduction must be gradual to prevent complications.
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Comorbid Conditions and Therapeutic Approaches
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• Comorbidities: Conditions such as anxiety disorders, depression, and substance use
disorders are common in patients with anorexia and bulimia.
• Therapeutic Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is often effective for
treating these disorders, focusing on changing unhealthy thought patterns.
Chapter 22: Substance Related and Addictive Disorders
Key Concepts in Addiction
• Addiction: Characterized by an inability to abstain from a substance, leading to
significant functional impairment.
• Intoxication: The state of being under the influence, which can vary widely
depending on the substance used.
• Tolerance: A condition where increased amounts of a substance are needed to
achieve the same effect.
Withdrawal Symptoms and Management
• Withdrawal: Physiological symptoms that occur upon cessation of substance use,
which can range from mild to life-threatening.
• Opioid Withdrawal Symptoms: Include mood dysphoria, nausea, vomiting, and
muscle cramps, often referred to as 'cold turkey'.
• Management: Supportive care and medications may be necessary to alleviate
symptoms.
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NSG 3450 Exam 3: Mental Save Share
Health Disorders Overview
sopharella_l
Created 5/25/25
Outline Quick reference
Chapter 18: Eating and Feeding Disorders
Assessment Findings in Eating Disorders
• Bulimia Nervosa: Patients may exhibit signs of dental erosion, electrolyte imbalances,
and gastrointestinal issues due to purging behaviors.
• Anorexia Nervosa: Common findings include extreme weight loss, bradycardia,
hypotension, and lanugo (fine body hair).
• Binge Eating Disorder: Patients may present with obesity, metabolic syndrome, and
psychological distress related to eating behaviors.
Priority Concerns in Eating Disorders
• Anorexia Nervosa: The priority concern is medical stabilization due to severe
malnutrition and potential for refeeding syndrome.
• Bulimia Nervosa: Focus on electrolyte imbalances and cardiac health, as patients
may experience arrhythmias and other complications.
Refeeding Syndrome and Its Implications
• Definition: A potentially lethal condition that can occur when reintroducing nutrition
to malnourished patients.
• Symptoms: Fluid balance abnormalities, hypophosphatemia, hypomagnesemia, and
hypokalemia are common.
• Management: Nutritional reintroduction must be gradual to prevent complications.
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Comorbid Conditions and Therapeutic Approaches
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• Comorbidities: Conditions such as anxiety disorders, depression, and substance use
disorders are common in patients with anorexia and bulimia.
• Therapeutic Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is often effective for
treating these disorders, focusing on changing unhealthy thought patterns.
Chapter 22: Substance Related and Addictive Disorders
Key Concepts in Addiction
• Addiction: Characterized by an inability to abstain from a substance, leading to
significant functional impairment.
• Intoxication: The state of being under the influence, which can vary widely
depending on the substance used.
• Tolerance: A condition where increased amounts of a substance are needed to
achieve the same effect.
Withdrawal Symptoms and Management
• Withdrawal: Physiological symptoms that occur upon cessation of substance use,
which can range from mild to life-threatening.
• Opioid Withdrawal Symptoms: Include mood dysphoria, nausea, vomiting, and
muscle cramps, often referred to as 'cold turkey'.
• Management: Supportive care and medications may be necessary to alleviate
symptoms.
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