NUR402 Exam 3
anorexia
-lack or loss of appetite
-intense fear of gaining weight
physical problems of anorexia
-amenorrhea
-constipation
-loss of body fat
-dry skin
-hair loss
-electrolyte imbalance
binge eating/purging
a disorder in which a person repeatedly eats too much food at one time and then throws up
What is the primary goal of medical management for a client with anorexia nervosa?
weight restoration and correction of electrolyte imbalances
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What is a common psychological symptom of anorexia nervosa?
Paranoid ideas about being seen as fat by others
Which nursing interventions are appropriate for a patient with anorexia nervosa? (Select all
that apply)
-supervise access to the bathroom to prevent purging
-promote gradual weight restoration
-monitor electrolyte levels regularly
-use a nonjudgmental and supportive approach
A nurse is caring for a patient with anorexia nervosa who has bradycardia, dry skin, and hair
loss. What is the priority nursing intervention?
Administer electrolyte supplements and monitor cardiac status
3 multiple choice options
A patient with anorexia nervosa expresses fear that the healthcare team is trying to make them
fat. How should the nurse respond?
"It's normal to feel this way, but gaining weight is necessary for your health."
3 multiple choice options
Which of the following behaviors is characteristic of bulimia nervosa?
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Recurrent episodes of binge eating followed by compensatory behaviors such as vomiting or
excessive exercise
Which medication is commonly used in the treatment of bulimia nervosa?
fluoxetine (SSRI)
What mood and affect are typically associated with bulimia nervosa during the initial
assessment?
Pleasant and cheerful, but may express guilt and shame when discussing binge eating
Which physical finding is most consistent with bulimia nervosa?
Close to expected body weight with a BMI between 18.5-30
3 multiple choice options
Which nursing intervention is appropriate for a patient with bulimia nervosa?
Supervising the patient for at least 1 hour after meals to prevent purging
Which symptoms are commonly associated with bulimia nervosa? (Select all that apply)
-frequent binge eating followed by self-induced vomiting
-restrictive eating patterns between binge episodes
-ashamed of eating behaviors and attempts to hide them
-impulsive behaviors such as substance abuse or shoplifting
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