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mikaylakyoung

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on: Jul 19, 2018
Which nursing intervention has priority as a patient with anorexia nervosa begins to gain weight?
 
  a. Assess for depression and anxiety.
  b. Observe for adverse effects of refeeding.
  c. Communicate empathy for the patient's feelings.
  d. Help the patient balance energy expenditure and caloric intake.

Question 2

Outpatient treatment is planned for a patient diagnosed with anorexia nervosa. Select the most important desired outcome related to the nursing diagnosis: Imbalanced nutrition: less than body requirements. Within 1 week, the patient will:
 
  a. Weigh self accurately using balanced scales.
  b. Limit exercise to less than 2 hours daily.
  c. Select clothing that fits properly.
  d. Gain 1 to 2 pounds.


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jazzlynnnnn

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Reply #1 on: Jul 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
The nursing intervention of observing for adverse effects of refeeding most directly relates to weight gain and is a priority. Assessing for depression and anxiety and communicating empathy relate to coping. Helping the patient balance energy expenditure and caloric intake is an inappropriate intervention.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
Only the outcome of a gain of 1 to 2 pounds can be accomplished within 1 week when the patient is an outpatient. The focus of an outcome is not on the patient weighing self. Limiting exercise and selecting proper clothing are important, but weight gain takes priority.


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Reply #2 on: Jul 19, 2018
Correct answers!


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Reply #3 on: Jul 19, 2018
Great! Please up vote :D


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