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mpobi80

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on: Jul 19, 2018
A nurse is seeing a client in an outpatient clinic for treatment of anorexia nervosa. Which is the most appropriate, correctly written short-term outcome for this client?
 
  A. The client will use stress-reducing techniques to avoid purging.
  B. The client will discuss chaos in personal life and be able to verbalize a link to purging.
  C. The client will gain 2 pounds prior to the next weekly appointment.
  D. The client will remain free of signs and symptoms of malnutrition and dehydration.

Question 2

A client who is 5 foot 6 inches tall and weighs 98 pounds is admitted with a medical diagnosis of anorexia nervosa. Which nursing diagnosis would take priority at this time?
 
  A. Ineffective coping R/T food obsession
  B. Altered nutrition: less than body requirements R/T inadequate food intake
  C. Risk for injury R/T suicidal tendencies
  D. Altered body image R/T perceived obesity


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

C
The symptoms of anorexia nervosa do not include purging. Correctly written outcomes must be client centered, specific, realistic, and measurable and also include a time frame.

Answer to Question 2

B
Based on Maslow's hierarchy, the priority nursing diagnosis for this client must address physical needs prior to emotional considerations. This client must be immediately physically stabilized due to the life-threatening nature of his or her nutritional status.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 19, 2018
Wow, this really help

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