Author Question: Which of the following is a nursing priority when caring for the patient with anorexia nervosa? ... (Read 41 times)

stephzh · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

Which of the following is a nursing priority when caring for the patient with anorexia nervosa?

A) Improving nutritional status
B) Acknowledging the severity of the illness
C) Confirming beliefs about body size
D) Establishing a trusting relationship

Question 2

A client was admitted to the eating disorder unit with bulimia nervosa. When the nurse assesses for a history of complications of this disorder, which of the following are expected?

A) Respiratory distress and dyspnea
B) Bacterial GI infections and overhydration
C) Metabolic acidosis and constricted colon
D) Dental erosion and chronic edema

Tonny · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Ans: D
While improving nutritional status and acknowledging the severity of the illness are important, the first priority would be to establish a trusting relationship with the anorexia nervosa patient. Trust is imperative before establishing a therapeutic relationship.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: D
In bulimia, dental erosion (from frequent vomiting) and chronic edema (from fluid imbalances) are common. Dyspnea, bacterial GI infections, and metabolic acidosis are not characteristics of bulimia.