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Eating disorders
Exam 2
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Nursing
Undergraduate 3
09/29/2018

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Typical anorexic?
Definition
White
Middle-upper class
average 19 years
Term
Common sx anorexia physical
Definition
Extreme weight loss
Lethargy
Cold intolerance
Dizziness
Constipation
Bloating
Irregular menses
Hyopthalmic suppression
Malnutrition
Term
Common sx anorexia mental
Definition
Preoccupation with food
Distorted body image
Laxative and diuretic use
Vigorous exercise <4 hours daily
Term
Recommended test anorexia
Definition
Bone density exam
Term
Nursing interventions anorexia revolve around
Definition
Restoring healthy weight

Gain 2-3 lbs per week if hospitalized
0.5-1 lb per week if outpatient
counseling
Term
Bulimia average onset
Definition
20 years
Term
Bulimia general discription
Definition
Binging and purging

May binge after stresssful events which leads to shame, guilt and anxiety which leads to purging.

Many times average body weight
Term
Bulimia treatment
Definition
Fluoxetine and counseling
Term
Nursing teaching for Bulimia
Definition
Teach nutrition
Encourage use of food log
Routine eating 3 meals and 3 snacks
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