A nurse on an inpatient eating disorder unit is caring for a client who has anorexia nervosa.

Exhibits

A nurse on an inpatient eating disorder unit is assessing a client. Which of the following assessment findings indicate a therapeutic response to the treatment plan?
Select all that apply.

ECG report

Respiratory assessment

Temperature

Weight

Sodium level

Creatinine level

Answer and Explanation

Correct Answer : B,D,E,F

A. The ECG shows persistent sinus bradycardia on both December 1 and December 15. While sinus bradycardia is common in anorexia nervosa, its persistence may not necessarily reflect a therapeutic response.

B. The respiratory rate improved from 24/min to 20/min and the respirations are described as even and unlabored on December 15. This indicates a positive response to treatment.

C. The temperature data for December 15 is not provided. However, an increase toward normal temperature would indicate a therapeutic response, but without this data, we cannot confirm.

D. The weight increased from 34.5 kg (76 lb) to 37.2 kg (82 lb), which is a significant therapeutic improvement, reflecting progress in treatment.

E. The sodium level improved from 128 mEq/L to 130 mEq/L. Although the level is still slightly below normal, the upward trend indicates improvement.

F. The creatinine level decreased from 1.2 mg/dL to 0.9 mg/dL, showing improvement in kidney function and response to treatment.

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Correct Answer is A

Explanation

Rationale:

A. Dental decay is a common result of frequent vomiting in bulimia nervosa due to exposure of teeth to stomach acid.

B. Bulimia nervosa often involves fluctuations in weight rather than a consistently lower weight, as it includes binge eating episodes.

C. Hypokalemia (low potassium) is more commonly associated with bulimia due to vomiting rather than hyperkalemia (high potassium).

D. Amenorrhea (absence of menstruation) may occur in bulimia nervosa but is less specific than dental decay for the condition.

A. Stopping the transfusion B. Assessing the client's skin for a rash C. Notifying the provider D. Covering the client with a blanket

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

Rationale:

A. Stopping the transfusion is the priority action as it is essential to prevent further potential adverse effects and initiate an investigation of a possible transfusion reaction.

B. Assessing the skin for a rash is important but secondary to stopping the transfusion.

C. Notifying the provider is necessary, but the immediate priority is to stop the transfusion.

D. Covering the client with a blanket does not address the potential severity of a transfusion reaction.

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A nurse on an inpatient eating disorder unit is caring for a client who has anorexia nervosa.

Exhibits

A nurse on an inpatient eating disorder unit is assessing a client. Which of the following assessment findings indicate a therapeutic response to the treatment plan?
Select all that apply.