Diagnosis of advanced anorexia nervosa
A client is admitted to the emergency department with a diagnosis of advanced anorexia nervosa. The client is 5’4″ (1.6m) tall and weighs 79lb (35.8kg). On assessment, the nurse notes blood pressure of 82/50 mm Hg: cracked and bleeding lips: and dry, yellow skin. The nurse offers the client oral fluids, and the client replies, […]

