A client with anorexia nervosa has refused meal trays and supplemental feedings for 3 days following admission to the general hospital. The nurse can anticipate that intervention will include:

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A client with anorexia nervosa has refused meal trays and supplemental feedings for 3 days following admission to the general hospital. The nurse can anticipate that intervention will include:

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B. Tube feedings until the client eats 90% of all meals for 1 day. This intervention is appropriate for a client with anorexia nervosa who is refusing to eat. Tube feedings ensure adequate nutrition while also encouraging the client to resume eating orally. It is a gradual approach that aims to transition the client back to regular eating habits. Explanation for why other choices are incorrect: A: IV infusions are not the first-line intervention for a client with anorexia nervosa refusing to eat. This choice does not address the underlying issue of the client's refusal to eat. C: Placing the client on suicide precautions and one-to-one observation is not indicated solely based on refusal to eat. This choice does not address the nutritional needs of the client. D: Limiting peer group visitors for 2 weeks does not address the client's refusal to eat and is not a relevant intervention in this situation.

Question 2 of 5

Care planning requires that a nurse recognize that the dynamic focus directing a patient with anorexia nervosa is:

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Step 1: Anorexia nervosa is characterized by an intense fear of gaining weight and a distorted body image. Step 2: Patients often use strict control over food intake as a way to cope with underlying emotional issues. Step 3: Maintaining a sense of control is crucial in managing anorexia nervosa as it addresses the core psychological aspects driving the disorder. Step 4: Managing weight gain (A) is not the primary focus as patients may resist gaining weight due to their fear. Step 5: Controlling personal stressors (B) may be important but does not address the underlying issue of control related to food and body. Step 6: Avoiding social interactions (D) does not address the core psychological need for control and can further isolate the patient.

Question 3 of 5

Which of the following are considered red flags for a communication disorder?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 4 of 5

In refeeding syndrome that develops during nutritional rehabilitation of a patient with eating disorder, what is the most important biochemical change?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 5 of 5

In Singapore, MSF-funded disability services for preschool children:

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

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