ATI RN
RN Comprehensive Online Practice 2019 B with NGN Questions
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A nurse in an acute care facility is caring for a client who has anorexia nervosa. During the first week of care, which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Observe the client for 1 hr after meals. This is important to monitor for signs of purging behaviors, such as vomiting, which is common in individuals with anorexia nervosa. This observation period allows the nurse to intervene promptly if needed to prevent complications.
Choice A: Allowing the client to eat meals in his room may enable the client to engage in disordered eating behaviors in private, which could worsen the condition.
Choice B: Weighing the client every 48 hr may cause unnecessary stress and focus on weight, which can be triggering for individuals with anorexia nervosa.
Choice C: Obtaining the client's vital signs every other day is important but may not directly address the immediate need for monitoring after meals to prevent purging.
In summary, choice D is the most appropriate action during the first week of care for a client with anorexia nervosa as it focuses on immediate monitoring for potentially harmful behaviors.
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