Types of Eating Disorders
This disorder is characterized by self-induced starvation and an intense fear of gaining weight.
This physical sign, known as "chipmunk cheeks," is caused by swollen parotid glands from repeated vomiting.
These three co-occurring mental health conditions are common risk factors for developing an eating disorder
A core nursing action that involves building trust and is the cornerstone of mental health nursing.
The erosion of tooth enamel in clients with bulimia is primarily caused by this.
This disorder involves a cycle of binge eating followed by compensatory behaviors like self-induced vomiting or laxative misuse.
The fine, downy hair that grows on the face, back, and arms of individuals with anorexia nervosa.
A family history of eating disorders suggests this type of risk factor.
To prevent purging after meals, the nurse should monitor the client and may lock this room for a specified time.
This condition, characterized by decreased bone density, puts clients with anorexia at a high risk for fractures.
This disorder is defined by recurrent episodes of consuming large amounts of food without subsequent purging behaviors.
What is Binge-Eating Disorder (BED)?
This sign consists of calluses or scars on the knuckles from self-induced vomiting.
According to recent research, this population group, in addition to transgender individuals, is experiencing an increase in eating disorders.
This SSRI antidepressant is FDA-approved for treating bulimia nervosa and binge-eating disorder.
A low level of this electrolyte, often seen in bulimia, can lead to life-threatening cardiac dysrhythmias.
An obsession with eating "clean" or "pure" foods to the point that it negatively impacts one's health and social life.
A client with a normal or slightly overweight BMI, dental enamel erosion, and electrolyte imbalances likely has this disorder.
One out of five deaths in persons with anorexia nervosa is attributed to this.
This therapeutic approach helps clients reframe dysfunctional thinking patterns, which is useful for addressing distorted body image.
The absence of menstruation, a common complication in anorexia nervosa.
The practice of a person with diabetes deliberately skipping insulin doses to lose weight.
A significantly low body weight, hypotension, bradycardia, and amenorrhea are classic signs of this condition.
These three personality disorders are often associated with the development of eating disorders.
A potentially fatal shift in fluids and electrolytes that can occur when a malnourished client begins feeding again.
Binge-eating disorder is a significant risk factor for developing these three major health conditions.