Question

A client admitted with anorexia nervosa lost 30 lb (13.6 kg) during the previous 3 months. when planning this client's care, what should a nurse select as a priority intervention

Answer 1

The first thing the nurse should do is assess and plan interventions for the client’s nutrition. It is important that a nurse consulting with dietitian/nutritionist in order to provide information about the client’s dietary needs. The client’s dietary requirements should be determined, the nutritional goals should be set, and the ways to meet those goals should be explored.