Which assessment finding for a patient diagnosed with an eating disorder meets criteria for hospitalization?
a. Urine output 40 mL/hr
b. Pulse rate 58 beats/min
c. Serum potassium 3.4 mEq/L
d. Systolic blood pressure 62 mm Hg
ANS: D
Systolic blood pressure less than 70 mm Hg is an indicator for inpatient care. Many people without eating disorders have bradycardia (pulse less than 60 beats/min). Urine output should be more than 30 mL/hr. A potassium level of 3.4 mEq/L is within the normal range.
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