Which nursing intervention has priority as a patient with anorexia nervosa begins to gain weight?
a. Assess for depression and anxiety.
b. Observe for adverse effects of refeeding.
c. Communicate empathy for the patient's feelings.
d. Help the patient balance energy expenditure and caloric intake.
ANS: B
The nursing intervention of observing for adverse effects of refeeding most directly relates to weight gain and is a priority. Assessing for depression and anxiety and communicating empathy relate to coping. Helping the patient balance energy expenditure and caloric intake is an inappropriate intervention.
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