A patient diagnosed with anorexia nervosa is hospitalized for treatment. What features should the milieu provide? Select all that apply
a. Flexible mealtimes
b. Unscheduled weight checks
c. Adherence to a selected menu
d. Observation during and after meals
e. Monitoring during bathroom trips
f. Privileges correlated with emotional expression
ANS: C, D, E
Priority milieu interventions support the restoration of weight and a normalization of eating patterns. These goals require close supervision of the patient's eating habits and the prevention of exercise, purging, and other activities. Menus are strictly adhered to. Patients are observed during and after meals to prevent them from throwing away food or purging. All trips to the bathroom are monitored. Mealtimes are structured, not flexible. Weighing is performed on a regular schedule. Privileges are correlated with weight gain and treatment plan compliance.
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