The nurse case manager is working with a 20-year-old college student who has just been discharged from inpatient care for treatment for anorexia nervosa. Which resources and treatment options will the nurse discuss with the patient and the interprofession
the interprofessional team? Select all that apply.
1. Individual counseling
2. Group psychotherapy
3. Medication management
4. Family psychoeducation
5. Assertive community treatment (ACT)
Answer: 1, 2, 4
Explanation: Family, group, and individual counseling are all effective treatment options for anorexia nervosa and are often combined. There are no specific medications used in the treatment of anorexia. ACT programs are used with patients requiring comprehensive and intensive community supports.
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