The nurse is assessing a client diagnosed with an eating disorder. Which findings indicates that the client is experiencing bulimia nervosa? (Select all that apply.)
a. BMI is 17
b. Lanugo noted
c. Absent gag reflex
d. Potassium level is 3.3 mEq/L
e. Apical pulse is 56 beats per minute
c. Absent gag reflex
d. Potassium level is 3.3 mEq/L
Clients with bulimia nervosa often have low serum levels of potassium and chloride related to laxative abuse and vomiting. The gag reflex may be poor or absent. Heart rate is more likely to be increased because of central nervous system stimulants to avoid weight gain. Clients with anorexia have low BMIs. People with anorexia nervosa frequently develop a fine hair growth across their body called lanugo.
Clients with bulimia nervosa often have low serum levels of potassium and chloride related to laxative abuse and vomiting. The gag reflex may be poor or absent. Heart rate is more likely to be increased because of central nervous system stimulants to avoid weight gain. Clients with anorexia have low BMIs. People with anorexia nervosa frequently develop a fine hair growth across their body called lanugo.
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