HEALTHY LIVING AND EATING DISORDERS

Updated 7/25

Scenario: Melissa is displaying the signs of Bulimia.
She is sitting down to a meal which is four times the

normal amount. Following eating such a large meal, 
in an attempt to avoid weight gain, she will take a
laxative or induce vomiting.                        

Bulimia Nervosa is an eating disorder.
Its Hallmark is binging and purging.
The person who suffers from this condition,
is said to consume large quantities of food,
but avoids weight gain through extreme
measures like: induced vomiting , laxatives,
diuretics, or exercising in excess.

Bulimia Nervosa is considered to be life-threatening.

Dehydration, electrolyte imbalances, peptic ulcers and

constipation may result.

Medical intervention becomes necessary in the treatment
of this condition. Psychotherapy may be included in the 
treatment.

Learn more about : Autodigestion

Learn more about: The Braden scale

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PLASTIC AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY

Updated 6/25

Learn more about: Reconstructive surgery

Scenario: A patient calls her nurse as she is experiencing

pain at the IV site. The nurse's response is not helpful.
Helpful hint:
It is never a good idea to ignore an IV site that is red and
painful. Remember, damage to the soft tissue surrounding
the IV site may occur.
Follow your Institution's policies and procedures for IV site
care.

Learn more about: ICP Monitoring