Asked by Kennedy Woodward on Jul 26, 2024
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An adolescent teen has bulimia. Which assessment finding should the nurse expect to assess?
A) Diarrhea
B) Amenorrhea
C) Cold intolerance
D) Erosion of tooth enamel
Bulimia
An eating disorder marked by binge eating followed by methods to avoid weight gain, such as vomiting, fasting, or excessive exercise.
Amenorrhea
The absence of menstruation - one or more missed menstrual periods.
Tooth Enamel
The hard, outer surface layer of teeth that protects against decay, temperature extremes, and chemicals, making it the hardest tissue in the body.
- Assess and understand the health implications of bulimia in adolescents.
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Shamekia ThomasJul 26, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Some of the signs of bulimia include erosion of tooth enamel, increased dental caries from vomited gastric acid, throat complaints, fluid and electrolyte disturbances, and abdominal complaints from laxative abuse. Diarrhea is not a result of the vomiting. It may occur in patients with bulimia who also abuse laxatives. Amenorrhea and cold intolerance are characteristics of anorexia nervosa, which some bulimics have. These symptoms are related to the extreme low weight.
Learning Objectives
- Assess and understand the health implications of bulimia in adolescents.
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