Asked by Shashank Gupta on Jun 19, 2024

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As a patient admitted to the eating-disorder unit undresses, a nurse observes that the patient's body is covered by fine, downy hair. The patient weighs 70 pounds and is 5'4" tall. Which term should be documented?

A) Amenorrhea
B) Alopecia
C) Lanugo
D) Stupor

Lanugo

Fine, soft hair, especially that which covers the body and limbs of a human fetus or newborn.

Amenorrhea

The absence of menstruation in a woman of reproductive age, which can be a sign of various health conditions.

Alopecia

A condition resulting in partial or complete hair loss on the scalp or body, which can stem from genetic, autoimmune, or other factors.

  • Identify and understand the physical and psychological manifestations of eating disorders, such as anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa.
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thanaa majidJun 20, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The fine, downy hair noted by the nurse is called lanugo. It is frequently seen in patients with anorexia nervosa. None of the other conditions can be supported by the data the nurse has gathered.