The Plight of a Female Adolescent-Anorexia or Bulimia: an Overview

The Plight of a Female Adolescent-Anorexia or Bulimia: an Overview

The recognition of the eating disorders of anorexia and bulimia is increasing in practice and with the public. An overview of anorexia nervosa and bulimia is presented. Nursing management of four priority nursing diagnoses is explored to assist the female adolescent during the treatment course. A mu...

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Veröffentlicht in:Issues in comprehensive pediatric nursing 1986, Vol.9 (5), p.289-298
1. Verfasser: Twiss, Janice J.
Format: Artikel
Sprache:eng
Schlagworte:
Adolescent
Anorexia Nervosa - nursing
Anorexia Nervosa - psychology
Bulimia - nursing
Bulimia - psychology
Female
Humans
Nursing
Nursing Assessment
Psychology, Adolescent
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Zusammenfassung:The recognition of the eating disorders of anorexia and bulimia is increasing in practice and with the public. An overview of anorexia nervosa and bulimia is presented. Nursing management of four priority nursing diagnoses is explored to assist the female adolescent during the treatment course. A multidisciplinary team approach is necessary for a successful outcome.
ISSN:0146-0862
1521-043X
DOI:10.3109/01460868609009055