How Do You Provide Nursing Interventions For Patients With Bulimia Nervosa?
Bulimia nervosa much like anorexia nervosa is an eating disorder. A patient suffering from bulimia nervosa eats in binges and then purges himself or herself of the food shortly after by self induced vomiting, diuretics, fasting or excessive exercising. It may happen as a result of disturbed body image or some other reason. Nursing interventions for bulimia nervosa are aimed at restoring healthy eating patterns. Assess the patient with bulimia nervosa for electrolyte imbalances that may be induced through vomiting. Check for hart disease related to electrolyte imbalance. Check your patients teeth for enamel erosion, stomach ulcers and esophageal varices. Provide assistance during meal selection. Help your client select healthy well balanced diets and teach them how to maintain appropriate eating habits. Provide positive feedback for healthy eating habits. Educate your bulimia nervosa patient about the risks of this eating disorder. Let your patient know about her risk for heart disease
