Asked by yuley guzman on Jun 05, 2024

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Which assessment finding for a patient diagnosed with an eating disorder meets criteria for hospitalization?

A) Urine output 40 mL/hour
B) Pulse rate 58 beats/min
C) Serum potassium 3.4 mEq/L
D) Systolic blood pressure 62 mm Hg

Hospitalization

The process of admitting a person into a hospital for medical treatment and care.

Systolic Blood Pressure

The pressure in the arteries when the heart muscle contracts and is the higher of the two blood pressure measurements, such as 120 in 120/80.

  • Determine the hospital admission criteria based on evaluation outcomes in individuals suffering from eating disorders.
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Muhammad RashidJun 10, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Systolic blood pressure less than 70 mm Hg is an indicator for inpatient care. Many people without eating disorders have bradycardia (pulse less than 60 beats/min). Urine output should be more than 30 mL/hour. A potassium level of 3.4 mEq/L is within the normal range.