[Nursing process to patients with anorexia nervosa]

Area of Science:

• Nursing Science
• Clinical Psychology
• Psychiatry

Background:

• Anorexia Nervosa (AN) is a complex eating disorder with significant physical and psychological comorbidities.
• The nursing process (NP) provides a systematic framework for patient care, adaptable to diverse clinical conditions.
• Effective management of AN requires addressing multifaceted issues including nutritional deficits, psychological distress, and physiological instability.

Observation:

• A case report focusing on a female patient diagnosed with Anorexia Nervosa.
• The nursing process was applied, encompassing patient history, nursing diagnoses, interventions, and outcome evaluation.
• Identified nursing diagnoses included body image disturbance, altered nutrition, anxiety, low self-esteem, activity intolerance, and social isolation.

Findings:

• Nursing interventions were tailored to address specific diagnoses such as altered nutrition and body image disturbance.
• The systematic application of the nursing process led to the achievement of planned patient outcomes.
• Positive contributions to the patient's health rehabilitation were observed, enhancing quality of life during hospitalization.

Implications:

• The nursing process is an effective tool for managing the complex care needs of Anorexia Nervosa patients.
• Addressing mental, neurological, endocrine, and immunological factors is crucial for successful Anorexia Nervosa rehabilitation.
• This approach can guide nursing practice to improve patient outcomes and facilitate recovery in eating disorder management.