Care Plan for Anorexia Nervosa Management
Category: Mental Health
Assessment
Patient presents with severe weight loss, distorted body image, and refusal to maintain a healthy weight.
Diagnosis
Risk for imbalanced nutrition less than body requirements related to restricted food intake.
Goals
Patient will demonstrate improved nutritional status as evidenced by gradual weight gain and normalization of eating behaviors.
Interventions
Monitor weight, vital signs, and laboratory values regularly. Provide a structured meal plan to ensure adequate caloric intake. Administer prescribed medications to manage anxiety and depression if needed. Educate patient on the importance of balanced nutrition and support from a multidisciplinary team.
Rationale
These interventions aim to restore nutritional balance, manage psychological symptoms, and support overall health.
Evaluation
Nutritional status and eating behaviors will be monitored to assess the effectiveness of interventions.
⚠️ Educational Care Plan Notice
This care plan is for educational purposes only and represents general nursing concepts.
All care plans must be individualized based on:
- Individual patient assessment and current condition
- Healthcare provider orders and facility protocols
- Current evidence-based practice guidelines
- Nursing scope of practice in your jurisdiction
Do not use as direct patient care instructions. Always follow your facility's policies, physician orders, and professional nursing judgment.