Question

A 17-year-old with anorexia nervosa is significantly underweight (BMI 15) and bradycardic. Which is the most appropriate initial step in management

Accepted Answer

Inpatient admission for refeeding and monitoring

Answer

Immediate SSRI

Answer

Force-feeding under restraint at home

Answer

Family therapy with no medical intervention

Answer

No intervention if the patient refuses

Practice question

A 17-year-old with anorexia nervosa is significantly underweight (BMI 15) and bradycardic. Which is the most appropriate initial step in management