Eating Disorder Medical Instability — RACP Paediatrics MCQ

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HardAdolescent MedicineEating Disorder Medical InstabilityRACP Paediatrics

14-year-old: BMI 16, HR 48, BP 85/55, temp 35.8°C. Medical severity?

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Correct answer: E — Medically unstable requiring inpatient stabilisation

Multiple medical instability criteria met. Inpatient medical stabilisation + cardiac monitoring + careful refeeding.

Reference: RCH Melbourne – 2024