Bulimia Nervosa

Overview

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Credits

2.00

Pharmacology Credits

0.5

Post Assessment Questions

12

Start Date

1 Sep 2023

Last Review Date

1 Sep 2023

Expiration Date

31 Aug 2026

Estimated Time To Finish

120 Minutes


 
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Activity Description

Bulimia nervosa is a disorder that is characterized by binge eating and inappropriate compensatory behavior to control weight with potentially dangerous sequelae. It is essential to identify and diagnose this condition promptly and to treat the patient effectively while monitoring progress and potential medical complications. This activity describes the evaluation and management of bulimia nervosa and highlights the role of the interprofessional team in the care of patients with this condition.

Target Audience

This activity has been designed to meet the educational needs of physicians, physician associates, nurses, pharmacists, nurse practitioners, and social workers.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, the learner will be better able to:

  • Identify the etiology and epidemiology of bulimia nervosa.
  • Describe the evaluation of bulimia nervosa.
  • Outline the treatment and management options available for bulima nervosa.
  • Summarize interprofessional team strategies for improving care coordination and communication to advance the care of bulimia nervosa and improve outcomes.
  • Outline the pharmacologic therapy as it applies to Bulimia Nervosa

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  4. Choose the best answer to each activity test question. To receive credit and a certificate, you must pass the test questions with a minimum score of 100%.
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