Medical Crises in Eating Disorders

Medical Crises in Eating Disorders is a comprehensive book that provides medical clinicians with an acute awareness of the critical and potentially lethal medical outcomes they may face when managing those with eating disorders. It shares multiple blended patient stories and discusses non-eating disorder causes of risk, using electrocardiogram images, echocardiogram reports, blood and urine results, hospital chart vital records, and excerpts from official coroners documents to augment the learning experience.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 170 pages
Publication date: 13 October 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Medical Crises in Eating Disorders is a vital resource for medical clinicians and others involved in the management of individuals with eating disorders. It provides a comprehensive understanding of the critical and potentially life-threatening medical outcomes that may arise during this complex clinical journey. Through a blend of patient stories, this book offers a realistic clinical-like experience, allowing readers to gain insight into the most severe medical risks associated with eating disorders.

The book explains these risks in medical terms, making them accessible to a wide range of readers. It also delves into the behaviors and actions that contribute to these medical risks, shedding light on the underlying mechanisms of these disorders. Additionally, the book explores non-eating disorder causes of risk, providing a broader perspective on the medical concerns associated with eating disorders.

To enhance the learning experience, the book includes examples of electrocardiogram images, echocardiogram reports, blood and urine results, hospital chart vital records, and excerpts from official coroners documents. These visual aids and real-life examples help to reinforce the concepts discussed and provide a deeper understanding of the medical complexities involved.

This innovative book is a must-have for those who manage the medical concerns of individuals with eating disorders, including critical care physicians, internists, pediatricians, psychiatrists, and family physicians. Psychologists, counselors, dietitians, nurse practitioners, and social workers will also benefit from an increased awareness of critical medical risks, as they play a crucial role in supporting and assisting these individuals.

By providing a comprehensive and accessible approach to medical crises in eating disorders, Medical Crises in Eating Disorders contributes to better understanding, diagnosis, and treatment of these complex disorders. It serves as a valuable resource for healthcare professionals and advocates, empowering them to provide the best possible care and support to those in need.

Weight: 286g
Dimension: 151 x 229 x 16 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367512644