The nurse knows that which is the priority nursing diagnosis for patient with anorexia nervosa who is exhibiting signs and symptoms of refeeding syndrome?

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4. The priority nursing diagnosis for the patient with anorexia nervosa who is exhibiting signs and symptoms of refeeding syndrome is Nutrition, Imbalanced: Less Than Body Requirements. This patient's life may be at risk. Anxiety, disturbed body image, and chronic low self-esteem can be addressed once the patient's physical safety has been restored.

The Nurse Knows That Which Is the Priority Nursing Diagnosis