The nurse is planning care for a patient with anorexia nervosa. Which problem should the nurse identify as a priority for this patient?

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Inadequate oral intake is the priority problem for a patient with anorexia nervosa as it can lead to severe malnutrition, organ damage, and even death. Without addressing this issue, the other problems such as feelings of adequacy, loss of control, and skewed opinion of appearance cannot be effectively addressed.

The Nurse Is Planning Care for a Patient with Anorexia