Question

A 17-year-old female with anorexia nervosa is severely underweight and bradycardic. According to NICE, which is the single most important initial management priority?

Accepted Answer

Admit for medical stabilisation and careful refeeding

Answer

Start high-calorie feeding immediately

Answer

Begin an SSRI for depression

Answer

Cognitive behavioural therapy as outpatient

Answer

Involve social services for possible child neglect

Practice question

A 17-year-old female with anorexia nervosa is severely underweight and bradycardic. According to NICE, which is the single most important initial management priority?