Disordered Eating

Eating disorders are prevalent among adolescents. Treatment of eating disorders involves a multidisciplinary team approach with support for both the patient and patient’s family. Care for patients with eating disorders can often be provided in the outpatient setting, but if they develop vital sign instability or do not respond to outpatient therapy, they may require inpatient management. Nutritional support while monitoring vital signs and electrolytes is the crux of inpatient management.