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Ep 202 Eating Disorders: Common, Commonly Missed, Mismanaged and Misunderstood

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Clinical Insights on Eating Disorders

This chapter explores the clinical assessment of eating disorders, emphasizing vital lab tests and the complexities in interpreting results. It addresses the critical health risks associated with these disorders, including refeeding syndrome, and outlines necessary emergency management strategies. The discussion includes the importance of empathetic communication and the criteria for hospitalization versus outpatient care, highlighting the essential follow-up care required for effective treatment.

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