Bulimia Nervosa Flashcards
1
Q
what is bulimia?
A
episodes of binge eating following by intentional vomiting or other purgative behaviours such as the use of laxatives or diuretics or exercising
2
Q
what is DSM 5 diagnostic criteria for bulimia?
A
- recurrent binge eating
- sense of lack of control
- purge compensatory behaviour
- behaviours occur at least once a week for 3 months
- influenced by body shape and weight
- disturbance does not just have to occur during behaviours
3
Q
what is russell’s sign?
A
calluses on the knuckles or back of the hand due to repeated self-induced vomiting
4
Q
what are some of the consequences of recurrent vomiting?
A
- erosion of teeth
- russell’s sign
5
Q
what is the first line management of bulimia?
A
bulimia-nervosa-focused guided self-help
6
Q
what happens if guided self-help is ineffective?
A
individual eating-disorder-focused congitive behavioural therapy
7
Q
what is the management of children with bulimia?
A
bulimia-nervosa-focused family therapy
