A 20-year-old female is admitted to the hospital with severe…
A 20-year-old female is admitted to the hospital with severe malnutrition, bradycardia, and electrolyte imbalances. She has a history of restrictive eating, intense fear of weight gain, and distorted body image. The PMHNP assesses the patient’s condition. Which significant medical consequence associated with the disorder she presents with to the hospital is of highest priority?