A 17-year-old female presents to a primary care clinic with…
A 17-year-old female presents to a primary care clinic with her mother. Her BMI is 31 kg/m². She appears anxious and avoids eye contact. On exam, she has dry skin, lanugo on her arms, and reports recent episodes of dizziness. Lab results reveal hypokalemia and mild metabolic alkalosis. When asked about eating habits, the patient states, “I try to eat healthy but sometimes I mess up and just get rid of it.” As the nurse assesses, which of the following is the priority action?