14th June 2021

A 17-year-old girl has been receiving treatment for anorexia for around two years

A 17-year-old girl has been receiving treatment for anorexia for around two years. She initially responded well to psychological treatment, and had a period of stability where she was able to gain some weight. However, following the breakdown of her relationship with her long-term boyfriend, her condition seems to have deteriorated, and she is now at her lowest weight, with a BMI of just 15.9. Her psychiatrist arranges for routine blood tests, and the possibility of hospital admission is suggested to the patient and her family.

Which THREE of the following are indications for hospital admission in the management of anorexia nervosa? Select THREE options only.