Reference no: EM132850623

Ms. Torrez is a 17-year-old Caucasian woman without prior psychiatric history who is brought to the Emergency room by ambulance after her parents called 911 when they found her having a seizure in their living room. She was admitted to the medical intensive care units in status epilepticus and was quickly stabilized with intramuscular lorazepam and fosphenytoin loading. Her heigh is 5 feet 6 inches, she is of medium build, and her weight is 101 lbs. (BMI16.3kg/m2). She does not suffer any medical conditions, and this is her first seizure. Laboratory workup shows an electrolyte imbalance as the most likely cause of the seizures. Although initially reluctant, she admits to purging with the use of ipecac several times this week. She reports that although she normally restricts her daily caloric intake to 500 calories, she regularly induces vomiting if her weight is above 100 lbs. Her last menstrual cycle was 1 year ago. Psychiatric consultation is requested in order to confirm the diagnosis

The on-call psychiatry notes in Terry's chart

Patient appears underweight and younger than her stated age. She is mild distress, has a nasogastric tube in place, and exhibits poor eye contact. She reports feeling "sad" and admitted to experiencing constant preoccupation about her physical appearance and says, "I am fat; I hate my body." She also reports insomnia, low energy levels, and history of self-harm behavior by cutting her forearms. She reports that she is careful hiding her symptoms from her parents, whom she describes as strict disciplinarians. She also expresses concerns that she will disappoint them.

Ms. Torrez' parents describe her as a perfectionist. They say that she is involve in multiple school activities, takes advanced placement classes, and has been recently concerned about being accepted at her college of choice. They report that she maintains a 4.0 grade point average in high school, and they are expecting her to become a lawyer. Her parents have noticed that she is underweight and rarely see her eat but attributed this to stress from her many academic pursuits. Ms. Torrez' mom was diagnosed with obsessive-compulsive disorder.

Discussion 1. What is the diagnosis of Ms. Torrez?

Discussion 2. Is her condition more common in men or female?

Discussion 3. What subdivision of her condition, does Ms. Torrez belongs too?

Discussion 4. List three criteria of Ms. Torrez' disorder?

Discussion 5. What are some physical findings related to Ms. Torrez' disorder?

Discussion 6. What are some medical complications associated with her condition?