In this 1-hour course, providers learn how to effectively assess, determine, and refer patients with severe and complicated forms of eating disorders and malnutrition. 

Providers should be skilled at spotting disordered eating among an array of clinical presentations (e.g., amenorrhea, disturbed family relationships, athletic injuries) because people engaged in disordered eating are hesitant to volunteer such information.

In addition to the shame associated with disordered eating is the stigma associated with psychiatric treatment. Providers serve as important points of entry for patients in need of higher level of care.   

Following this presentation, participants will be able to… 

• Describe common assessment findings of disordered eating.    

• Discuss how to voice concerns for disordered eating with a patient/client.    

• Recognize when to refer to appropriate level of care.   

About The Presenter: Krista Hovde

Krista Hovde is the Nursing Manager at ACUTE. As Nurse Manager, Krista oversees the unit’s day to day operations and enhances growth and development of the nursing staff which includes Registered Nurses, Certified Nurse Assistants, Behavioral Healthcare Technicians and clerical staff. Krista and her team collaborate with ACUTE’s multidisciplinary teams to ensure patients receive exceptional care. Krista has worked on ACUTE since 2012. She received a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Nebraska Medical Center in 2012. She is a board certified medical-surgical RN.