Eating Disorders and Impacts to the Human Body

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Course Objectives
  1. Identify and differentiate the different types of eating disorders.
  2. Uncover the different ways eating disorders physically impact the body.
  3. List and detail the different diagnostic testings and treatment for eating disorders.

Course Content
Course Creator: Adriana Alley CMA
Total CE Hours: 1 Credit Hour
Pace Course #: 586-2220-25
Course Description:
Eating disorders are a serious and potentially deadly health condition that millions of individuals within the United States struggle with daily. Eating disorders can cause severe damage to the human body both physically and psychologically. Thus, it is crucial for the patient’s overall well-being for healthcare providers to be able to identify, diagnose, and treat these patients. This article will identify the different types of eating disorders, how they impact the body, and what diagnostic tests and treatments are available.

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