A nurse is teaching a group of patients about weight management options. Which statement by the patient indicates a need for further teaching?
a. "Although some drugs often show bene-fits, these benefits do not outweigh the risks."
b. " Antiobesity drugs should be used only as adjuncts to a comprehensive weight loss program of diet and exercise."
c. "Most patients regain lost weight when antiobesity drugs are discontinued."
d. "The side effects of most of these drugs are too uncomfortable to maintain com-pliance."
A
Several new drugs have shown promise in promoting weight loss, but they are not on the market because the benefits are not significant enough to offset possible risks. A few of these drugs have a high abuse potential, but most have a low abuse potential. Side effects of these drugs that affect comfort have been minor for the most part.
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