A 71-year-old female client has functional limitations, in part caused by obesity. The nurse is discussing the need to lose weight with this client but she is not receptive to the idea
What is one reason this woman might have for not agreeing with the suggestion to lose weight? A) The client feels that losing weight can cause a strain on the body.
B) The client feels that she would feel worse if she lost weight.
C) The client does not feel that her weight impedes her functionality.
D) The client does not feel the need to make changes at this point in her life.
D
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Promoting weight loss in obese older adults presents unique challenges. Many older people may not feel a need to make changes at this point in their life.
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