The nurse correctly states that orlistat (Alli) is effective in weight loss because the medication inhibits fat absorption by approximately ______%. Standard Text: Record your answer rounding to the nearest whole number
What will be an ideal response?
Correct Answer: 30
Rationale: Orlistat inhibits fat absorption by approximately 30%.
Global Rationale: Orlistat inhibits fat absorption by approximately 30%.
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