The client has requested information from the nurse about how to lose weight. Which of the following is an appropriate client goal?
1. Weight loss of 6% of current body weight in one month
2. Weight loss of 12% of current body weight in 6 months
3. Participate in 75 minutes of aerobic activity each day
4. Verbalize methods to reduce weight through dietary planning
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Rationale: Losing more than 5% in one month or more than 10% of their weight in 6 months is too drastic. Thirty minutes of aerobic activity each day is enough to help a client lose weight. Not every client can tolerate 75 minutes of physical activity each day. It would be appropriate to expect the client to verbalize methods to reduce their weight through dietary planning.
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