The nurse explains to an obese patient that initial medically supervised weight reduction includes which components(s)? (select all that apply.)
a. General health assessment
b. Specialized exercise program
c. Participation in a support group
d. Stress reduction
e. Surgery
A, B, C, D
Dietary control and exercise are the main treatments for obesity. A general health assessment should be conducted before a patient is placed on a weight reduction diet. A provider will usually prescribe a lower-calorie diet and exercise. The patient is taught ways to change thinking about food and weight. Those with a BMI over 40 may have surgery to achieve weight reduction if they meet established criteria. Participation in a support group and behavior modification with some sort of reward for weight loss are part of the total treatment plan. Teaching stress reduction and alternate ways of coping are essential to success. Medications that suppress appetite or block fat absorption may be used on a short-term basis. Surgery would be a last resort.
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