The nurse is educating a client about ways to lose weight successfully and safely. Which recommendations does the nurse include in the teaching session?
Standard Text: Select all that apply.
1. Increase the amount carbohydrates in the diet.
2. Reduce calories in the diet.
3. Increase physical activity.
4. Increase the amount of protein in the diet.
5. Increase the amount of fats in the diet.
Correct Answer: 2,3
Rationale 1: In terms of weight loss or gain, the source of the calories—whether they be carbohydrates, proteins, or lipids—does not matter.
Rationale 2: The most successful diet plans always include a reduction in calories.
Rationale 3: The most successful diet plans always include increased physical activity.
Rationale 4: In terms of weight loss or gain, the source of the calories—whether they be carbohydrates, proteins, or lipids—does not matter.
Rationale 5: In terms of weight loss or gain, the source of the calories—whether they be carbohydrates, proteins, or lipids—does not matter.
Global Rationale: The most successful diet plans always include a reduction in calories and an increase in physical activity. In terms of weight loss or gain, the source of the calories—whether they be carbohydrates, proteins, or lipids—does not matter.
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