The nurse is planning a teaching seminar for a group of teen-age clients who are at risk for obesity. Which of the following will the nurse plan to include in the program for this group?
1. There are drugs that are good to use to reduce weight.
2. Obesity puts the client at risk for anorexia nervosa.
3. The obese client will eventually be bulimic.
4. Prevention of obesity is the priority.
4. Prevention of obesity is the priority.
Rationale:
The young adults who are at risk for obesity need education about changing lifestyles and the importance of preventingobesity as opposed to treating it. Drugs used for obesity are not without risk. Bulemia and anorexia nervosa are not eating disorders that are caused by obesity.
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