Rosa was at her doctor's office for her yearly checkup

She knew she had been experiencing some weight gain and had good intentions over the last year to get that under control. However, she was appalled and shocked to find her body mass index was 32.5. What will the doctor say about her current weight?
a) The doctor will likely diagnose her with bulimia nervosa.
b) The doctor will classify her as being obese.
c) Her physician will show concern about her weight and ask her about the possibility of having anorexia nervosa.
d) Her doctor will congratulate her on the changes in body weight because she is now at a healthy target weight.


Answer: b

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