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Angel Stickers and Planners
on Oct 08, 2024
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A patient wants to lose 17 pounds.The nurse is aware that the most successful long-term weight loss programs are which of the following?
A) Programs that get the weight off quickly
B) Programs that include awareness of portion sizes
C) Programs that focus on reducing bad carbohydrates
D) Programs that use purchased premeasured food
Portion Sizes
The amount of a particular food that is served to one person, intended as a single serving.
Weight Loss Programs
Structured strategies and plans designed to help individuals achieve and maintain a desired weight through diet, exercise, and sometimes medical intervention.
Long-Term Weight Loss
The sustainable reduction in body weight over an extended period, typically involving lifestyle changes such as diet and exercise.
- Counsel patients on setting realistic dietary goals and strategies for weight loss that emphasize long-term changes over quick fixes.
Verified Answer
RB
Learning Objectives
- Counsel patients on setting realistic dietary goals and strategies for weight loss that emphasize long-term changes over quick fixes.