Author Question: A client has been on a weight-reduction program for 2 months. The nurse anticipates that the total ... (Read 26 times)

jwb375 · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

A client has been on a weight-reduction program for 2 months. The nurse anticipates that the total weight loss for this time frame should be:

1. 60 pounds.
2. 16 pounds.
3. 6 pounds.
4. 30 pounds.

Question 2

The nurse is teaching a client about obesity. The nurse states that obesity is defined as being ___ above ideal body weight. Standard Text: Record your answer rounding to the nearest whole number.

What will be an ideal response?

atrochim · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 2
Rationale 1: The nurse should be very concerned about the weight loss of 60 pounds within 2 months. The client is at high risk for nutritional deficiency.
Rationale 2: A 16-pound loss in 8 weeks is acceptable. Weight loss of 12 pounds per week is usually a realistic goal and is physically safe.
Rationale 3: The loss of 6 pounds in 2 months usually indicates that the client has not adhered to the weight-reduction strategy.
Rationale 4: Thirty pounds in 2 months is excessive weight loss and is potentially unhealthy.
Global Rationale: Weight loss of 0.5 to 1 kg (1 to 2 lb) per week is usually a realistic goal and is physically safe. In eight weeks (2 months) weight loss should be 816 pounds.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 20
Rationale: In simple terms, obesity is the state of being more than 20 above the ideal weight. Ideal weight fluctuates, depending on the person's gender, height, and general build.
Global Rationale: In simple terms, obesity is the state of being more than 20 above the ideal weight. Ideal weight fluctuates, depending on the person's gender, height, and general build.