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schs14

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A client suggests using prescription medication for weight loss. What does he need to know about this weight-loss strategy?
 a. medication alone can cause obese persons to lose 10 of their weight and maintain that loss for at least one year
  b. no medication is available that can be used long-term without adverse side effects
  c. risks have not been found related to the use of prescription weight-loss drugs over time
  d. cellulite can be resolved with medications containing phenylpropanolamine

Question 2

A side effect of Orlistat, which inhibits fat absorption, is:
 a. vitamin A, D, E, and K malabsorption.
  b. high blood pressure.
  c. constipation.
  d. insomnia.



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Answer to Question 1

b

Answer to Question 2

a



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