Author Question: The nurse is asked to speak about weight loss drugs to a group of bariatric clients. What would they ... (Read 284 times)

nmorano1 · **on:** Aug 2, 2018

The nurse is asked to speak about weight loss drugs to a group of bariatric clients. What would they be told about phentermine, an FDA-approved drug for weight loss?

A) It works by making the body think it is full.
B) It is approved for approximately 6 months of use.
C) Tolerance may develop after only a few weeks.
D) It is a peripheral nervous system drug.

Question 2

The nurse is asked to provide education to an obese client diagnosed with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease. After a discussion of possible causes, the nurse recommends:

1. A modified diet for slow weight loss. 2. Bariatric surgery. 3. A rapid weight loss program. 4. A low-fiber diet.

Liamb2179 · **Reply #1 on:** Aug 2, 2018

Answer to Question 1

C
Feedback:
The FDA has approved several appetite suppressants; phentermine is one. Tolerance may develop after only a few weeks, and there is a risk of abuse.

Answer to Question 2

1
Rationale: In an overweight or obese client with fatty liver disease, slow weight loss should be recommended. Rapid weight loss through excessive dieting or bypass surgery should be avoided since it contributes to fatty liver disease. A high-fiber diet is recommended for weight loss and bowel health.