Question

A client with obesity reports several failed attempts at weight loss. Which client statement best indicates that the client is ready and motivated for successful weight loss? 1. "I have signed up to be a dog walker when I normally would watch television." 2. "I understand that losing weight would improve my health and well-being." 3. "I want to lose 8 pounds (3.6 kg) so that my formal gown will fit in 4 weeks." 4. "My spouse and children are always encouraging me to eat healthier."

Answer 1

Answer:

A client with obesity reports several failed attempts at weight loss. Which client statement best indicates that the client is ready and motivated for successful weight loss? 1. "I have signed up to be a dog walker when I normally would watch television." 2. "I understand that losing weight would improve my health and well-being." 3. "I want to lose 8 pounds (3.6 kg) so that my formal gown will fit in 4 weeks." 4. "My spouse and children are always encouraging me to eat healthier."

Explanation:

Answer 3. "I want to lose 8 pounds (3.6 kg) so that my formal dress stays in 4 weeks, it is the statement that best indicates that the client is ready and motivated to start losing weight, as he first says." I want to " , and who wants can, also says it in the present tense; then he has an objective in mind, which is that the dress that can not be put on now, it can do so in 4 weeks, which motivates him to get the plan of slimming.