A nurse is evaluating the teaching of weight reduction strategies to a client with obesity. Which of the following statements indicate that the client understands the teaching? Select all that apply.

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Clients aiming to achieve a healthy weight must take a multifaceted approach to eating and implement lifestyle changes. The nurse can assist clients with these changes by helping them form realistic and consistent modifications. Effective strategies include: Eliminating sugar-containing beverages (eg, soda, juice, alcohol) to decrease non-nutritive caloric intake Setting realistic goals to maintain motivation and prevent frustration and abandoned efforts; 1-2 lb (0.45-0.91 kg) per week is a healthy, realistic goal (Option B). Planning healthy meals and keeping nutritious snacks readily available to decrease likelihood of poor dietary choices (eg, fast food, vending machines) (Option C) Eating small, frequent meals to decrease hunger and tendency to overeat Exercising about 30-60 minutes daily to promote weight reduction. Even small changes (eg, parking further away, using stairs instead of the elevator) can have long-term benefits (Option E). Getting adequate sleep (usually about 7-9 hours/night); sleep deprivation is associated with weight gain and obesity. (Option A) Juice contains high amounts of natural sugar and is not an appropriate alternative for soda. (Option D) Skipping meals for caloric reduction has been shown to increase the tendency to overeat at subsequent meals. Educational objective: To promote effective weight loss, the nurse teaches the client to eliminate sugar-containing beverages; aim to lose about 1-2 lb (0.45-0.91 kg) per week; eat small, frequent meals; incorporate daily exercise with increasing intensity; and get about 7-9 hours of sleep per night.

A Nurse Is Evaluating the Teaching of Weight Reduction Strategies