In counseling a client who is obese, the nurse should mention which of the following conditions that are associated with obesity? (Select all that apply.)

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Obesity is a well-known risk factor for several chronic health conditions. It is directly associated with an increased risk of hypertension (A), coronary heart disease (B), and diabetes mellitus (C) due to the strain it puts on the body's systems. Obesity can also increase the risk of stroke (E) by contributing to other risk factors such as hypertension and diabetes. Lung cancer (D) is not directly associated with obesity in the same way these other conditions are.

In Counseling a Client Who Is Obese, the Nurse Should