A Nurse Is Educating an Obese Client on Weight Loss

A nurse is educating an obese client on weight loss. Which of the following statements made by the client indicate teaching has been successful? Select all that apply.

A) I have a lower risk of becoming protein-depleted during weight loss.
B) If I lose more than 2 pounds per week, it will likely be a loss of lean muscle tissue.
C) I'm more likely to lose body protein due to decreased intake rather than exercise.
D) The quicker I lose weight, the harder it will be to conserve lean muscle tissue.
E) The length of time I diet and my beginning fat content determine how much lean body mass I'll lose.