A Male Patient Weighs 205 Lb and His Desired Body

A male patient weighs 205 lb and his desired body weight (DBW) is 190 lb. How should the nurse counsel this patient about his weight?

A) He has mild obesity and needs to increase exercise and assess his diet for nutrients and calories.
B) He has moderate obesity and needs to consult a health care provider about weight loss therapy.
C) He is within normal limits and need not be concerned at this time.
D) Further data are needed before an interpretation can be determined.