A patient wants to lose 17 pounds.The nurse is aware that the most successful long-term weight loss programs are which of the following?

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A successful weight-loss plan involves sustainable lifestyle modifications that include physical activity,self-monitoring,portion control,and knowledge of energy content of food.Getting the weight off quickly is not healthy.The Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension has shown to reduce blood pressure and focuses on reducing the "bad" cholesterol,not the bad carbohydrates.There is a lack of good evidence evaluating the effectiveness of commercial weight-loss programs.

A Patient Wants to Lose 17 Pounds