The client with morbid obesity asks the nurse why leptin is not used for weight reduction.Which response would be most appropriate for the nurse?
A) "Oral leptin would cause an increase in body mass index."
B) "Obese individuals develop a resistance to the effects of leptin."
C) "Leptin supplement is only effective in individuals with normal body weight."
D) "The amount of leptin required would potentiate nephrotoxicity."
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