Multiple Choice
A moderately obese patient has been on a 1000-calorie diet with a daily exercise routine and a prescription for sibutramine (Meridia) for 10 weeks. Which information obtained by the nurse is important to report to the health care provider?
A) The patient has not lost any weight for the last 2 weeks.
B) The patient complains about having chronic constipation.
C) The patient tells the nurse about occasional palpitations.
D) The patient reports walking only 3 days during the last week.
Correct Answer:
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