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Guidelines on Overweight and Obesity: Electronic Textbook |
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Assessment and ClassificationWhen assessing a patient as a candidate for weight loss therapy, consider the patient's body mass index (BMI), waist circumference, and overall risk status. Consideration also needs to be given to the patient's motivation to lose weight. |