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Module B

Obese person or overweight with obesity-associated condition(s) [ H ] Sidebar B: Interventions Based on Risk and BMI
Obtain medical history, physical examination, and laboratory tests as indicated Assess behavioral patterns and previous weight loss attempts [ I ]
Assess patient's readiness to lose weight [ J ]
Is patient ready to lose weight? Obesity-associated conditions: - Hypertension - Type 2 Diabetes - Dyslipidemia - Metabolic Syndrome - Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Discuss treatment options Reach shared decision about goals and treatment plan [ K ]
Initiate interventions based on risk level and patient preferences (See sidebar B) Assess periodically [ L ]
Is patient losing weight? [ M ] Continue, encourage, and monitor
Has goal been met?
Reinforce knowledge, motivation, skills, and support [ P ] Assess adherence and modify treatment [ O ]
Reassess readiness to lose weight and follow up Continue monitoring until goals are met Congratulate and initiate relapse prevention and maintenance [ N ]