30 Questions
Which method is NOT mentioned for assessing body composition?
Blood test
What is the BMI threshold for obesity in Japan?
≥ 24.9
Which type of obesity is more closely related to elevated cardiometabolic risk?
Visceral obesity
What is the waist circumference threshold for increased health risk in women?
80cm
What is the best practical predictor of visceral fat?
Sagittal diameter
What is the main cause of obesity according to the text?
Increased calorie intake
What is the main function of leptin hormone?
Regulating weight
Which of the following statements about overweight and obesity is true?
Exercise and dietary changes are the main contributors to weight loss
What is the per capita spending difference between an obese individual and someone of normal body weight in Australia?
$830 more for an obese individual
What is considered the second leading cause of preventable death in the United States?
Obesity and sedentary lifestyle
What is the main characteristic of overweight and obesity?
Abnormal or excessive fat accumulation
What does Body Mass Index (BMI) indicate?
Height-to-weight ratio
What is the BMI range for obesity in Australia?
30 or higher
Is a given BMI always considered 'unhealthy'?
No, a high BMI is not always unhealthy
Which factor is thought to be a genetic cause of obesity in at least half of human cases?
Body fat distribution
What happens to growth hormone and gonadal hormone secretion as individuals age?
Decreases
What is the set-point theory in relation to weight loss?
Weight loss patients tend to gain more weight unless they restrict calories or increase physical activity
Why is augmenting energy expenditure through medications complicated?
It leads to increased blood pressure and heart rate
What hormone is dramatically reduced following gastric bypass weight loss surgery?
Ghrelin
Which of the following hormones predominantly stimulate carbohydrate intake?
Neuropeptide Y
Which of the following gut peptides is involved in reduced food intake and satiety?
All of the above
Which of the following is a key consideration when evaluating an obese patient?
Their weight
What is a common barrier to weight loss in obese patients?
Obesity and its comorbidities are often silent
What is the recommended BMI range for individuals seeking professional help with weight loss?
38 or more
What should be the initial step in the clinical evaluation of an obese patient?
Assess the barriers to, and benefits of, weight loss
Which of the following can be a medical cause of obesity?
Smoking cessation
What should be obtained when taking a patient's history of obesity?
Their age of onset of obesity
What should an exercise history evaluate in an obese patient?
Their exercise barriers
When may exercise testing be appropriate for an obese patient?
To assess their cardiovascular disease risk
What is a key factor in building rapport with obese patients?
Being compassionate and understanding
Test your knowledge on the pathophysiology of obesity, including genetic causes, body fat distribution, and how these factors can impact patients' efforts to manage their weight.
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