Care Plan for Obesity Management
Category: Metabolic Disorders
Assessment
Patient presents with a BMI of 35 and has a history of hypertension and type 2 diabetes .
Diagnosis
Imbalanced nutrition: more than body requirements related to excessive intake and sedentary lifestyle.
Goals
Patient will achieve a weight loss of 1-2 pounds per week. Patient will verbalize understanding of healthy eating habits and the importance of physical activity.
Interventions
Develop a personalized diet plan with the patient that focuses on balanced nutrition and portion control. Encourage regular physical activity, starting with at least 30 minutes of moderate exercise most days of the week. Educate patient on reading food labels and making healthier food choices. Refer to a registered dietitian or a weight management program as needed.
Rationale
These interventions support sustainable weight loss and help manage associated comorbidities like hypertension and diabetes .
Evaluation
Patient's weight and adherence to dietary and physical activity recommendations will be monitored during follow-up visits.
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