Aaron,16 Years Old,is Being Seen for a Routine Physical

question 14

Multiple Choice

Aaron,16 years old,is being seen for a routine physical.He has a body mass index (BMI) of 27.Assuming that a full nutritional assessment has been completed,what recommendations should be made to Aaron in regards to energy balance?

• A)Maintain his current level of activity and nutritional intake
• B)Decrease caloric intake,and increase physical activity
• C)Increase his caloric intake and maintain activity levels
• D)Suggest a program in behaviour modification

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