Overweight and Obesity

What is the BMI range for normal body weight?

• 18.5-24.9

• 25-29.9

• 30-34.9

• 35-39.9

• > 40

What BMI classification is considered underweight?

• 18.5-24.9

• 25-29.9

• 30-34.9

• < 18.5

• > 40

What is the BMI range for obesity (Class I)?

• 30-34.9

• 35-39.9

• < 18.5

• > 40

What is the BMI range for obesity (Class II)?

• 30-34.9

• 35-39.9

• < 18.5

• > 40

What is the BMI range for obesity (Class III)?

• 30-34.9

• 35-39.9

• < 18.5

• > 40

What BMI range is considered overweight

• 18.5-24.9

• 25-29.9

• 30-34.9

• < 18.5

• > 40

A 32-year-old female patient comes to the clinic for her annual check-up. She reports a weight gain of 10 pounds since her last visit. Her height is 5'5" (65 inches) and her current weight is 155 pounds. Calculate her Body Mass Index (BMI) and determine her weight classification based on the BMI. What is the patient's BMI based on the information provided?

• 22.4

• 25.8

• 27.9

• 30.5

Answer explanation

BMI = ( 𝒘𝒆𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕 (𝒌𝒈) / [𝒉𝒆𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕 𝒎 ]² ) (kg/m²)

BMI = (𝒘𝒆𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕 (𝒍𝒃𝒔) / [𝒉𝒆𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕 (𝒊𝒏)]² ) x 703 (kg/m²)

What does BMI stand for and what is its relationship with disease risk?

• Body Mass Index; It provides an estimate of body fat and is related to disease risk.

• Body Measurement Index; It measures height and weight only.

• Body Mass Indicator; It measures muscle mass and bone density.

• Body Fat Calculator; It calculates total body fat percentage only.

Which of the following statements are true about weight gain and weight loss? SATA

• Weight gain occurs when energy intake exceeds energy expenditure

• A cumulative energy deficit of 3500 kcal is required to lose 1 pound of body weight

• Diets high in saturated fat and simple carbohydrates may impair the regulation of hormones that suppress appetite.

• Energy deficit occurs when energy intake exceeds energy requirements

• Weight loss drugs work primarily by increasing appetite

Which of the following medications are known to cause weight gain? SATA

• Antipsychotics

• Mood stabilizers

• Antidepressants

• Antiepileptics

• Diabetes medications

Answer explanation

and Steroids