Question

question 5 of 10
which step is a physician most likely to take first with a patient who has a family history of obesity?
a. give diet recommendations
b. perform blood tests
c. perform genetic screening
d. perform surgery

Explanation:

To determine the first step a physician takes for a patient with a family history of obesity, we analyze each option:

• Option A: Diet recommendations are a general first - line approach for obesity prevention/management, even with a family history, as lifestyle changes are foundational.
• Option B: Blood tests are more for assessing current health (e.g., cholesterol, glucose) rather than the first step for a family history of obesity.
• Option C: Genetic screening for obesity - related genes is not typically the first step; it's more of a specialized or later - stage assessment.
• Option D: Surgery is a last - resort treatment for severe obesity, not a first step.

So, the most likely first step is to give diet recommendations.

Answer:

A. Give diet recommendations