Self-perceived vs actual and desired weight and body mass index in adult ambulatory general internal medicine patients: a cross sectional study
Conclusions
Many obese patients inaccurately perceive their BMI categories; accuracy decreases with increasing BMI. Clinicians should inform patients of their BMIs and prescribe treatment plans for those with overweight and obesity.
Source: BMC Obesity - Category: Eating Disorders and Weight Management Source Type: research
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