Question

A 29-year-old pregnant woman at 10 weeks gestation has a BMI of 35. According to NICE guidelines, which advice is most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Encourage healthy eating and physical activity, avoid excessive weight gain

Answer

Advise rapid weight loss through a low-calorie diet

Answer

No particular advice is needed

Answer

Suggest immediate bariatric surgery

Answer

Weight loss medications are safe in pregnancy

Practice question

A 29-year-old pregnant woman at 10 weeks gestation has a BMI of 35. According to NICE guidelines, which advice is most appropriate?