A 17-year-old with obesity (BMI 38) presents. Which pediatric obesity management is recommended?...

Question

A 17-year-old with obesity (BMI 38) presents. Which pediatric obesity management is recommended?

Accepted Answer

Consider pharmacotherapy and referral for metabolic/bariatric surgery in severe obesity

Answer

Lifestyle only; no medications or surgery at any age

Answer

No labs needed

Answer

Keto diet mandated

Answer

Weight loss should be deferred until adulthood

us-usmle-step-2 MCQ (SBA): Pediatric Obesity