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Childhood obesity — ABFM Board MCQ

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ModeratePediatrics and adolescent medicineChildhood obesityABFM Board

A 10-year-old girl has BMI at the 97th percentile. Blood pressure is normal. Her parents ask for a practical evidence-based plan. Which of the following would you advise this patient?

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Correct answer: A — Refer to comprehensive intensive family-based behavioral intervention

AAP guidance supports intensive, family-based, multicomponent behavioral treatment for children with obesity.

Reference: AAP Clinical Practice Guidelines: https://www.aap.org/en/quality-improvement/clinical-practice-guidelines/