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Part of a series of activities on Addressing Obesity: A Community of Practice, this interactive real-world experience patient scenario will focus on how to interact with a patient about obesity and asking for permission to discuss weight.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, participants should be able to:

• Ask permission before discussing weight and respect patient’s autonomy if they are not ready to address the issue
• Use motivational interviewing techniques to build rapport with patients

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Addressing Obesity: A Community of Practice Series

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