Table 1 Overview of the components of the 5A intervention
5A’s | Content |
|---|---|
ASK | • Discuss weight and motivation with the patient |
ASSESS | • Assess health status and obesity class, comorbidities and causes of weight gain |
ADVISE | • Advise on obesity risks, benefits of weight loss and treatment options |
AGREE | • Agree on health outcomes, weight loss expectations and treatment plan |
ASSIST | • Assist the patient in the continuous process of weight management and arrange follow-up visits |