In medicine, the five A’s are assess, advise, agree, assist, and arrange. They’re typically used to help patients quit smoking, but tune in to hear Dr. Brian McDonough make a case for their use in encouraging patients to exercise and adopt an active lifestyle.
Applying the 5 A’s to Fitness: How to Encourage Patients to Exercise

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In medicine, the five A’s are assess, advise, agree, assist, and arrange. They’re typically used to help patients quit smoking, but tune in to hear Dr. Brian McDonough make a case for their use in encouraging patients to exercise and adopt an active lifestyle.
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