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Nurse Nurse and Adult Obesity Prevention and Treatment American Nurse Practitioner Foundation White Paper

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Table 1: BMI calculation formula BMI is calculated by the following formula. BMI = 703 x Weight (lb) / Height 2 (in 2) or BMI = Weight (kg) / Height 2 (m 2)

BMI Classification 18.5 to 24.9 Normal Weight 25 to 29.9 Overweight 30 to 34.9 Category 1 Obesity 35 to 39.9 Category 2 Obesity 40 + Category 3 Extreme Obesity

For example, a 172 pound weight 5 ft 11 inch man is calculated as follows: 703 x 172/712 = 703 x 172/5041 = 23.98 BMI

Table 2: Measure the 10 steps waist circumference to evaluate and treat the height and weight of obesity degree. Based on the information obtained in Steps 1 to 3 for evaluating comorbidity diseases, it is decided whether to treat the patient. Are patients ready and motivated? Which diet would you recommend? Discuss the goals of sports activities. Please check the diary of weekly meals and activities. Please provide the patient with a copy of the meal information. 10. Record patient measurements and targets and schedule follow-up observations within 2-4 weeks.

From: National Institutes of Health. Clinical guidelines for identification, evaluation and treatment of overweight and obesity in adult patients

Table 3: Screening for eating disorders, eating disorders, especially bulimia, may complicate the treatment of obesity. Screening for eating disorders involves asking the following questions.

Source: Clinical System Improvement Research Center (ICSI). Prevention and management of obesity (adolescents and adults) Bloomington (MN): Clinical System Improvement Research Center (ICSI), 98th April 2011

If the patient answers "yes" to any of the above questions, consider further assessment or referral to dietitians or behavioral health professionals specializing in eating disorders or health psychology and dealing with obese patients. More comprehensive screening tool including SCOFF questionnaire or diet attitude test (EAT-24)

• Have you eaten lots of food in a short time? For example, do you eat more food than other foods, such as two hours? What? Have you ever thought about you? Can not you stop eating even if it is full? What did you do when you were full? (For example, have you attempted to 'get rid of' extra calories you eat by doing the same? Evoked vomiting])?

Table 4: Evidence-based nutritional intervention: What is effective? Self-selected diet therapy • Dietitian participation if possible • Diary diary • Setting daily calorie restriction • Partial management • Breakfast

• Self-help books recommended • List of Alliance Professional - Dietitian - psychologist - Sports Trainer

• Meal substitution • Prescription of meals • Patient handouts • Community and Internet resources • Food sample

Dr. Scunlon is a senior lecturer and coordinator of the Lagoudian University nursing department and midwife Bandola nurse practicing medicine program in Victoria, Australia. He is a nurse practicing practitioner at the Department of Neurosurgery Austin Health and is currently a candidate for a doctoral course at the University of Sydney Nursing and Midwifery. He is a member of the Education Group, the International Nursing Council, and the Advanced Medical Care Network.

The American College of Physician Physicians funds those interested in becoming nurse practitioners and the Emergency Nurse Foundation Association provides subsidies to nurses working in the emergency room. In order to find an organization and give what is most suitable for your own interest, you need to consider focusing on your attention. Another funding option to consider is that these grants are focused on specific universities and nursing programs throughout the country. If you think you are willing to respond flexibly to your registered care plan, you can get additional funding. Always check what kind of school, degree, course is.

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