Childhood Overweight and Obesity (Exam 2) Questions With Correct Answers.

Childhood Overweight and Obesity (Exam 2) Prevalence of childhood obesity since 1980? - ANS it has tripled Health risks of obese children: (list) - ANS -high BP/cholesterol -increased risk of impaired glucose tolerance, insulin resistance, and T2DM -breathing problems -joint problems -fatty liver disease/gallstones/GERD -social and psychological problems (discrimination, poor self-esteem) Approximately _____ of overweight preschool children, ____ of overweight school-age children, and ____ of overweight teenagers grow up to be obese as adults - ANS 1/3, 1/2, 3/4 Prevention of overweight/obesity: - ANS -limit sugary beverages -encourage healthy foods (fruits, vegetables) -limit fast food and portion sizes -eat breakfast -limit screen time -encourage high calcium/fiber diets -follow DRI for macros -limit energy-dense foods -promote physical activity -encourage family mealtimes AND prevention of overweight/obesity: - ANS -integrate education with supportive environmental change -include both nutrition/physical education -promote community engagement in schools/childcare -policies that limit food availability Main treatment approach for obesity: - ANS 4-stage approach What are the 4 stages of the 4-stage approach? - ANS 1) prevention plus 2) structured weight management (SWM) 3) comprehensive multidisciplinary interventions (CMI) 4) tertiary care intervention (reserved for severely obese adolescents) What is the prevention plus stage? - ANS -stage 1 -assist family in making changes to diet -behavior change in steps with frequent follow-ups