Slide 1: Childhood Obesity
Kathleen M. Parlanti, RN, BSN The Pennsylvania State University
February 24, 2009
Slide 2: Objectives
• Highlight the significance of obesity in children • Assess factors contributing to childhood obesity • Describe major health risks
Slide 3: Objectives (cont.)
• Discuss the impact of obesity on the healthcare system • Examine the role of the advanced practice nurse (APN)
Slide 4: Significance
• Current trend • Prevalence • Healthy People 2010
Slide 6: Contributing Factors
• • • • Diet Activity level Behavior Environment
Slide 7: Health Risks
• Diabetes mellitus • Hypertension • Heart disease • Asthma • Psychological stigma • Negative body image
Slide 9: Impact on Health Care System
• • • • • Increased hospitalizations Increased co-morbidity Increased use of medications Poor outcomes Increased cost
Slide 10: Research Recommendations
• • • • • Physical activity Food choices at home Food choices at school Educate Support
Slide 13: Controversies
• Responsible factors • Responsible party • Best action plan
Slide 14: Nursing Implications
• Educate • Advocate • Community • Identify areas of need • Implement programs • Increase awareness
Slide 15: Conclusion
• • • • Obesity is on the rise Long-term health implications Needed research Needed funding
Slide 16: References
American Academy of Pediatrics. (2006). Electronic references. Retrieved September 29, 2006, from http:www.aap.org American Obesity Association. (2006). Electronic references. Retrieved September 29, 2006, from http:www.obesity.org Center For Disease Control and Prevention. (2009). Electronic references. Retrieved February 25, 2009, from http:www.cdc.gov Homer, C. and Simpson, L. A. (2007). Perspective: Childhood obesity: What’s health care policy got to do with it? Health Affairs, 26, 441-444.
