Alison Skellenger RN Amanda Sprague RN Childhood Obesity issue and its relevance to nursing was made clear The learner objectives for the seminar are clear measurable and relevant to the issue 1 2 slides ID: 767703
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Alison Skellenger, R.N.Amanda Sprague , R.N. Childhood Obesity
issue and its relevance to nursing was made clear. The learner objectives for the seminar are clear, measurable, and relevant to the issue. (1 -2 slides) The prevalence of childhood obesity has risen rapidly. The issue is affecting the very rich and the very poor This issue is an urgent public health concern. Children with obesity have long-term morbidity and mortality risks. INTRODUCTION
LEARNING OBJECTIVES Identify risk factors associated with childhood obesity Identify diseases that are associated with obesity and how to educate children and their families Be able to identify approaches that are successful in tackling this epidemic
Let’s Take Action Improve access to healthy foods decreasing the exposure that children have to unhealthy choices access to waterlimit the amount of unhealthy foods in schoolsIncrease the nutrition literacy of children include health education in core curriculumfood preparation classes available to children and caregivers Weight Management services to children affected by being overweight or obese family based services multi-approach including: physical, nutritional, and psychosocial
As healthcare professionals it is our responsibility to educate and motivate our youth to good health. The healthcare sector is collaboratively accountable along with members of the community and lawmakers to act promptly so that future risk of this epidemic will be avoided. Professional nurses witness first-hand the effects of childhood obesity as they treat children in emergency rooms, primary care offices, school clinics and other settings. Preventing disease and promoting healthy lifestyles are standards of nursing practice— fundamental to almost everything nurses do in patient and community education. The ANA believes if America does not mount a concentrated effort to control childhood obesity, the American child will have a life span that is years less than any previous American generation. Healthcare Professional's Responsibility
IInferences and Implications Increased healthcare costs Healthcare premiums go up for everyone, overweight or not Increased risk of childhood asthma, sleep apnea and depressionOverweight children had 5-year combined medical bills 9.8 million higher than normal weight kids
Inferences and ImplicationsIncreased non-communicable diseases Early type 2 diabetes Cardiovascular disease Emotional problems and low self esteemIncreased musculoskeletal disordersOverweight children become overweight adults
Inferences and ImplicationsMultifocal approach Involves home, school, and community Focus on meals, classroom activities, sports, and play activities Change the community-fast food restaurants and accessibility to healthy options
Inferences and ImplicationsHealthy kids out of school.org - drink right-choose water not sugary sodas and juices - move more-get out and exercise - snack smart-choose fruits and vegetablesLet’s move childcare initiative -created by Michelle Obama -provide 1-2 hours of physical activity a day -limit screen time to 30 minutes per week -stop sugary drinks and provide low fat milk
Appetite control learned earlyphysical activity early Assess parents nutrition education and health literacy family eating and exercise behavior Inappropriate marketing to kids and excessive availabilityRecommendations
ConclusionChildren are our future. It is so important that we take a stand and work together to ensure our nation’s children grow up healthy. Teaching them how to eat right and showing them the importance of physical activity will go a long way towards helping fight the war against childhood obesity. They deserve the right to become healthy, active adults with a bright future that isn’t haunted by chronic disease and disability.
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