Fast Facts: Obesity
Not to broach the subject of excess weight with a patient is a dereliction of duty as a healthcare professional, say the authors of 'Fast Facts: Obesity'. "Patients who smoke are rapidly identified for intervention, and the same should be true of anyone who is obese".
Every consultation is an opportunity to educate and encourage patients to pursue better health. 'Fast Facts: Obesity' is packed with practical advice on how best to support patients to improve their nutrition and levels of physical activity, and change their habits, with simple and achievable goals tailored to individual needs and concerns.
This highly readable handbook also provides a comprehensive overview of:
the causes and consequences of obesity
the latest information on pharmacological and surgical options
the issues specific to the management of obesity in children, pregnant women and the elderly.
The authors say: “The opportunity to educate others and exert influence can be leveraged at many levels, even with limited amounts of time.” Reading 'Fast Facts: Obesity' is an excellent starting point for any healthcare professional who wants to understand this major threat to human health and ultimately improve outcomes.
Contents:
Patient assessment
Causes and science
Cardiometabolic consequences
Other consequences
Management: diet
Management: physical activity
Management: behavioral therapy
Pharmacological and surgical treatments
Children, the elderly and pregnant women
Management tools, prevention and advocacy
Useful resources
The health risks of excess weight figure
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