title: CE: The obesity epidemic, part 2: nursing assessment and intervention.
abstract: Although there are many gaps in our understanding of the mechanisms underlying obesity, several nursing strategies have proven effective in combating this public health crisis. This article, the second in a two-part series, presents a theoretical framework to guide nursing assessment of affected patients and their families, thereby informing intervention. The authors discuss the effects of stigma and bias on the treatment of obesity; how to conduct a thorough assessment of an obese patient; the effectiveness of the most common lifestyle, pharmacologic, and surgical interventions for obesity; and issues to consider in the treatment of obese children. Part 1, which appeared in last month's issue, provided background on the epidemic; defined terms used in obesity treatment; and described pathophysiologic, psychological, and social factors that influence weight control.
authors.affiliation: Geraldine M. Budd is an associate professor and assistant dean for the Harrisburg campus in the Widener University School of Nursing, Harrisburg, PA, and Jane Anthony Peterson is a clinical associate professor in the School of Nursing and Health Studies at the University of Missouri-Kansas City. Contact author: Geraldine M. Budd, gmbudd@widener.edu. The authors and planners have disclosed no potential conflicts of interest, financial or otherwise.
authors.forename: Geraldine M
authors.initials: GM
authors.lastname: Budd
authors.forename: Jane Anthony
authors.initials: JA
authors.lastname: Peterson
mesh_terms: D001291:Attitude of Health Personnel; D004435:Eating; D004496:Education, Continuing; D015444:Exercise; D006801:Humans; D008019:Life Style; D009730:Nursing Assessment; D009765:Obesity / Q000453:epidemiology / Q000451:nursing* / Q000503:physiopathology