Browsing by Subjects (CINAHL) "Obesity"
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An evaluation of the 5 A's Model used in behavioral counseling of obese patients in a primary care setting
Purpose: To implement an intensive counseling method using the 5 A’s model for obese adults to aid in weight loss. Design: A quality improvement project was implemented within an inner-city primary care clinic in ... -
Overcoming barriers and increasing confidence of providers and nurses in addressing overweight and obesity
(2016-09-22)The purpose of this DNP project was to improve weight loss management by decreasing barriers and increasing health care provider and nurse confidence in addressing overweight and obesity with patients. The project took ... -
The relationship among school playground design and conditions and physical activity levels in children
Almost 20% of children aged 6 to 11 years are obese in the United States, tripling over the last ten years. The rise in childhood obesity challenges nurses in their efforts to improve community health and sustainability. ... -
A theory-based, web-mediated physical activity intervention for college women
Physical inactivity increases the risk for heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and obesity. Females, more than males, become increasingly inactive as they age. The primary aim was to develop and measure the effect of a ...