Nudge Theory Use to Decrease Obesity and Prevent Stroke
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Mary Poyner Reed, PhD, MSN, RN, CNRN, ANP - Nursing, Children's Hospital of Boston, Boston, MA, USA
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- Alpha Chi
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- Children's Hospital of Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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Abstract
Nudge Theory is a useful tool for improving health care for children with emphasize on decreasing obesity which is a major risk factor in childhood stroke prevention. Nudge theory was created by Nobel prize winning psychologists Daniel Kahneman an Amos Tversy and can proactively change behavior.
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45th Biennial Convention 2019 Theme: Connect. Collaborate. Catalyze.
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2019-10-30T18:58:14Z
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| Format | Text-based Document |
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| Evidence Level | N/A |
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| Keywords | Nudge Theory; Behavior Motivation; Childhood Stroke |
Conference Information
| Name | 45th Biennial Convention |
| Host | Sigma Theta Tau International |
| Location | Washington, DC, USA |
| Date | 2019 |
| Date | 2019 |
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