Lecture 13

Obesity

A disease of energy balance dysregulation characterized by excessive accumulation of fat.

Energy balance dysregulation

An imbalance between calories consumed and calories expended, leading to obesity.

Healthcare utilization

The extent to which healthcare services are used by individuals, particularly those with obesity.

Mental health complications of obesity

Various psychological issues that can arise from or be exacerbated by obesity.

Metabolic complications of obesity

Health issues related to metabolic processes that can be impacted by excess body fat.

Mechanical complications of obesity

Physical problems related to the structure and function of the body due to obesity.

Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI)

An organization that provides data and information on Canada's health systems and the health of Canadians.

Emergency department (ED) visits

Instances in which patients seek medical care in a hospital's emergency department.

Triage score

A rating that helps determine the urgency of a patient's medical needs.

Wait time for physician assessment

The duration a patient must wait to be seen by a doctor in a medical setting.

Length of stay (LOS)

The total time a patient spends in the hospital or emergency department.

Ageism

Discrimination against, or differential treatment towards, older individuals due to stereotypes.

Social isolation

The objective lack of contact with others, which can lead to feelings of loneliness.

Qualitative research

Research that seeks to understand human behavior through subjective accounts and experiences.

Narrative inquiry

A research method focusing on the stories of individuals to gain insights into their experiences.

Interpersonal factors

Individual characteristics that influence how one engages with others.

Social Ecological Model

A framework for understanding the various factors that influence health behaviors and outcomes.

Barriers to physical activity

Obstacles that prevent individuals from engaging in regular exercise.

Facilitators of physical activity

Factors that promote or encourage individuals to participate in exercise.

Health Behavior in School Children Survey

A survey tool used to measure the health behaviors and well-being of school-aged children.

Physical activity (PA)

Any movement that is carried out by the skeletal muscles that requires energy expenditure.

Bingocize®

An evidence-based program designed to promote physical activity among various populations.

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

A neurodevelopmental condition that affects communication and behavior, leading to a wide range of challenges.

Community Based Organizations (CBOs)

Local organizations that provide services and support to community members, often focused on health and well-being.

____ is a disease characterized by excessive accumulation of fat.

Obesity

An imbalance between calories consumed and calories expended leads to ____.

Energy balance dysregulation

The extent of healthcare services utilized by individuals, particularly those with obesity, is referred to as ____.

Healthcare utilization

____ can encompass various psychological issues that are exacerbated by obesity.

Mental health complications of obesity

Health issues related to metabolic processes impacted by excess body fat are known as ____.

Metabolic complications of obesity

Physical problems related to body structure and function due to obesity are termed ____.

Mechanical complications of obesity

The Canadian Institute for Health Information is abbreviated as ____.

CIHI

____ constitutes instances when patients seek care in a hospital's emergency department.

Emergency department (ED) visits

A rating that determines the urgency of a patient's medical needs is called a ____.

Triage score

The total time a patient spends in the hospital or emergency department is referred to as ____.

Length of stay (LOS)

What is obesity?

A disease of energy balance dysregulation characterized by excessive accumulation of fat.

What leads to energy balance dysregulation?

An imbalance between calories consumed and calories expended.

What does healthcare utilization refer to?

The extent to which healthcare services are used by individuals, particularly those with obesity.

What are mental health complications of obesity?

Various psychological issues that can arise from or be exacerbated by obesity.

What are metabolic complications of obesity?

Health issues related to metabolic processes impacted by excess body fat.

What are mechanical complications of obesity?

Physical problems related to the structure and function of the body due to obesity.

What does CIHI stand for?

Canadian Institute for Health Information.

What are emergency department (ED) visits?

Instances when patients seek medical care in a hospital's emergency department.

What is a triage score?

A rating that helps determine the urgency of a patient's medical needs.

What does length of stay (LOS) refer to?

The total time a patient spends in the hospital or emergency department.