Obesity

What BMI defines obesity?

BMI ≥ 30

T/F: Waist circumference used to assess abdominal fat

True

Which is a social determinant of health of obesity?

All of the above

Where does obesity rank among the top 10 health issues?

Second

T/F: Genetics the strongest contributor to obesity.

False

Which condition is NOT commonly associated with obesity

Appendicitis

“Diabesity” refers to a cluster of metabolic risk factors including

All of the above

Bariatrics the medical study of

Obesity

Childhood obesity is defined as BMI at or above the:

95th percentile

T/F: Obese children 10× more likely to become obese adults

True

What is a major contributor to obesity in older adults?

Decreased physical activity

T/F: Classifying obesity as a disease improve insurance coverage.

True

Obesity increases the probability of developing depression by:

55%

Vitamin D deficiency is defined as:

T/F: Hypothyroidism reduces metabolic rate and causes weight gain.

True

Which U.S. region has the highest obesity prevalence

Midwest

Obesity prevalence among African American women is

56.9%

BMI > 50 is associated with what condition?

Lymphedema

T/F: Sleep apnea is commonly linked to obesity.

True

Which measure is NOT used to diagnose obesity?

Blood type

Individuals with repeated failed weight-loss attempts are more likely to:

Remain obese or need bariatric surgery

Phentermine is used for:

Weight loss

Which referral might OT make for a patient with obesity?

Bariatric specialist

Obesity hypoventilation syndrome is related to:

Sleep apnea and breathing difficulties

T/F: OTs can educate clients on stress management related to obesity.

True