Comprehensive Guide to Evaluating and Treating Overweight and Obesity in Children

This convenient point-of-care resource, developed by the American Academy of Pediatrics Section on Obesity, provides healthcare practitioners with an evidence-based quick reference guide for evaluating and treating overweight and obesity in the clinical setting.

The content is grounded in the latest clinical practice guideline from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and includes guidance on:

• Evidence and recommendations
• Evaluation for primary well-child visits
• Treatment for obesity follow-up and sick visits
• Office resources, supports, and operations

This comprehensive guide is designed to support the assessment and treatment of overweight and obesity in children of all ages. The chart can be kept on hand throughout the clinical day to provide quick and easy access to the latest guidance and recommendations.

Contents

The guide consists of 20 tabs, covering a range of topics, including:

• AAP Key Action Statements
• AAP Consensus Recommendations
• Algorithm for Pediatric Overweight and Obesity Evaluation
• Risk factors and physical examination findings
• Commonly prescribed medications and weight gain
• Conditions that occur with obesity
• Treatment options, including intensive health behavior and lifestyle treatment
• Office resources, supports, and operations, including coding for overweight and obesity
• The 5210 Healthy Habits Questionnaire for ages 2-9 and 10+

By following the guidance and recommendations outlined in this comprehensive resource, healthcare practitioners can provide high-quality care for children with overweight and obesity, and support their journey towards a healthier lifestyle.

Published by the American Academy of Pediatrics in August 2023, this guide is an essential resource for any healthcare practitioner working with children and adolescents.

Language: English

ISBN: 9781610026741, 9781610026758