Pediatric Obesity: Prevention, Intervention, and Treatment Strategies for Primary Care

Hassink, Sandra G. MD

Book Information
Edition:	2nd
Publisher:	American Academy of Pediatrics
ISBN:	1-58110-656-4 (1581106564)
ISBN-13:	978-1-58110-656-5 (9781581106565)
Old Edition:	1-58110-221-6
Binding:	Softcover
Copyright:	2014
Publish Date:	01/14
Weight:	1.57 Lbs.
Pages:	241
Carton Quantity:	22
Subject Class:	FAM (Family Medicine)
Return Policy:	Returns accepted up to 12 months provided no other recalls or return restrictions apply.
Table Of Contents:	View
Contributing Authors:	View

Class Specifications
Discipline:	Metabolic Dis
Subject Definition:	Obesity-Prevention & Control; Child
NLM Class:	WD 210
LC Class:	RJ399
Abstract:	Significantly revised and updated, the new 2nd edition of this popular, user-friendly guide offers the latest tools and practice recommendations from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) needed to tackle childhood obesity. The new 2nd edition brings you the latest point-of-care recommendations and ready-to-use tools including: Step-by-step health supervision visit guidance spanning birth through young adulthood. Numerous real-life case studies illustrating family intervention strategies. Newly expanded, easy-to-use format. New chapter titled, "Before Birth: Maternal Health". Patient education handouts, self-assessment forms, and counseling for pediatric patients and families. Coding fact sheets for obesity-related health care services and template letter for handling carrier denials. Growth charts for boys and girls including the new WHO growth charts. And more!

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