Childhood obesity Flashcards
1
Q
Define obesity with BMI for:
obesity
overweight
A
BMI > 98th centile
BMI > 981st centile
2
Q
Causes
Investigations
A
Lifestyle
Hypothyrodism
Cushing’s
No shoes and light clothing for measuring height and weight
3
Q
Management:
Basics
Further options
A
Address diet:
- minimize snacks
- consider different dietary approach
Encourage exercise
CBT and other therapies
Dietician referral
4
Q
Complications
A
Hypertension Endocrine - T2DM, PCOS Ortho problems Idiopathic intracranial hypertension Asthma Depression
