Management of Obesity

Question 1

How is BMI calculated?

Answer 1

BMI = Weight (kg)/(Height in metres)^2

Question 2

What are the classification categories of BMI?

Answer 2

Underweight = <18.5

Healthy = 24.9-18.5

Overweight = 25-29.9

Obese = > 30

Severe obesity = >40

Question 3

How can health professionals intervene and promote weight loss?

Answer 3

Lifestyle interventions:

• Diet
• Physical activity
• Behavioural issues

Bariatric surgery

Question 4

What are the stages of obesity management?

Answer 4

1) Health promotion
2) Lifestyle Interventions
3) Surgery