Obesity Flashcards
1
Q
Obesity definition:
A
Excess accumulation of body fat relative to lean body mass that results from excessive caloric intake relative to energy expenditure.
2
Q
Obesity is a BMI greater than?
A
The 95th percentile
3
Q
Obesity differentials:
A
Endocrine dysfunction Congenital disorders, short stature Large frame Muscular hypertrophy Medication induced obesity (corticosteroids, psychotropic drugs)
4
Q
Obesity labs:
A
CBC
UA
Thyroid function
Lipid profile
5
Q
At risk for obesity if BMI is between ___ and ___ or if rapid weight gain of greater than ___ BMI units in one year:
A
85th and 95th percentile
2 BMI units
