Questions and Answers
How do you calculate percentage weight change?
previous weight - current weight / previous weight x 100
What is a significant weight loss percentage?
2 % in a week OR > 7.5 % in 3 months
How do you calculate BMI?
weight (kg) / height (m^2)
What are the BMI ranges?
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How many calories are in one pound?
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What should you do to lose one pound a week?
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Which of the following are recommended patient teachings for weight loss? (Select all that apply)
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What is the dietary guideline for Americans regarding servings of fruits and vegetables?
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What is the best type of fat to consume according to dietary guidelines?
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Study Notes
Weight Change Calculations
- Percentage weight change formula: (previous weight - current weight) / previous weight x 100
- Significant weight loss indicators: greater than 2% in one week or over 7.5% in three months
Body Mass Index (BMI)
- BMI calculation: weight in kilograms divided by height in meters squared (kg/m²)
- BMI classification ranges: underweight (BMI < 18.5), normal weight (18.5 ≤ BMI < 24.9), overweight (25 ≤ BMI < 29.9), obesity (BMI ≥ 30)
Caloric Intake and Weight Management
- One pound of body weight equals 3,500 calories
- To lose one pound per week, decrease daily caloric intake by 500 calories
Patient Education for Weight Loss
- Encourage monitoring hunger levels on a scale of 0-10 before meals
- Foods should not be labeled as "forbidden" to promote a balanced approach
- Avoid daily weight checks due to natural fluctuations in body weight
- Recommend eating meals without distractions for mindful consumption
- Emphasize the importance of making lifelong or temporary dietary changes
Dietary Guidelines for Americans
- Recommended servings of fruits and vegetables: five or more servings daily
- Best types of dietary fats include monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats
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Test your knowledge with these Nutrition ATI RN flashcards from 2019. The questions cover critical calculations like percentage weight change, significant weight loss percentages, and BMI measurements. Perfect for nursing students preparing for their exams.
