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Defining Overweight and Obesity
Overweight and obesity are both labels for ranges of
weight that are greater than what is generally considered
healthy for a given height. The terms also identify ranges
of weight that have been shown to increase the likelihood
of certain diseases and other health problems.
Definitions for Adults
For adults, overweight and obesity ranges are determined
by using weight and height to calculate a number called
the “body mass index” (BMI). BMI is used because, for
most people, it correlates with their amount of body fat.
An adult who has a BMI between 25 and 29.9 is
considered overweight. An adult who has a BMI of 30 or
higher is considered obese.
It is important to remember that although it correlates with
the amount of body fat, BMI does not directly measure
body fat. As a result, some people, such as athletes, may
have a BMI that identifies them as overweight even though
they do not have excess body fat.
Other methods of estimating body fat and body fat
distribution include measurements of skinfold thickness
and waist circumference, calculation of waist-to-hip
circumference ratios, and techniques such as ultra-
sound, computed tomography, and magnetic resonance
imaging (MRI).
Kuczmarski, Robert J., and Katherine M. Flegal. “Criteria for Definition of Overweight
in Transition: Background and Recommendations for the United States.” American
Journal of Clinical Nutrition 72 (2000): 1074–1081. http://www.ajcn.org/cgi/content/
full/72/5/1074
Table of Contents
Articles
Defining Overweight & Obesity 3
Obesity On The Rise 4-5
Safe Patient Handling 6
Obesity Risk Factors 6
Common Bariatric Skin Concerns 24-25
Patient Handling
Lift & Stand Assist 8
Slings 9-11
Transfer Sheets 11
Stretchers 12
Scales 13-14
Mobility and Bath Safety
Canes & Crutches 16
Walkers & Rollators 17
Wheelchairs 18
Wheelchair Cushions 19
Bath Benches 20
Commodes 21
Shower Chairs/Commodes 22
Personnal Care
Skin Care 26-28
Textile Products 29
Incontinence Products 29
Furniture
Treatment and Overbed Tables 31
Exam Tables 32-33
Beds and Mattresses 34-39
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