DMGT004 - Understanding Obesity

One-third of American adults are obese, putting them at increased health risk for chronic diseases such as heart disease, Type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, stroke and some forms of cancer. This course provides basic information about obesity. Learning objectives: 1. Define obesity; 2. Identify the causes of obesity; 3. Explain how obesity is measured; 4. Explain how to use the Body Mass Index; 5. Identify the consequences or health risks of obesity; 6.Explain how obesity can be treated. To successfully complete this course, you must attain a minimum score of 80% on the final exam and complete the course training survey.Continuing education:1.0 contact hour by the Commission for Case Manager Certification (CCMC); 1.0 Scientific (S) Category I PCEs by the American Board for Certification in Orthotics and Prosthetics (ABC) will be granted to those certified in the disciplines of: Orthotics, Orthotic Assistants, Orthotic Technicians, Orthotic Fitters, Prosthetics, Prosthetic Assistants, Prosthetic Technicians,