When writing a proposal as to the importance of implementing a program aimed at decreasing childhood obesity, the nurse emphasizes which statistic?
A) One of two children is obese as children.
B) One of eight preschoolers is overweight.
C) Twenty-five percent of school-aged children experience obesity.
D) One of five children is considered obese.
Ans: B
For instance: according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (2014), one out of every eight preschool-aged children is considered overweight.
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a. Creating a healing environment b. Fulfilling affiliation needs c. Providing a sense of presence d. Demonstrating an encouraging manner
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