What would you assess during a follow-up counseling session? When should this occur?
What will be an ideal response?
• Accurate measurement of height and weight, plotted on CDC Growth Chart
• 24-hour recall with either FFQ or food record
• Identify areas that have been changed and can be changed
• Patient's and parents' motivation to change
• Physical activity record/recall
- type of physical activity adolescent participates in
- type of physical activity parents participate in
- time spent watching TV, video games, or on computer
• Real or perceived limitations
• Body image
• Ethnic or religious practices and beliefs related to food
• Use of vitamins, supplements, and alcohol or drugs by patient
• Lab values (lipid profile/glycemic control) if available
• Weekly visits/follow-ups lasting 8-12 weeks lead to the most effective outcomes. (Once every 2-3 weeks may be more realistic)
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