This activity is designed to change: Competence, Performance, Patient Outcome. 1 hr(s)

Overview

Professional Practice Gaps

Educational Objectives:

After completing this activity participants will be able to:

• Explain the biological modifications that occur in chronic obesity that contribute to perpetuating the condition
• Describe the biological pathways and hormones involved in regulating appetite and weight
• Identify which patients meet guideline criteria for prescribing weight-loss medication as an adjunct to routine weight management
• Educate patients on the need for comprehensive weight-loss treatment in conjunction with weight-loss medication
• If prescribing FDA-approved weight-loss medications, select medications for individual patients based on the each medication’s pharmacological profile
• Discuss the potential side effects and effectiveness of FDA-approved weight-loss medications with patients
• Identify patients who meet criteria to be considered as candidates for bariatric surgery.
• Explain the advantages/disadvantages of different types of bariatric surgery for patients.
• Counsel patients regarding the behavioral, diet, and medication requirements following bariatric surgery.
• Provide appropriate medical management, as needed, for patients who have had bariatric surgery.
• Describe the newer devices that are being developed for weight loss, many of which are inserted via endoscopy.

Modules in this Training Activity

Training Activity References

Audience and Accreditation

Audience: Healthcare providers, healthcare students

A letter of completion for 1 hours is available for non-physicians.

A score of 70% on the post-test is required to complete the activity.

Participation Requirements