Implementing the Evidence-based Guidelines for Overweight/Obese Adults
Journal Article (Journal Article)
Recognition and management of weight conditions is suboptimal in primary care. This quality improvement project assessed the feasibility of using nurses and staff in a patient-centered medical home to implement the National Institutes of Health evidence-based weight management guidelines. The goal was to increase the percentage of adults receiving proper documentation of weight diagnosis and weight management plan during their annual exam. A retrospective analysis detected a significant increase in the documentation of correct weight diagnosis and weight management plan for overweight or obese patients after implementation of the guidelines. Results support the use of patient-centered medical home nurses and staff to address the epidemic of adult obesity.
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Duke Authors
Cited Authors
- Perkins, LK; Pereira, K; Shaw, RJ; Biernacki, GJ; Thompson, J
Published Date
- October 1, 2016
Published In
Volume / Issue
- 12 / 9
Start / End Page
- e389 - e393
International Standard Serial Number (ISSN)
- 1555-4155
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
- 10.1016/j.nurpra.2016.05.025
Citation Source
- Scopus