Discussion: CHILDWOOD OBESITY

Discussion: CHILDWOOD OBESITY

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Discussion: CHILDWOOD OBESITY

Identify a specific evidence-based practice proposal topic for the capstone project. Consider the clinical environment in which you are currently working or have recently worked. The capstone project topic can be a clinical practice problem, an organizational issue, a quality improvement suggestion, a leadership initiative, or an educational need appropriate to your area of interest as well as your practice immersion (practicum) setting. Examples of the integration of community health, leadership, and an EBP can be found on the “Educational and Community-Based Programs” page of the website.

Write a 750 word description of your proposed capstone project topic. Make sure to include the following:

1. The problem, issue, suggestion, initiative, or educational need that will be the focus of the project
2. The setting or context in which the problem, issue, suggestion, initiative, or educational need can be      observed.
3. A description providing a high level of detail regarding the problem, issue, suggestion, initiative, or      educational need.
4. Impact of the problem, issue, suggestion, initiative, or educational need on the work environment, the      quality of care provided by staff, and patient outcomes.
5. Significance of the problem,  issue, suggestion, initiative, or educational need and its implications to      nursing.
6. A proposed solution to the identified project topic

What is obesity? Obesity is defined as abnormal or excessive fat accumulation that may impair health. In infants and children under 5 years of age obesity is assessed according to the WHO “Child growth standards” (weight-for-length, weight-for-height) and the WHO Reference for 5-19 years (body mass index-for-age).