Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 85%
Simulated
The mother of a 6-year-old girl is concerned about her child's obesity. The child's weight plots at the 75th percentile, and height at the 25th percentile. The child's body mass index (BMI) is at the 85th percentile for age and gender. Which intervention(s) should the nurse implement? Select all that apply.
Correct answer
A,E
Rationale
Obtaining a diet history and assessing physical activity patterns identify unhealthy habits for targeted interventions. Other options are misleading or insufficient.