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Competency in obesity management: An educational intervention study with nurse practitioner students.
Sharon M Fruh1, Angela Golden2, Rebecca J Graves3
1Research, Evaluation, and Development, University of South Alabama College of Nursing, Mobile, Alabama.
Summary
Educational modules significantly improved Nurse Practitioner students' knowledge and comfort in managing obesity. This training is vital for addressing the epidemic of overweight and obesity in patient care.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Public Health
- Obesity Management
Background:
- Obesity affects 70.7% of US adults, spanning all generations and socioeconomic groups.
- Obesity is recognized as a significant public health issue with epidemic proportions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the impact of educational modules on Nurse Practitioner (NP) students' knowledge and comfort in managing patients with obesity.
- To determine if targeted training improves NP students' competency in obesity care.
Main Methods:
- NP students completed pre-intervention surveys on obesity management knowledge and comfort.
- Students underwent educational modules focused on comprehensive obesity management strategies.
- Post-intervention assessments evaluated changes in competency and perceived skills.
Main Results:
- A significant improvement in participants' mean knowledge test scores was observed post-training.
- Students reported increased comfort levels in managing patients with obesity after completing the modules.
Conclusions:
- Integrating these educational modules into graduate programs can enhance NP students' obesity management skills.
- Shifting the perception of obesity as a disease necessitates a multifaceted approach, improving patient-provider interactions and treatment adherence.
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