Don is a 10-year-old boy who is being seen by the school nurse today for a fall he experienced on the school's playground. Don's mother, Kandis, has arrived and expresses some concern regarding Don's recent behavior. She explains that he has engaged in more risk-taking behavior and has had more injuries lately. Kandis then asks the nurse what Don's weight is and asks her if she thinks Don is overweight. Don is 5'1" and weighs 130 lbs. His body mass index (BMI) is 24.5. (Learning Objectives 4, 5, and 6)
a. What can the nurse teach Kandis about promoting a safe lifestyle for Don?
b. What can the nurse teach Kandis regarding Don's weight and corresponding BMI?
c. What can the nurse teach Kandis regarding Don's nutritional needs, promoting nutritional healthy intake, and preventing overweight/obesity?