Obesity indicators, accuracy of body weight perception, and chronic illness among Chinese-Americans

Other Titles

Global research and international collaborations in the Pacific Rim [Symposium]

Abstract

Obesity is pandemic globally. Incorrect perception of body weight has profound impact on obesity as well as chronic illnesses. One third of Chinese Americans have incorrect perception of body weight. Addressing perception of body weight in nursing practice and research is imperative to prevent obesity and chronic illnesses.

Authors

Mei R. Fu

Author Details

Mei R. Fu, PhD, RN, FAAN, Rory Meyers College of Nursing, New York University, New York, New York, USA

Sigma Membership

Upsilon

Lead Author Affiliation

New York University, New York, New York, USA

Type

Presentation

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

N/A

Research Approach

N/A

Keywords:

Chronic Illness, Obesity, Perception of Body Weight

Recommended Citation

Fu, Mei R., "Obesity indicators, accuracy of body weight perception, and chronic illness among Chinese-Americans" (2017). INRC (Congress). 419.
https://www.sigmarepository.org/inrc/2017/presentations_2017/419

Conference Name

28th International Nursing Research Congress

Conference Host

Sigma Theta Tau International

Conference Location

Dublin, Ireland

Conference Year

2017

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