Contact Hour Designation
This online independent study activity is credited for 3 contact hours.
Course Purpose
The purpose of this course is to provide an overview of pharmacological interventions for weight loss, delving into their mechanisms of action and clinical indications, and discuss the various types of Federal Drug Association (FDA) approved and off-label medications, safety profiles, and nursing considerations.
Overview
In today’s healthcare environment, obesity presents a formidable challenge worldwide as its prevalence continues to rise unabated. Among the management strategies available, weight loss medications emerge as pivotal treatment, offering targeted therapeutic options for those unable to lose weight through lifestyle modifications alone. This course aims to provide an overview of pharmacological interventions for weight loss, delving into their mechanisms of action and clinical indications. This course also discusses the various types of Federal Drug Association (FDA) approved and off-label medications, safety profiles, and nursing considerations.
Objectives
Upon completion of the independent study, the learner will be able to:
- Define obesity according to the World Health Organization (WHO), as relates to Body Mass Index (BMI).
- Review the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved weight loss medications, their mechanisms of action, and side effects.
- Review off-label use medications that have been prescribed for weight loss.
- Discuss the benefits and contraindications of weight loss medications.
- Review weight loss medication considerations for the pediatric population.
- Understand that weight loss medications should be used as an adjunct to dietary changes and increased physical activity to achieve weight loss goals.
Policy Statement
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the policies of FastCEForLess.com.
Disclosures
Fast CE For Less, Inc. and its authors have no disclosures. There is no commercial support.
